Sport sedan skirmish | 2021 Acura TLX Type S vs 2021 Lexus IS 350 F SPORT

[@vigneshrags9070]

acuras are all about that phenomenal handling ,confidence around corners and steering feedback,yes it's not the fastest on a straight line

[@ENTJ47]

LEXUS sounds perfect to ME! V6 More than enough! Reliable, exterior 10/10, comfort 11/10

[@matthewciprian3201]

Honestly I drive a 2021 Corolla se and I find the 4 cyl more than enough, for the most part we can’t even utilize a car 100% bc of speed limits and traffic especially where I tend to drive at.. I drove a Lexus es 250 and comfort was amazing, the exterior specifically the rear is what caught me in the first place.. it’s supposedly underpowered but it’s just been a nice car to drive

[@robertadriansantos]

its hard to beat Lexus Toyota reliability. Even Honda can’t beat them.

[@Philmoscowitz]

The Lexus IS 350's interior may be a bit dated, but it's much more luxurious than the brand new Acura TLX Type-S's. You can feel the difference as soon as you get into the driver's seat.

[@TheHij9]

I absolutely agree with you

[@RebirthingBruce]

Yep. TLX's seat upholstery will show wrinkles way earlier than the IS. It shows in dealerships, and in all the review videos on KZbin. I'm surprised the reviewers didn't bring it up at all. I have an old 2014 IS250, and my seats have fewer winkles than the brand new 2021 TLX in my local dealership lol

[@Mc.Nuggetz]

@@TheHij9 Well one is fake leather and one is real.. and you’d be surprised to know the Lexus uses fake leather.

[@MikeYurbasovich]

@@Mc.Nuggetz haha. Hondas interiors are better than Audi, Mercedes, or BMW.

[@alexanderkim4889]

That's not entirely true. I have the TLX while my sister has the IS 350. The IS's soft surfaces are definitely way better and more comfortable, but it's hard surfaces look and feel cheap (e.g fake metal plastic everywhere, including the paddle shifters). The TLX's seats and soft surfaces are a less plush than Lexus's, but everything that looks like metal is metal (confirmed by Acura itself). So it's a bit a of draw imo.

[@columbiars]

Hard to choose. Both are really lovely cars!

[@corismsyn]

I was excited to see the two cars compared on a track but was sorely disappointed that the IS in test doesn't have the DHP with AVS and Sport + mode. That version is quite a difference from the one tested. Would've loved to hear the comparison then. Should've gotten the IS 350 with AVS before making this video.

[@craighenry1579]

I assume he’s also driving the AWD since he mentioned the transmission housing in the way of his feet. This car compared to the type s is certainly not comparing apples to apples

[@roccol5360]

Wow, complaints, complaints. I love my IS, love the way it looks, drives and the way it makes me feel. I am glad I didn’t listen to all these reviewers who rip this car apart. It’s an awesome daily driver, it isn’t meant to go on the track. Oh, and it will last forever in terms of reliability. Yes, it isn’t perfect but no where near as “ bad” as you portray. I’m 5’11, yes it’s compact but that’s what I like about it.

[@85CEKR]

I know, that V6 has aged like fine wine if you ask me, sure it's not quite as fast as a turbo'd 6 cylinder realistically it's hardly any different. I went from a BMW 335i to a 2019 es350 and honestly I liked the power delivery on the es350 better. I'm sure the BMW was faster but you could hardly tell.

[@mrcactus245]

even though im a honda fanboy, I agree with you alot. The IS is great and he is complaning for little things like the small spoiler.

[@vincealince_SRT]

I’m currently shopping them both, I too am 5’11 and it is pretty tight in the IS, I know you can get used to it. But Definitely more room in Acura. And in terms of reliability don’t think you could go wrong with either

[@cartere9981]

@@vincealince_SRT the Lexus with the tried and true 3.5 that they’ve been using for like 15 years would surely be more reliable but I’m sure the Acura is still above average when it comes to cars today

[@alwaysup22]

IS all day. I cross shopped both, and it's not even close. I love my IS every single day

[@Jedi_Luke]

I've owned a 2007 Type S and a 2007 IS350, and back then the 350 would win hands down. More features and power over the Acura. These days the tables have turned. The Acura handles better and the interior is more modern. The IS500 is gonna blow the Type S away tho.

[@saldeck6189]

330i is doing the same to the 5

[@djsthemetereman]

I gotta say I currently own an Acura & was looking to possibly switch to a Lexus, but what what comes standard with Acura are add ons with Lexus pushing the price of a $45,000 car to ruffly $53,000

[@jameshumphrey3425]

Wait so which is more expensive? I was told the Lexus was cheaper

[@djsthemetereman]

@@jameshumphrey3425 Lexus with add ons

[@rook3364]

I would go with the Lexus is350 there both almost the same 0-60 time tbh the Lexus might be a little quicker I went with Lexus because of the looks the type s is decent looks but isn’t all that I seen one in person

[@djsthemetereman]

@@rook3364 I like Lexus as well but wound up getting the Type s not only because I like the way it looks but it has more room than the Lexus.

[@rook3364]

@@djsthemetereman thats because the type s is bigger the type s doesn’t even compete with the is350 the is350 too small even tho it has a big engine in a little car

[@djsthemetereman]

Ive had the type s for three weeks now in tiger eye & absolutely no regrets

[@malcador]

How’s it holding up

[@djsthemetereman]

@@malcador Quite well I have mods done to it which makes it an even better driving experience

[@balancemode4112]

i’m a fan of both Acura & Lexus they are amazing

[@Toyota4Life]

How exactly is Acura “amazing “ lol

[@hybridsnowleopard]

@@Toyota4Life Don't cry just because they are amazing. Toyota is amazing, but Honda deserved credit too for being amazing especially how small the company is compared to Toyota. Give credit where it's due, I understand that you are a Toyota guy, but as an import enthusiast you should learn how to respect the other makes. Being a straight-up Toyota fanboi really make us Toyota folks look bad.

[@philhenderson3516]

​@@hybridsnowleopard Not that impressive when you consider what Mazda (smaller than Honda), Hyundai & Kia are doing these days. Honda and Toyota had all the time in the world to position themselves as 'THE' peers, yet they decided to stay in the cheap lane and continue cross-sharing platforms with lesser FWD models. Genesis might not have the required dealership network to compete at the moment but their current product portfolio trashes anything that Lexus and Acura has on offer.

[@Snookynibbles]

@Toyota4Life, As reliable as Toyota...better engines than Toyota...better handling than Toyota...more attractive styling than Toyota...as quick as Toyota (and where not, it still is with all the mods available)...and more forward-thinking innovative engineering than Toyota’s conservativism.

[@balancemode4112]

@@Toyota4Life Honda makes best 4 bangers K24 K20 superior than Toyota 3SGE and 3SGTE Toyota makes best 6 bangers so nothing to argue here we all know the almighty 2jz 1jz

[@drt2017]

I don’t why I like Lexus inside and outside more

[@rook3364]

The Lexus layout is better

[@darthcholo]

Wrong lexus picked. IS500 should of been here

[@teddy7684]

I was between the Acura TLX and Lexus ES 350 Lexus hands down was the best choice Acura was just not as luxurious.

[@hyperautodetailing4868]

TLX Easily. IS is missing a wireless charger, color ambient lighting, LED rear turn signals, Real leather, and is slower than the Type-S while being priced too similarly. Toyotas own Camry has more features lol.

[@kromahj]

The type S compete with IS500

[@jafet3898]

@@kromahj exactly

[@TheBreakfastLover]

@@kromahj pricewise the Type S is actually cheaper than the IS350 AWD DHP package

[@MrTresto]

The 2021 TLX, type S or not, is wayyy too heavy and the infotainment is absolute garbage (and I don't like the not very readable dashboard and the way too busy interior with that hugely bulky center console). I took it for a test drive and was very unimpressed. I say that as someone who really likes the older TLX with the NA V6. It's a bit more 'basic' but damn it's so much better thought out. You can really tell that the 2021 TLX wasn't designed by the Japanese ...

[@VelocitronVoyager]

@@MrTresto bruh you gotta be 60 years old if you can’t handle that infotainment system

[@anthonykiedis1765]

I was in this exact situation comparing these two cars. Ended up buying the IS350 F Sport. If it was my only car I would have went for the Type S, but I have a C8 for my weekend car so I just wanted a comfy daily for weekday duty.

[@henrysniper8481]

P.S. I worked for years for Acura then years for Lexus there's no comparison in reliability, I work for neither now but Lexus is light years ahead, pay more and you'll get much more with the Lexus. Try the is 500 F Sport.

[@originallonewolf6643]

Auto up shift in Manual mode is a deal breaker Honda need to stop that shit

[@jbm0866]

The TLX would still win, but the IS 350 F Sport RWD with lsd would have fared better than the AWD. No weird bulge in front of the accelerator pedal, less weight. Lexus AWD is old school which means dead reliable, but doesnt really help much in spirited driving like Acura's SHAWD.

[@ZOUPPERMAN28]

Lexus if you wants reliability, style and more for your $$$ . you can owned it for 10 yrs + not like other competitors .

[@eddiesu2]

I bought the 2023 tlx type s last week instead of the Lexus is 350f. So far I haven’t have a chance to enjoy the car. the next day my catalytic converter need to be replaced the dealerships gave me a 2024 mdx loaner car until next week.

[@PS3Gameplays123]

As a hard core Lexus fan, when they released the Type S I went and test drove and I almost gave down a deposit for one. But it’s the fit and finish that didn’t sell me on the car. Things from the door slightly protruding from the quarter panel, uneven gaps; I was really disappointed. So much so that I ended up placing an order for a fully loaded ‘22 IS350 instead

[@singular9]

Nothing is built like a Lexus. Something I learned over time that a Lexus straight up doesn't compromise on build quality and it lasts for decades.

[@xfiringsquadx]

I don't think you get enough value with the Acura. It doesn't even have a power front passenger seat. Meanwhile my 44k Audi A5 has that and way more. The leather and interior are much better in the Lexus too. Also, the type S infotainment is horrendous with that little touch pad. The type S isn't different enough from the much cheaper A spec to warrant that price. Not to mention people are paying up to 20k over sticker for the type S due to demand. Meanwhile Lexus is leasing theirs without markup and with awesome tax rebates and leases at 0% interest. It's a no brainer between these two cars.

[@MercOne]

@@xfiringsquadx You think the outdated, feature lacking, V6 from 2006 Lexus gives better value? Interesting.

[@MercOne]

Did you see more than one car like that? That's interesting considering yeah the Lexus is better built that's about it. It's the same car from 2006 basically right down the engine. I find it hard to believe that an Acura on the showroom floor was in that bad of shape.

[@PS3Gameplays123]

@@MercOne I saw two in very similar shape at two different dealers

[@swanblake]

Saying an all new engine in an all new car is reliable in the TLX for a brand that has been unreliable for the last ten years, hurts my head. Please stop lying to the audience. You are speaking about something you have no idea about. Lexus is miles above Acura in reliability and the data backs that up. Just stop

[@cliffcarreviews]

Blake I thought we were friends

[@philipkircher2848]

So you tested the wrong Lexus IS 350 F. Why didn’t you get the rear wheel drive car with the 8 speed gearbox? Why did you test the Canadian model??? That’s on you. This whole review is useless.

[@NOFATCHICK1]

Wouldn't the Lexus IS500 be s better comparison to the TLX Type S?

[@tyaj694]

Yeah my thought, type s vs is350….. I’d go type s all day……

[@jbm0866]

This isn't a fair fight, the S sport is simply a cosmetic package with a slightly lowered ride height and dynamic suspension...the Type S is that and more.

[@Mc.Nuggetz]

Lexus is an excellent brand no one’s saying it’s not. But the IS350 refresh just wasn’t enough it’s still extremely dated compared to the competition.

[@rook3364]

It’s not that bad tbh I own a 2022 Lexus is350 f sport the power is there but the timing and gearing isn’t it need to be more aggressive the interior is actually pretty nice and high quality tbh

[@uhSevN7]

2021 Lexus IS body with the power train from the Supra would be crazy.

[@85CEKR]

Sorry but no lol that V6 is an incredible engine, great power and legendary reliability. The B58 might have a bit more power but it's a ticking time bomb just like every BMW engine.

[@ii_dynasty]

@@85CEKR the b58 is quite reliable.

[@85CEKR]

@@ii_dynasty depends who you talk to. The N54 was considered reliable and even won tons of reliability awards. Now it's considered one of the least reliable engines made in the last 20-30 years.

[@erickar2634]

They both look good from the outside but the inside Lexus is really behind. That’s why I never buy Toyota because of that reason Honda and Acura are are on top in my opinion.

[@lex350us]

IS500 maybe better than the type S but not the IS350

[@hybridsnowleopard]

Depend on what you mean better. Even the IS350 is better than the TLX-S in some areas.

[@Mc.Nuggetz]

The is350 is so slow especially the AWD model that 6 speed doesn’t belong in a sport sedan.

[@cultofmodernism8477]

No comparison between these two. TLX Type S is in another class.

[@murk4545]

Yeah it's not comparable at all. Literally 10,000 dollars more expensive and is an actual performance trim. He should have compared to the A-Spec or Advanced Package.

[@alonzosaiz77]

Lexus easily here

[@SilverScarletSpider]

Please add an extended rear seat comfort test. Force yourself to sit in the rear seats behind yourself for 2-3 hours and compare on each car

[@hellaslow_2j]

Sorry Acura. People want that rear wheel. Lexus comes with sport packages not acura

[@mr.cookie7308]

You cannot go wrong with any one of these two.

[@bliglum]

Dude's straight hating on the IS..

[@Av3ntur0zky]

Cuz It just can't compete again the Type S

[@thynysan]

Its bc its dated technology.

[@bliglum]

@@thynysan Some might say, "tested tech", or "tried and true"... But admittedly, the current IS platform is undeniably long in the tooth, even with the fresh restyle.

[@thynysan]

@@bliglum I have a 2016 and its literally the same engine platform and chassis. Its overrated as crap. Havent driven the new Type S yet but I'm willing to bet its far better in all aspects. The IS350 shouldn't even be in the same class.

[@bliglum]

@@thynysan Funny, I'd say the Type S shouldn't even be in the same class because it's FWD based. Sure the IS platform is getting old. But at least it is a true FR sport sedan platform.

[@guizarbg]

Genesis G70 would have been great to be included. Hopefully in the future against the Type S.

[@Toyota4Life]

IS500 v8 better then both

[@hybridsnowleopard]

@@Toyota4Life No, not for the price.

[@Toyota4Life]

@@hybridsnowleopard not it talking about price. It’s better driving sound and exciting car. High revv V8 = instant win.

[@lordhave4420]

Man nobody want no cheapass Hyundai

[@balancemode4112]

@@Toyota4Life definitely Lexus is better in every way, i drove my friends 2008 Lexus ISF the quality and induction noise is lovely! Lexus & Acura knows how to build quality nice cars i love the IS500 i can’t imagine how good it feels to drive NA V8 high revving with RR racing tuned with intake exhaust headers it will put many smiles to my face

[@mikepetrilli4686]

The BMW and Hyundai products look good, but they both suck in terms of reliability and resale value. For me the clear winner here is the Acura...although the Lexus is a really reliable car, it is showing its age and needs more than just a refresh.

[@drogon2988]

I do want to see the TLX Type S vs the IS500

[@sovanarapich4075]

Touch pad control screen on Acura, it’s a nah

[@henrysniper8481]

This must be a joke because this is the cheapest entry level version of the Lexus and for $10,000 more you have an upper line TLX, this is a stupid comparison. Be really unfair bring out the GS450 F Sport, and spit on the Acura.

[@zalllon]

Drove both of these on the weekend, but with the IS 350 AWD as we narrowed the list down from Genesis G70 and Audi S4. We currently have a 2015 TLX SH-AWD (V6, Canadian model) and so looking for a slight elevation in a daily driver. The S4 is priced much too high in Canada, and the G70 with the fresh was not possible to find locally to test drive one (plus concerned with recently report quality issues). We plan to keep this car for at least 8 yrs, so out of warranty ownership is top of mind. The TLX Type-S is quicker, firmer suspension and an airy cabin feel. However, it felt like a step down on interior quality from our existing TLX, really shocked about that. The IS 350 AWD F Spec 3 package did feel a slower than Type S, but a bit quick than current TLX we have. The interior is a huge step up from our current car, and definitely a step up from the Type S, and all for a bit less money. We’ve ordered one, a 2023 black exterior, black interior and will add in the Lexus Sport Exhaust since the all the sound that is in the cabin is speakers (TLX Type-S has that as well). Now we wait for 4-5 months.

[@alwaysup22]

Let me know when your book comes out, would love to hear even more about your shopping experience

[@jbm0866]

If you plan to keep the car long after the warranty ends, you chose well. I would have gone rwd but I understand why you went with AWD in Canada. Even though the Kia has a 10 year powertain warranty, you're far more likely to use it once or twice vs whatever length Lexus has, and ancedotal evidence is Genesis service is nowhere near the same level as the other luxury brands....Lexus has a good rep in that area. Surprising you think the current TLX interior is a step down from your previous model, but it is true the new Civic interior (while looking good in pics) is about a half step behind my 2021 Mazda 3 turbo hatch...both in look and feel of certain materials used.

[@zalllon]

@@alwaysup22 send me your email address we got the car, so now I can write you a chapter each month. 😉

[@lamarshuff8929]

As someone who works for acura the is350 f sport and tlx type s are not in the same class. The IS350 f sport is the perfect fighter to a TLX aspec, just like the IS500 doesnt really compete with the type S.

[@lamarshuff8929]

@ronnye galiano can you not read? I said the is350 competes with the a-spec and the is500 doesn't have a competitor from Acura. is500 competes with Audi, BMW and Mercedes-Benz.

[@brianschultz7320]

Exactly. I feel like you’re the only one that picked up on this. TLX a spec is even with the IS 350. Type S is a step up from the IS 350, and the IS 500 is a step up from the Type S

[@comeconcon569]

The Acura grill on the front end looks nicer. that Lexus grill just looks awful.

[@omairsh8]

Plus the TLX looks more muscular and beefy. Very good looking car

[@rook3364]

@@omairsh8 nah

[@dgmr79]

Does the Acura have wireless Apple Car play? Also, how’s the interior cabin noise when driving at highway speeds?

[@cliffcarreviews]

No wireless CarPlay. Cabin noise with the summer tires is noticeably louder compared to a regular TLX on all-seasons. This is true for most cars with summers. It’s fine.

[@ryanb7110]

Cabin noise is very quiet. The building on the type S is very good. Quality is great only downside it's not wireless Carplay but I'm thinking an over air update will change that since the same system is there for the rdx/mdx and those are wireless

[@jjayguy23]

@@ryanb7110 Not gonna happen. Honda doesn’t seem to like adding wireless CarPlay after sale. Shame.

