Acura has recently refreshed its TLX sedan for the 2024 model year, featuring a striking new front design and enhanced technology. However, this update may not last long. As reported by Automotive News, Acura could potentially discontinue this generation of the sedan by the end of next year, with no announcement of a replacement at this time.
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The news about the TLX may not come as a shock, especially since Acura’s year-to-date sales were reported to be down by 56% compared to last year, as of June. In July, Acura reported only 4,211 TLX units sold through the second quarter of 2024. In contrast, Mercedes-Benz reported 17,429 C-Class sales during the same period. Additionally, production of the TLX faced delays in 2024 due to construction improvements at its Ohio assembly plant, aimed at boosting electric vehicle production. This disruption may have contributed to the low supply of the TLX. Although Acura has not officially confirmed the discontinuation of the TLX, the timing aligns with Honda’s plans to launch its $4.4 billion EV hub and battery plant in Ohio, which is expected to begin vehicle production in 2025, with deliveries slated for 2026.
Should the Acura TLX be phased out by the conclusion of 2025, it remains uncertain whether an immediate successor will follow. Acura’s next electric crossover, which will utilize Honda’s new EV platform, is scheduled for release in 2026. Therefore, it is possible that any future replacement for the TLX may be an electric model. Given the sluggish sales in the sedan market, however, Acura might delay investing in an electric successor to the TLX.
While it may be logical to see the underperforming TLX phase out, it will still be disappointing for fans. Despite not matching the popularity of its luxury rivals, the TLX stands out as an excellent sports sedan, particularly in its Type S version. Nonetheless, the impact of the TLX’s potential discontinuation might be softened by the forthcoming electric NSX-type sports car that Honda has confirmed is in development during Monterey Car Week.
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