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CL 1 gen
ILX 1 gen
Integra 2 gens
Radwood Era
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3rd Generation (DC2)
1994–2001 · DC2/DB7/DB8/DC4 · coupe
The 3rd-gen Integra spanned 1994-2001 in the US. Coupe (DC2/DC4) and sedan (DB7/DB8) bodies, with the GS-R using the B18C1 1.8L i-VTEC (170hp) and the Integra Type R (1997-1998, 2000-2001) using the B18C5 making 195hp. The Type R remains one of the most-revered front-wheel-drive cars ever built. Hand-finished ports, lightweight aluminum hood, helical LSD, stiffer chassis, 8400-rpm redline. Manual transmission only on most enthusiast trims.
Watch out: Theft risk on Type R and GS-R examples is a real and ongoing concern; insurance is expensive and clean unmolested cars are now appreciating assets. B18C oil-pump bolt failure is the well-known mechanical fault on high-rpm-driven examples. Rust on northern-state cars at this age is a structural inspection item.
Modern Era
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5th Generation (DE)
2023–2026 · DE4/DE5 · hatchback
The Integra returned for 2023 as a five-door liftback built on the 11th-gen Civic platform. Base/A-Spec uses the L15B7 1.5L turbo (200hp) with a CVT or 6-speed manual. The Integra Type S (2024+) uses the K20C1 2.0L turbo from the FL5 Civic Type R making 320hp, six-speed manual only, helical LSD. Replaced the ILX as Acura's entry sedan/hatch and brought the Integra name back after a 21-year absence.
Watch out: Shares the 1.5L turbo oil-dilution lineage of the wider Civic platform; cold-climate short-trip use warrants dipstick monitoring. Type S production allocations are limited and dealer markups have been a real point of friction. Otherwise no settled long-term fault pattern at this point in the platform's life.
Legend 1 gen
MDX 4 gens
Y2K Era
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1st Generation
2001–2006 · YD1 · suv
The MDX launched October 2000 as a 2001 model on a dedicated global light truck platform shared with the Honda Pilot. J35A3 3.5L V6 (later J35A5) making 240-265hp paired with a 5-speed automatic. VTM-4 on-demand AWD. Seven-passenger three-row seating standard. Acura's first big sales hit and a North American Truck of the Year for 2001.
Watch out: Transmission failure on 2001-2002 cars is the well-known fault and Honda issued an extended warranty for affected VINs. 5-speed automatic in general benefits from short ATF service intervals on these heavy V6 SUVs. Frame rust on northern-state cars at this age is a structural inspection item.
Y2K Era
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2nd Generation
2007–2013 · YD2 · suv
The 2nd-gen MDX brought SH-AWD to the MDX for the first time and upgraded to the J37A1 3.7L V6 making 300hp. 6-speed automatic. 2010 mid-cycle refresh updated the styling. Seven-passenger three-row seating. Tow rating up to 5,000 lb. The generation that locked the MDX into competition with the BMW X5 and Audi Q7 segment.
Watch out: Torque converter shudder under light load is the documented complaint and ATF service with Honda DW-1 fluid is the standard remedy. VCM (introduced mid-cycle) brings the cylinder-deactivation oil-consumption pattern shared with the Pilot and Odyssey of the same era.
Modern Era
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3rd Generation
2014–2020 · YD3 · suv
The 3rd-gen MDX launched 2014 lighter and more aerodynamic than the outgoing car. J35Y5 3.5L V6 with VCM, initially 6-speed automatic and later the ZF 9HP 9-speed automatic across the lineup. FWD became standard on base trims; SH-AWD optional. MDX Sport Hybrid (2017-2020) added a three-motor i-MMD-style hybrid powertrain with 321hp combined. 2017 refresh updated the front end and added the Sport Hybrid.
Watch out: ZF 9HP 9-speed automatic drew the same harsh-shift and recall pattern as on contemporary Honda Pilots; software updates over the run resolved most. VCM oil consumption and torque-converter shudder on non-hybrid V6 cars continues from the prior generation.
Modern Era
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4th Generation
2022–2026 · suv
The 4th-gen MDX launched 2022 on a dedicated Acura platform separated from the Pilot. J35Y8 3.5L V6 (290hp) on base; 3.0L twin-scroll turbocharged V6 (355hp) on Type S. 10-speed automatic. SH-AWD standard on Type S and optional on lower trims. The MDX is Acura's flagship now that the RLX is discontinued. IIHS Top Safety Pick+ for the 2022 model year.
