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Acura · Mid-Size · 2021–2025

Acura TLX UB2

Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice

★★★★★
3.0 / 5.0 · Based on 2 engine variants

Generations

Engine Overview

The Acura TLX UB2 is available with 2 engine variants — from 203 to 366 hp.

2.0L I4 Turbo · Petrol· 256 PS
2021 2025
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Type S · Petrol· 355 PS
2021 2025
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The Acura 2.0L I4 Turbo (Petrol, 256 PS) has the K20C (2.0L I4 Turbo) — rated: "Be Careful".

The Acura Type S (Petrol, 355 PS) has the J30T (3.0L V6 Turbo) — rated: "Be Careful".

Vehicle Weaknesses

WeaknessCost
✖SH-AWD Transfer Case: Spline Wear

Same issue as MDX YD4 — spline connection in SH-AWD transfer case wears silently. Type S with higher torque especially affected.

Symptoms: No obvious symptoms until AWD traction loss, clunking during tight turns, vibration during quick lane changes
from 50,000 km
Ad SH-AWD transfer case TLX Type Stransfer case TLX UB2
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NHTSA Owner Complaints
Below Average
122 complaints · 2021–2025
Powertrain
53
Electrical
20
Other
16
Brakes
15
Engine
10

Top Reported Issues

⚠ Powertrain (53 complaints)
⚠ Electrical (20 complaints)
⚠ Other (16 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 TLX UB2 (2021–2025). Typical issues affect Suspension.

What to watch out for with the Acura TLX? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.

Frequently Asked Questions

What problems and weaknesses does the Acura TLX UB2 have? +
No known weaknesses have been documented for the Acura TLX UB2.
What should I look for when buying a used Acura TLX UB2? +
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Which engine is recommended? +
Be careful: J30T (3.0L V6 Turbo), K20C (2.0L I4 Turbo). No engine is rated 'Good Choice'. The most fun to drive is the J30T (3.0L V6 Turbo).
Which Acura TLX UB2 engine is the most fun? +
The {code} ({displacement}) offers the most driving fun in the Acura TLX UB2 — rated: "Fun to Drive!". {description} Turbo V6 strong and linear, but not an engine you'd tell a story about. SH-AWD with real torque vectoring is what makes this car. On a twisty road it beats BMW — in infotainment it loses.
Is the Acura TLX UB2 worth buying used? +
The Acura TLX UB2 requires careful consideration — choosing the right engine variant is crucial.
What horsepower variants are available for the Acura TLX UB2? +
The Acura TLX UB2 is available with engine variants from 203 to 366 hp. Petrol: J30T (3.0L V6 Turbo), K20C (2.0L I4 Turbo).

Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee