2020 Honda Accord vs. 2020 Acura TLX

If you’re in the market for a sophisticated sedan in the Inglewood area, you’ll find that the 2020 Honda Accord and 2020 Acura TLX have a lot to offer. Both come loaded with convenient features, but only one provides the interior space, fuel efficiency, and safety features that today’s sedan shoppers desire. This Honda Accord vs Acura TLX comparison from Airport Marina Honda will help you find out which is the best sedan for you.
 

Accord or TLX: Pricing

The entry-level 2020 Honda Accord LX has a starting MSRP of $24,270*, while the 2020 Acura TLX starts with a price tag of $33,000. This $8,980 difference could be the deciding factor for some Culver City drivers. You may think that with the higher price of the Acura, you’ll get a more spacious interior, a more efficient engine, and all of the latest safety features, but as you’ll see below, that isn’t quite the case.

Accord or TLX: Performance & Fuel Efficiency

The base engine of the 2020 TLX produces more horsepower than the base engine of the Accord LX, but the Honda sedan delivers more torque and better fuel efficiency. So, which is the best new sedan for you? Review the performance specs of the Accord vs. TLX below.

Honda Accord LX Engine & MPG Stats

• 1.5 Liter In-Line 4-Cylinder Engine with Turbocharger
• 192 hp
• 192 lb-ft of torque
• 16-Valve DOHC VTEC®
• Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) with Sport Mode
• 30 / 38 mpg city / highway fuel efficiency**

Acura TLX Standard Engine & MPG Stats

• 2.4-Liter Inline-4 Engine
• 206 hp
• 182 lb-ft of torque
• 16-valve DOHC i-VTEC®
• 8-Speed DCT Dual-Clutch Transmission
• 23 / 33 mpg city / highway fuel efficiency

Accord or TLX: Safety Features

Both sedans are built with Advanced Compatibility Engineering™, along with front, side and driver’s knee airbags. They also share a number of safety technologies, such as:

• Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™)
• Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)
• Road Departure Mitigation System (RDM)
• Adaptive Cruise Control

However, each of the six available trim levels of the Honda Accord come equipped with the Honda Sensing® safety suite, which includes a variety of advanced safety and driver-assist features.

Honda Accord safety is further enhanced with additional features, such as Forward Collision Warning (FCW) and Lane Departure Warning (LDW).

Accord or TLX: Interior Passenger & Cargo Space

The Acura TLX offers 98.3 cubic feet of passenger space, compared to the Honda Accord, which has 105.6 cubic feet of space for you and your passengers. The Honda sedan not only provides a more roomy and comfortable interior, but it also has 16.7 cubic feet of space in the trunk for groceries, sports gear, or luggage. The Acura TLX only has 14.3 cubic feet of space in the trunk.

Test Drive the 2020 Honda Accord at Airport Marina Honda

With its roomier interior, more fuel-efficient performance, and affordable sticker price, the Honda Accord proves itself the best new sedan for a wide variety of Santa Monica drivers. Here at Airport Marina Honda, you can make your new Accord even more budget-friendly by taking advantage of our current Accord specials. If you’d like to do a bit more research, check out our Accord vs. Mazda6 and Accord vs. Honda Civic comparisons. Don’t hesitate to reach out to us if you have any questions.

*MSRP excluding tax, license, registration, $955.00 destination charge and options. Dealers set own prices.

**Based on 2020 EPA mileage ratings. Use for comparison purposes only. Your mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle, driving conditions and other factors.