Acura RLX
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Flagship sedan (2014-2020). Sport Hybrid SH-AWD made over 370 hp with three electric motors.
The Acura RLX was the brand final traditional flagship sedan. The standout is the RLX Sport Hybrid SH-AWD, which paired a V6 with three electric motors for over 370 horsepower and a sophisticated torque-vectoring all-wheel-drive system using the rear motors. It was technically advanced but sold modestly against established German rivals. On WhipJury, the RLX appears as an understated, tech-heavy used luxury sedan, with the Sport Hybrid the interesting version.
RLX specifications
3.5 liter V6, front-wheel drive; or RLX Sport Hybrid SH-AWD with a V6 plus three electric motors and over 370 horsepower. Automatic or dual-clutch (hybrid).
Frequently asked questions about Acura RLX
What is the RLX Sport Hybrid?
It pairs a V6 with three electric motors, two of which drive the rear wheels for torque-vectoring SH-AWD, producing over 370 horsepower. It shares hybrid technology concepts with the second-generation NSX.
Did the RLX replace the RL?
Yes. The RLX took over as Acura flagship sedan and was the last car in that role before the line ended.
Is the RLX reliable?
Generally yes. The non-hybrid is straightforward; the Sport Hybrid is more complex, so maintenance discipline is wise on those.
Why did the RLX not sell well?
It was a front-drive-based flagship in a class dominated by rear-drive German sedans, and the Acura brand lacked the prestige to command flagship prices, so volume was modest.
Is the RLX the last Acura flagship sedan?
Yes, it was the brand last large flagship sedan, ending in 2020 as Acura focused on the TLX and its SUVs.
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