A lot of people forget to put the transmission in “S” mode. It’s right on the drive button. Just press it again while driving and you’ll get better response from the trans in both manual and auto
The Tiger Eye is the best looking color on this car, and that Orchid interior color makes the perfect color combo. Probably one of the best looking colors on any car.
They’ll be doing this to anyone who didnt pre order a vehicle. Plus most dealerships only have demo cars right now, in which they have to hold for 60 days.
Search around to every acura dealer until you find one that won't upcharge or not so much. You just have to be ready to fly or get it delivered, which I think is worth it. Your ready to buy, they want to sell.
My dealership said they have all been accounted for for the next 4 ish months. He did say that their specific dealer rarely raises prices above msrp, because they’re one of the top Acura dealers. I’m extremely close with the owners of the dealership and they told me they’d put me on a list if I wanted to get one. I can get the next wave at the msrp price, or even cheaper with a discount :)
@@Sleepyboiwonder yeah with a car this anticipated and limited im not surprised. Im sure they can still sell out for 70k a piece. I highly doubt you can get a discount on it unless they had them sitting. I think you know what you should do (get on that list)!
Although I do miss the days when Acura cars actually had names like "Legend" and "Integra", this is one sweet looking car! Thanks for the in depth review.
A lot of people complain about the weight but I don’t plan on tracking mines when my order comes in. My theory is that the extra weight means that the car is Very stable, stiff, and was built to last. That extra weight is all in the frame.
I agree 100%, I rather put my money on a car that is safe, stable, stiff, have some performance when you need it, holds value, great looks and built to last than just putting higher turbo PSI pressure and saving weight just to impress 0-60mph drag time. Acura went with reliability, less maintenance and longevity compared to German rivals...but if that's not your thing, nothing wrong with it as well...I love German cars as well...But honestly, I mean how often do you really floor and go all out in the real world daily driving. How many of us really go tracks on their luxury sport sedans...most of us pay money to drive luxury brands, just wants to feel good about their cars, and take care of it. This car was never meant to be a track car, neither are Audi S4 and BMW M340. Acura is just showing what they do best on this Type-S model. If you want more, NSX is a proof Acura can build super cars as well and very good at it..
@@daking8374 Not to mentioned, TLX is the only flagship sedan Acura offers and larger, luxurious than all the competitors. Other competitors are entry level at there respectable brands. Aside from Kia Stinger of course. Bigger doesn’t mean better, but it makes you feel you are getting more for your money and that’s what Acura did here
I have this color & have had it for 3 months & I've been enjoying it, also I get people blowing the horn plus pulling along side me asking me what color it is
This is how I would rank all cars in this segment: 1. BMW M340i 2. Mercedes AMG C43 3. Genesis G70 3.3T 4. Acura TLX Type S 5. Audi S4 6. Infiniti Q50 Red Sport 400
BMW 340i X-drive definitely provides a lot more performance, no doubt. But one thing many of you reviewers fail to point out, is reliability, resale value, and cost of ownership, which should be a HUGE factor in deciding what to buy, and Acura blows the beamer out of the water in those very important categories. That Type S is overbuilt with, for starters, an engine with forged internals. You can flog it all day and it will remain reliable for many years with little to no problems. The BMW on the other hand...well, let's just say it's a lease car. In other words, you want nothing to do with it after the first few years or when the warranty expires. The Acura is a car to actually own and rely on.
You should update some of your information before making a purchase. Acura and Honda have had some well-documented reliability problems over the last few years, with several class-action lawsuits filed (Google them). The BMW B58 engine in this BMW was been widely regarded as reliable as it's the same engine used in the Toyota Supra. No one knows what the long-term reliability will be for this car. If you like what it offers, that's great. However, using dubious 'facts' to justify one's opinion is a really bad idea.
You should’ve put Sport + with the gear at S instead of D. Make a new video like that, having the gear on S and Sport +. I wanna see if there’s a difference.
This is something all these car reviewer fail to mention how garbage all the German and US brands are. Those are literal junk that cost thousands of dollars in repairs after 6 months of ownership. There is a reason they say the only thing more expensive than a new BMW is a used BMW.
@MilesPerHr You needed to switch the transmission to "Sport" mode by pressing The D/S drive button again. An "S" will show on the dash. Only in Sport mode is the sequential shifting available.
The Type-S has a lot of value in it's pricing. One wonders how much it's weight affects a slowness as compared to it's rivals. Also, it's been pointed out that the transmission shifts more slowly in manual mode versus it's auto-sport mode. As you, many have also pointed out the short-shift "feature" that selects the next higher gear before redline is reached. I believe a tcu reflash will cure that, just as an ecu reflash to get the power closer to 400bhp, if the brakes can tolerate it. Or, just buy a BMW 240i x-drive. Problems solved.
They should have made the car lighter and shorter. With the length of the car as it is, they could have at least made the rear seats more comfortable with more leg room. Honestly, the interior of the new Honda Civic looks more modern.
You have to put the transmission on S mode if you want to manual shift. It will allow you to get much closer to red line before the computer takes over.
Hopefully the 2023 model will have a H.U.D, rear charging ports, rear heated seats and a power tilt telescopic steering wheel. I think it should all just be one complete package without having to sacrifice the v6 just to get these features in the smaller engine. Also some wireless apple carplay and android auto. I mean you can get the accord, they just gotta believe in themselves! Nice review miles, great as always keepin it light and fun. Also I forgot to mention they should go ahead and put that touch screen in there, let people have the option to use the touch pad.......Ok im finished, I think I let it all out. 😌
yeah ? and do you want them to charge 10k more ? the TLX 2.0 Turbo and Type S both undercut the competitors BY a large % . The Type S is 10k USD cheaper than the S4 , 13k USD cheaper than the bmw m340i and 5k cheaper than the lexus IS , and similiar money to the genesis g70 but the g70 has a much more basic interior material cost and layout .
I did a test drive on this car yesterday. The chassis feels great, it doesn't feel like it's heavy even though it is. It's more rigid, and the suspension and SH-AWD are a bit better than my old 2018 TLX. But I dislike the powerplant. It just has too much turbo lag, not enough power for the weight of the car, doesn't rev high. It has a very rubber-band-like feel to it. I'd love this car with the old naturally aspirated 3.5 V6 in it. Or maybe with an electric motor on top to compensate for the turbo lag or something, like the NSX ... Either way, I'm not gonna be buying it, particularly not over MSRP. It's a disappointment ...
Acura lied about that 0-60 time it's wrong. The Type S does not have a 4.5 second 0-60. Plenty of videos showing 5.2 seconds in dragys & the Type S gets gapped by the S4 & the Genesis G70 which has 0-60 times as 4.4 seconds & 4.5 seconds respectively. It's a shame that Acura has resorted to lying.
@@RaY_77W S4 has a 0-60 time of 4.4 which Audi claimed when it came out though a few car mags got 4.3 seconds & the C43 is 4.2 secs & it beats the S4 in drag races. The awd G70 trim is 4.5 secs, Genesis claims this & the rwd is 4.7 sec which are the numbers that car & driver got as well, so did other mags. The G70 isn't 4.2 seconds because it sometimes barely loses to the Q50 which has a manufacturer 0-60 time of 4.5 seconds.
in this segment its not all about horsepower dude. its a genuinely nice, big luxury car with a bumping audio system that happens to handle good and have a sporty engine.
I am sorry that all you guys test drive the TLX Type S, not one of you seem to know that there are 2 USBs 2- 12 volts plus the wireless charging, why do many of you forget the 12 volt by the front passenger knee? Not one of the many reviewers seem to mention it. maybe the next time you will. I am looking and listening. Thanks for otherwise stellar reviews
Awesome review ever milesperhr, this 21 Acura TLX Type S is a fun to drive ultamite japanese performance sports sedan ever, with a twin turbo V6 under the hood.😁😁❤💯👍👍
@@fry.master "reliable " , theirs a reason why toyota and honda post 2000's always have the most conservative power outputs , they go for reliability . This isn't a GTR or bmw m3 compeitior . This is 14k usd less than the bmw m340i , 10k cheaper than the audi S4 , etc etc and more reliable. This is a comfortable daily driver and some highway power. Theirs a reason it weighs 300lb more than its competitors , it has more NHV materials for sound deadening , and more room.
