For most consumers, buying a sport- utility vehicle for its off-road capabilities is like saying you live in New York City because it's the kind of town where you can go out for Chinese food at four o'clock in the morning: No one ever does it, but it's nice to know you could if you wanted to. Because the fact is, only 5% of sport-ute drivers actually take their vehicles off-road--but, you know, they can if they want to. Therein lies the paradox facing sport-utility designers. The dimensions of these vehicles--which are taller, wider, boxier and rougher-riding than sedans and coupes--clearly have off-roading in mind. But since most folks only drive them on paved roads, designers must consider other factors like ride smoothness, performance, styling, luxury amenities and overall comfort. Consequently, these big babies are rife with compromises. But it's obvious that buyers don't really care: Sport-utes continue to be the fastest-growing segment of the automotive market. Which brings us to the new-for-1996 Acura SLX--a luxury-equipped, new-and-improved version of the Isuzu Trooper, the best-selling import sport-ute ever. The Trooper is the second Isuzu vehicle scooped up by Honda Motor, which wanted a piece of the burgeoning sport-ute action faster than it could design and bring its own entry to market. First Honda inked a deal with Isuzu that rebadged the Isuzu Rodeo as a Honda Passport. Now, it's arranged for Isuzu to build the Trooper with an Acura nameplate--but not before sprucing it with some upmarket amenities. Which is saying something, since the Trooper is posh to begin with. Since the SLX is designed to compete with vehicles like the Range Rover and the new Lexus LX 450, most of these goodies--including 4-wheel drive--come standard, and our SLX Premium test model, with its $38,000 pricetag, features an exceptionally long list of standard equipment, which is listed in the data panel.
Acura
SLX
1997
1997 Acura SLX
Change vehicle or year
Expert Rating
Unavailable
Our expert ratings are based on seven comprehensive criteria: quality, safety, comfort, performance, fuel economy, reliability history and value.
Select a Trim Price: - From $35,300
1997 Base 4x4 Sport Utility
Select a Trim
1997 Base 4x4 Sport Utility
most popular
Menu
Select a Trim Price: - From $35,300
1997 Base 4x4 Sport Utility
Select a Trim
1997 Base 4x4 Sport Utility
most popular
Overview
Specs & Features
Highlights
Overall Crash Safety Rating
Not Available
Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque
3.2L V-6 / 190 HP / 188 ft.lbs.
Transmission
4-spd auto w/OD
Drive Type
Part-time Four-wheel
Fuel Economy - City/Highway/Combined
14 / 18 / 16 Mpg
Passenger Capacity
5
Bumper to Bumper Warranty
48 Months / 50,000 Miles
Mechanical Specs
Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque | 3.2L V-6 / 190 HP / 188 ft.lbs. |
Drive Type | Part-time Four-wheel |
Fuel Economy - City/Hwy/Combined | 14 / 18 / 16 Mpg |
Brakes | 4-wheel Disc |
Front Suspension | Double Wishbone |
Rear Suspension | Rigid Axle Multi-link |
Spare Tire And Wheel | Full-size Aluminum |
Fuel Tank | 22.5 Gal. |
Recommended Fuel Type | Regular Unleaded |
Average Cost To Fill Tank | $86 |
Dimensions & Capabilities
Maximum Cargo Volume | 90.2 Cu.ft. |
Passenger Volume | |
Exterior Length | 183.5 " |
Exterior Width | 72.2 " |
Exterior Height | 72.2 " |
Front Headroom | 39.8 " |
Rear Headroom | 39.8 " |
Front Legroom | 40.8 " |
Rear Legroom | 39.1 " |
Front Shoulder Room | 57.3 " |
Rear Shoulder Room | 57.3 " |
Front Hip Room | |
Rear Hip Room | |
Curb Weight | 4,315 Lbs. |
Wheel Base | 109 " |
Turning Radius | 19.0 ' |
Exterior Features
Door Count | 4 Doors |
Wheels | 16.0 " Silver Aluminum |
Paint | Lower Accent Two-tone |
Exterior Mirrors | Dual Power Remote Heated |
Bumpers | Colored With 2 Front Tow Hook(s) |
Grille Moldings | Body-colored |
Rear Spoiler | |
Exhaust | Stainless Steel |
Interior Features
Safety Features
Overall Crash Safety Rating |
Not Yet Available
|
Overall Front Crash Safety Rating |
Not Yet Available
|
Overall Side Crash Safety Rating |
Not Yet Available
|
Rollover Crash Safety Rating |
Not Yet Available
|
Front Impact Airbags | Driver And Passenger |
Driver Side Impact Airbags | |
Knee Airbag | |
Passenger Side Impact Airbag | |
Rear Side Airbag | |
Seatbelt Pretensioners | |
Anti-Lock Brakes | 4-wheel Anti-lock Brakes (abs) |
Forward Collision Warning | |
Blind Spot Sensor | |
Lane Departure Warning | |
Autonomous Cruise Control | |
Pedestrian Detection | |
Driver Attention Alert | |
Daytime Running Lights | |
Auto High Beams | |
Adaptive Headlights | |
Parking Sensors | |
Security Systems | Security System |
Panic Alarm | |
Ignition Disable | Immobilizer |
Warranty
Bumper To Bumper Months Miles | 48 Months / 50,000 Miles |
Major Components Months | 48 Months / 50,000 Miles |
Included Maintenance Months | |
Roadside Assistance Months | 48 Months / 50,000 Miles |
Corrosion Perforation | 60 Months / 100,000 Miles |
Accessories Months |
Used 1997 Acura SLX for Sale
We were unable to find any used Acura SLX vehicles within 50 miles of your ZIP code. You can expand your search criteria to find used listings on the inventory page using the button below.