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2015-2020 Acura TLX MPG & Fuel Cost
6 model years · 23–28 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 6 of 10 small car configurations, MY2020. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2015-2020 Acura TLX at a glance
The 2015-2020 Acura TLX covers 6 model years in the EPA database (26 configurations in all), rated 23–28 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2020, costs about $2,980 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the TLX 2.4L 4-cyl FWD (27 MPG), at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). EPA changed the ratings in 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 and 2020. The best combined rating in the generation, 28 MPG, was reached in 2015, 2016 and 2017.
2015-2020 Acura TLX by model year
| Model year | Powertrains | Combined | $/yr | EPA ratings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Gas | 23–27 MPG | $2,980–$3,520 | Ratings changed |
| 2019 | Gas | 23–27 MPG | $2,980–$3,520 | Ratings changed |
| 2018 | Gas | 23–27 MPG | $2,980–$3,520 | Ratings changed |
| 2017 | Gas | 25–28 MPG | $2,830–$3,220 | Ratings changed |
| 2016 | Gas | 25–28 MPG | $2,870–$3,220 | Ratings changed |
| 2015 | Gas | 25–28 MPG | $2,870–$3,220 | First year |
What the 2020 TLX 2.4L 4-cyl FWD costs to drive
Per month
$248
$2,980 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$4.97
Per 100 miles
$19.87
Five years
$14,900
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the small car median
$250less a year
Class median $3,230 a year, MY2020
Based on 15,000 miles a year and premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2020 Acura TLX MPG
Versus 2019: The most efficient configuration stays at 27 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,980.
Gas configurations (6)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TLX 2.4L 4-cyl (Most efficient) | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 23 | 33 | 27 | $2,980 |
| A-SPEC 2.4L 4-cyl | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 23 | 32 | 26 | $3,050 |
| TLX 3.5L 6-cyl FWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | FWD | 20 | 31 | 24 | $3,380 |
| A-SPEC 3.5L 6-cyl FWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | FWD | 20 | 30 | 23 | $3,450 |
| TLX 3.5L 6-cyl AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | AWD | 20 | 29 | 23 | $3,490 |
| A-SPEC 3.5L 6-cyl AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | AWD | 20 | 29 | 23 | $3,520 |
6 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2019 Acura TLX MPG
23–27 MPG · $2,980–$3,520/yr
Versus 2018: The most efficient configuration stays at 27 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,980.
Gas configurations (6)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TLX 2.4L 4-cyl (Most efficient) | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 23 | 33 | 27 | $2,980 |
| A-SPEC 2.4L 4-cyl | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 23 | 32 | 26 | $3,050 |
| TLX 3.5L 6-cyl FWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | FWD | 20 | 31 | 24 | $3,390 |
| TLX 3.5L 6-cyl AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | AWD | 20 | 29 | 23 | $3,440 |
| A-SPEC 3.5L 6-cyl FWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | FWD | 20 | 30 | 23 | $3,450 |
| A-SPEC 3.5L 6-cyl AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | AWD | 20 | 29 | 23 | $3,520 |
6 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2018 Acura TLX MPG
23–27 MPG · $2,980–$3,520/yr
Versus 2017: The most efficient configuration moves from 28 to 27 MPG, down 1. Its annual cost goes from $2,830 to $2,980, $150 more.
Gas configurations (5)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TLX 2.4L 4-cyl (Most efficient) | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 23 | 33 | 27 | $2,980 |
| TLX 3.5L 6-cyl FWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | FWD | 20 | 32 | 24 | $3,320 |
| TLX 3.5L 6-cyl AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | AWD | 21 | 30 | 24 | $3,330 |
| A-SPEC 3.5L 6-cyl FWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | FWD | 20 | 30 | 23 | $3,450 |
| A-SPEC 3.5L 6-cyl AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | AWD | 20 | 29 | 23 | $3,520 |
5 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2017 Acura TLX MPG
25–28 MPG · $2,830–$3,220/yr
Versus 2016: The most efficient configuration stays at 28 MPG. Its annual cost goes from $2,870 to $2,830, $40 less.
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TLX 2.4L 4-cyl (Most efficient) | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 24 | 35 | 28 | $2,830 |
| TLX 3.5L 6-cyl FWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | FWD | 21 | 34 | 25 | $3,210 |
| TLX 3.5L 6-cyl AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | AWD | 21 | 31 | 25 | $3,220 |
3 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2016 Acura TLX MPG
25–28 MPG · $2,870–$3,220/yr
Versus 2015: The most efficient configuration stays at 28 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,870.
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TLX 2.4L 4-cyl (Most efficient) | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 24 | 35 | 28 | $2,870 |
| TLX 3.5L 6-cyl FWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | FWD | 21 | 34 | 25 | $3,210 |
| TLX 3.5L 6-cyl AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | AWD | 21 | 31 | 25 | $3,220 |
3 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2015 Acura TLX MPG
25–28 MPG · $2,870–$3,220/yr
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TLX 2.4L 4-cyl (Most efficient) | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 24 | 35 | 28 | $2,870 |
| TLX 3.5L 6-cyl FWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | FWD | 21 | 34 | 25 | $3,210 |
| TLX 3.5L 6-cyl AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | AWD | 21 | 31 | 25 | $3,220 |
3 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the TLX 2.4L 4-cyl FWD: $3,550 in California and $2,580 in Texas, a $970 difference.
- California $3,550
- Washington $3,340
- New York $2,940
- Florida $2,720
- Texas $2,580
Similar cars
Closest combined MPG among MY2020 small car models.
Generations
- 2015-2020 (UB1)
- 2021-2025 (UB5)
Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2015-2020 Acura TLX get?
EPA rates the 2015-2020 Acura TLX at 23–28 MPG combined across 26 configurations and 6 model years. The most efficient version, the 2017 TLX 2.4L 4-cyl FWD, is rated 28 MPG (24 city, 35 highway).
Which years had the best MPG in the 2015-2020 Acura TLX?
The TLX 2.4L 4-cyl FWD reached the generation's best combined rating, 28 MPG, in 2015, 2016 and 2017. The lowest top rating, 27 MPG, was in 2018, 2019 and 2020.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2015-2020 Acura TLX?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 and 2020.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2020 Acura TLX per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the TLX 2.4L 4-cyl FWD costs about $2,980 a year. Across all 6 configurations the cost runs $2,980–$3,520 a year. That is a $540 difference between the cheapest and the costliest configuration.
How much does it cost to drive a 2020 Acura TLX 100 miles?
About $19.87 per 100 miles for the TLX 2.4L 4-cyl FWD at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), and between $19.87 and $23.47 across all configurations. That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
Is the 2020 Acura TLX more efficient in the city or on the highway?
The TLX 2.4L 4-cyl FWD is rated 23 city and 33 highway MPG, so it is more efficient on the highway, by 10 MPG.
How does the 2020 Acura TLX compare with other small car configurations?
The TLX 2.4L 4-cyl FWD costs about $2,980 a year to fuel, $250 less than the class median of $3,230, and less than 6 of 10 small car configurations. The comparison covers all 314 rated small car configurations for MY2020, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2020 Acura TLX different from the 2019 model?
The most efficient configuration stays at 27 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,980. EPA lists 6 configurations for 2020 against 6 configurations for 2019. See the 2019 Acura TLX for that year.