You know not complain too much but 10 mins just looking through the windshield at the road is getting boring in these reviews. Some shots from it on the street actually going down the road would be worlds better.
Right? If I bought one I would be going straight to the wrap shop pulling out of the dealership lol I love when subtle things like that or when you tell people, they’re not thinking it’s gonna change anything but then makes all the difference when looking at it completed
Heaviest, least power & Slowest in its class. A foot longer than all its competitors yet it almost has the smallest rear leg room. 34.9" is a joke for a car the size of a boat
I test drove this car a couple of weeks ago. It's pretty effing awesome, but one thing that concerns me is the blind spot monitoring system. It only works over a certain speed (40 mph, I think), and moreover the warning indicator is not where you think it's going to be. Apparently, Acura engineers believe its location on the interior of the cabin falls within the driver's peripheral vision. Uh-uh, it doesn't. I almost got into an accident on my test drive because of this. I think my salesman crapped his pants! Lol!
@@Wh-3 I'm sure you'd get used to the blind spot monitoring location. It wasn't a deal breaker for me, but I ended up going with a different brand for other reasons.
33:29 I have both TLX Type-S and MDX, I don't think TLX Type-S is quiet, it's actually very noisy, like a Civic. But MDX is incredibly quite on the other hand.
Man, these tires still known for wearing out quickly? Pretty sure it’s the same Pir. that came on my S550 performance package and they were gone a lot quicker than imagined. Think I was just under or just got to 10k miles before switching
It's a shame that it doesn't have a CD player. Most people who can afford the car have CDs and might not be interested in paying to play music they already own!
I think you meant the "TL Type-S" in the beginning. There was no previous TLX model. As an owner of a TSX, I can understand how the model names are confusing.
The Orchid interior is effing gorgeous. But how to keep it clean? I mean, you can never, ever wear blue jeans in this car. Does Acura offer seat protectors for this beetch?
I can't stop driving my 2005 Acura TL but the 2021 Acura TLX is completely different. It's not a "Sport Sedan" (D-segment). It's a large executive car (E-segment) and feels large inside and out. Consumer Reports gave the 2021 TLX a Road Test score of 67 and an overall score of 56. Those are not good numbers. The seats hurt your back. The trackpad infotainment is hard to use.
One thing I can wholeheartedly disagree with is that the seats do NOT hurt your back. Also it's a heavy car but it disguises it's weight well. Don't let consumer reports make u miss out on a good thing. Worth a test drive. (Agree about infotainment)
@@joeblacc8573 I drove the 2021 TLX for 4 days. #1. The seats have something inside them for lumbar support that jab into your back a bit and the lumbar support controls do not allow that to be reversed. #2. It's 75" wide. That's too wide to feel sporty. It's the same width as the Acura RDX SUV. #3. The trackpad infotainment is very hard to use. After about an hour of driving it each day I really wanted to get out of it.
@@scottscott5827 As an owner of the vehicle I haven't had any issues. Could be an issue with that specific one. Seats fit me fine at 6'0 190lbs. And the infotainment controls are definitely the worst I've ever used. We agree there.
I love the car...unfortunately it passed the big bottle test. I was hoping that it would force people to carry a reasonable sized bottle 🤣🤣🤣 Fortunately people who buy sugary sodas won't have a place to put it; but then again if they are buying large sugary sodas they will likely need an SUV.
5:40 but it’s still FWD based with 59/41 weight distribution, even with its battery in the trunk. And it’s 4300 lbs with 10 gears. LOL what a flop by Acura.
Why everybody keep talking about tlx type S, And nobody talk about DMX type we know even not coming now yet ,but a lot of people want to know about it , I just bought a DMX 2022 and I'm waiting for the Dmx type S come out to trade in , And nobody talking about when the DMX type S coming out and my detail about it
This car is so underrated especially in this color it's gorgeous, idk why I've never seen one on the road
A lot of people forget to put the transmission in “S” mode. It’s right on the drive button. Just press it again while driving and you’ll get better response from the trans in both manual and auto
Hey man! Is this true if so how did u find out/verify this. Just got the car myself
@@brana1646 He does it at the start of the video. Weren't you paying attention?