[@ryanb7110]

@@jjayguy23 yea, it is a shame for a car in 2020 coming out without wireless Apple and Android. Also I don't have this car anymore, it was stolen right out my driveway lol. Damn thiefs. Now have a 2021 m340i much better car imo

[@jjayguy23]

@@ryanb7110 Such a shame. Acura always seems to be on the edge of greatness, but they always mess something up. And, sorry to hear about your car.

[@Dansk55]

Lexus for looks, reliability and resale value. Acura for 4 wheel performance on track. If you really want fun, get the slowest Japanese motorcycle on facebook marketplace. Will destroy all of these with ease both on track and strip

[@natnut2008]

What the reviewer didn't mention but hinted at is that the IS350 is alot more agile and has a much smaller turning radius than the TLX and feels like a more nimble car. talk about biased reporting...

[@2527cordero]

😂😂😂😂 he just likes the TLX but let me tell you i test drive both and bought the lexus is by far easy pick for me

[@kaceydillin7367]

Honda crushes Toyota. Not even surprise, just always expect it.

[@jdb1478]

😂

[@cdawg3506]

Wrong

[@SO_L-GR]

🤣🤣

[@blueb4829]

Size wise, isn't the TLX more comparable to the Lexus ES 350 instead of the IS 350?

[@scoot5642]

yes but one is a sport (ish) car and the other one is a family sedan. different audience while lexus is, is targeted for sporty drivers

[@alexanderkim4889]

Exterior dimensions are similar, but the interior-wise the TLX is closer to the IS. Also, the target audience is different. The ES is for families with smooth but slow ride. The TLX and IS CAN carry rear passengers but sacrifices some interior space for sportier rides.

[@Nestle245]

Yeah the TL/TLX has always been a midsized sedan and always been bigger than it's competitors. ILX was compact, and RL/RLX was full sized. They just never compared the TLX to other midsized luxury sedans.

[@basedabs711]

Acura vs Lexus is like jacked spongebob vs Patrick

[@PaulHo]

Ok, arms! 🥺

[@jalden1579]

This guy is a straight up Honda fan boy! lol

[@mugensamurai]

They both look and perform amazing. Haters will find any excuse to hate. It's really a matter of how much you want to pay for performance.

[@lrod312]

As someone coming from 2008 TL type S, both the TLX type S and the IS350/500 would be an upgrade but I was a little disappointed with the TLX-S’ build quality (body panel gaps, plastic panels etc.) If anything I would probably wait for the 2024 refresh. The IS500 is more suited for what I am looking for. Speed, looks, and quality. It’s basically a GT car with a grand slam of an engine.

[@MrTresto]

If the IS500 had AWD as an option I'd go for it, no hesitation

[@hpickettz34]

Why is lexus still using that tired old ass v6?

[@onlinealias622]

It’s solid af. That car will last forever.

[@singular9]

Because it's cheap.

[@MercOne]

@@onlinealias622 Should be considering it's from 2006. It's beaten by some of the 4-cylinders in the class. Pathetic. They can't make a modern engine that will "last forever"?

[@hpickettz34]

@@onlinealias622 who cares, you're not going to live forever.

[@onlinealias622]

@@hpickettz34 i want nice things, but I also want to save money and be able to retire someday. Getting a nice thing that doesnt break and doesnt require crazy maintenance cost sounds good to me :)

[@faisaltariq2575]

What about kia stinger gt2?

[@rook3364]

It’s a Kia

[@Yoomaro]

Absolutely not

[@singular9]

This isn't even fair. The 350 runs like 42-44k and the type is is way over 50...and what is worse, this guy compares them like they are the same...

[@elliothaney]

You can see at 18:12 that they’re essentially the same cost as outfitted. $53,990 for the Lexus and $54,645 for the Acura. A difference of $655 out of 55 grand? I’d personally call that the same price.

[@PS3Gameplays123]

@@elliothaney That is quite literally impossible. A fully loaded IS350 costs $54500, assuming you don’t get a $500 paint option. And that includes the $4200 option of the dynamic handling package, which this test car lacks. And he tested the absolute worst spec of the car, the AWD version.

[@marcheinitz5557]

@@xfiringsquadx Then your buddy went to the wrong dealer. I paid MSRP for my Type S.

[@TheBreakfastLover]

The Type S is actually cheaper than the IS350 AWD DHP package.

[@PS3Gameplays123]

@@TheBreakfastLover Yes but the vehicles he reviewed had an almost $10,000 price difference

[@kevinnguy1858]

he just called it a '' LS'' lol

[@pr_glockfan]

bad bad to compare with the regular IS, not with the handler package.

[@thejakein7867]

Now compare it to the IS500

[@goldenscion5708]

Acura ftw

[@AllEyezOnRod]

All the reviewers say the same thing about Lexus cars being dated and old. Those other cars are trash. Being 5’11 you should be really driving the GS 350 sport which will provide you enough room and leg space. The dash and ugly buttons on the Acura looks atrocious! Lexus keeps it simple.

