Is Acura reliable?
38% of the 81 Acuras we inspected scored 60/100 or higher, averaging 58/100 — they tend to be in slightly worse shape than average.
#15 of 24
Longevity rank#1 Tesla holds up to ~176k~113k
Trouble-free mileageacross all body styles81
Acuras inspectedreal pre-purchase inspections58/100
Average conditionall cars we check: 60/100Based on 81 used Acuras we inspected, they tend to be in slightly worse shape than average — average condition 58/100 vs 60 for all cars we check. Every number on this page comes from real pre-purchase inspections — cars people were about to buy and paid an independent inspector to go through point by point, engine to underbody, paint depth to error codes. Not owner surveys, not warranty statistics, not forum lore: what we actually found.
What we found
Most common faults
Oil leaks · Engine
59%
Fuel trim out of range · Engine
52%
Tires condition & wear · Brakes and tires
47%
Active error codes · Electronic equipment
31%
Fluid leaks · Steering (hydraulic power)
25%
Share of inspected Acuras where each item was flagged.
How they score
Excellent 17%
Good 21%
Mediocre 48%
Poor 14%
Hidden history
What the seller might not mention — how often we find it on Acuras.
83%had a repainted or replaced panelall cars: 76%
5%showed structural repairall cars: 4%
32%had fault codes recently clearedall cars: 23%
Compare with another brand:
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How long does a Acura last?
Across every Acura body style we've inspected — sedans, SUVs and anything else pooled together — the average one's condition dips below decent (a 55/100 score) around ~113k miles. It ranks Acura #15 of 24 brands we have enough data to rate; the longest-lasting, Tesla, holds up to ~176k. Shopping a Acura near that mileage? Expect more wear ahead — see which makes give the best odds at your budget.
Good cars by mileage
Good cars by age
Share of Acuras in good shape (scoring 60+/100) by mileage and by age when we inspected them (each dot ≥5 cars; rolled-back odometers excluded from the mileage curve). The dashed grey curve is all cars we check.
Acura models we've inspected
MDX
23 cars · profile soon
RDX
19 cars · profile soon
Recently inspected:
2015 Acura TLX · 132k mi — flagged: fuel trim out of range, tires condition & wear, cracked or torn suspension bushings. Inspected Jul 12.
2016 Acura TLX · 161k mi — flagged: smoothness, low coolant / cooling system issues, exhaust system. Inspected Jun 26.
The bottom line
These Acuras tell a story of frequent engine issues and bodywork that can hide problems. Oil leaks hit 59 percent of them, so make that your first check—look for seepage around the engine and scan for the fuel trim problems that often follow. The high rate of repainted panels means insist on a paint meter and history report, then negotiate hard or walk if damage shows. They tend to dip below decent around 113,000 miles, so stick to lower-mileage ones and get a thorough inspection for codes and leaks.
FAQ
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What are the most common problems with a used Acura?
Across the Acuras we inspected, the items we flag most often are oil leaks (59%), fuel trim out of range (52%), tires condition & wear (47%).
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Based on 81 inspections · updated Jul 12, 2026