Watch out: True Touchpad Interface infotainment carries over from the RDX and continues to draw the same usability complaints. Type S air-suspension reliability is the long-term wild card on used examples; no defining fault pattern at this point in the platform's life.
RDX 3 gens
Y2K Era
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1st Generation
2007–2012 · TB1/TB2 · suv
The 1st-gen RDX launched 2007 as Acura's compact crossover with a turbocharged K23A1 2.3L i-VTEC making 240hp, a 5-speed automatic, and standard SH-AWD. The only turbocharged Honda/Acura SUV until the 3rd-gen RDX in 2019. Mid-cycle refresh for 2010. Front-wheel drive was not offered. Replaced by the V6-powered 2nd-gen RDX after 2012.
Watch out: K23A1 turbo on these cars demands premium fuel and frequent oil changes; turbo failures on neglected examples are documented. The 5-speed automatic with turbocharged torque can also show torque-converter fatigue. Cars with full service history and clean turbo and intercooler hardware are the ones worth buying.
Modern Era
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2nd Generation
2013–2018 · TB3/TB4 · suv
The 2nd-gen RDX dropped the turbo four for a J35Z2 3.5L V6 making 273hp paired with a 6-speed automatic. SH-AWD was no longer offered; a simpler all-wheel-drive system replaced it, and FWD became standard. The 2016 refresh updated front and rear styling and added LED lighting. Volume sold dramatically increased over the 1st gen on the strength of the more conventional driveline.
Watch out: VCM on the J35Z2 brings the standard Honda cylinder-deactivation oil-consumption and shudder concerns; VCM disabler products are commonly installed by long-term owners. The 6-speed automatic has held up well in long-term reporting.
Modern Era
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3rd Generation
2019–2026 · TC1/TC2 · suv
The 3rd-gen RDX launched 2019 with the K20C4 2.0L turbocharged I4 making 272hp paired with a 10-speed automatic, FWD standard, and SH-AWD optional. Bigger interior, longer wheelbase, redesigned True Touchpad Interface infotainment that drew mixed reviews. 2022 refresh added wireless CarPlay/Android Auto. PMC Edition limited builds offered the Performance Manufacturing Center treatment from the NSX assembly line.
Watch out: True Touchpad Interface is the most-criticized usability item on this generation; many owners adjust over time, but it remains the dealbreaker for some test drivers. Mechanically the K20C4 has been durable. Watch for any open recalls before buying used.
RL 2 gens
Radwood Era
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1st Generation (KA9)
1996–2004 · KA9 · sedan
First-gen RL (originally branded 3.5RL) replaced the Acura Legend for the 1996 model year and ran through 2004 on chassis KA9. Powered by the 3.5L C35A1 V6 at 225 hp driving the front wheels through a 4-speed automatic. Notable as the last Acura model not to use Honda's VTEC variable valve timing. The KA9 was succeeded by the 2nd-gen RL (KB1) with SH-AWD for 2005.
Watch out: The 4-speed automatic on these cars has the same documented failure pattern as other Honda V6 automatics of the era; a transmission service campaign covered many of them. Climate control display pixel failure and worn driver-seat bolsters are common age-related issues. C-series timing belt service is critical; the engine is interference.
Y2K Era
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2nd Generation (KB1/KB2)
2005–2012 · KB1/KB2 · sedan
The 2nd-gen RL launched 2005 as the debut platform for SH-AWD (Super Handling All-Wheel Drive), capable of sending up to 70 percent of torque to the rear axle and 100 percent of that to a single wheel. J35A8 3.5L V6 (290hp) on KB1 (2005-2008); J37A2 3.7L V6 (300hp) on KB2 (2009-2012). 5-speed automatic on early cars, 6-speed automatic from 2011. Commercially overshadowed by the German competition; only 379 sold in 2012 before discontinuation.
Watch out: 5-speed automatic on KB1 cars has documented torque-converter wear under heavy use; ATF service with Honda Z1/DW-1 fluid is the standard mitigation. Low production volume in the final years means parts availability for trim and interior items can be inconsistent.
RSX 1 gen
TL 2 gens
Y2K Era
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3rd Generation
2004–2008 · UA6/UA7 · sedan
The 3rd-gen TL launched 2004 with the J32A3 3.2L V6 making 270hp, a 6-speed manual or 5-speed automatic, and front-wheel drive. The 2007 Type-S brought the J35A8 3.5L V6 making 286hp. Acura's best-selling model by 2004. The TL Type-S is the enthusiast pick of the lineup, with the 6-speed manual and limited-slip differential.