[@cliffcarreviews]

Yes but they don’t make the GS anymore

[@Superdimensional]

I’m 6’3 own a TLX type S, no problems what so ever.

[@xxdmdeschamps72]

Great Review

[@kristians2704]

They both look amazing from the outside but the interiors and performance are disappointing. My choice would be a M340i or C43

[@jdb1478]

😂

[@alphabeta8403]

The RWD F sport would outhandle this FWD based Type S

[@Superdimensional]

Fake news

[@hybridsnowleopard]

In theory yes, but until both vehicle can be on the same race track, we won't actually know which one have better handling.

[@cooleye8887]

Pffft lol. All the rwd we roll with during mountain twisty runs always get into some type of accidents, gettin out of control etc, fwd type r are leaving them behind in the twisties, also most crashes in Nurbugring track in germany are all rwd sportscars, an overrated piece o sh1t system. Feels good though yea sure but not safe and slow turnin when you drift them....all they say is "wooohooo so fun" !!! LOL... Yeah right , but thats all there is to it. Lot of people died from it including Paul Walker. R.I.P.

[@2527cordero]

Acura Paid you😂😂😂😂

[@guyhomutezki7230]

I have the is350 f sport

[@AllEyezOnRod]

I’m just here for the Lexus!

[@lalaboiz]

G70 will gap these cars.

[@RaY_77W]

Walk*

[@Snookynibbles]

@lalaboiz, Hmmm. Do you buy an inferior car based upon it being a few tenths of a second faster in a sprint to other options that ostensibly are proven to be superior to the Korean machines in most areas? If launching fast is what does it for you, then get the best of both worlds, buy the quality Japanese machine & bolt some performance mods on. You’ll be glad you did compared to what becomes of the Korean machine a few years down the road...if not even sooner.

[@Superdimensional]

G70 will be first to the mechanic too lol

[@kromahj]

@@Superdimensional the engine will blow up when going fast 😁😁😁

[@RikuSora456]

No idea where y'all bought your Lexus IS 350, but my 2022 costed 51.5k after tax. I have the same white-black interior. The acura doesn't hold a candle to it.

[@TimedExclusive]

I'll take naturally aspirated vs turbo charge anyday. Everyone be turbo charging their shit, it's nice that Lexus is keeping the natural stuff alive. Touchpad easier to use than the touch screen....LOL! Stop it.

[@bradcolby3624]

Not a fair comparison with this 6 speed transmission. This always happens with reviews. IS 500 will be the one

[@cliffcarreviews]

Like I said, it’s not totally fair. But Lexus is the one not being fair. You can only get the 8 speed with RWD

[@blakeswan5688]

Acura is not reliable at all. What are you talking about? Sponsored content?

[@DaveonDacosta]

They really aren't ; I've owned two and both had transmission issues.

[@Av3ntur0zky]

TLX Type S is way better than the 350 F sport , the IS has no chance against the TLX.

[@singular9]

But it's 10-15k more

[@Av3ntur0zky]

@@singular9 Didn't you know that the IS F Sport fully loaded is more expensive than the Type S by 4-5k and still inferior

[@MercOne]

@@singular9 Did you not see the prices as tested/equipped? They are not 10-15K apart.

[@TheBreakfastLover]

@@singular9 the Type S is actually cheaper than the IS350 AWD DHP package

[@billshoe22191]

Seems very bias. Especially saying that a new Acura is reliable when they constantly have issues

[@hondakid9170]

Issues with what though?

[@hybridsnowleopard]

What kind of issues? Unless it's the issue that you're making up. All car have issues even Lexus is not perfect.

[@ryb2189]

Type S(0-60 5sec) competes with the IS 500 (0-60 4.3) . You should compare the IS 350 (5.6) with the A spec.(6 sec) You honda fan boy need to be fair smh.

[@theyadmire511]

The IS 350 F sport price is very similar to the Type S. He mentions several times in video that the 500 wasn’t available.

[@Av3ntur0zky]

@@theyadmire511 and it even gets more expensive than the Type S when fully load and still inferior !!

[@TheBreakfastLover]

but the IS350 F-sport DHP is actually more expensive than the Type S though

[@rook3364]

@@Av3ntur0zky Not really acura tlx engine suck i heard compare to lexus I driven both the lexus IS350 is more smoother and more quiet u cant even here the road noise the TLX is cheap interior and bunch of gaps

[@Av3ntur0zky]

@@rook3364 the new TLX is more refined the IS In every aspect.

[@aritruths1452]

This guy has no business reviewing cars. Clearly he is bias against the IS and he makes so obvious! At least try to be fair amongst both. We all know the IS has an old powertrain and the Type-S is new. But all in all the IS looks better and would you be saying the same thing if it was the IS500?

