The Acura SLX Premium for 1996: Improving on 1995
The restyled SLX Premium is equipped with a Isuzu 3.2-liter 6-cylinder engine that utilizes a total of 24 valves. The engine is paired with a Hydra-Matic 4-speed transmission. This configuration has proven to be a successful design for Acura.
The SLX uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. Steering is handled through a power-steering gear-style configuration. The truck uses torsion bar and coil springs front and rear respectively.
SLX Premium Statistics
The SLX is 183.50 inches long, 72.40 inches wide, and 72.20 inches high. It has a wheelbase of 108.70 inches. It is able to seat 5 comfortably.
The standard warranty period for the SLX is 60* months, or 50,000* miles, whichever comes first. The warranty also includes a warranty on the drivetrain for 36* months or 50,000* miles respectively. This is standard in the sport utility market. Extended warranties are also available through the dealer.
The listed retail price in 1996 (MSRP) was $33,900, with an invoice cost of an industry-average price. This price is slightly higher than the industry average price for a four-door Sport Utility.
Fuel Efficiency
The fuel system for the 1996 SLX is a Isuzu design, running on gasoline fuel. The fuel flow is regulated by a electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The storage 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 long-distance. Being a gas-powered non-green truck, this was subpar.
In Summary
The 1996 model year was unsuccessful for the Acura SLX. The introduction of several trim levels (along with the Premium version) meant that buyers had several options to choose from..
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