@@MiniatureMasterClass no, he's driving on D mode all the time.
the D button has an S on it as well ..for both modes
@@brana1646
Your driving skills are very good. You're keeping the car in the lines which helps the audience recognize the performance of this vehicle.
Thank you!
The Tiger Eye is the best looking color on this car, and that Orchid interior color makes the perfect color combo. Probably one of the best looking colors on any car.
Went to my local dealership ready to buy. They wanted 10k on top of unnecessary addons totaling up to 70k. Yea, ill pass.
They’ll be doing this to anyone who didnt pre order a vehicle. Plus most dealerships only have demo cars right now, in which they have to hold for 60 days.
For half that, get an STI.
Search around to every acura dealer until you find one that won't upcharge or not so much. You just have to be ready to fly or get it delivered, which I think is worth it. Your ready to buy, they want to sell.
My dealership said they have all been accounted for for the next 4 ish months. He did say that their specific dealer rarely raises prices above msrp, because they’re one of the top Acura dealers. I’m extremely close with the owners of the dealership and they told me they’d put me on a list if I wanted to get one. I can get the next wave at the msrp price, or even cheaper with a discount :)
@@Sleepyboiwonder yeah with a car this anticipated and limited im not surprised. Im sure they can still sell out for 70k a piece. I highly doubt you can get a discount on it unless they had them sitting. I think you know what you should do (get on that list)!
Good job Acura on making this car 🔥🔥🔥🔥
Now if you could actually get one🤬
@@300zxdriver is 10K over msrp worth it?
@@18escamill No
@@18escamill I’m paying msrp
@@300zxdriver my local dealer is asking 10K above msrp. Sense like nonsense.
Although I do miss the days when Acura cars actually had names like "Legend" and "Integra", this is one sweet looking car! Thanks for the in depth review.
It'd be crazy if Acura brought the Integra name back....
@@cwise610 ur wish has been granted lol
@@cwise610thoughts now?
@@1HOKAG3 It's crazy they brought the Integra name back for that
A lot of people complain about the weight but I don’t plan on tracking mines when my order comes in. My theory is that the extra weight means that the car is Very stable, stiff, and was built to last. That extra weight is all in the frame.
I agree 100%, I rather put my money on a car that is safe, stable, stiff, have some performance when you need it, holds value, great looks and built to last than just putting higher turbo PSI pressure and saving weight just to impress 0-60mph drag time. Acura went with reliability, less maintenance and longevity compared to German rivals...but if that's not your thing, nothing wrong with it as well...I love German cars as well...But honestly, I mean how often do you really floor and go all out in the real world daily driving. How many of us really go tracks on their luxury sport sedans...most of us pay money to drive luxury brands, just wants to feel good about their cars, and take care of it. This car was never meant to be a track car, neither are Audi S4 and BMW M340. Acura is just showing what they do best on this Type-S model. If you want more, NSX is a proof Acura can build super cars as well and very good at it..
@@TheProstaff85 mic drop lol
@@TheProstaff85 not to mention it looks better than it’s competitors
@@daking8374 Not to mentioned, TLX is the only flagship sedan Acura offers and larger, luxurious than all the competitors. Other competitors are entry level at there respectable brands. Aside from Kia Stinger of course. Bigger doesn’t mean better, but it makes you feel you are getting more for your money and that’s what Acura did here
Extra weight is the 4wd system, you goofball
Awesome review! Also should be noted that the strut brace is removable very easily in case you need a full pass through for cargo.
Thank you! Got it 😁👍
Dang!!!!!!! That's One Clean & Sexy Looking Acura TLX Sedan. I Totally Love The Gold Color. It's My Dream Car For Sure.
The most thorough Type S review yet. Well done.
Glad you liked it!
