2024 Acura TLX Type S VS 2024 Audi S4!

[@senorgato70]

Good review. For me it's the TLX Type-S. I had an S5 with the 4.2L V-8 and it was a great looking car with solid handling, but I wouldn't call it fun to drive. Loved the sound of the V-8, too. I got a 435i GC afterwards and its personality was so different and i couldn't wait to hop in it to drive it every day. Never got that feeling in my S5. The Type-S is more similar to the 435i in personality though a bit heftier. Constructive criticism: The selfie style filming while trying to get the shots of the two cars, and switching back and forth induces motion sickness.

[@BrosFOURRSpeed]

Glad you enjoy those! What self perspective? I have the into looking at me, but the rest of the video the camera is on my head, to be as smooth as possible.

[@senorgato70]

@@BrosFOURRSpeed At the end of the video where you're filming yourself summarizing and you pan back and forth to the cars while still keeping you in the field of view. Maybe it's just me because I want to stay focused on the cars LOL.

[@BrosFOURRSpeed]

@@senorgato70 ahh, that’s all stabilized as well, but I can about a different way.

[@tescoshortage]

TLX: Better value, more standard features for the money Better exterior styling (subjective) Nicer interior Better exhaust note (subjective) Better handling and AWD S4: Better engine Better transmission Better NVH Better switchgear Better infotainment Better dealer experience (dependent on dealership) Verdict: Make the TLX 400 pounds lighter and you have a world-class sports sedan. Right now, it only really appeals to people who either prefer the Acura’s external styling or prioritize value and long-term reliability. The Audi S4 is undoubtedly faster than the TLX and you’ll probably have a better experience at the dealer when you buy an S4 vs a TLX S. I just think the Audi has a very sterile look, both on the exterior and interior.

[@DG-pk3fh]

You're high Audi s4 interior looks way better.

[@BrosFOURRSpeed]

Thanks for sharing.

[@KhrissyDaDon]

I’d choose the Acura, getting cooled seats (which is an insult for the Audi to not have at that price point), the slightly better reliability, the sportiness and looks, you can’t beat that!

[@BrosFOURRSpeed]

I’d go with the Audi! But it’s a tough choice!

[@nickthequick]

I got a 2024 S4 a month ago and I can tell you, in Florida heat, with those leather seats, you really need no cooling, they are so good.

[@BrosFOURRSpeed]

@@nickthequick That’s good!

[@dustywest418]

I bought the Acura tech vs the A4. The A4 was quicker and more fun to drive. Audi is expected to come out with a redesigned version in 2026 vs Acura which just introduced the new tlx in 2021. Ultimately it came down to my needs vs cost of ownership. The Acura was the best option for us.

[@djsthemetereman]

Those Audis are solid in the winter especially in snow, of course the Acura SHAWD is no slouch either

[@BrosFOURRSpeed]

Yeah! Definitely nice for those types of conditions!

[@cliffsimms8520]

Audi s4 all day. As far as performance the TL is like getting an Infiniti. Both companies (excluding the GTR, Z and the Bupra which are not sedans) are slacking with performance sedans. Plus a quick tune and downpipe on the audi itll be an easy 500 comfortably.

[@BrosFOURRSpeed]

Honestly, the Acura handled so well! I showed performance driving in the full review! Very impressed with how it handles and the power! These honestly drive very similar! Audi will edge it though!

[@Morpheus11769]

Have fun with maintenance cost 🥱

[@BrosFOURRSpeed]

@@Morpheus11769 what maintenance costs? I’m on my second R8, very cheap and easy to maintain..

[@davidf6871]

Let me start with I am a fan of Acura, I have a 2012 MDX with 140,000 miles and still going strong, car is solid, safe and is as comfortable as a couch. However, looking at the TLX, meh, it looks like a Honda and the cockpit is way over stimulating. A lot of tech does not make for a “fun” drive. I had an Audi A5 ( never had an issue) and as of last week I now have a S5. It’s as amazing to drive as it is to look at. Plus the fit and finish of an Audi is as perfect as it gets. I don’t love the S4 look, but the car is an absolute blast to drive. Audi Quattro speaks for itself.

