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2014 Acura ILX: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 13, 2026
The biggest change for the 2014 Acura ILX is a major standard-equipment upgrade for the entry 2.0L model. The overall design and three-powertrain lineup carry over from 2013.
About the 2014 Acura ILX
1st generation ILX (2013-2015 pre-refresh), second model year.
Acura positions the ILX as its gateway luxury sedan: a small four-door that gives buyers Acura styling, a quieter and more upscale cabin feel, and easy daily-driver manners without moving into a larger or more expensive car. In this generation, the model’s identity is simple and broad: the 2.0L is the comfort-focused entry point, the 2.4L is the driver’s choice, and the Hybrid is the efficiency play.
The 2.0L is the comfort-focused entry model, with a 150-hp engine, automatic transmission, heated leather-trimmed seats, a power moonroof, and a rear camera. The 2.4L is the 201-hp enthusiast version with a six-speed manual, while the Hybrid focuses on fuel efficiency with electric assist and a smooth automatic transmission.
What changed, by category
Styling
The 2.0L receives 17-inch alloy wheels as standard equipment.
Safety
A multi-view rear camera becomes standard on the 2.0L.
Tech and comfort
The 2.0L gains standard heated leather-trimmed front seats, an 8-way power driver’s seat, satellite radio, and a stronger 7-speaker audio system.
2014 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/SportShift | 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 | |||
| Alloy Wheels | |||
| Fog Lights | |||
| HID Headlights | |||
| Power Moonroof | |||
| Rear Spoiler | |||
| Built-In Hard Drive | |||
| Navigation System | |||
| Premium Audio | |||
| Satellite Radio | |||
| Smartphone Interface | |||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | |||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | |||
| Folding Rear Seat | |||
| Heated Front Seats | |||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | |||
| Leather Seats | |||
| Power Driver Seat | |||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | |||
| Push-Button Engine Start | |||
| Remote Start | |||
Frequently asked questions
What is the biggest difference between the 2014 and 2013 Acura ILX?
The biggest difference is that the 2014 ILX 2.0L comes with substantially more standard equipment. Heated leather-trimmed front seats, a power driver’s seat, 17-inch alloy wheels, upgraded audio, and a multi-view rear camera move into the entry model’s standard equipment.
Was the 2014 Acura ILX redesigned?
No, the 2014 Acura ILX was not redesigned. It retains the first-generation body, platform, and basic mechanical layout, with the main update focused on equipment for the 2.0L model.
Did the 2014 Acura ILX get a new engine?
No, the 2014 ILX keeps the same three powertrain setups as 2013: a 2.0-liter engine with an automatic transmission, a 2.4-liter engine with a six-speed manual, and a hybrid with a smooth automatic transmission.
Is the 2014 Acura ILX 2.0L better equipped than the 2013 version?
Yes, the 2014 ILX 2.0L is better equipped than the 2013 version. Leather upholstery, heated front seats, a power driver’s seat, and satellite radio change from optional to standard, and Acura also adds standard alloy wheels, upgraded audio, and a multi-view rear camera.
Which 2014 Acura ILX is the performance-focused version?
The 2.4L is the performance-focused 2014 ILX. It pairs a 201-hp 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine with a six-speed manual transmission, while the 2.0L emphasizes comfort and the Hybrid emphasizes lower fuel use.
2014 Acura ILX Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2014 Acura ILX.
3.9
2014 Acura ILX
(10 reviews)
“So far I am extremely happy with my Acura ILX. Gets really great gas mileage and handles well on the highway.”