What is the AcuraWatch Plus package?
The AcuraWatch Plus package is an enhanced version of Acura’s driver-assistance suite, expanding the standard AcuraWatch safety features on select models and model years. Availability and exact content vary by vehicle and trim.
In this article, we break down what AcuraWatch is, what the Plus upgrade typically adds, and how to verify whether your specific Acura has the Plus package. We’ll also note how availability changes across generations and trims.
What is AcuraWatch?
The AcuraWatch suite represents the core set of driver-assistance technologies offered by Acura to help prevent collisions and assist with lane keeping and speed control. It is designed to work with sensors and cameras around the vehicle, and its features are integrated into multiple trims across Acura’s lineup.
Below are the features commonly included in the base AcuraWatch package. This list describes the core components you’ll usually find with AcuraWatch, though exact naming and availability can vary by model year and trim.
- Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS) with Pedestrian Sensing
- Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low-Speed Follow
- Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)
- Road Departure Mitigation (RDM)
These features work together to help reduce the likelihood of collisions, maintain lane position, and assist with braking and steering under certain driving conditions. Availability can differ by generation, model, and region.
What AcuraWatch Plus adds
The Plus upgrade is offered on select models and years and generally stacks additional safety and convenience technologies on top of the standard AcuraWatch features. The exact content of AcuraWatch Plus varies by model year and trim, but it commonly includes enhancements related to awareness, crossing-traffic monitoring, and supplemental camera systems.
- Traffic Sign Recognition (TSR) with Speed Limit Display
- Blind Spot Information System (BSI) with Rear Cross-Traffic Monitor
- Expanded Adaptive Cruise Control capabilities, including more responsive stop-and-go behavior in dense traffic where available
- Enhanced camera and sensing features (such as improved multi-view or surround-view capabilities) on certain trims
Because Acura updates features and packaging across generations, the Plus designation is not universal for every model year. Prospective buyers should consult the official brochure or a dealer for the exact contents on a specific vehicle.
Model-year availability and how to verify
Acura has used the AcuraWatch Plus label in various configurations on models like the TLX, MDX, and RDX across different generations. Availability can depend on the market, trim level, and production year. To verify what is included on a specific car, check the vehicle’s Monroney label, the official build sheet, or the dealer’s window sticker, and review the owner's manual and Acura's official product pages for that model year.
In practice, if you’re shopping for a used Acura, you’ll often see AcuraWatch Plus listed in the features section of the window sticker or build sheet. If you’re buying new, your salesperson can confirm the exact suite included with the Plus option for that model year and trim.
Summary
AcuraWatch Plus is an enhanced version of Acura’s driver-assistance package that adds features beyond the base AcuraWatch offering. While the core components—such as collision mitigation, adaptive cruise control, lane keeping, and road departure mitigation—form the foundation, Plus typically introduces items like Traffic Sign Recognition, advanced blind-spot and cross-traffic monitoring, and expanded camera capabilities. Because the specifics shift with model year and trim, always confirm the exact features with the dealer or through official Acura documentation for your vehicle.
