Used Acura TLX for Sale nearDubuque, 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 $24,489, and its lowest point over the past year was $24,489. 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 is a strong used-car choice if you want a stylish luxury sedan with a comfortable ride and a performance-minded personality. The all-generations owner rating is 4.75/5 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 smooth ride quality, strong engines, and a stylish design that gives the car a premium feel. Expert reviews also point to great handling and strong value for money as recurring strengths.

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 take some getting used to. Those are the kinds of compromises you weigh against the TLX’s style, driving feel, and equipment.

31.9% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Acura TLX models reliable?

Owners consistently describe the Acura TLX as a comfortable, enjoyable sedan with strong performance and a premium feel. Expert reviews also reinforce its appeal through smooth ride quality, capable handling, and a well-equipped character across the lineup.

• Owners rate the Acura TLX between 4.0 and 5.0 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk is most tied to choosing a well-kept example with a clean history and a transmission that has been maintained carefully.

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

Across all model years, at 66.1% 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 driver assistance systems
• Infotainment: wireless Android Auto and wireless Apple CarPlay with the True Touchpad Interface

Which Acura TLX trim should I buy?

The 2024 Acura TLX offers these trims:

• Technology Package: the entry point, with the turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder, a 10-speed automatic, leather upholstery, heated front seats, a 12.3-inch center infotainment screen, and a strong mix of everyday luxury and value.
• A-Spec Package: adds SH-AWD, ventilated front seats, and a sportier setup that suits you if you want the best blend of value and driving engagement.
• Type S: the performance flagship, with the turbocharged 3.0-liter V6, standard SH-AWD, adaptive dampers, Brembo brakes, 20-inch wheels, and a more focused character for buyers who want the most capability.

What Acura TLX do most buyers choose?

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

These higher-volume years tend to be popular because they give you more inventory to compare, which can make it easier to find the right trim, mileage, and price combination. They also sit in the part of the lineup where value and availability often overlap well.

What is the Acura TLX's resale value?

Most TLX model years are down year over year, which is good news if you’re shopping used and want to benefit from softer pricing. The changes are generally modest for many years, with only one model year showing a small increase. That pattern suggests you can still find value across much of the lineup without waiting for a major price swing.

The 2016, 2020, and 2022 model years are holding steady, with prices close to flat year-over-year.

The 2022, 2020, and 2016 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

The 2024 Acura TLX includes AcuraWatch driver assistance systems as standard equipment, including automatic emergency braking, lane-keeping assist, road-departure mitigation, rear cross-traffic monitoring, front and rear parking sensors, and upgraded blind-spot monitoring with lane-change alert.

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 −5.58% versus a year ago, and the 2023 model is at −1.49%.
• Deal availability: The 2024 model has 32.9% good and great deals, and the 2023 model has 32.9%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2022 model has the most listings at a current average price of $32,302. The Acura TLX offers a stylish, premium-feeling cabin with a strong blend of comfort and driving enjoyment.

If you're buying used today, the 2022 model year offers the best mix of value and availability.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from October 6, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.