[@BrosFOURRSpeed]

Thanks for sharing!

[@WithinReasonWithoutCare]

I'm currently making this decision (21 Audi S4 vs 23 Type S) and it's pretty hard to decide. coming from a Genesis G70. at the end of the day, probably can't go wrong with any of these options.

[@BrosFOURRSpeed]

I'd probably go Audi, but the TLX was so much fun to drive for a week.. Can't go wrong with either!

[@drivexyz2297]

Honestly, the Acura looks far sportier than the Audi. For an S4, this doesn't look like a sports car.

[@BrosFOURRSpeed]

I could see that. A little more of a “luxury” look, but you wouldn’t think that after the drive!

[@thinkcarbon794]

It's not supposed to look like a 'sports car' It never has. All S4s have been subtle and that is a lot of the apeal. It just looks like a really nice Audi sedan to regular non car people, while being faster than the TLX and holding a candle to a V8 Mustang or Camaro.

[@BrosFOURRSpeed]

@@thinkcarbon794 Very true. But it's also fun to see more sporty designs on a sedan. Each car has a cool offering for a different buyer

[@thinkcarbon794]

@@BrosFOURRSpeed Well for that there is the S5 SB.

[@firefly9838]

Audi is a sleeper

[@oscarevans3966]

Acura for the win!

[@BrosFOURRSpeed]

Idk, it’s a tough one!

[@thebumpban4959]

One will be worth far more than the other in 2 years. One will likely be more reliable and the TLX looks far more unique and handles better. If you want outright pace the 340i is the choice, I'll take the Acura in this comparison.

[@BrosFOURRSpeed]

I did a comparison with the 340 too lol. I would probably go Audi! I wouldn't say the Acura handles better though. They seem very identical.

[@PsychicMedium4747]

@@BrosFOURRSpeedAcura reliability Audi endless money pit

[@BrosFOURRSpeed]

@@PsychicMedium4747 is that from your ownership experience? I’m on my second R8, my brother has had an A3,S3 and currently an RS3, not one issue or problem with any of those cars, so based on that experience I’d disagree..

[@MichaelH-ck4hg]

I’ve had four Audi’s and put close to 100,000 on each.never had a single problem with any of them. Also had three BMW’s without any problems. You can get a lemon in any brand, but people that say they aren’t reliable generally haven’t had much experience with them.

[@BrosFOURRSpeed]

@@MichaelH-ck4hg it’s crazy to see, someone thinks that and people just follow with no real research or reasoning!

[@JayJay-he9bk]

The S4 is faster but the Acura is more fun to drive.

[@BrosFOURRSpeed]

Honestly both are fun to drive!

[@bb57365]

Audi all day. Total package. I recently bought a fully equipped S3. Similar performance in a smaller great handling package, at a slightly better price point. Absolutely love the car. Amazing style, tech and performance. Audi checks all the boxes.

[@BrosFOURRSpeed]

Thanks for sharing!

[@Morpheus11769]

Except for reliability

[@BrosFOURRSpeed]

@@Morpheus11769 what’s your Audi ownership been like? I’ve had 2 R8’s, my brothers on Audi number 3, zero issues between the 5…

[@ThomasSu13]

The 2024 TLX does have a front camera right above the Acura logo

[@BrosFOURRSpeed]

Yeah, not sure why I said that..

[@82mattlopez]

With the radio being so far forward it would be hard to make it a touchscreen. Needs a redesign dash

[@BrosFOURRSpeed]

I would agree!

[@leecook7904]

Bought the Audi but the color combo of the Acura is great.

[@BrosFOURRSpeed]

Yeah this was a sweet spec!

[@rd5140]

Type S!!

[@BrosFOURRSpeed]

Why?

[@rd5140]

@BrosFOURRSpeed Im 30k miles in on my type s. Theres an ease to this car. Steering is best in class, probably the belt drive. Low cowl makes the seating postion perfect imo. When left in auto mode, shifts are dual clutch fast on upshifts. I can throw it into a long sweeper and floor it, rear rotates as if it has rear steer. It laughs at inclement weather. Dare I say not a single rattle or creak. Perfect enthusiast family daily with tremendous value. This is the first car in decades that ive kept for over 2 years😂 Fyi my car has been lowered, jb4, and sprint booster. These mods wake up car immensely.