[@singular9]

The is500 is cheaper than the type S and the 350 is even cheaper. They aren't performing cars, they are luxury cars.

[@aritruths1452]

@@singular9 IS500 actually is 1k more than the Type-S and top out at 67k. It is a performance car. Why you think they named it F Sport Performance?

[@cliffcarreviews]

It’s not a bias when you drive both cars back to back, it’s a conclusion.

[@aritruths1452]

@@cliffcarreviews it is Bias when you bash a car before even ending the drive and nothing you say atleast one thing is great. The Type-S was a hype from Acura and it was a complete disappointment! Too slow and stripped of tech that the advanced package has. Just get a G70 or Stinger for cheaper and it will blow the doors off it.

[@cliffcarreviews]

@@aritruths1452 The G70 would be my preference. Also, no worries, it's only an opinion.

[@arrowheadftball]

By the way. A stinger will cost you more but easily out run these 2 all day long. If it's speed you crave the a G70 is a better choice.

[@AnthonyParrilloRI]

On the track the acura is faster than the stinger and g70

[@porschegt2346]

I don’t care if the Kia can go 0-60 in 1 second. I ain’t buying a Kia.

[@omairsh8]

Yes I'm really planning on doing drag races on 50km/h roads. Smh 🙄

[@AnthonyParrilloRI]

@@layne4376 100%

[@christopherranieriranieri9870]

Not if you want a car that will last more than 50k miles

[@jafet3898]

I don’t think this review is fair because the real competition of the Type S is the IS500

[@RaY_77W]

Aha nope not stock type s at least vs is500

[@hybridsnowleopard]

The IS500 starting costs is about $5,000 more than the TLX, and does not offer an AWD option. Even a comfortably equipment AWD IS350 cost slightly higher than the TLX Type S which is why it is the most direct competitor. The IS500 closest competitor will be the BMW M2 in my opinion.

[@jafet3898]

@@hybridsnowleopard yes but we these are sport midsize sedans, for example the bmw m3 is like 80k and still the competitor are the tlx type s the IS500 etc, all of them are the sport trims it doesn’t make sense to take a car with a normal trim and the other with the high performance trim. If they compared the IS350 with a TLX Spec it would make more sense. Is like if you compare and Bmw M with a Mercedes that isn’t AMG

[@hybridsnowleopard]

@@jafet3898 Pricing is how you compare each vehicle, and no the TLX Type S is not competing with the M3 even though they are both sport sedan and similar in size. At most it is competing with the M340i. With that logic you might as well compared a Toyota Supra to a Porsche 911 Turbo. The IS500 is more a BMW M2 competitor due to similar in price and size, minus the fact that the M2 is a coupe. The TLX and the IS are not a good comparison to begin with although most people wanted them to compete with each other. The ES and the TLX are technically in the same category, the IS is a rear-wheel-drive compact sedan, while the ES and TLX are front-wheel-drive bias midsize sedan. Such weird Market we're in. Bottom line is that the IS500 and the TLX Type S are not true competitors. The IS500 performance level is one step higher than the TLX Type S.

[@jafet3898]

@@hybridsnowleopard nope you don’t understand my opinion, I’m comparing the cars with their segment not by their price. Maybe you might compare cars by price, I don’t, if you compare them by price you might compare a tlx with a highlander? Because they are kinda the same price. If you compare cars by pricing that’s alright but, it makes more sense to me by the segment because you can’t compare and M2 which is a sport car with a IS500 that is a family sedan sport car. If you look there the video most of them are compare by the segment.

[@loulou9878]

Terrible review

[@ininjau]

Says "super stable" at 6:06 then turning and *screeching tires* 😅

[@Mc.Nuggetz]

You will always screech tires turning at higher speeds. It’s when you don’t start to lose it is when you’re stable and feel in control

[@jdb1478]

No turbo>turbo

[@ngarci8040]

For a private sponsored review this seems very biased to me… lOl

[@Toyota4Life]

The real sport sedan has RWD. Lexus please Sorry Acura. Still making gussied up accords. That Acura is overweight, oversized while being cramped on the inside and under powered.

[@jec20721]

Most modern sports sedans are AWD. The TLX shares as much with the Accord that the IS shares with the Camry so hardly anything. And if that were true the Accord is fast more sprting than the plain basic Camry. Even the 3.0L V6 is unique to Acura, unlike the Lexus V6.

[@Toyota4Life]

@@jec20721 I don’t care if it’s special to Acura it’s a underpowered motor I’m 100 percent sure the lexus 3.5 (2gr) makes more power on the dyno. The TLX Is a FWD based drivetrain that’s was given AWD to mask its horrible weight and poor driving dynamics. Acura does not make “sports sedan” they made normal peoples movers that they try to market as “sport” with big exhaust tips and big wheels. Lexus actually has V8 and cars with almost 500hp Those are Sport sedans not what Acura is trying to market.

