Compare the2024 Acura TLXVS 2025 Toyota Camry

Both the TLX and the Camry have standard driver and passenger frontal airbags, front side-impact airbags, driver and front passenger knee airbags, side-impact head airbags, front and rear seatbelt pretensioners, front wheel drive, height adjustable front shoulder belts, four-wheel antilock brakes, traction control, electronic stability systems to prevent skidding, crash mitigating brakes, daytime running lights, lane departure warning systems, blind spot warning systems, rearview cameras, rear cross-path warning, driver alert monitors, available all wheel drive and around view monitors.

The TLX comes with a full 4-year/50,000-mile basic warranty, which covers the entire car and includes 24-hour roadside assistance. The Camry’s 3-year/36,000-mile basic warranty expires 1 year or 14,000 miles sooner.

Acura’s powertrain warranty covers the TLX 1 year and 10,000 miles longer than Toyota covers the Camry. Any repair needed on the engine, transmission, axles, joints or driveshafts is fully covered for 6 years or 70,000 miles. Coverage on the Camry ends after only 5 years or 60,000 miles.

The TLX’s standard 2.0 turbo 4-cylinder produces 47 more horsepower (272 vs. 225) than the Camry’s standard 2.5 DOHC 4-cylinder hybrid. The TLX’s 2.0 turbo 4-cylinder produces 40 more horsepower (272 vs. 232) than the Camry’s optional 2.5 DOHC 4-cylinder hybrid. The TLX Type S’ standard 3.0 turbo V6 produces 123 more horsepower (355 vs. 232) than the Camry’s optional 2.5 DOHC 4-cylinder hybrid.

As tested in Motor Trend the TLX Type S 3.0 turbo V6 is faster than the Toyota Camry (232 HP engine):

An engine control system that can shut down some of the engine’s cylinders helps improve the TLX Type S’ fuel efficiency. The Camry doesn’t offer a system that can shut down part of the engine.

The TLX has 2.9 gallons more fuel capacity than the Camry (15.9 vs. 13 gallons), for longer range between fill-ups.

The TLX has a standard cap-less fueling system. The fuel filler is automatically opened when the fuel nozzle is inserted and automatically closed when it’s removed. This eliminates the need to unscrew and replace the cap and it reduces fuel evaporation, which causes pollution. The Camry doesn’t offer a cap-less fueling system.

For better stopping power the TLX’s brake rotors are larger than those on the Camry:

The TLX stops much shorter than the Camry:

For better traction, the TLX has larger tires than the Camry (255/35R20 vs. 205/65R16). The TLX Type S’ tires are larger than the largest tires available on the Camry (255/35R20 vs. 235/45R18).

The TLX’s standard tires provide better handling because they have a lower 40 series profile (height to width ratio) that provides a stiffer sidewall than the Camry LE’s standard 65 series tires. The TLX Type S’ tires have a lower 35 series profile than the Camry XSE’s 40 series tires.

For better ride, handling and brake cooling the TLX has standard 19-inch wheels. Smaller 16-inch wheels are standard on the Camry LE. The TLX Type S’ 20-inch wheels are larger than the 19-inch wheels on the Camry XSE.

The TLX has a standard easy tire fill system. When inflating the tires, the vehicle’s integrated tire pressure sensors keep track of the pressure as the tires fill and tell the driver when the tires are inflated to the proper pressure. The Camry doesn’t offer vehicle monitored tire inflation.

The TLX offers an available driver-adjustable suspension system. It allows the driver to choose between an extra-supple ride, reducing fatigue on long trips, or a sport setting, which allows maximum control for tricky roads. The Camry’s suspension doesn’t offer adjustable shock absorbers.

For a smoother ride and more stable handling, the TLX’s wheelbase is 1.8 inches longer than on the Camry (113 inches vs. 111.2 inches).

For better handling and stability, the track (width between the wheels) on the TLX is 1.4 inches wider in the front and 1.4 inches wider in the rear than the average track on the Camry.

The TLX Type S handles at .97 G’s, while the Camry XLE AWD pulls only .82 G’s of cornering force in a Motor Trend skidpad test.

The TLX Type S executes Motor Trend’s “Figure Eight” maneuver 2.5 seconds quicker than the Camry XLE AWD (24.7 seconds @ .75 average G’s vs. 27.2 seconds @ .66 average G’s).

The TLX uses computer-generated active noise cancellation to help remove annoying noise and vibration from the passenger compartment, especially at low frequencies. The Camry doesn’t offer active noise cancellation.

The TLX has .4 inches more front legroom, .4 inches more front hip room and .5 inches more front shoulder room than the Camry.

To allow full utilization of available cargo room, the TLX’s trunk lid uses concealed beam hinges that don’t intrude into the trunk. Its intrusive beam hinge reduces the Camry’s useful trunk space.

With its sedan body style, valet key, locking rear seatbacks and remote trunk release lockout, the TLX offers cargo security. The Camry’s non-lockable remote release defeats cargo security.

The TLX uses gas struts to support the hood for easier service access. The Camry uses a prop rod to support its heavy hood. It takes two hands to open the hood and set the prop rod, the prop rod gets in the way during maintenance and service, and the prop rod could be knocked out, causing the heavy hood to fall on the person maintaining or servicing the car.

J.D. Power and Associates surveys of service recipients show that Acura service is better than Toyota. J.D. Power ranks Acura 9th in service department satisfaction (above the industry average). With a 19% lower rating, Toyota is ranked 21st.

The TLX has a standard remote vehicle starting system, so the vehicle can be started from inside the driver's house. This allows the driver to comfortably warm up the engine before going out to the vehicle. The climate system will also automatically heat or cool the interior. The Camry doesn’t offer a remote starting system.

The TLX’s standard easy entry system glides the driver’s seat back, making it easier for the driver to get in and out. An easy entry system costs extra on the Camry, and is not available on all models.

The TLX’s standard Smart Entry allow you to unlock the doors from either front door handle, open the trunk, and start the engine, all without removing the key from the pocket or purse. Push Button Start standard on the Camry only offers hands-free access for the ignition, none to unlock the car.

Consumer Reports® recommends the Acura TLX, based on reliability, safety and performance.

J.D. Power and Associates rated the TLX second among midsize premium cars in owner reported satisfaction. This includes how well the vehicle performs and satisfies its owner’s expectations. The Camry isn’t in the top three in its category.