I have this color & have had it for 3 months & I've been enjoying it, also I get people blowing the horn plus pulling along side me asking me what color it is
This is how I would rank all cars in this segment:
1. BMW M340i
2. Mercedes AMG C43
3. Genesis G70 3.3T
4. Acura TLX Type S
5. Audi S4
6. Infiniti Q50 Red Sport 400
Owh The TLX is Midsize Sedan
@@rakhsiprayogo82 yeah but the price is like a compact and the interior space and luxury is like a compact
@@kristians2704 Yup it is But TLX is Midsize Sedan The ILX is Compact Sedan
Exactly
The Kia Stinger & the Cadillac CT5 V6tt is in this segment.
BMW 340i X-drive definitely provides a lot more performance, no doubt. But one thing many of you reviewers fail to point out, is reliability, resale value, and cost of ownership, which should be a HUGE factor in deciding what to buy, and Acura blows the beamer out of the water in those very important categories. That Type S is overbuilt with, for starters, an engine with forged internals. You can flog it all day and it will remain reliable for many years with little to no problems. The BMW on the other hand...well, let's just say it's a lease car. In other words, you want nothing to do with it after the first few years or when the warranty expires. The Acura is a car to actually own and rely on.
You should update some of your information before making a purchase. Acura and Honda have had some well-documented reliability problems over the last few years, with several class-action lawsuits filed (Google them). The BMW B58 engine in this BMW was been widely regarded as reliable as it's the same engine used in the Toyota Supra.
No one knows what the long-term reliability will be for this car. If you like what it offers, that's great. However, using dubious 'facts' to justify one's opinion is a really bad idea.
the blue looks 10000000000% better than the gold loll
You should’ve put Sport + with the gear at S instead of D. Make a new video like that, having the gear on S and Sport +. I wanna see if there’s a difference.
Not to mention, the TLX (Honda/Acura) has better reliability than any of the other cars mentioned.
This is something all these car reviewer fail to mention how garbage all the German and US brands are. Those are literal junk that cost thousands of dollars in repairs after 6 months of ownership. There is a reason they say the only thing more expensive than a new BMW is a used BMW.
@MilesPerHr You needed to switch the transmission to "Sport" mode by pressing The D/S drive button again. An "S" will show on the dash. Only in Sport mode is the sequential shifting available.
The Type-S has a lot of value in it's pricing. One wonders how much it's weight affects a slowness as compared to it's rivals. Also, it's been pointed out that the transmission shifts more slowly in manual mode versus it's auto-sport mode. As you, many have also pointed out the short-shift "feature" that selects the next higher gear before redline is reached. I believe a tcu reflash will cure that, just as an ecu reflash to get the power closer to 400bhp, if the brakes can tolerate it. Or, just buy a BMW 240i x-drive. Problems solved.
If you’re looking for maximum value, get the Accord 2.0 Touring.
They should have made the car lighter and shorter. With the length of the car as it is, they could have at least made the rear seats more comfortable with more leg room. Honestly, the interior of the new Honda Civic looks more modern.
you can't compare this to smaller cars like the 2 series . . .this is sized almost like a 5 series
You have to put the transmission on S mode if you want to manual shift. It will allow you to get much closer to red line before the computer takes over.
Someone told me is slower than a G70 3.3T and Audi S4…that’s what I heard. 😎
There's a drag race on RUclips and the G70 smoked it. But, the Type S is significantly heavier.
True
I see what you did there 😂
Time for the MDXS!!!
Hopefully the 2023 model will have a H.U.D, rear charging ports, rear heated seats and a power tilt telescopic steering wheel. I think it should all just be one complete package without having to sacrifice the v6 just to get these features in the smaller engine. Also some wireless apple carplay and android auto. I mean you can get the accord, they just gotta believe in themselves! Nice review miles, great as always keepin it light and fun.
Also I forgot to mention they should go ahead and put that touch screen in there, let people have the option to use the touch pad.......Ok im finished, I think I let it all out. 😌
yeah ? and do you want them to charge 10k more ? the TLX 2.0 Turbo and Type S both undercut the competitors BY a large % . The Type S is 10k USD cheaper than the S4 , 13k USD cheaper than the bmw m340i and 5k cheaper than the lexus IS , and similiar money to the genesis g70 but the g70 has a much more basic interior material cost and layout .
