Trim Report

Acura TLX Type S2018

Includes:ACUTLX|Type S
$30,999
Starting From
95
Active Listings
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Avg Mileage

Sourced from 95 active dealer listings as of

Min $30,999
Max $62,990
From $30,999
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Type S Market Overview

All Trims Combined
From$9,495
$9K–$30K
127 listings92,717 avg miles
FWD w/Technology Package
From$11,500
2 listings|$12K–$18K
Type S
From$30,999
95 listings|$31K–$63K
Type S PMC Edition
From$25,499
16 listings|$25K–$62K

2018 Acura TLX Type S Pricing

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Where to Find Acura TLX Type S

Location data for all 2018 Acura TLX trims combined

36States

Texas has the most inventory at 8%, with options spread across 36 states. Willing to ship? Your selection opens up significantly.

Acura TLX Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2018 Acura TLX trims

Elevated

The 2018 Acura TLX's elevated safety profile includes 1 recall campaigns and 90 owner-reported complaints. Make recall verification part of your pre-purchase checklist.

1
Recalls
90
Complaints
3
Crashes
1
Fires
Recall Findings
19V0600002019-29-01
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Acura MDX, 2015-2019 Acura TLX and 2015-2017 Honda Accord vehicles, equipped with a 3.5L V6 engine. Particulates in fuel may adhere to the internal components of the fuel pump, reducing its performance.

Reduced fuel pump performance can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of crash.

View at NHTSA

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2018 Acura TLX has accumulated 90 NHTSA complaints over 1 years, with engine leading the pack. Know what to look for before you buy.

01Engine14
02Engine And Engine Cooling10
03Fuel/propulsion System7
04Unknown Or Other6
05Power Train5
90 total across 1 model years (2018–2018)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Acura TLX Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2018 Acura TLX trims

23–27mpg combined
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20-23city
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29-33hwy
·
$2,150-$2,500/yr

With 5 configurations tested, the 2018 Acura TLX ranges from 23 to 27 MPG combined. That's a 4 MPG gap that can add up to hundreds of dollars a year in fuel costs.

By Trim
TLX FWD - Automatic (AM-S8)
27mpg
2.4L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
23 city33 hwy~$2,150/yr6/10 Average
TLX AWD - Automatic (S9)
24mpg
3.5L 6-cyl · All-Wheel Drive
21 city30 hwy~$2,400/yr5/10 Average
TLX FWD - Automatic (S9)
24mpg
3.5L 6-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
20 city32 hwy~$2,400/yr5/10 Average
TLX AWD A-SPEC - Automatic (S9)
23mpg
3.5L 6-cyl · All-Wheel Drive
20 city29 hwy~$2,500/yr5/10 Average
TLX FWD A-SPEC - Automatic (S9)
23mpg
3.5L 6-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
20 city30 hwy~$2,500/yr5/10 Average

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

2018 Acura TLX Type S FAQ

Trim-specific pricing and feature questions

How does the Type S compare to other Acura TLX trims?

Every Acura TLX trim targets a different buyer. The 2018 model page compares all available trims side by side.

What should I know about maintaining the 2018 Acura TLX Type S?

Maintenance costs for the Type S align with the broader Acura TLX ownership experience, though trim-specific equipment can add to routine costs. The 2018 model year has 1 recall on record. The most-reported issue area is engine. Check the 2018 Acura TLX page for the full breakdown.

What are the best years for the Acura TLX Type S?

Check the price-to-mileage ratio for each Acura TLX Type S year. The last year before a generation change is usually the most refined; the first year after is when resale drops fastest. The Acura TLX overview compares all years side by side.

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