Honda Motor’s Acura launches 2016 ILX in US with significant luxury to compete Audi A3

Acura, Honda Motor’s luxury vehicle division, recently launched 2016 ILX in the US market with eye on younger crowd in the under-35 age group. The company has priced a base model at $27,900. The Japanese automaker offers its premium vehicle in three main grades, namely the standard ILX, the Premium Package ILX, and the ILX Tech Plus Package.

Acura is also offering A-SPEC and all-new AcuraWatch Plus Packages for 2016 ILX. Standard features for all models include a long-range remote engine starter, Push-Button Start keyless access, one-touch turn signals and Bluetooth audio.

High-end models also feature GPS-linked automatic climate control, heated front seats and rain-sensing wipers. A 7-inch On Demand Multi-Use Display touch-screen is also available for select high-end models.

The several new luxury features in the Acura’s 2016 ILX were integrated to compete with the likes of the Mazda3, Audi’s A3 and even Volkswagen’s Jetta.

Acura has also added some cosmetic changes, including improved wheel design and use of thicker glass to make the ride a little less noisy. While the basic model features 10-spoke 17-inch wheels, the ILX A-SPEC Package comes with 18-inch 10-spoke alloys. The ILX A-SPEC also features front fog lights, a trunk spoiler and the side sill garnishes.

The company offers 2016 make in two engine options, including the entry-level four-cylinder 2.0-liter engine and i-VTEC four-cylinder 2.4-liter engine. The i-VTEC engine boasts a new eight-speed dual clutch transmission with Sequential Sport Shift.

Acura’s new sedan has received an EPA rating of 29 miles per gallon on average, increasing to 36 mpg on the highway and reducing to 25 mpg during city ride.

The 2016 ILX also features improvements in the chassis design and boasts a retuned suspension. These improvements would help deliver better steering responsiveness.