The SLX Premium is equipped with a Isuzu 3.2 liter six-cylinder engine that utilizes 24 valves. The engine is mated to a Hydra-Matic 4-speed Transmission. This configuration has proven to be a successful design for Acura.

The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. Steering is handled through a power-steering gear-style configuration. The SLX uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. Load balancing is provided by torsion bar front springs and coil in the rear.

Vehicle Statistics

The SLX is 183.50 inches long, 72.20 inches wide, and 72.20 inches high. It has a wheelbase of 108.70 inches. It is able to seat 5 comfortably.

There is a 50,000 mile, 48 month warranty with this vehicle, including a powertrain warranty of 50,000/48 miles/months. This is normal for this price range.

The listed retail price in 1997 (MSRP) was $35,300, with a dealer invoice cost of $30,833. This price is on target the industry average price for a four-door Sport Utility.

Fuel Efficiency

The fuel system for the 1997 SLX is a traditional Isuzu, running on gasoline fuel. The fuel is controlled by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The capacity of the fuel tank is 22.50 gallons.

The SLX Premium received a miles-per-gallon rating of fourteen in-city driving and eighteen when it came to highway driving. Being a gas-powered non-hybrid truck, this was exceptional.

We Think...

There are several reasons why the Acura SLX Premium sold well in 1997. Mainly the increase in availability and a marked improvement in quality meant the buying public was more apt to choose a Acura, specifically a SLX.

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