1998 Acura SLX
US · Special Purpose Vehicle 4WD
The 1998 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 Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.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
- 3.5L 6-cylinder (V-6)
- Transmission
- 4-speed automatic
- Drivetrain
- AWD
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- Economy
- 15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km) combined
Key Figures
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 3.5L 6-cylinder (V-6) | |
| Displacement | 3.5 L | |
| Cylinders | 6 | |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Automatic | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| Gears | 4 | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 13 mpg (18.1 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) |
Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Aspiration, Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.
Trims and configurations
1 configuration listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.
Recalls
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Last checked November 5, 2026.
98V180000: POWER TRAIN:TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE)
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES. THE TRANSFER GEARBOX FLANGE NUTS WERE NOT PROPERLY INSTALLED, CAUSING THE NUTS TO LOOSEN.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT FRONT AND REAR FLANGE NUTS AND, IF FOUND LOOSE, TIGHTEN TO SPECIFIED TORQUE AND SECURED STAKED AT TWO PLACES.
Reported August 3, 1998. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 9, 2026 · US Government public data
- NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 19, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: November 9, 2026
Data verified: November 9, 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
- 1999 Acura SLX
SUV, Gasoline
3.5L 6-cylinder (V-6) · AWD
15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km) - 1997 Acura SLX
Gasoline
3.2L 6-cylinder ((FFS)) · AWD
15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km) to 14 mpg (16.8 L/100 km)
Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 1998 Acura SLX have?
3.5L 6-cylinder (V-6). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 1998 Acura SLX?
Combined fuel economy is 15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Is the 1998 Acura SLX front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: AWD.
Are there recalls for the 1998 Acura SLX?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year (last checked November 5, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.