Used Acura TLX for Sale nearLaurel, MD

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 $24,657, and its lowest point over the past year was $24,570. 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 luxury-minded sport sedan with style, comfort, and engaging driving manners. The all-generations owner rating is 4.75/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the TLX for its smooth ride, strong performance, and upscale feel. Across the model line, the car also earns credit for its stylish design and comfortable cabin, which help it stand out as a well-rounded premium sedan.

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

The main trade-offs center on rear-seat space, cargo room, and technology that can take some getting used to. For shoppers who value driving enjoyment and a polished look over maximum practicality, the TLX remains an appealing pick.

31.8% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Acura TLX models reliable?

Owners consistently describe the TLX as a comfortable, enjoyable sedan with strong performance and a premium feel. Expert feedback also points to a refined ride and a well-executed luxury character, especially in the newer generations.

• 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 worth watching on older examples with higher accident exposure and the transmission concerns called out in some model years.

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

Across all model years, at 66.8% 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 suite
• 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: This is the entry point and the best-value choice for many shoppers, bringing the core luxury and tech experience in the lineup.
• A-Spec Package: This trim adds a sportier setup and standard SH-AWD, making it a strong pick if you want a more engaging feel and extra traction.
• Type S: This is the performance-focused choice, adding the turbocharged V6, Brembo brakes, adaptive dampers, and the most athletic hardware in the range.

What Acura TLX do most buyers choose?

The Acura TLX years with the most listings are 2022, 2020, and 2021.

These higher-volume years tend to be popular because they give you a wider selection of trims, prices, and equipment levels. They also sit in a sweet spot where newer design and technology meet more accessible used-car pricing.

What is the Acura TLX's resale value?

Most TLX model years are moving lower year over year, which can work in your favor if you’re shopping used. A few years are close to flat or slightly higher, showing that some versions are holding value better than others. Overall, the pattern points to improving opportunities for buyers rather than rising prices across the board.

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

The 2022, 2016, and 2020 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 comes standard on the 2024 TLX, bringing 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 −6.24% versus a year ago, and the 2023 model is at −2.09%.
• Deal availability: The 2024 model has 32.4% good and great deals, and the 2023 model has 31.6%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2022 model has the most listings at a current average price of $32,798. The Acura TLX offers a stylish cabin, strong road presence, and a premium driving feel that make it especially appealing as a used luxury sedan.

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 September 29, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.