Used Acura TLX for Sale nearAnkeny, IA

How much does the Acura TLX cost in today's market?

Used Acura TLX prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Acura TLX's current nationwide average price is $24,097, and its lowest point over the past year was $24,097. Recently, prices have come down for the 2023, 2024, and 2025 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Acura TLX a good car?

Yes — the Acura TLX earns strong marks from owners across the lineup, and the all-generations owner rating is 4.8/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the TLX for its blend of luxury, performance, and comfort. Across the model years, the recurring themes are a smooth ride, strong engines, and a stylish design that gives the car a premium feel. Some owners also appreciate the car’s overall reliability and the way it balances everyday comfort with a more engaging driving character.

Expert reviews rate the 2018 and 2022 models among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs that show up in recent expert reviews are a cramped back seat, limited cargo space, and technology that can feel unintuitive. Those are the kinds of compromises you should weigh if you want a sedan that leans into style and driving enjoyment first.

30.2% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Acura TLX models reliable?

Owners consistently praise the Acura TLX for its smooth ride, strong performance, and upscale feel. Expert reviews also point to a well-rounded driving character, with style and comfort showing up again and again across the lineup.

• Owners rate the Acura TLX between 4 and 5 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, the main long-term ownership risk comes from model-year-specific issues such as transmission behavior and technology complexity, so a careful test drive and vehicle-history review matter.

What should I look for when buying a used Acura TLX?

Across all model years, at 66.5% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.

Older model years carry meaningfully higher accident rates, so always verify the vehicle history report on pre-2022 models.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: AcuraWatch with automatic emergency braking, lane-keeping assist and road-departure mitigation, rear cross-traffic monitoring, and front and rear parking sensors
• Infotainment: wireless Android Auto and wireless Apple CarPlay, plus a wireless charging pad

Which Acura TLX trim should I buy?

The 2024 Acura TLX offers these trims:

• Technology Package: the entry point, with the 2.0-liter turbo four, a 10-speed automatic, leather upholstery, heated front seats, and the new dual 12.3-inch displays; a strong value choice if you want the core TLX experience.
• A-Spec Package: adds a sportier look and standard SH-AWD, plus ventilation with the front seats and the upgraded 17-speaker ELS Studio 3D audio system; a good pick if you want more style and traction.
• Type S: the performance flagship, with the turbocharged 3.0-liter V6, standard SH-AWD, adaptive dampers, Brembo brakes, 20-inch wheels, and the most focused driving character.

What Acura TLX do most buyers choose?

The Acura TLX years with the most listings are 2020, 2022, and 2019.

Higher-volume years usually give you more shopping choice, which can make it easier to compare trims, mileage, and condition. They also tend to be the years where you’ll find the broadest mix of prices and deal quality.

What is the Acura TLX's resale value?

Most model years are moving lower year over year, which can work in your favor if you’re shopping used. A couple of years are edging up slightly, but the overall pattern still points to softer pricing across much of the lineup. That gives you more room to find value, especially if you’re open to recent model years.

The 2016 and 2022 model years are holding steady, with prices close to flat year-over-year.

The 2016, 2022, and 2023 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Acura TLX safe?

• 2024: 8/10
• 2023: 8/10
• 2022: 9/10
• 2021: 7/10
• 2020: 7/10
• 2018: 8/10
• 2016: 7/10
• 2015: 10/10

AcuraWatch is standard on the 2024 TLX, with automatic emergency braking, lane-keeping assist and road-departure mitigation, rear cross-traffic monitoring, and front and rear parking sensors.

For the safest used buy, the 2015 model posts the highest confirmed score of 10/10.

Should I buy a used Acura TLX now?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2024 model is at −5.99% versus a year ago, and the 2023 model is at −2.01%.
• Deal availability: The 2024 model has 28.7% good and great deals.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2020 model has the most listings at a current average price of $21,922. The Acura TLX offers a stylish, premium-feeling cabin and a distinctive driving character that make it appealing across model years.

If you're buying used today, the 2020 model year offers the best mix of value and availability.

How does the 2018 Acura TLX compare to the 2018 Honda Accord?

Our experts score the 2018 Acura TLX 7.8/10 and the 2018 Honda Accord 8.2/10. The TLX asks more at the start, but it brings a more premium badge and a stronger luxury-sedan feel. The Accord delivers better fuel economy and far more listings, which gives you more shopping flexibility. If you want the more upscale experience, the TLX has the edge; if you want broader availability and lower running costs, the Accord is the easier buy.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from October 21, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.