If you’re on the hunt for your next luxury small car to whip back and forth to work in, then you’ve come to the right place. Combining adrenaline with class and convenience, two of the most popular models in this segment are the 2022 BMW 3 Series and 2021 Acura TLX.
Which one is the best fit for you, though? The team at BMW of Arlington is here to answer that. Drivers near Arlington, Grand Prairie, and Fort Worth, TX, should read ahead to find out.
One of the largest pulls of the luxury small car class is the sporty performance that’s associated with it. Both models deliver with several engine options. The Acura TLX can be equipped with either a 2.0L 4-cylinder engine or an available 3.0L V6 engine.
The BMW 3 Series also offers a standard 2.0L 4-cylinder engine, but it goes above and beyond in ways the TLX can’t. In total, the 3 Series offers three impressive engine options—including a hybrid option that’s absent in the TLX—offering power and excitement. Compare the best specs of both models below:
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2022 BMW 3 Series |
2021 Acura TLX |
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Top Horsepower |
Up to 503 HP |
Up to 355 HP |
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Best City Fuel Economy |
EPA-estimated 26 MPG1 |
EPA-estimated 22 MPG |
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Best Highway Fuel Economy |
EPA-estimated 36 MPG1 |
EPA-estimated 31 MPG |
The 2022 BMW 3 Series and the 2021 Acura TLX classify as compact luxury models, but sometimes compact is too compact to be functional. See how the interior dimensions of the 3 Series and the TLX compares below:
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2022 BMW 3 Series |
2021 Acura TLX |
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Front/Rear Headroom |
38.7 inches/37.6 inches |
37.2 inches/36.3 inches |
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Front/Rear Legroom |
42 inches/35.2 inches |
42.5 inches/34.9 inches |
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Front/Rear Shoulder Room |
56 inches/54.6 inches |
58.2 inches/55 inches |
As you can see, the Acura TLX is ideal for the driver but won’t work for rear passengers unless you’re carting the kids around. The BMW 3 Series, on the other hand, evenly distributes its interior space offering a comfortable ride for all.
The BMW 3 Series takes comfort to the next level with an available Multi-Zone Climate Control system, while the TLX offers just dual-zone capability.
In today’s day and age, tech is the cornerstone to any great vehicle, and the 2022 BMW 3 Series and the 2021 Acura TLX don’t disappoint. Both models have expansive touchscreen infotainment systems affixed into the center stack with:
What you won’t get with the Acura TLX, however, is an innovative available BMW Live Cockpit Professional. On this high-definition display behind the steering wheel, you’ll get navigation, infotainment updates, and even an available TRACK mode on the BMW 3 Series M trim, so you can get the most out of your action on the road.
While the Acura TLX has a few great features to offer, it can’t compete with the full package offered by the 2022 BMW 3 Series. See for yourself what the BMW 3 Series can do by getting behind the wheel with us at BMW of Arlington.
Drivers near Arlington, Grand Prairie, and Fort Worth, Texas, can schedule a test drive by giving us a call today.
1 Preliminary EPA-estimated figures are for comparison purposes only. Your actual mileage will vary, depending on speed, driving habits, trip length and driving conditions; actual mileage may be lower. Note for MPGe: All data are provisional and subject to official confirmation. The provisional power consumption figures have been calculated based on the ECE test cycle.
