Acura VIN Decoder and Build Sheet Lookup

Your Acura VIN holds the blueprint to your vehicle’s factory build.

Use the decoder below to instantly identify the model year, engine specs, and transmission type. Our tool also helps verify authentic trim levels, such as A Spec or Type S; and factory packages like Technology or Advance, ensuring you know exactly how your Acura was configured at the plant.

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Article By: Dale Ogden

Dale Ogden is the founder of Check Your Spec and a trusted automotive expert with more than 20 years of experience in vehicle valuations, forecasting, and asset management. He previously served as a Forecast Manager at CAP HPI – the UK’s leading vehicle valuation authority the UK’s leading vehicle valuation authority, widely regarded as a counterpart to Kelley Blue Book. Dale helped pioneer early electric vehicle depreciation models adopted by major manufacturers, and his work has contributed residual value forecasts across more than 10,000 vehicles. Today, his practical, data led insights support buyers, enthusiasts, and automotive professionals around the world.

What is an Acura VIN?

Think of your Acura VIN as your car’s secret handshake. It’s a 17 character code made up of numbers and letters, and no two Acuras in the world share the same one.

The VIN tells Acura’s whole backstory: where it was built, which engine is under the hood, what safety features it left the factory with, and even which trim level it started life as.

When you pop that code into a decoder, it’s like opening your Acura’s build sheet. Suddenly, you’re not just looking at a TLX or an RDX; you’re seeing the exact combination of specs and features that make your Acura unique. It’s a quick way to separate a base model from one with the Technology Package, or to confirm if that MDX really did come with SH-AWD from the factory.

What is an Acura Build Sheet?

An Acura build sheet is a factory record of how a specific Acura was originally configured when it left the assembly plant. Using the vehicle’s VIN, it reveals the exact trim level and packages such as Technology Package, A Spec, Advance Package, or Type S, along with drivetrain details like SH AWD, engine specifications, transmission type, and factory installed options. It also confirms exterior paint color and paint codes, interior trim and upholstery, wheel design, roof options, and premium features such as ELS Studio audio and AcuraWatch safety systems.

For buyers and owners, an Acura build sheet provides a clear snapshot of the vehicle’s original equipment and factory configuration. It helps verify that the trim and packages match the seller’s description, confirms premium features, and ensures the vehicle has not been misrepresented. Whether you’re researching an MDX, RDX, TLX, Integra, or NSX, a VIN based Acura build sheet lookup gives you accurate factory specifications so you know exactly what the vehicle was built with.

Decoding Acura Trims: From A-Spec to Type S

Acura trim levels and option packages define how a vehicle is equipped from the factory, while build data tied to the VIN identifies the exact configuration of that specific vehicle. Unlike some brands that rely heavily on individual option codes, Acura typically bundles features into clearly named trims and packages, making it easier to understand what equipment is included.

Most Acura models are offered in structured trims such as Base, Technology Package, A Spec Package, Advance Package, and performance focused Type S variants. These trims determine the vehicle’s luxury level, technology, safety features, drivetrain configuration such as SH AWD, interior materials, and styling enhancements. For example, the Technology Package often adds navigation and ELS Studio audio, the A Spec Package introduces sport styling and interior upgrades, and the Advance Package includes premium comfort features like ventilated seats, surround view camera systems, and upgraded driver assistance technology.

How To Find Your Acura Trim Level

The easiest way to confirm your Acura’s exact trim level is by running the VIN through the decoder above. Acura organizes features into clearly defined packages such as Technology Package, A Spec, Advance Package, and Type S, so a VIN lookup reveals the factory configuration the vehicle was built with. Once you enter the 17 character VIN, the decoder identifies the model, model year, drivetrain such as SH AWD or front wheel drive, and key equipment tied to the trim package.

Your VIN can be found on the dashboard at the base of the windshield on the driver side, inside the driver door jamb, or on your registration and insurance documents.

While visual cues can offer hints, such as black exterior accents on A Spec trims or luxury comfort features in Advance Package models, the VIN decoder provides the most accurate confirmation.

Acura Option And Package Decoder

Acura Option Code Decoder

Paste Acura option and package codes from a listing, window sticker, or build sheet. This tool translates codes into readable equipment.

Acura option code decoder

Use spaces, commas, slashes, or new lines.
Some codes vary by year and market.

Example: P01 means Technology Package.

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Option codes help confirm packages. A VIN check can verify equipment, flags, and key history details.