[@Shinglesdoctor]

@@Toyota4Life Research. The Type S has almost nothing in common with the accord. And the AWD system is rear biased. I do agree that the car is on the heavy side though.

[@jec20721]

@@Toyota4Life dude are you serious lol? the NSX makes nearly 600hp. The SH-AWD in the TLX is rear biasedwhat and what makes the car heavy in the first place . Oh and Audi is way more sporting than Lexus and doesn't make a single RWD car besides a very small number of R8 V10s.

[@Toyota4Life]

@@jec20721 the Acura is heavy. Slow. Cramped unpowered and FWD based. Acura has made anything spotty in like 20 years better off getting a Honda

[@itstime3088]

For this much I am thinking about Tesla more

[@HPM2024]

Both are boring. The TLX is another flop from Acura and it’s ugly. The Lexus looks a tad better, still boring. The IS500 would be the one to get with that V8. I’ll stick with the Germans.

[@SO_L-GR]

🤣🤣🤣

[@F_JoeBiden-tu6cl]

There is nothing Japanese about Type-s. It was designed and is built in US.

[@Ecuador006]

The red on tlx is 🔥 💚

[@coachfive9656]

Just picked up my IS 350 and it’s perfect ! Comfortable and reliable

[@markc9949]

A year later now, are you still happy with it?

[@kongxiong6005]

You have to drive a type s to realize how good of a car it is. All the other cars are slightly faster on a straight line but I can tell you the Acura handles so much better

[@brana1646]

Bro totally! I test drove it and it legit feels like it's sucked into the road but in a good way? Especially with turns? Irs hard to describe but whatever bought a 2022 one 😃. Waiting for it to arrive.

[@XMG3]

I drove it and the handling felt like a boat compare to my BMW F32. But I totally understand the advantages of it, both lexus and honda are worth it just for the reliability alone.

[@draxuno]

@@XMG3 BRUH you're comparing it to a bmw ofc it handles worse

[@XMG3]

@@draxuno yes, but many compare toyota to bmw for reliability, there is no comparison also

[@draxuno]

@@XMG3 yeah it's just stating the obvious

[@omairsh8]

The TLX is the best looking sedan on the market imo

[@titusrome2863]

That doesn't say much about your opinion now does it

[@HPM2024]

Absolutely not. The Audi RS5 Sportback exists… The TLX is ugly.

[@JL-hc3to]

Uh sorry it really is not

[@mitch20003]

@@HPM2024 the audi RS5? hmm idk they both looks great. but thats on a whole different price category.

[@kamuzujones1608]

What are you smoking brother?? Stop it !!

[@Carfan678]

Not an Acura or Lexus guy but I definitely think the Lexus looks better

[@cdawg3506]

Agree

[@PS3Gameplays123]

0:35 “Lexus says if you buy an LS, you’ll experience amazing”. I thought this was an IS video?

[@cliffcarreviews]

Shhh! No one was supposed to hear that

[@BobbyDigital_100]

This obviously should have been the IS500 vs the TLX Type S. 😒

[@brianschultz7320]

Yeah. Or the TLX a spec vs the IS 350

[@jonathanng138]

I love how you put a specific time stamp for competition, you really get to understand the context more

[@bretmenoche1891]

Why has no one put the F sport vs G70 3.3T?

[@SO_L-GR]

This is laughable... why do the video if you don't have comparable cars. 🤣 IS always underrated anyway, 2GR doesn't need to prove anything.

[@Mitchelltrucker1221]

The IS 500 will destroy the Acura type s .. so no wander the didn’t want to include that comparison..

[@philups4796]

Huh? It wasn’t out when they filmed this. Said it quite clearly in the video

[@stnkpalm]

Instead of making excuses about the fact that the Lexus doesn’t have the options it needs to compete with the Acura, you should have waited to make this video until you had the actual enthusiast version of the Lexus, the IS500.

[@porschegt2346]

Tlx s does not compete with the is500. Tlx is in the mid tier luxury segment like the Audi S4, BMW m340i, C43 amg and the Is350. The is500 is an oddball in between mid and top end. Has the mid tier stuff with their top tier engine.

[@murk4545]

You shouldn't compare the 350 F Sport to the TLX Type S. It's not a fair comparison as they aren't competing trims. TLX Type S is $10,000 more expensive than the IS 350 F Sport. It would make much more sense to compare TLX A-Spec or Advance Packagewith Lexus 350 F Sport. The A-Spec is STILL $2000 more expensive, but at least it's closer. While F-Sport is 'Sporty', so is the A-Spec. It's still 273 hp with a 10 speed sequential with paddles, and a handling oriented AWD system. The Type S is a very special high performance trim, Lexus does not have a comparable option for this, I guess you could compare the IS500 F-SPORT. It would be like a less extreme version of comparing the Lexus F-Sport with AMG or M cars. It's just not trying to do the same thing.