Acura TLX Production Halts

Acura TLX Production Halts, Signaling Another Sedan’s Demise

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Acura is officially ending production of the TLX sedan later this month, signaling another step away from traditional cars and further into the SUV world. After the TLX exits, the only non-SUV left in Acura’s lineup will be the Integra hatchback.

This move follows the earlier retirement of the larger RLX sedan in 2020 and the sporty NSX supercar in 2022. It’s clear that Acura is reshaping its identity—and that means letting go of sedans.

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Why the TLX Is Going Away

The current second-generation TLX has been on sale since 2021, but Acura says sales have steadily declined. In the first half of 2025, only 3,634 units were sold. Compare that to 2015, when Acura moved over 47,000 TLX units, and the drop-off is clear.

Acura first introduced this model’s roots in the mid-1990s, when the TL sedan debuted as a replacement for the beloved Legend. The TL ran for four generations before being renamed TLX in 2015. But now, after nearly three decades, that legacy is coming to an end.

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What’s Next? An All-Electric RSX SUV

The TLX’s departure makes room for Acura’s upcoming electric SUV—and it’s reviving a familiar name: RSX. Originally used for a sporty coupe in the 2000s, the RSX name will now live on as a battery-powered SUV.

This new RSX will be:

  • Built at Honda’s Marysville, Ohio plant (alongside the Accord and Integra)
  • Riding on a brand-new in-house EV platform
  • The first of many new electric models to come from Honda and Acura

Marysville is also becoming Honda’s dedicated EV manufacturing hub, signaling just how serious the company is about its all-electric future.

Sedans Are Dying Across the Luxury Market

Acura isn’t the only brand saying goodbye to sedans:

  • Infiniti has axed the Q50
  • Volvo dropped the S60
  • Lexus is likely retiring the IS soon

The compact luxury sedan segment is clearly shrinking, as buyers continue to favor SUVs and crossovers. Acura’s current lineup reflects that trend with a range of SUVs:

  • ADX (subcompact)
  • RDX (compact)
  • MDX (mid-size)
  • ZDX (electric SUV)

With the TLX gone, Acura is doubling down on versatility, space, and electrification to keep up with shifting customer demand.

Final Thoughts

The end of the TLX marks the close of a significant chapter for Acura. While longtime fans may feel nostalgic, the move shows Acura is looking forward—especially toward electric SUVs like the new RSX.

If you’ve ever wanted to own a TLX, now’s your last chance. Once it’s gone, it’s gone for good.