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2022 Acura TLX

Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2022 models.

Class: Compact Cars
Body styles: 4dr Sedan AWD, 4dr Sedan FWD
Engines: 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 3.0L 6-cyl turbo
Horsepower: 272–355 hp
Transmission: 10-speed automatic
Drivetrain: Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Seats: 5
Fuel: Premium Gasoline
MPG (best): 25 combined · 22 city / 31 hwy
Length: 194.5 in
Curb weight: 3,708–3,926 lb
NHTSA rating: ★★★★★
Recalls: 4 campaigns

Pros & cons

What's good

AWD / 4WD available
5-star NHTSA safety ratingTop overall score in federal crash tests.
Lots of standard safety tech5 of 5 key driver aids standard on the versions we checked.

Watch out for

Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.

Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 38 similar 2022 models — not a review. How we calculate this →

Overview

The 2022 Acura TLX is a compact car offered with 2 engines (2.0L 4-cyl turbo and 3.0L 6-cyl turbo) and front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive.

It measures about 195 inches long and 75 inches wide on a 113-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,926 lb (4dr Sedan AWD).

EPA rates its most efficient version at 25 MPG combined (22 city / 31 highway), 11% worse than the 2022 compact car average of 28.2 MPG, for an estimated $3,300 a year in fuel.

In NHTSA crash testing it earned the top 5-star overall rating.

It has 4 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 34 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the power train.

What changed for 2022

No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2021 TLX — a carry-over year in the data.

Compared with 2021; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2021 TLX →

Trims, performance & features

Engine355 hp3.0L turbo 6-cyl

Engine272 hp2.0L turbo 4-cyl

Transmission10-speed automatic

DriveAWD/4WD

Seating5 seats · 2 rows

Trims

Type SSH-AWD TECH ATECH ATECH

Safety & driver-assist features

Automatic emergency brakingStandard

Pedestrian emergency brakingStandard

Forward collision warningStandard

Blind-spot monitoringStandard

Blind-spot interventionStandard

Rear cross-traffic alertStandard

Lane departure warningStandard

Lane keeping assistStandard

Adaptive cruise controlStandard

Parking assistStandard

Backup cameraStandard

Automatic high beamsStandard

Adaptive driving beamStandard

Keyless startStandard

LED headlightsYes

Built in: Marysville, Ohio

NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 5 2022 TLX configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →

Dimensions & weight

Body	Length	Width	Height	Wheelbase	Track F / R	Curb weight	Weight F/R
4dr Sedan AWD	194.5 in	75.2 in	56.3 in	113 in	64.2 / 64.6 in	3,926 lb	57/43
4dr Sedan FWD	194.5 in	75.2 in	56.3 in	113 in	64.2 / 64.6 in	3,708 lb	58/42

Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.

Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →

Engines, MPG & running costs

Version	Engine	Transmission	Drive	City / Hwy / Comb	vs. class	Fuel / yr	CO₂ g/mi
TLX FWD	2.0L 4-cyl turbo	Automatic (S10)	Front-Wheel Drive	22 / 31 / 25	-11%	$3,300	352
TLX FWD A-SPEC	2.0L 4-cyl turbo	Automatic (S10)	Front-Wheel Drive	22 / 30 / 25	-11%	$3,300	357
TLX AWD	2.0L 4-cyl turbo	Automatic (S10)	All-Wheel Drive	21 / 29 / 24	-15%	$3,400	369
TLX AWD A-SPEC	2.0L 4-cyl turbo	Automatic (S10)	All-Wheel Drive	21 / 29 / 24	-15%	$3,400	371
TLX Type-S	3.0L 6-cyl turbo	Automatic (S10)	All-Wheel Drive	19 / 25 / 21	-26%	$3,900	420
TLX Type-S Perf Tire	3.0L 6-cyl turbo	Automatic (S10)	All-Wheel Drive	19 / 24 / 21	-26%	$3,900	421

5/10EPA fuel economy score (best version)

5/10EPA greenhouse gas score

Spend $4,500Fuel over 5 years vs. average new car

28.2 MPG2022 Compact Cars average

EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2022 EPA class average. How we calculate this →

Safety ratings & technology

Version	Overall	Frontal	Driver / passenger	Side	Side pole	Rollover	Rollover risk
2022 Acura TLX 4 DR AWD	★★★★★	★★★★★	5★ / 4★	★★★★★	★★★★★	★★★★★	9%
2022 Acura TLX 4 DR FWD	★★★★★	★★★★★	5★ / 4★	★★★★★	★★★★★	★★★★★	9%

StandardElectronic stability control

StandardForward collision warning

StandardLane departure warning

Frontal crash test — 2022 Acura TLX 4 DR AWD. Photo: NHTSA.

