2016 Acura ILX Speaker Sizes

The 2016 Acura ILX factory audio system features specific mounting locations for various audio components. The dashboard and rear deck lid accommodate 3 inch speakers, while the front door panel and rear door panel support 6.5 inch units. Additionally, the front door panel accepts a 1 inch speaker size, and the rear deck lid can accommodate an 8 inch speaker size. Compatible speaker types for replacement and upgrade include tweeters, full-range units, midbass, and woofers.

Specific details regarding locations, speaker sizes, and types are outlined in the compatibility chart.

Speaker Details by Location
Location Size Type Notes
Dashboard 3 Full-Range
  • Requires panel disassembly
  • Medium replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: medium
Front Door Panel 6.5 Midbass / Full-Range
  • Standard installation
  • High replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: low
Front Door Panel 1 Tweeter
  • Standard installation
  • High replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: low
Rear Deck Lid 8 Woofer
  • Access through trunk
  • Medium replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: low
Rear Deck Lid 3 Full-Range
  • Access through trunk
  • Medium replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: low
Rear Door Panel 6.5 Midbass / Full-Range
  • Standard installation
  • Medium replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: low

2016 Acura ILX Speaker Replacement Summary

6 total positions
5 easy to replace
2 high priority
0 professional only

Replacement difficulty:

Low: 5 Medium: 1 High: 0

Replacement priority:

High: 2 Medium: 4 Low: 0

2016 Acura ILX Radio Slot Size (DIN)

DIN Type Size (inch) Size (mm) Notes
Single DIN 7"×2" 180×50 Standard size for basic car radios with small display or no display
  • Always measure the slot before purchasing a new radio
  • Check slot depth - it may vary

Additional Notes

  • The 2016 Acura ILX incorporates a multi-speaker configuration with dedicated tweeters in the front door panels, suggesting a component-based audio architecture rather than a purely coaxial system.
  • Dashboard and rear deck lid positions each accommodate 3-inch full-range drivers, which typically handle mid-frequency reproduction in factory audio systems.
  • Both front and rear door panels accept 6.5-inch speakers compatible with either midbass or full-range designs, offering flexibility in aftermarket replacement strategies depending on whether the stock tweeters are retained or replaced.
  • An 8-inch woofer location in the rear deck lid indicates factory provision for low-frequency extension, which may influence subwoofer upgrade decisions based on existing bass output.
  • Replacing the front door panel tweeters and 6.5-inch drivers could address high-frequency clarity and midrange detail, as these positions directly impact soundstage imaging from the front of the cabin.
  • The single DIN radio specification constrains head unit replacement options to standard-height chassis or adapter solutions, potentially affecting integration with aftermarket processors or amplifiers.
  • Component speaker systems would align well with the existing tweeter placement in the front doors, potentially requiring only midbass driver replacement to maintain the separated high and low frequency architecture.
  • Rear door panel speakers might be considered secondary priorities in staged upgrades, as front soundstage typically contributes more significantly to perceived audio quality in most listening positions.
  • The 8-inch rear deck woofer could function as a bass foundation that bridges the gap between door speakers and dedicated subwoofer installations, particularly if upgraded to a higher-quality unit.