The 2017 Acura ILX retains the popular enhancements introduced last year that helped make it one of the most popular models in the entry luxury segment.

The ILX received significant upgrades for the 2016 model year including styling, powertrain, technology, luxury refinement and safety features. The 2017 ILX carries over the freshened exterior styling including Acura's signature Jewel Eye LED headlights, 201 horsepower 2.4-liter direct-injected DOHC i-VTEC engine paired with an 8-speed dual clutch transmission with paddle-controlled Sequential Sport Shift, and signature Acura technologies, such as the available AcuraWatch suite of safety and driver-assistive technologies.

The 2017 ILX is available in three grades -- the standard ILX, the ILX with Premium Package, and the line-topping ILX Tech Plus Package; in addition an A-SPEC Package is available with the Premium and Tech Plus grades. The ILX A-SPEC Package further accentuates the ILX's premium and performance image with sporty side sill garnishes, a trunk spoiler, front fog lights, 18-inch, 10-spoke machined alloy wheels, and several unique interior appearance touches.

The 2.4-liter i-VTEC engine has 201 horsepower at 6,800 rpm and 180 lb.-ft. of torque at 3,600 rpm, up 51 horsepower and 40 lb.-ft. compared to the outgoing 2.0-liter engine. The 8-speed dual clutch transmission (DCT) with torque converter and paddle-controlled Sequential Sport Shift delivers incredibly quick, crisp and intuitive gear changes, including rev-matching down shifts, to achieve outstanding response and sporting performance. Steering responsiveness and linearity have been improved via a retuned suspension and a number of chassis design enhancements.