The 2021 Acura TLX has a 13.5-cubic-foot trunk based on the spec sheet. That might be corresponding to a typical compact mainstream sedan regardless of the TLX’s exterior dimensions being extra akin to a midsize sedan (its 194.6-inch size is true smack between a Toyota Camry and Honda Accord). Luxurious automobiles normally sacrifice utility for type, and by adapting cab-rearward proportions for this newest technology, it should not be shocking that the TLX follows the development.
Nonetheless, how a lot utility does the brand new TLX sacrifice and is the trunk nonetheless helpful? Let’s discover out.
It is a pretty deep area, however the quantity of width and area behind the wheel wells can be moderately beneficiant and seemingly helpful.
As with each baggage check, I take advantage of two midsize curler suitcases that may have to be checked in on the airport (26 inches lengthy, 16 extensive, 11 deep), two roll-aboard suitcases that simply barely match within the overhead (24L x 15W x 10D), and one smaller roll-aboard that matches simply (23L x 15W x 10D). I additionally embrace my spouse’s fancy in a single day bag simply to spruce issues up a bit (21L x 12W x 12D).
To start out off, I lined the largest baggage on their sides to show the distinction within the trunk’s width relative different sedans. Solely three can match, whereas you possibly can match 4 within the majority of midsize sedans.
However, all the baggage match. That is not the case with the Cadillac CT4 or CT5, or the large fibber, the BMW 3 Collection and its “17-cubic-foot” trunk.
Mainly, the numbers make sense right here. Whereas it will probably maintain all the baggage, there actually is not any leftover area as there’s in a midsize sedan.
That mentioned, I ought to be aware that there are many compact crossovers that may’t match all these baggage beneath their cargo covers, together with the Mercedes GLC and Alfa Stelvio.
OK, yet another trunk-related be aware.
Whereas there’s a spare-tire-shaped gap underneath the trunk ground, there isn’t any spare tire. As an alternative, you get a compressor encased in foam overlaying the automobile’s battery. Placing the battery within the trunk is completely regular, however there’s one thing a tad bootleg about this placement. It looks like an afterthought.
It nearly definitely has to do with engine compartment packaging and/or weight distribution, nevertheless it does imply you do with no spare tire. Or, I suppose as BMW is apt to do, additional under-floor cargo area.
