An In-Depth Look at the 2016 Acura ILX

THE 2016 ACURA ILX: AN IN-DEPTH LOOK The 2016 ILX is a compact, executive car equipped with an aluminum, direct-injected 2.4-liter i-VTEC Engine: Intelligent Variable Delivers 201 high-revving horsepower and 181 Ib. ft. of torque Opens intake valves longer and deeper at 4500 rpm to increase horsepower Timing and Lift Control The Variable Timing Control advances the opening of intake Moves fuel directly into each cylinder via a multi-hole injector to create a decisively effective mixture of air and fuel valves in increments as Direct Fuel Injection rpm rises Direct Gas Injections This process significantly reduces fuel consumption upon starting the engine Creates a Decreased Friction cooling effect that allows for increased power and higher compression to deter engine knocking Drive-by- Wire Offset cylinders System Creates heightened fuel efficiency. Achieved via: Low- tension piston rings Provides remarkable throttle response and driver feel while Double- arm chain system ЕРA Fuel Economy Rating* maneuvering challenging conditions Exclusive belt layout for EPS Combined: City: 25 mpg Highway: 36 mpg 29 mpg THE 2016 ILX IS DESIGNED WITH AN 8-SPEED DUAL-CLUTCH TRANSMISSION The 8-Speed DCT was originally developed for racing and features faster shifting capabilities. • Changes gears via clutches Transmission features an individual clutch for both odd- numbered gears (1, 3, 5, 7) and even-numbered (2, 4, 6,8) • The 2.4-liter engine is kept running at its peak efficiency, regardless of speed, via eight gear ratios • Paddle shifters facilitate rapid, milliseconds-long shifts for vigorous acceleration while turning or engine braking THE 2016 ACURA ILX FEATURES SEVERAL STYLISTIC UPGRADES THAT SEPARATE IT FROM ITS PREDECESSORS. Thicker front door glass New LED combination Bold new lights on rear end grille design Distinctive Je wel Eye LED Headlights New 17-inch, 10 spoke aluminum alloy wheels High-strength silver trim on instrument panel and additional Distinctive 10 Euro-Style stitching on steering wheel areas Upgraded interior materials 2016 ILX PERFORMANCE STATS: 6.2 16.4 SECONDS 15 135 SECONDS SECONDS MPH (zero to 60 mph) (zero to 100 mph) (standing 1/4 mile) (top speed) * Based on 2016 EPA mileage ratings. Use for comparison purposes only. Your actual mileage will vary, depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle, driving conditions, battery pack age/condition (hybrid models only) and other factors. SOURCES: http://www.mikehaleacura.com http://www.acura.com/Features.aspx?model=ILX&modelY- ear=2016#- pBS68J7c9TdQYN http://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/2016-acura-ilx-first-drive-review http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/the-2016-acura-ilx-re- designed-reengineered-and-reborn-as-an-even-stronger-more-athletic-and-m ore-refined-sports-sedan-300033804.html http://www.freepik.com Mike Hale Acura ...