Real price data
What should you pay for a 2016 Acura TLX?
Original MSRP
$31,695
When new
Fair market price
$13,551
Mileage-adjusted
Below MSRP
$18,144
A fair used price
Where prices land
25th $12,978 · 75th $16,993 · MSRP $31,695
Spread of current 2016 Acura TLX listings · 25th–75th percentile marked.
Negotiating leverage
70
out of 100
strong leverage
~58 days of national supply and listings typically ~10% above fair price — strong leverage to negotiate.
Ridekick's negotiating-leverage score blends national Market Day Supply with how far listings sit above the mileage-adjusted fair price. Higher means more room to negotiate.
Market demand & negotiating leverage
58days of supply
Balanced marketSupply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2016 Acura TLX.
National Market Day Supply — how long it would take to sell the current used 2016 Acura TLX inventory at the recent sales rate (lower means it sells faster). Source: MarketCheck.
Estimated dealer cost (invoice)
$29,159–$30,427
Estimated dealer invoice — about $31,695 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% manufacturer margin.
An estimate, not a sourced figure. Actual dealer invoice varies with manufacturer incentives, holdback, and regional pricing.
Fair price by trim
| Trim | Fair price | MSRP | Est. dealer cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base | $13,019 | $31,695 | $29,159–$30,427 |
| Technology Package | $13,769 | $41,575 | $38,249–$39,912 |
| Advance Package | $15,440 | $44,800 | $41,216–$43,008 |
| tech | — | $39,190 | $36,055–$37,622 |
- Base
- $13,019
- Technology Package
- $13,769
- Advance Package
- $15,440
Out-the-door price by state
Out-the-door for a 2016 Acura TLX runs about $13,941 in MT to $15,560 in NJ — fair price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical dealer doc fee.
| State | Sales/use tax | Doc + title + reg | Out-the-door |
|---|---|---|---|
| CA | $988 | $110+ | $14,728 |
| TX | $852 | $332 | $14,814 |
| FL | $818 | $1,074+ | $15,522 |
| NY | $545 | $371 | $14,546 |
| PA | $818 | $587 | $15,035 |
| IL | $852 | $683 | $15,165 |
| OH | $784 | $444 | $14,858 |
| GA | $954 | $637 | $15,221 |
| NC | $409 | $793 | $14,832 |
| WA | $886 | $215+ | $14,731 |
| OR | $0 | $525 | $14,155 |
Estimates using each state's base tax rate. Local (city/county) taxes can add 1–3% in many areas, dealer doc fees vary, and some states base registration on vehicle value or weight (shown with a "+"). Trade-in tax credits are not included.
Out-the-door price by state: California, Texas, Florida, New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Ohio, Georgia, North Carolina, Washington, Oregon
Safety & recalls
3 open NHTSA recalls on record for the 2016 Acura TLX.
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Acura MDX, 2015-2019 Acura TLX and 2015-2017 Honda Accord vehicles, equipped with a 3.5L V6 engine. Particulates in fuel may adhere to the internal components of the fuel pump, reducing its performance.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will update the fuel injection engine control unit (FI-ECU) software and, if necessary, replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began March 25, 2019. Owners may contact customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Acura's recall number for this recall is P3W. Honda's recall number for this recall is N3X.
Campaign 19V060000 · 29/01/2019
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Acura TLX, 2016-2020 Acura MDX, 2016 and 2018-2019 Pilot, 2017 and 2019 Ridgeline, and 2018-2019 Odyssey vehicles. Due to a manufacturing error, the connecting rod bearing in the engine may wear and seize, damaging the engine.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and repair, or replace the engine as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed March 28, 2024. 2016-2017 Acura MDX owner letters were mailed November 1, 2024. 2016-2020 Acura MDX owner letters are expected to be mailed in mid-December 2024. Honda began mailing owner notification letters as of March 18, 2024. 2015-2016 Acura owner letters are expected to be mailed mid-December 2024, 2018 Acura TLX owner letters are expected to be mailed the end of March/early April 2024, 2019 Acura TLX owner letters are expected to be mailed mid-May 2024, 2020 Acura TLX owner letters are expected to be mailed mid-June 2024, and 2016-2020 Acura MDX owner letters are expected to be mailed January 27, 2025. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for these recalls are XG1 and GG0.
Campaign 23V751000 · 13/11/2023
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2023 Honda Accord, Civic Coupe, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R, CR-V, HR-V, Ridgeline, Odyssey, Acura ILX, MDX, MDX Hybrid, RDX, RLX, TLX, 2019-2022 Honda Insight, Passport, 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda Clarity PHEV, Fit, and 2015-2020 Honda Accord Hybrid, Pilot, Acura NSX vehicles. The fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 6, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are KGC and KGD. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall numbers 21V-215 and 20V-314.
Campaign 23V858000 · 18/12/2023
Source: NHTSA. Contact your dealer to schedule a free recall repair.
Frequently asked questions
What is a fair price for a 2016 Acura TLX?
A fair, mileage-adjusted price is about $13,551, within a typical market range of $12,978 to $16,993.
Is the 2016 Acura TLX cheaper than MSRP?
Yes — its original MSRP was about $31,695, so a fair used price is roughly $18,144 below MSRP.
What is the out-the-door price of a 2016 Acura TLX?
Out-the-door (price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical doc fee) runs about $13,941 in MT to $15,560 in NJ, depending on your state. Local taxes can add more.
Is now a good time to buy a 2016 Acura TLX?
There are about 58 days of national market supply for the 2016 Acura TLX — Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2016 Acura TLX.
How much can you negotiate on a 2016 Acura TLX?
Negotiating leverage rates 70/100 (strong). ~58 days of national supply and listings typically ~10% above fair price — strong leverage to negotiate.
What does the dealer pay for a 2016 Acura TLX?
The estimated dealer cost (invoice) is roughly $29,159–$30,427 — its $31,695 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% margin. An estimate; actual invoice varies.
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Prices are computed from live market listings, adjusted for mileage, and aggregated by trim · updated 7/14/2026. Estimates only; your price depends on condition, options, and location.