@@cornholioyo725 Nah They dont have to 🤷♂️
@@professor_goodfeels so how will they make money ? its a business bruh
@@cornholioyo725 Im not really interested, I just want what I want, I keep life simple and easy, focus on my goal and achieve it.
@@professor_goodfeels great to hear good advice
This color is amazing.
I’m getting the apex blue.
@@300zxdriver its between those two. Love the blue.
Stellar In-D review of the Acura TLX. Thanks, MPH
Thank you!
I did a test drive on this car yesterday.
The chassis feels great, it doesn't feel like it's heavy even though it is. It's more rigid, and the suspension and SH-AWD are a bit better than my old 2018 TLX. But I dislike the powerplant. It just has too much turbo lag, not enough power for the weight of the car, doesn't rev high. It has a very rubber-band-like feel to it. I'd love this car with the old naturally aspirated 3.5 V6 in it. Or maybe with an electric motor on top to compensate for the turbo lag or something, like the NSX ... Either way, I'm not gonna be buying it, particularly not over MSRP. It's a disappointment ...
Acura lied about that 0-60 time it's wrong. The Type S does not have a 4.5 second 0-60. Plenty of videos showing 5.2 seconds in dragys & the Type S gets gapped by the S4 & the Genesis G70 which has 0-60 times as 4.4 seconds & 4.5 seconds respectively. It's a shame that Acura has resorted to lying.
G70 and s4 get up to 0-60 in 4.2 and 4.3 seconds
@@RaY_77W S4 has a 0-60 time of 4.4 which Audi claimed when it came out though a few car mags got 4.3 seconds & the C43 is 4.2 secs & it beats the S4 in drag races. The awd G70 trim is 4.5 secs, Genesis claims this & the rwd is 4.7 sec which are the numbers that car & driver got as well, so did other mags. The G70 isn't 4.2 seconds because it sometimes barely loses to the Q50 which has a manufacturer 0-60 time of 4.5 seconds.
We gotta point out the lies Acura is pushing. Shows how a lot of reviewers aren't giving honest reviews anymore
@@Striker50_ Absolutely bro. They shouldn't have people believing that it's faster than what it really is.
Where did Acura make these claims?
$900 a month lease for this? With 355 horsepower? Acura smoking that good gas for sure.
Real talk
in this segment its not all about horsepower dude. its a genuinely nice, big luxury car with a bumping audio system that happens to handle good and have a sporty engine.
Yeah this is a nice car but surely not on the level of an m4, S4, or amg
Best TLX type S review!
Thank you!
This is the “stained in a week” interior color option.
I have the light tan in my lexus. It looks amazing but definitely allot more maintenance lol
This is the best review of this car. Thank you
I'm glad you enjoyed it!
I am sorry that all you guys test drive the TLX Type S, not one of you seem to know that there are 2 USBs 2- 12 volts plus the wireless charging, why do many of you forget the 12 volt by the front passenger knee?
Not one of the many reviewers seem to mention it. maybe the next time you will. I am looking and listening.
Thanks for otherwise stellar reviews
Sorry I missed that other 12-volt. I remember spotting it after I filmed the review.
Great video quality sheeeesh❤️
Gorgeous color!!
I just got my MDX Type S Tiger Eye Pearl
Nice!
I love how you explain things, you must be a school teacher lol
😆 I'm not, but my wife is!
Awesome thorough review!!!
It’s like an audi and alfa Romeo had a baby
All the time.
Awesome review ever milesperhr, this 21 Acura TLX Type S is a fun to drive ultamite japanese performance sports sedan ever, with a twin turbo V6 under the hood.😁😁❤💯👍👍
Thank you! I’m glad you enjoyed it!
One turbo.
@@300zxdriver ohh, thanks for telling me.
@@300zxdriver thank you. Bogus engine from honda, too.
@@fry.master "reliable " , theirs a reason why toyota and honda post 2000's always have the most conservative power outputs , they go for reliability . This isn't a GTR or bmw m3 compeitior . This is 14k usd less than the bmw m340i , 10k cheaper than the audi S4 , etc etc and more reliable. This is a comfortable daily driver and some highway power. Theirs a reason it weighs 300lb more than its competitors , it has more NHV materials for sound deadening , and more room.
