Acura ILX Parts & Performance Upgrades

Shop Acura ILX parts with the engine and transmission in view: early 2.0-liter automatic, 2.4-liter manual and Hybrid applications differ from the later 2.4-liter dual-clutch sedan. Compare ILX intake systems, brake components and suspension service parts by the complete manufacturer number. The ILX name alone does not establish compatibility with every year or with a Honda Civic.

Acura ILX Engine and Model-Year Differences

The 2013 ILX lineup offered three distinct powertrains: a 2.0-liter engine with a five-speed automatic, a 2.4-liter engine with a six-speed manual, and a 1.5-liter Hybrid with a CVT. For 2016, Acura introduced a direct-injected 2.4-liter engine paired with an eight-speed dual-clutch transmission. An early 2.4-liter manual application should therefore be checked separately from a later 2.4-liter DCT application.

Read the vehicle identification and the product's full year range before ordering. A-Spec, Premium and Technology package names do not replace the engine, transmission and installed-equipment checks. On modified cars, record any engine, intake, brake or suspension changes that could affect the manufacturer's original application.

Intake Systems for the Correct ILX Powertrain

The catalog lists separate Injen applications for the 2013–2015 2.4-liter ILX and the 2016–2020 2.4-liter ILX. Compare the exact part number, intake routing, sensor connections and mounting hardware. A listing for one of these groups should not be extended to another engine or an unlisted model year.

Check the installation instructions, filter placement and applicable emissions documentation for the specific kit. Shared Civic or Civic Si wording is useful only when that exact product also names your ILX configuration. It does not create a general rule for swapping induction or engine parts.

ILX Brake and Suspension Selection

Brake listings include pads, rotors and hardware, which serve different jobs and may be sold separately. Match front or rear position, rotor dimensions and the installed caliper before choosing a part. Compare the manufacturer's intended street or competition use rather than treating every pad compound as a daily-driving replacement.

For suspension service, distinguish a shock or strut from a mount, boot or complete assembly. Confirm the specified year range, mounting position and package contents. Existing lowering springs or other modifications require their own compatibility and installation review; a shared platform does not make every suspension component interchangeable.

Choose Your Part

• Identify model year, engine, transmission and Hybrid or non-Hybrid configuration.
• Separate early 2.4-liter manual applications from later 2.4-liter DCT applications.
• Match the complete manufacturer number and all application exclusions.
• For brakes, verify axle, caliper and rotor dimensions; for suspension, verify mounting position.
• Check included hardware, quantity and installation requirements before placing the order.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does every Acura ILX have the same 2.4-liter engine and transmission?

No. The original lineup included 2.0-liter automatic, 2.4-liter manual and Hybrid versions. The 2016 update introduced a direct-injected 2.4-liter engine with an eight-speed DCT. Use the exact model year and powertrain application.

How do I choose an intake for an early or later 2.4-liter ILX?

Separate the 2013–2015 2.4-liter manual application from the later 2.4-liter DCT application. The Injen listings distinguish those groups; compare the full kit number, year coverage, sensor connections and installation instructions for your car.

Are Honda Civic Si parts interchangeable with ILX parts?

Some individual products list both vehicles. Buy on that specific manufacturer's application rather than a platform comparison, and check engine, transmission, connections and mounting points.

Can a brake-pad kit replace the entire brake assembly?

No. Pads, rotors, calipers and hardware are separate components unless the listing explicitly includes them together. Confirm the axle and the contents of each package.

What information helps confirm an ILX part?

Provide the model year, engine, transmission, trim, intended part number and existing modifications. Photos of installed components can help resolve a connection or clearance question.

Get Help with Acura ILX Parts

Contact Black Ops Auto Works before ordering if the application is unclear. Explore related cold air intakes, brake pads and suspension parts, then verify the ILX fitment on each listing.