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Tip: click any code in the results to copy it.

Code lookup

Search the full list by code or keyword. Useful when you have one code and want a quick definition.

Example Codes

Notes: Paint codes are usually shown like NH-830P. This tool supports NH-830P, NH 830P, and NH830P styles.

Acura package codes Expand

P01 Technology Package
P02 Entertainment Package
P03 A Spec Package
P04 Advance Package
P05 Premium Package

Notes: Package names can vary by model year and trim. Always confirm with the window sticker or build sheet for your exact Acura.

Acura infotainment and audio codes Expand

ELS ELS premium audio system
NAV Navigation system
HUD Head up display
CAA Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
BT Bluetooth hands free and audio streaming
USB USB audio interface

Notes: Some listings shorten features into internal dealer codes. If a code is not recognized, paste it into the decoder and add it to your unknown list.

Acura comfort and convenience codes Expand

B7 Heated front seats
B8 Heated rear seats
U2 Heated steering wheel
VTS Ventilated front seats
KS1 Keyless access
RMT Remote engine start
M1 Moonroof
MEM Driver seat memory
PWR Power tailgate

Notes: Heated and ventilated seating availability depends on trim and package.

Acura safety and driver assistance codes Expand

S1 Adaptive cruise control
S2 Lane keeping assist
BSI Blind spot information
CMBS Collision mitigation braking system
RDM Road departure mitigation
FCW Forward collision warning
LDW Lane departure warning

Notes: These features are often bundled under AcuraWatch on many models, but exact content varies by year.

Acura parking and camera codes Expand

CAM Multi view rear camera
PSS Parking sensors
360 Surround view camera

Notes: Some listings use a simple numeric shorthand for surround view. If your listing uses a different code, add it to the decoder list.

Acura exterior and utility codes Expand

X1 Tow package
RLS Roof rails
PWG Power liftgate
AS A Spec exterior styling

Notes: Tow equipment differs by model. Some trims have wiring prep only.

Acura paint and trim codes Expand

Acura paint identifiers are often shown as a paint code on the door jamb label or the build sheet. If you have your exact paint code, add it to this list.

NH Paint code prefix commonly used on Honda Acura labels
NHP Pearl finish indicator used on some labels
BLK Black exterior color indicator
WHT White exterior color indicator
SLV Silver exterior color indicator
GRY Gray exterior color indicator
RED Red exterior color indicator
BLU Blue exterior color indicator

Notes: Paint entries above are placeholders for common listing shorthand. For a true Acura paint match, use the door jamb paint code.

Acura TLX, MDX, and RDX option codes

Option Code	TLX	MDX	RDX	Description
P01	✔	✔	✔	Technology Package (nav, premium audio, AcuraWatch)
P02	—	✔	—	Entertainment Package (rear-seat entertainment, MDX only)
P03	✔	✔	✔	A-Spec Package (sport styling, sport seats, wheels)
P06	✔	✔	✔	Advance Package (ventilated seats, premium leather, safety tech)
P07	✔	✔	✔	ELS Studio Premium Audio
P08	—	✔	✔	Roof Rails / Crossbars
P09	—	✔	—	MDX Special Edition Package
NH / NHP	✔	✔	✔	Exterior Paint / Pearl Paint
G1	✔	✔	✔	Leather Interior
N3	✔	✔	✔	Interior Color / Leather Trim
B7	✔	✔	✔	Heated Front Seats
B8	—	✔	—	Heated Rear Seats
U2	✔	✔	✔	Heated Steering Wheel
A3	✔	✔	✔	Remote Engine Start
K1	✔	✔	✔	Cargo Tray / Accessories
L1	—	✔	—	Power Folding 3rd Row
V1	✔	✔	✔	Navigation System Upgrade
V3	✔	✔	✔	AcuraLink / Telematics
S1	✔	✔	✔	Adaptive Cruise Control
S2	✔	✔	✔	Lane Keeping Assist / Road Departure Mitigation
T1	✔	✔	✔	Parking Sensors / Rearview Camera
T2	✔	✔	✔	360° Camera / Advanced Parking Aid
X1	✔	✔	✔	Trailer Hitch Prep / Tow Package
H1	✔	✔	✔	Cargo Cover / Sunshade
E1	✔	✔	✔	Fog Lights Upgrade
C1	✔	✔	✔	Cold Weather Package
M1	✔	✔	✔	Moonroof / Panoramic Roof