How many miles can an Acura TLX go?
In practical terms, a TLX typically travels roughly 400 to 500 miles on a full tank, depending on the model, drivetrain, and driving style. Highway trips tend to maximize range, while city driving shortens it. Here’s how to estimate your own TLX range with current specs.
What determines the TLX’s range
The driving range hinges on two core numbers: how big the fuel tank is and how efficiently the car uses fuel. For most recent TLX models, the tank holds about 15.9 gallons. Fuel economy—how many miles you get per gallon—varies by engine and drivetrain configuration, which in turn shapes the total distance you can travel on a full tank.
Fuel capacity and efficiency: the numbers behind range
The figures below reflect typical values for recent TLX models and serve as a baseline for estimating range. Exact numbers can vary by year, trim, and whether you have front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive.
- Fuel tank capacity: about 15.9 gallons on most recent TLX models.
- EPA-estimated fuel economy (combined): generally in the mid-20s to high-20s mpg for most 2.0-liter turbo models; highway mpg commonly in the low-to-mid 30s mpg.
- Estimated range per tank: mixed driving typically yields around 400–450 miles per full tank; highway driving can push that to roughly 510–540 miles under favorable conditions.
Note: numbers vary by model year, trim, and drivetrain. For the most precise figure, check the window sticker of your exact TLX configuration or consult the EPA’s Fuel Economy site.
How to calculate your own TLX range
Use your own vehicle data to tailor the range estimate to your driving. The steps below help you translate tank size and mpg into a practical distance you can expect on a full tank.
- Confirm your TLX’s fuel tank capacity from the owner’s manual or the window sticker (most recent models list 15.9 gallons).
- Note your average mpg from the trip computer or recent fill-ups. If you have city and highway figures, use the combined mpg.
- Multiply the tank capacity by the mpg to estimate range (for example, 15.9 gallons × 28 mpg ≈ 445 miles).
- Adjust the estimate for driving conditions: city driving and cold starts tend to lower mpg, while sustained highway cruising usually increases it.
Tracking your real-world mpg over several tanks will give you a practical, personalized range figure that reflects your typical routes and driving style.
Model-year notes and variations
Different TLX variants influence mpg and range. The base 2.0-liter turbo models, the higher-performance Type S, and any all-wheel-drive configurations all carry distinct EPA estimates. For the most accurate numbers, consult the EPA ratings for your exact year and trim, or use Acura’s official window sticker.
Bottom line for drivers
Across recent TLX generations, you should plan on roughly 400–500 miles per full tank under typical highway conditions, and around 400 miles for mixed driving. To get the most precise figure, check your own car’s mpg display and tank size, and track your mpg over several tanks to forecast future range with confidence.
Summary
The Acura TLX offers a practical per-tank driving range, commonly around 400–500 miles depending on year, trim, and driving conditions. Highway cruising tends to maximize range, while city driving reduces it. For the most accurate estimate, rely on your vehicle’s window sticker and real-world fuel economy data collected over multiple tanks, and tailor expectations to your usual routes and driving habits.
