2013 Acura ILX: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2013 Acura ILX was an all-new model and the first year of Acura’s compact luxury sedan. Its headline change was the launch of the complete ILX range with 2.0-liter, 2.4-liter manual, and hybrid powertrains.
About the 2013 Acura ILX
1st generation ILX, first year (all-new for 2013).
Acura positioned the ILX as the gateway to the brand: a smaller luxury sedan for younger buyers moving up from mainstream compact cars. The core appeal was a more upscale cabin, premium-brand styling, and easy everyday usability without the size of Acura’s larger sedans. Acura also gave shoppers three clear personalities within one model range—mainstream automatic, sportier manual, and fuel-saving hybrid—so the ILX stood out by offering choice, efficiency, and a premium badge in a compact footprint.
Acura positioned the 2013 ILX as its entry-level luxury sedan, with the 2.0L serving as the polished everyday model. The 2.4L added a 201-horsepower engine, six-speed manual, heated leather sport seats, and upgraded audio, while the Hybrid focused on fuel economy with a gasoline-electric system and efficiency displays.
What changed, by category
2013 Acura ILX specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, VTEC, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, VTEC, 2.4 Liter | 4-Cyl, Hybrid, VTEC, 1.5L |
| Transmission | Auto, 5-Spd w/SptShft | Manual, 6-Spd | Automatic, CVT |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Hybrid |
| MPG City | 24 mpg | 22 mpg | 39 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 35 mpg | 31 mpg | 38 mpg |
| Horsepower | 150 hp | 201 hp | |
| Torque | 140 lb-ft | 170 lb-ft | 127 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 12.3 cu-ft | 12.3 cu-ft | 10 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 34 in | 34 in | 34 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Alarm System | |||
| Rear View Camera | |||
| Side View Cameras | |||
| Alloy Wheels | |||
| Fog Lights | |||
| HID Headlights | |||
| Power Moonroof | |||
| Rear Spoiler | |||
| Navigation System | |||
| Premium Audio | |||
| Smartphone Interface | |||
| Subwoofer | |||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | |||
| Heated Front Seats | |||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | |||
| Leather Seats | |||
| Power Driver Seat | |||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | |||
| Push-Button Engine Start | |||
| Remote Start | |||
Frequently asked questions
Was 2013 the first year for the Acura ILX?
Yes. The 2013 model year introduced the Acura ILX as an all-new compact luxury sedan and the brand’s new entry-level model.
What powertrains did the 2013 Acura ILX have?
The 2013 ILX came in three forms: a 150-horsepower 2.0-liter four-cylinder with a five-speed automatic, a 201-horsepower 2.4-liter four-cylinder with a six-speed manual, and a 1.5-liter gasoline-electric hybrid with a continuously variable automatic transmission.
Did the 2013 Acura ILX have a manual transmission?
Yes. The 2013 ILX 2.4L paired its 201-horsepower engine exclusively with a close-ratio six-speed manual transmission, making it the driver-focused model in the range.
Was there a 2013 Acura ILX Hybrid?
Yes. The 2013 ILX Hybrid was Acura’s first gasoline-electric model. It used a 1.5-liter hybrid system, a lithium-ion battery, idle-stop operation, and a continuously variable automatic transmission.
How did the 2013 ILX trims differ?
The 2.0L was the everyday entry-luxury model, the 2.4L emphasized performance with more power and a manual transmission, and the Hybrid focused on fuel economy. The 2.4L also stood out with heated leather sport seats, premium audio, HID headlights, and a multi-view rear camera.