[@olympbarca3313]

I will take the s4 .Looks fun for drive the question is is it long term reliability because it is difficult to sell these beasts.

[@BrosFOURRSpeed]

Difficult to sell what? Both will be reliable.

[@olympbarca3313]

I mean if is reliable for long term for many years because if I have opportunity to have this car I don't want to sell it. That's I mean

[@akj2387]

Isn’t the S6 the rival to the TLX? Though A4 was Integra sized

[@BrosFOURRSpeed]

No, these are the two!

[@MikeYurbasovich]

The A4 is smaller, but the prices are similar. I paid 54 for the tlx type s, while the other cars were more.

[@modelaircraft6576]

Both cars are nice, but I will take that S4 home with me definitely in my purchase bucket

[@BrosFOURRSpeed]

Yeah S4 has a lot to offer!

[@OnlyToaey]

The bronze rims on the Acura give it a nice pop ❤

[@BrosFOURRSpeed]

For sure! This was a great spec!

[@hhcook]

The TLX does have a forward camera.

[@BrosFOURRSpeed]

Yeah I know, I mentioned that in the full review.

[@ERogers-qn2sm]

Both look good exterior and interior but I like the Audi sleeper look better. You would never know it was that fast

[@BrosFOURRSpeed]

Good style on the Audi for sure!

[@nickthequick]

I'd say Acura is for the boys who put a premium on looking sporty while the Audi is for the men who know that looking stylish and classy is better 😉

[@BrosFOURRSpeed]

Maybe lol. Both are cool options

[@Morpheus11769]

Audi is for rich ppl who only care for looks and brands

[@JayJay-he9bk]

I see too many moms driving the s4 for my liking lol

[@BrosFOURRSpeed]

I don't see that lol

[@RobertLizinski]

You're probably thinking the A4

[@JayJay-he9bk]

@@RobertLizinski nah s4.

[@DG-pk3fh]

So women can't drive sporty luxury cars?

[@MikeYurbasovich]

The audi is a white suburban lib car. I have the type s in a white urban lib area, there's 3 or 4 of us, and thousands of S4, 3 series, and of course the lesbian favorite, Subaru.

[@hjaniel4428]

S4 all day any day

[@BrosFOURRSpeed]

Great choice!

[@moisesescobarr]

I would go Audi S4 and i’m a current 2021 TLX Type S owner lol

[@djsthemetereman]

I own Type S as well & I once had an Audi A4 & modded the exhaust man I enjoyed it especially the tip tronic but the S4 is a nother animal & I'll take the S4 minus the maintenance when outside of warranty

[@BrosFOURRSpeed]

lol, it's a tough one!

[@BrosFOURRSpeed]

What was the maintenance like? I have an 2012 R8, no warranty and it's an oil change a year. Super easy to maintain.

[@Daveyboy_RS3]

S4 by a mile for a DD. Perfect combination of sportiness and elegance, interior has far higher quality materials, sportier seats, digital gauge cluster is 🤤. Overall it's way more refined than the type S. Quicker in a straight line also. I'd personally get an RS3 for roughly the same price as a loaded S4, only because I'm single. Can't go wrong either way.

[@JayJay-he9bk]

You sound like a fan boy lol

[@Daveyboy_RS3]

@@JayJay-he9bk Not sure what a fanboy is... But yeah Im Def a fan of the S4. I love everything about it. If we're talking about comparing an Integra type S and an Audi S3, I might even take the Integra type S. Far more special than the TLX IMO.

[@BrosFOURRSpeed]

My brother has the RS3, they love it! But between these, the Acura gives it a good run for the money!

[@BrosFOURRSpeed]

It's weird that because people enjoy something more, they are automatically a "fan boy"...

[@BrosFOURRSpeed]

People can't have a preference without being called a "fan boy", I see it all the time in the comments.

[@PsychicMedium4747]

Acura and Lexus reliability kings and old super resale value long term. German brands endless money pits when the warranty runs out s out. You lease German and buy Japanese .