Watch out: 5-speed automatic on heavy-footed J32 cars is a long-known weak point with documented torque-converter failures and harsh shift complaints; ATF service with Honda ATF-Z1/DW-1 is the standard mitigation. Front tire wear is heavy thanks to the FWD layout and 270+hp.
Y2K Era
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4th Generation
2009–2014 · UA8/UA9 · sedan
The 4th-gen TL launched 2009 with the Power Plenum grille (universally referred to as the beak) and the debut of SH-AWD on the TL. J32A3 3.5L on base; J37A4 3.7L V6 making 305hp on SH-AWD. 5-speed automatic at launch; 6-speed automatic standard from 2010, 6-speed manual offered on SH-AWD trim 2010-2014. The 2012 refresh toned down the front-end styling. Final TL generation before the TLX replaced it.
Watch out: The styling controversy aside, the documented mechanical sore spots are minor by Honda standards. The 6-speed automatic on early cars had some torque-converter shudder complaints addressed by software updates; the manual SH-AWD cars are unusual and well-regarded but rare on the used market.
TLX 2 gens
Modern Era
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1st Generation
2015–2020 · UB1-UB4 · sedan
The 1st-gen TLX launched 2015 as the single sedan replacement for both the TL and TSX. K24W7 2.4L making 206hp with an 8-speed dual-clutch on FWD cars; J35Y6 3.5L V6 making 290hp with a 9-speed automatic and optional SH-AWD. The 2018 refresh added A-Spec styling and updated infotainment. Built in Marysville, Ohio.
Watch out: ZF 9HP 9-speed automatic on the V6 cars drew the same harsh-shift and recall pattern as on the Pilot of the same era; software updates over the run resolved most complaints. The 2.4L 8-speed DCT is more polished but loses some of the FWD-Acura sport-sedan character of the prior TSX it replaced.
Modern Era
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2nd Generation
2021–2025 · sedan
The 2nd-gen TLX moved to a dedicated Acura platform (not Civic/Accord-derived), with a 2.0L turbo I4 making 272hp on base trims and a 3.0L turbocharged V6 making 355hp on the Type S, the first Type S sedan in over a decade. 10-speed automatic. FWD or SH-AWD. Electric brake-by-wire system, adaptive dampers, available 10.5-inch head-up display. Production ended July 2025 as Acura shifted focus to the upcoming RSX EV crossover.
Watch out: Type S 3.0T turbo lag at low rpm and front-tire wear from the SH-AWD's torque vectoring are the most-discussed driving traits. The 10-speed has held up better in long-term reporting than the 9-speed it replaced. Otherwise no settled fault pattern at this point in the platform's life.
TSX 1 gen
ZDX 2 gens
Modern Era
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1st Generation
2010–2013 · YB1 · suv
The ZDX was Acura's coupe-profile crossover, sharing the platform with the 2nd-gen MDX. Powered by the 3.7L J37 V6 at 300 hp paired with Acura's Super Handling All-Wheel Drive (SH-AWD). Built in Alliston, Ontario. Production ran 2010-2013 for the North American market; total US production was approximately 7,191 units, making it one of Acura's lowest-volume modern vehicles.
Watch out: Low production volume means used parts (especially body panels and the unique rear glass hatch) are scarce and expensive. The J37 V6 with VCM has the same potential for oil consumption and spark plug fouling that affects other VCM-equipped Honda V6 cars of the era. The 6-speed automatic uses standard Honda ATF-DW1 fluid service intervals.
Modern Era
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2nd Generation (EV)
2024–2025 · ZDX EV · suv
Acura revived the ZDX nameplate as a battery-electric SUV co-developed with General Motors on the Ultium platform (the same architecture as the Chevrolet Blazer EV and Cadillac Lyriq). Three powertrains were offered: a single-motor rear-drive A-Spec at 358 hp, a dual-motor AWD A-Spec, and a dual-motor Type S making up to 500 hp. EPA range up to 313 miles from the 102 kWh battery. Production ended September 2025 due to low sales; Acura's next EV is the upcoming RSX.
Watch out: Owner reports center on Ultium platform software issues shared with the GM cousins (charging quirks, infotainment glitches, OTA update friction). Service is handled through Acura dealers but high-voltage parts and diagnostic procedures depend on GM's supply chain. With production ended in 2025, long-term parts and software support is the open question.