They need a TLX type R, that uses the 3.5 from the NSX, (slightly detuned) and a 6 speed manual
You know not complain too much but 10 mins just looking through the windshield at the road is getting boring in these reviews. Some shots from it on the street actually going down the road would be worlds better.
I’ll wait for a certified pre owned
I think they should do a black top on that gold trim and also on the blue one in convertible
Right? If I bought one I would be going straight to the wrap shop pulling out of the dealership lol I love when subtle things like that or when you tell people, they’re not thinking it’s gonna change anything but then makes all the difference when looking at it completed
Great video milesperhr
How would you compare the handling and overall driving experience of the Type S to the Stinger GT2?
The primary difference between the Audi, BMW and this car is those brands are junk and will spend more time being repaired than driving on the road.
How does it sound compared to the older J35 V6?
I think I would still get a 5 series instead .. better interior, more dynamic steering, better material use
How long would a 5 series last though?
@@typerftw9476 hopefully before my lease is up
Don’t forget depreciation after 50k miles your bmw will be worth lower
Heaviest, least power & Slowest in its class. A foot longer than all its competitors yet it almost has the smallest rear leg room. 34.9" is a joke for a car the size of a boat
And yet, it's the only one in it's class that could legitimately last 300,000+ miles without major problems.
@@ThirdBrainLives There is zero evidence supporting that claim. Acura has never produced a high compression turbocharged engine.
Great looking, good colors to pick from. Awesome awd system. Nice cabin. I don’t ride in the back seat, I drive. What’s your point?
Brutal combination of colours. Nothing wrong with the gold or white/grey interior but together they’re awful
Thanks for your wise input Larry.
@@ThirdBrainLives You’re welcome?
Definitely risky but I love it
How’s the ride in terms of smoothness
The color different too I like it
I test drove this car a couple of weeks ago. It's pretty effing awesome, but one thing that concerns me is the blind spot monitoring system. It only works over a certain speed (40 mph, I think), and moreover the warning indicator is not where you think it's going to be. Apparently, Acura engineers believe its location on the interior of the cabin falls within the driver's peripheral vision. Uh-uh, it doesn't. I almost got into an accident on my test drive because of this. I think my salesman crapped his pants! Lol!
Oh wow, thanks for pointing these little nuisances😊 out, they make a huge difference if you’re gonna be living with a car.
@@Wh-3 I'm sure you'd get used to the blind spot monitoring location. It wasn't a deal breaker for me, but I ended up going with a different brand for other reasons.
Very nice footage sir well done review! Keep it up!
Thank you! Will do!
I choose a no-wing STI for AWD, Recaros, short throw 6-speed, better analog hydraulic steering feel and way less expensive.
I thought the same thing but I have the downtown LA drive and a manual is not the bizz here
very boring cluster
Would you prefer this over a stinger??
The Aluminum in my 2010 Legend/RL resists hail dings, too
33:29 I have both TLX Type-S and MDX, I don't think TLX Type-S is quiet, it's actually very noisy, like a Civic. But MDX is incredibly quite on the other hand.
Am 15 years of age but am willing to get this type of car
Man, these tires still known for wearing out quickly? Pretty sure it’s the same Pir. that came on my S550 performance package and they were gone a lot quicker than imagined. Think I was just under or just got to 10k miles before switching
Beautiful car!! 1 issue I have….. Acura please no chrome exhaust tips done please.
Can you do a 2021 Tesla Model 3 test drive?
Great review. People they don't offer this car in a manual so get over it
It's a shame that it doesn't have a CD player. Most people who can afford the car have CDs and might not be interested in paying to play music they already own!
Did you ever test the Sport mode on the transmission?
Yes, it’s on my POV test drive
One thing you notice is that none of the reviewers on the internet are super excited about this car. This tells you something.
I think you meant the "TL Type-S" in the beginning. There was no previous TLX model. As an owner of a TSX, I can understand how the model names are confusing.
Right you are - my mistake
The Orchid interior is effing gorgeous. But how to keep it clean? I mean, you can never, ever wear blue jeans in this car. Does Acura offer seat protectors for this beetch?
