Acura ILX DE1
Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice
★★★★★
5.0 / 5.0 · Based on 1 engine variants
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The Acura ILX DE1 is available with one engine variant at 152 hp.
2.4L I4
2013 2022
Honda K24 — one of the most reliable four-cylinders ever built. VTC rattle on cold start is normal at higher mileage. Chain-driven, no belt. 400,000 km examples documented.
- ! VTC Actuator Cold-Start Rattle from 160,000 km
Variable timing control actuator produces metallic rattle for 1-3 seconds on cold start due to oil pressure loss during shutdown.
Symptoms: Brief metallic rattle on cold start, disappears when oil pressure builds
NHTSA Owner Complaints
252 complaints · 2013–2022
Top Reported Issues
⚠ Airbags (75 complaints)
⚠ Brakes (37 complaints)
⚠ Electrical (29 complaints)
Source: NHTSA (nhtsa.gov) · 2026-04
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Known Problems and Issues +
A total of 1 weaknesses have been documented for the Acura ILX DE1 (2013–2022). Considered reliable: K24 (2.4L I4).
What to watch out for with the Acura ILX? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.
Frequently Asked Questions
What problems and weaknesses does the Acura ILX DE1 have? +
The Acura ILX DE1 has 1 known engine weaknesses.
What should I look for when buying a used Acura ILX DE1? +
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Which engine is recommended? +
Good choice: K24 (2.4L I4). The most reliable engine is the K24 (2.4L I4) with the lowest risk score. The most fun to drive is the K24 (2.4L I4).
Which Acura ILX DE1 engine is the most reliable? +
The {code} ({displacement}) is the most reliable engine in the Acura ILX DE1. It has the lowest risk score of all available engines and is rated "Good Choice". However, there are 1 known weaknesses to be aware of.
Which Acura ILX DE1 engine is the most fun? +
The {code} ({displacement}) offers the most driving fun in the Acura ILX DE1 — rated: "Decent". {description} 154 hp, CVT, Civic platform with Acura badge. Drives exactly how it sounds. Budget Honda luxury with no ambitions.
Is the Acura ILX DE1 worth buying used? +
The Acura ILX DE1 is a good choice as a used car — 1 of 1 engine variants are rated 'Good Choice'.
What horsepower variants are available for the Acura ILX DE1? +
The Acura ILX DE1 is available with engine variants from 152 to 211 hp. Petrol: K24 (2.4L I4).
Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee