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1997 Acura SLX

US · Special Purpose Vehicles

The 1997 Acura SLX is listed in the US market with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.

Engine
3.2L 6-cylinder ((FFS))
Power
Not available
Torque
Not available
Transmission
Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
Drivetrain
AWD
Fuel
Gasoline
Seating
Not available
Generic outline. Published dimensions for this vehicle are not available.
Specifications at a Glance

Key Performance & Dimensions

Units:
Engine / Powertrain
3.2L 6-cylinder ((FFS))
Power Output
Not available
Peak Torque
Not available
Combined Economy
Not available
Drivetrain
AWD
Transmission
Not available
Capacity
Not available
Exterior Dimensions
Not available
Market: US·Switch units anytime to convert horsepower, torque, fuel economy, and dimensions.
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Engine

Engine
SpecificationValueSource
Engine3.2L 6-cylinder ((FFS))
Displacement3.2 L
Cylinders6
Fuel typeGasoline

Not available from our sources: Aspiration, Power, Torque.

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
SpecificationValueSource
TransmissionVaries by configuration: Automatic, Manual
Gears4 to 5
DrivetrainAWD

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
SpecificationValueSource
Combined15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km) to 14 mpg (16.8 L/100 km)
City14 mpg (16.8 L/100 km) to 13 mpg (18.1 L/100 km)
Highway17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km)

Not available from our sources: Electric range, Battery capacity.

Trims and configurations

2 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.

Recalls

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked October 20, 2026.

  • 97V092002: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

    THE LEFT FRONT BRAKE LINES WERE INSTALLED IMPROPERLY AT THE ASSEMBLY LINE RESULTING IN INSUFFICIENT CLEARANCE BETWEEN THE BRAKE LINE AND AN UPPER CONTROL ARM OF THE SUSPENSION.

    Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE CLEARANCE BETWEEN THE BRAKE LINE AND THE UPPER CONTROL ARM. IF THE CLEARANCE IS NOT ACCORDING TO SPECIFICATIONS, THE BRAKE LINE WILL BE REPLACED.

    Reported June 3, 1997. View on NHTSA

  • 97V035002: SUSPENSION

    THESE VEHICLES WERE MANUFACTURED WITHOUT A LOCK WASHER AND/OR SCREWS IN THE FRONT HUB.

    Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE FRONT HUBS TO DETERMINE IF THE LOCK WASHER AND SCREWS WERE PROPERLY INSTALLED. IF NOT, THEY WILL MAKE THE NECESSARY REPAIRS.

    Reported March 11, 1997. View on NHTSA

Data sources

  • EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 19, 2026 · US Government public data
  • NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 19, 2026 · US Government public data

Source checked: October 19, 2026

Data verified: October 20, 2026

Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.

Related vehicles

  • 3.2L 6-cylinder ((FFS)) · AWD
    15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km) to 14 mpg (16.8 L/100 km)

  • 3.5L 6-cylinder (V-6) · AWD
    15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km)

Frequently asked questions

What engine does the 1997 Acura SLX have?

3.2L 6-cylinder ((FFS)). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

What is the fuel economy of the 1997 Acura SLX?

Combined fuel economy is 15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km) to 14 mpg (16.8 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

Is the 1997 Acura SLX front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: AWD.

Are there recalls for the 1997 Acura SLX?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked October 20, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.