Why couldn’t they offer the type S in a manual??
High stakes test drive on a cliff lol, wouldn't be my place to test it but props to you.
Kept things well within the car's limits, so all good 👍
I like the style. This colour is something I'm not too sure about
Is the carbon trim $713 installed or $713 before labor
I can't stop driving my 2005 Acura TL but the 2021 Acura TLX is completely different. It's not a "Sport Sedan" (D-segment). It's a large executive car (E-segment) and feels large inside and out. Consumer Reports gave the 2021 TLX a Road Test score of 67 and an overall score of 56. Those are not good numbers. The seats hurt your back. The trackpad infotainment is hard to use.
One thing I can wholeheartedly disagree with is that the seats do NOT hurt your back. Also it's a heavy car but it disguises it's weight well. Don't let consumer reports make u miss out on a good thing. Worth a test drive.
(Agree about infotainment)
@@joeblacc8573 I drove the 2021 TLX for 4 days. #1. The seats have something inside them for lumbar support that jab into your back a bit and the lumbar support controls do not allow that to be reversed. #2. It's 75" wide. That's too wide to feel sporty. It's the same width as the Acura RDX SUV. #3. The trackpad infotainment is very hard to use. After about an hour of driving it each day I really wanted to get out of it.
@@scottscott5827 As an owner of the vehicle I haven't had any issues. Could be an issue with that specific one. Seats fit me fine at 6'0 190lbs. And the infotainment controls are definitely the worst I've ever used. We agree there.
G70 or TLX Type S overall?
TLX is more engaging to drive. The G70 is more luxurious. I think the looks of the TLX would win me over.
@@MilesPerHr g70 faster
Both solid cars, but G70 overall! Smaller, lighter, faster, more luxurious, easier infotainment.
idk how i feel about the metallic mustard yellow
It looks very similar to BMW's diarrhea yellow IMO, the blue looks way better on this vehicle
Wow I didn’t know a lot of people actually knew about it, but yeah you have to have the transmission on S dude. Lol
07 TL type s
I love the car...unfortunately it passed the big bottle test. I was hoping that it would force people to carry a reasonable sized bottle 🤣🤣🤣 Fortunately people who buy sugary sodas won't have a place to put it; but then again if they are buying large sugary sodas they will likely need an SUV.
Ok, so an Accord Touring has a H.U.D. But a $55,000 Acura TLX does not?
No manual no purchase
5:40 but it’s still FWD based with 59/41 weight distribution, even with its battery in the trunk.
And it’s 4300 lbs with 10 gears.
LOL what a flop by Acura.
Looks like the dealership let the kids on the lot wash the car with dirty rags. Already swirls in the paint. 5:34
a little bit lower, a little bit more HP, the Car in black and black rear windows = perfect ( gangster style ).
“Gangster style” 😂😂😂😂
You sound like my best friend who stole my money and never paid back
Wow!
Way too heavy and need more power!!!
Good vid....no C43 in that competition
Lotta vehicles could be cross-shopped. My comparisons are just a sampling 👍
@@MilesPerHr MDX TYPE S review?
0:24 *TL Type S
Ehhhh 4.5 seconds but feels like higher 4’s.
lol really man? Can you tell what 0.4 seconds is?
id take s4 all day interior better seats better rips with jus tune all round better. i dont like it wont let u redline in manual mode
wish it came in a manual, I'd be a buyer. not as it stands.
I hate when exhaust sounds are synthesized
540i rivals ?
The 540i is technically a bigger class of sedan. The vehicles I mention in my review are more direct rivals.
Acura needs to change that dash.. seems way too outdated
Wait was that a gold member reference
😂 yep
I'd rather got bmw 340 or amg c43.
Why everybody keep talking about tlx type S, And nobody talk about DMX type we know even not coming now yet ,but a lot of people want to know about it , I just bought a DMX 2022 and I'm waiting for the Dmx type S come out to trade in , And nobody talking about when the DMX type S coming out and my detail about it
Audi S4 is a lot more money, go look on the dealers lots. Boring colors…wouldn’t even notice it in a parking lot.
It definitely needs fog lights 100