What does the Acura Premium package include?
In brief, the Premium Package is a mid-tier upgrade that typically bundles interior comfort, technology, and some safety features. Exact contents vary by model year and trim, so the specifics can differ from one Acura to another.
Across Acura’s lineup, the Premium Package is designed to elevate the driving experience without reaching the top-tier packages. To know precisely what’s included for your vehicle, check the window sticker, the official build sheet, or ask your dealer for the exact contents tied to your VIN.
What’s commonly included in Acura’s Premium Package
These items represent categories and features you’ll often see bundled in the Premium Package across several Acura models. The exact list can shift by model and year.
- Interior upgrades: leather seating (or higher-quality leatherette), enhanced seat comfort, and sometimes memory settings for the driver’s seat
- Comfort and convenience: heated front seats, and in some models a heated steering wheel
- Seat and climate controls: power-adjustable front seats with memory, and dual- or tri-zone automatic climate control
- Roof and lighting: sunroof or panoramic moonroof; ambient interior lighting
- Infotainment enhancements: improved or larger display, upgraded navigation options, and Apple CarPlay/Android Auto integration
- Audio upgrade: premium sound system (often branded as ELS Studio or similar)
- Practical upgrades: power liftgate for easy cargo access
- Safety and driver assistance: enhanced features such as blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, adaptive cruise control, and lane-keeping assist
Note that features above are indicative and the exact bundle varies by model and year. Always confirm with the current build documentation for your specific Acura model.
Model-specific notes (indicative)
MDX
In recent MDX configurations, the Premium Package has typically combined interior comfort upgrades with infotainment improvements and certain safety features, positioned between base trims and higher-end packages. Exact items depend on the year and market.
TLX
On TLX models, the Premium Package often adds upgraded seating and interior materials, a more capable audio/navigation setup, and some driver-assistance tech, with availability shifting by generation and trim level.
RDX
For RDX, the Premium Package commonly includes interior enhancements, a richer audio system, and convenient tech upgrades, while advanced driving aids may appear in higher-tier packages or as standard on later trims.
ILX
In smaller Acura sedans like the ILX, Premium Package contents tend to emphasize comfort and tech upgrades that complement the compact footprint, again varying by year.
How to verify the exact contents for your car
Because the Premium Package’s contents are model-year dependent, here are reliable ways to confirm what’s included for your specific vehicle:
- Check the window sticker (Monroney label) for your car, which lists option packages and features
- Review the official Acura configurator or brochure for your model-year
- Request the build sheet or vehicle identity/trim documentation from the dealer or via Acura’s customer portal
- Ask the dealer to pull the VIN-specific equipment list, which will show exactly which packages and features are installed
Having these documents ensures you know whether the features you expect—such as leather seats, a sunroof, or a premium audio system—are part of the Premium Package for your exact vehicle.
Summary
The Acura Premium Package is a mid-level upgrade that commonly bundles interior comfort, enhanced infotainment, and some safety features. Its precise contents vary by model and year, so always verify with a window sticker, build sheet, or dealer documentation for your specific Acura. This approach helps ensure you understand what you’re getting and can compare it accurately across models.
