Acura TLX vs Infiniti Q50 Comparison

Two powerhouse sedans of the early 2020s. The Q50 and TLX are no longer in production, but they are still a major part of the robust used sedan market. In this comparison, we take a closer look at midsized luxury sedans and compare the Acura TLX vs. the Infiniti Q50 of the early 2020s. The Acura TLX is a high-performance luxury sedan in the midsize segment that has many modern features and sporty driveability, but how does it compare to Infiniti's best-selling Q50 sedan?

New Acura TLX Pros and Cons

Acura TLX (1st gen with facelift) Quick Look

Acura TLX Pros
  • Sporty exterior
  • Quiet, upscale interior
  • Generous array of standard tech & safety features
  • Comfortable, roomy front and back seating
  • Great gas mileage for car size
Acura TLX Cons
  • Upgrade to V6 engine needed to compete with the most expensive midsize luxury sedans of that era

Infiniti Q50 (1st gen with face lift) Quick Look

Infiniti Q50 Pros
  • Sporty exterior
  • Many standard tech and safety features
  • Great trunk space
Infiniti Q50 Cons
  • Upgrade to V6 engine needed to complete with the most expensive luxury midsize sedans
  • Interior looked older and not upscale
  • Cabin is actually rather loud
  • Infotainment system is not user-friendly
Infiniti Q50 Pros and Cons

Acura TLX Vs Infiniti Q50 Specifications

Acura TLX

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Infiniti Q50

2.4L 4 Cyl or 3.5L V6
Engine2.0L 4 Cyl or 3.0L V6
206-HPHorsepower208-HP
6 yr/70,000 miPower-train Warranty6 yr/70,000 mi
192″ L x 73″ W x 57″ HVehicle Dimensions190" L x 72″ W x 57″ H
8 or 9-Speed AutomaticTransmission 7-Speed Automatic

Acura TLX Vs Infiniti Q50 Review

The Infiniti Q50 of the early 2020s features a turbocharged 2.0 liter 4-cylinder engine with 7-speed automatic transmission that provides a fun ride. However, for the luxury midsize sedan segment an upgrade to the V6 engine is definitely needed to compete.

The Q50's last full re-design was in 2014, so the interior definitely looks dated and is not as upscale as other luxury vehicle options. The Q50 also offers many advanced safety features and standard tech, but the infotainment system is not very user friendly, especially while driving.

Finally, the interior is pretty loud, especially at high RPMs, so the Q50 doesn't have the same quiet, relaxed feel as other luxury vehicles options. Overall, the Infiniti Q50 was due for an overhaul with new engine options and updated interior design and never really got it. 

Acura TLX of the early 2020s was a roomier, more fuel-efficient, more comfortable, more upscale, and less expensive midsize luxury sedan. The Acura TLX offers a sporty 206-horsepower 4-cyclinder engine, which can also be upgraded to a powerful V6 engine to compete with the most expensive luxury midsize sedans. The TLX transmission shifts beautifully and the Super Handling All-Wheel Drive (SH-AWD) adds to an already sharp-handling car as it shifts power to different wheels to hug corners or plow through the snow. 

Acura TLX kicks the Infiniti Q50's bumper in almost every category like exterior design, interior design, performance, technology, and fuel-efficiency. Plus, you can get a used TLX for an incredible price! Acura offers many special incentives for low-price leases with special mileage forgiveness and mileage rollover benefits. To learn more or to test drive a used TLX call us at (877) 363-2817 or send us a message in the form below. Thank you!

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