2019 Acura RLX

The Acura RLX P-AWS with Technology Package is the only model available and starts at an MSRP of $54,900 before options. Not included in this price are taxes, licensing, and a destination and handling charge of $995. A monthly payment estimate works out to approximately $915.

A standout feature on the Acura RLX P-AWS is its Precision All-Wheel Steer system, which is standard fitment on this front-wheel-drive model. Providing independent toe angle control of the rear wheels, the system is said to provide better agility, improved stability, and better responsiveness for faster steering maneuvers.

Out on the road, this translates to the RLX feeling fairly fleet-footed for its size, although P-AWS doesn't contribute to a car that feels more dynamic than rivals such as the 5 Series, A6, or the AMG variants in the E-Class range. Steering feel and response is light and accurate, making for relaxed progress in urban environments or at higher speeds, where keeping the RLX pointed in a straight line isn't a chore. However, the RLX doesn't offer as much grip as some rivals in the class, and cornering limits are therefore lower. Driven more sedately, few drivers would find too much to complain about. Ride comfort is merely average for the class, the RLX feeling rather unsettled and missing the overall sophistication of a 5 Series, such as when traversing mid-corner bumps at speed. The refinement of the engine and comfortable seats somewhat compensate for the inconsistent ride. Less impressive is braking feel, which offers up a disconnected sensation under hard braking.

The Acura RLX P-AWS represents an old-school take on the mid-size luxury car segment, and as such, falls short on more modern and sophisticated competition in a few key areas. While the ride and handling balance are fine in isolation, the FWD RLX can't match the competition for overall composure and driving enjoyment when pushed. The 3.5-liter V6 is a smooth engine and the ten-speed transmission a big improvement on what came before. Together, they highlight the RLX package, but as the only powertrain available, this limits the wide-ranging appeal of the model.

On the showroom floor, the RLX is hampered by a fundamentally dated shape, even if detail upgrades have kept it semi-fresh. The same goes for the interior, which is luxurious but let down by an unimaginative design, while the infotainment system somehow manages to be both too complicated and too rudimentary, eschewing the latest in connectivity features.

The RLX's practicality also lags behind many others with its small trunk and the lack of folding rear seats, even if interior space is fair. Not a seriously flawed car, the RLX just doesn't stand out in any particular area and is below average in several aspects that matter to the discerning customer, making this generation difficult to recommend.

There's only one RLX to choose from, and that's the front-wheel drive model with the Technology Package and gas-only V6 engine. Buyers interested in a few of the additional features of the Advance Package won't be able to upgrade in this way; they'd have to commit to the hybrid powertrain, seven-speed dual clutch transmission, and all-wheel drive system of this alternative model.

买家已经决定在讴歌se的范围dans, it's worth considering the RLX's smaller sibling, the TLX. With an MSRP starting at $33,000, the TLX is over $20,000 cheaper than the RLX at a base level. With familiar Acura family styling, the TLX is seven inches shorter than the RLX, which does give it a sportier appearance. The base 2.4-liter inline four-cylinder, with 206 horsepower, is significantly down on power compared to the RLX's V6. However, specced similarly to the RLX (3.5-liter V6 with FWD and P-AWS), and the TLX comes in at $40,100, a $14,800 savings over the equivalent RLX that sports the superior transmission, the ten-speeder proving more responsive than the TLX's nine-speed shiftable automatic. A similar dual-screen infotainment system is available on the TLX, but crucially, it adds Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, both not available on the RLX. While the interior is smaller, there are no great sacrifices in terms of the TLX's ability to accommodate five passengers, although three at the back will be a tighter squeeze.

The Lexus LS range provides a step up in luxury for buyers who may be trying to decide between a touch more class relative to a financial saving. An MSRP of $75,450 for the cheapest LS, the LS500, is 20k more expensive than the RLX, and for that extra outlay, you'll get a 3.5-liter twin turbo V6 producing a brawny 416 hp. The LS is however 730 pounds heavier than the RLX and much larger in footprint, occupying a different segment entirely, so it needs the extra urge. The LS's class shows in its exemplary refinement, beautifully constructed interior, and silky smooth ride quality. Interestingly, the Lexus has its own infotainment usability issues, with the touchpad-based system not being as simple to use on the move as it should. It's still better than the RLX's dual-screen setup, however.

一位日本竞争对手的形式finiti Q70 is a close match for the RLX, both offering heaps of standard features in a luxurious package without the inflated prices of the more established Germans. The Q70's first advantage is a more extensive range, being offered with either V6 or V8 trims. The Q70 3.7X Luxe has an MSRP of $52,450, undercutting the RLX while providing 330 hp from its V6, 20 hp more than the RLX. V8 models provide superb performance and feel much sportier, but with an MSRP from $63,350 for the pleasure of owning one, these versions do carry a hefty price premium. The Q70 also offers all-wheel drive propulsion. Space utilization is similar, with the Acura offering more rear legroom but the Infiniti providing more headroom. The Q70's interior is well made from good materials and is on par with the RLX in this regard. While the Q70 also feels in need of an update, it does cut a more distinctive figure than the RLX.