Side crash test — 2022 Acura TLX 4 DR AWD. Photo: NHTSA.

Similar 2022 compact cars

Model	Best MPG / range	NHTSA overall	Recalls
2022 Acura TLX (this car)	25 MPG	★★★★★	4
2022 BMW 3 Series	30 MPG	★★★★★	0
2022 BMW 5 Series	28 MPG	Not rated	0
2022 Mercedes-Benz E-Class	26 MPG	★★★★★	0
2022 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT	21 MPG	Not rated	6
2022 Lexus IS	25 MPG	Not rated	1
2022 Audi A4	29 MPG	Not rated	3

Recalls (4)

Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Pedals And Linkages · Jun 12, 2025

NHTSA campaign 25V391000 · 259,033 vehicles

Problem: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2021-2025 Acura TLX, 2023-2025 Acura MDX, and 2023-2025 Honda Pilot vehicles. The brake pedal pivot pin was not secured properly, which can cause the pedal to shift out of position. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment" and 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."
Risk: A brake pedal that shifts out of position can prevent the driver from applying the brakes as intended, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the brake pedal assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 29, 2025. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are FLX and XLY.

Electrical System › Software · Jan 23, 2025

NHTSA campaign 25V031000 · 294,612 vehicles

Problem: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2022-2025 Acura MDX Type-S, 2023-2025 Honda Pilot, and 2021-2025 Acura TLX Type-S vehicles. A software error in the fuel injection electronic control unit (FI-ECU) may cause an engine stall or a loss of power.
Risk: An engine stall or loss of power can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Fix: Dealers will reprogram the FI-ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 17, 2025. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are EL1 and AL0.

Fuel System, Gasoline › Storage › Tank Assembly · Dec 19, 2024

NHTSA campaign 24V950000 · 167 vehicles

Problem: Acura (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2021-2023 TLX vehicles. The fuel filler neck and fuel tank may have been improperly welded, which can result in a fuel leak.
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Fix: Dealers will replace the fuel tank assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 3, 2025. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Acura's number for this recall is JKX.

Tires › Bead · Dec 22, 2022

NHTSA campaign 22V950000 · 19 vehicles

Problem: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2022 Acura TLX vehicles. The tires may have sustained cuts and tears during the sorting process, which can result in tire damage.
Risk: Damaged tires can lead to a sudden loss of air pressure and loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the tires as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 30, 2023. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is GCW.

Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗

Not every 2022 Acura TLX is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.

Owner-reported problems

34Complaints to NHTSA since 2015

0Involved a crash

0Involved a fire

0Injuries reported

72,845 miTypical mileage at failure

Power Train18

Steering5

Electrical System4

Unknown Or Other3

Service Brakes3

Suspension3

Engine2

Lane Departure › Lane Keep › Steering Assist1

Complaints received per month (last 24 months with reports)

Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.

Used 2022 Acura TLX buyer's checklist

Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 4 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
Power Train — 18 owner reports. Test-drive through all gears, including reverse; note slipping, harsh or delayed shifts.
Steering — 5 owner reports. Turn lock-to-lock while parked and on the road; listen for noises and feel for heavy or loose steering.
Electrical System — 4 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 72,845 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.

Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2022 Acura TLX. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.

Other TLX years

Compare all years →

Year	MPG (best)	Length	Overall	Recalls	Complaints
2025 TLX	25	194.5 in	★★★★★	2	4
2024 TLX	25	194.5 in	★★★★★	2	5
2023 TLX	25	194.5 in	★★★★★	4	19
2021 TLX	25	194.5 in	★★★★★	5	104
2020 TLX	27	190.6 in	★★★★★	5	63
2019 TLX	27	190.6 in	★★★★★	6	93
2018 TLX	27	190.6 in	★★★★★	4	96
2017 TLX	28	190.2 in	Not rated	3	71
2016 TLX	28	190.2 in	Not rated	3	111
2015 TLX	28	190.2 in	Not rated	6	336

Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Acura. How we calculate this →