[@BrosFOURRSpeed]

What’s your ownership experience been like to say they are money pits? I own an Audi R8, super reliable, easy to maintain. I have an X5 as well…

[@tescoshortage]

My uncle’s got a TDI Audi Q7 with 180k miles that looks and drives like it’s got 50k. You can barely even tell it’s a diesel. The age of German cars being piles of temperamental crap is long behind us. Except if you’re Mercedes. Then it’s there to stay.

[@BrosFOURRSpeed]

@@tescoshortage people just like to state “facts” without having any knowledge or experience! Crazy to see.

[@davidf6871]

Not true and a big misconception. People tend to drive German cars harder because it’s visceral and gets the blood pumping. And I can’t begin to tell you the many people who modify their Hondas and blow the engines. Any car you treat with respect and care for will serve you well for a long time.

[@PsychicMedium4747]

@@davidf6871 noooooo that has nothing to do with it. Many people baby their German cars and have long term reliability issues. I am an example, I babied my bnw and Mercedes a d stayed on top of ALL my schedule d maintenance and they were BOTH in and out of the shop for electrical problems . They are junk that’s why people get rid of them and their resale is horrible vs Japanese brands fact ! I go by consumer reports which are large sampled populations . Any vetted car journalists will tell you if they are being honest that Japanese are reputed for their impeccable reliability, superior build quality, and higher resale. If German brands have 1 good year of reliability that is Lilliputian compared to decades of Japanese reliability. An earned reliable perception takes years to earn!

[@dsong2006]

I used to think Audis are heavy, then I looked up the weight of the Acura TLX Type S, which is 4200+ lbs, 400lbs heavier the Audi S4, already a land whale of a car....no amount of trick engineering by Honda can over come that amount of weight to make this car fun. They just keep swindling people into thinking its sporty by adding as much weigh as they do HP/Torque.

[@BrosFOURRSpeed]

Have you driven the TLX on twisty roads? Handles so well for the weight. Did some for the test drive of the review.. kzbin.info/www/bejne/qofKgKuNhciGr8ksi=Jmio_gOBMHkI5Okx

[@alchan5482]

The audi looks soo boring, the styling looks very out dated

[@drivescene6747]

I wouldn’t say it’s dated, it just looks like an A4.

[@BrosFOURRSpeed]

Yeah it certainly has an understated design

[@isimonsez]

Audi 🏆 > Acura

[@BrosFOURRSpeed]

Why!?

[@dirkcurritzki9585]

The Tls type s should have been a wagon. It don't sell anyways

[@BrosFOURRSpeed]

How do you know it doesn't sell?? It just got released..

[@MikeForsythe]

@@BrosFOURRSpeedthey barely sold 500 tlx units last month. Overall acura sales down 21%. No one wants any acura type s cars. They have been sitting on dealer lots. The price does not mach the performance as well as all the other negatives.

[@RobertLizinski]

And Acura S poor fuel economy. Really bad.

[@wolfdna788]

You buy the Acura and you lease the audi

[@BrosFOURRSpeed]

I’ve owned several Audis, zero issues with any.

[@pm512]

I will take the acura. Without the gold wheels please

[@BrosFOURRSpeed]

It looks cool in person!

[@pete3486]

Type S!

[@BrosFOURRSpeed]

Why?

[@pete3486]

@@BrosFOURRSpeed I bought my Type S new in 2023 and absolutely love it! My ownership experience with Audi was the whole reason I turned to Acura in the first place.

[@BrosFOURRSpeed]

@@pete3486 we’ve owned 5 Audis and currently have two, haven’t had any issues with any of them, what did you experience?

[@pete3486]

@@BrosFOURRSpeed lots of things leaking, dealer ordering wrong parts, and some basic repeat equipment failures such as interior door latch and turn signal modulator determined normal wear and tear. They have probably gotten better since, but I’ve just been with Acura for a long time now. I know Audi and BMW do a lot of things better but I like the overall feel of the TLX. I will say the Audi I owned was very good for ski trips :-)

[@BrosFOURRSpeed]

@@pete3486 ordering parts isn’t the cars fault lol, any manufacturer dealer can do that 😂 but glad you enjoy it!