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About the Acura ILX Hybrid
The Acura ILX Hybrid was introduced to the market as a 2013 model and is a front-wheel-drive (FWD) sedan powered by a 1.5L SOHC i-VTEC 8-valve I4 hybrid engine, utilizing Honda’s Integrated Motor Assist (IMA) hybrid system. The front-wheel-drive drivetrain features a continuously variable transmission (CVT) with sequential “SportShift” paddle shifters and a drive-by-wire throttle system.
The drivetrain is effectively the same as a similar year Civic Hybrid, both being built in the same manufacturing facility.
Acura ILX Hybrid Features
12V power outlets
16″ x 6.5″ alloy wheels
205/55R16 all-season tires
8″ LED backlit VGA display
Acura navigation system
Ambient cabin lighting
Auto-dimming rear view mirror
Automatic on/off xenon HID headlights
Daytime Running Lights
Dual front sun-visors w/ illuminated vanity mirrors
Dual-stage multiple-threshold driver/front passenger airbags
Electric power assisted rack & pinion steering
Emergency trunk release
Front MacPherson strut suspension w/stabilizer bar
Front side airbags w/ passenger side occupant position detection system
GPS-linked solar sensing dual-zone automatic climate control w/ humidity control
HandsFreeLink Bluetooth wireless telephone interface w/ steering wheel mounted controls, phone-book exchange
Heated power mirrors
HomeLink system
Leather-wrapped shift knob
Lower anchors & tethers for children (LATCH)
Maintenance Minder system
Multi-angle rear view camera w/guidelines
One-touch auto-open/close pwr tilt moonroof
One-touch turn signals
Rear child door locks
Rear defroster w/timer
Remote trunk release
Side curtain airbags
Side-impact door beams
Smart entry w/push button start -inc: window/moonroof-open function
SMS text message function
Theft-deterrent system w/engine immobilizer
Variable intermittent windshield wipers
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) w/traction control, motion adaptive steering
Acura ILX Hybrid Batteries
Drive Battery
The Acura ILX Hybrid features a 144 V lithium-ion drive battery.
Drive Battery FAQs
Where can I find a replacement drive battery for the Acura ILX Hybrid?
Acura. Likely the best source of a replacement battery for your Acura ILX Hybrid is the source of your car itself. Check with Acura first, especially if you are worried about a warranty or lien requirements. Acura has a useful dealer lookup on their website:
Acura Dealer & Service Center Lookup
Junkyards! When an Acura ILX Hybrid is wrecked, it goes to the wrecking yard. Often the batteries are still usable as even a light impact can send a vehicle to the scrap heap.
Car-part.com allows you to search wrecking yards all over the nation and has a great list of Acura ILX Hybrid Batteries available.
eBay – If you can’t find a replacement at your local yard, and want to find something more reputable online, you might check ebay.
“Acura ILX Hybrid replacement battery” on eBay
What can I expect when purchasing a replacement drive battery for my hybrid?
The process for purchasing a battery for your Acura ILX Hybrid can include a few surprises:
- Core Charges – A “core charge” is where a vendor charges you a fee as collateral until you send them the part that you are replacing, in this case the battery pack. It is not unusual to see a core charge be the same price as your used battery, typically around $1000-3000.
- Shipping Charges – Batteries are heavy! You can’t exactly toss one in the mailbox. Some vendors will include the cost of batteries in your purchase. Others may charge you anywhere from $100 to $300 to ship. You may also be assessed an additional charge to deliver to a residential address.
- Packaging – If you need to ship your battery to a vendor, you may want to consider the cost of packaging. Typically if you are returning a core, you can simply put your old battery in the same packaging that your replacement battery came in, and ship it back. Be extra careful when packing your battery as most vendors require a core battery to be able to be refurbished, and you may not receive back your core charge if the battery is damaged in transit.
12V Battery
The Acura ILX Hybrid features a 12V 340CCA AGM Group 51R auxiliary battery for powering the ECU, BCU, and entertainment systems in the vehicle. These batteries wear out a little faster than the drive batteries and tend to need to be replaced every 5-10 years. Here are some replacement options:
| Powertex Batteries Lithium-Ion LiFePO4 BCI Group Size 51R Automotive Battery | Amazon |
Acura ILX Hybrid 12V Battery Testing and Repair
Battery testers are an inexpensive way to save yourself time in repairing your Acura ILX Hybrid. A healthy 12V battery will read between 12.6 and 12.8 volts when tested. Anything lower, and you may want to consider replacing your batteries or checking the battery fluid levels.
Remote Key Fob Battery
The 2013-2020 Acura ILX Hybrid key fob uses a CR2032 lithium battery. You can easily find CR2032 batteries in your local grocery store or on Amazon.
Acura ILX Hybrid Reviews
AutoGuide.com gives an honest review of the 2014 Acura ILX Hybrid, which should help if you are considering a purchase of this vehicle.
Join an Acura ILX Community
Find online community members who also enjoy the Acura ILX Hybrid by checking out a forum or online group:
ILXForums.com – You are invited you to Join community discussions about The Acura ILX. Topics include news, events, tech maintenance & more.
AcuraZine / ILX – A forum community dedicated to Acura owners and enthusiasts. Join the discussion about performance, reviews, troubleshooting, maintenance, modifications, classifieds, and more!
AcuraWorld / ILX – A place to discuss the Acura ILX Sedan.