How Fast? 2018 Acura TLX A-Spec Driven and Reviewed

[@JohnSmith-oj6xi]

A good balance of power, fuel economy and reliability I'm still a fan of naturally aspirated V6s.

[@thedell2515]

Great car! A lot of haters but - I love ACURA! The TLX 2018 is actually faster than the 7.4 he gives it. I’ve run it and it comes in closer to 6 seconds. Red leather seats, badging, 19” wheels, and SHAWD makes the car. I highly recommend looking at one up close and driving it. Awesome -

[@DustyPearl-13]

With a D button..like a toy....NAHHHHHHHHHHH I WOULD RATHER PICK A 2014 TL 6MT

[@thorsky2754]

Plus that engine responds really well to a full exhaust in a mild tune. Even just long tube J pipe makes a ton of difference.

[@dr._breens_beard]

i think its cause its above sea level by about a mile in this video. could easliy subtract a second from any of the times here and that will be what most people will achieve

[@Niguido8]

Tony Hector they’re a mile above sea level so the cars are slower. Note the 5.3 second 0-60 for the challenger hellcat

[@ryanpress4219]

also where im at my tlx from 2015 gets a 5.7 second 0 to 60 so theres alot to do with where hes located

[@RomaneMaticaliseGordon]

As an Acura owner, they need to step their game up, they are seriously lacking in the speed and design departments.

[@dannyc8617]

Must agree, they seem to have stepped away from what made them popular in the first place. They used to offer what you could not get in the Honda badged siblings. When you can spend less, and get the same or better out of the Honda brand, I ask myself, what's the point?

[@esteban75lover23]

Maticalise Music Master switch to BMW

[@RomaneMaticaliseGordon]

Danny C Exactly, I’m still hoping they make a comeback for the next generation of their lineup.

[@RomaneMaticaliseGordon]

consolence s Great cars, however, their reliability record scares me.

[@esteban75lover23]

Maticalise Music Master make the leap.

[@cluelessdriversofmaryland1816]

No cars handle like Acura's. I've worked at a Mercedes dealer and our base 2012 TL blows any of the AMG's out of the water. I would love to get my hands on one of these. The design has stepped up and this is by far the best value for a luxury sports sedan. Nobody else will give you this for $45,000.

[@d1sturb3d119]

None of these idiots understand suspension tuning at all. I love Lexus's and ironically enough they require the most work to be setup right. Acura's are tuned brilliantly from the factory. Takes someone who actually understands handling to know what it feels like.

[@twoclevah]

Infiniti does

[@HalfBreedMix]

+twoclevah Yeah, but Infiniti is forcing turbocharging on us now.

[@abovemadness]

I agree my 4th gen 3.7 is amazing I love the handling so damn much and it's why I stay with it! Even though the 3.7 kills oil so fast 😂🙄 it's worth every penny! But I'll say this Acura needs to put down more power and it better come via Type S

[@Kallipolis7]

My ACURA TLX ASPEC is best handling car I have ever driven. I love it!

[@agaad22]

The last good Acura was the TL type S 6 speed manual

[@jakes5530]

aag318504 07-12 rdx with the 2.3 turbo was and still is a fantastic vehicle

[@AR-dq8rm]

The TSX was nice too...

[@abovemadness]

I love my 4th Gen sh-awd finding a manual is hard hoping I can but I also want a Type-S very soon.

[@efrainvelez6201]

Amen

[@alexsosna7180]

i got an 08 TL Type S. best car acura ever made! the 09 looks like it has down syndrome in the back

[@infamousian123]

I'm so done with the well above sea level tests. Gives so many people a misconception on some great cars.

[@nolan4727]

infamousian123 wym

[@blarghman332]

It’s super annoying. 20 percent power loss in Colorado

[@minipandora22]

Amen !!!

[@goldie260]

That's why i refuse to give up my 2012 acura tl 3.7 awd supercharged 306hp 💯💯💯

[@Tcho2100]

derrick t supercharge with only 306hp? 👎🏼

[@goldie260]

Tcho2100 hey thats what they put out when it was produced but i am going to fine tune it up soon....

[@troytruong8246]

Lol. Myself and family have always driven acuras and the TLs. Imo. i dont find 2009-2014 tl model appealing. Newer tlx is not appealing neither except tje Aspec tlx.

[@RobertZ1973]

@@Tcho2100 It isnt supercharged... hes an idiot.

[@Trades46]

The new Accord 2.0T kind of makes the TLX irrelevant. A V6 is nice but 290hp isn't going to cut it in its segment. I like the A-spec look but it needs the powertrain to back it up.

[@oldtwinsna8347]

It's not about the engine with the TLX, it's all about the SH-AWD system that is not and never will be available in the Accord. but you're right, the powertrain here is woefully out of place. The worst offender, though, are the 4 banger FWD only TLX. Have to be on crack to even consider buying one of those.

[@MarkFrankJPN]

Not sure about the TLX since the model refresh but all the reviews said the 4 cylinder one was more fun to drive than the V6.

[@joecool9739]

@@MarkFrankJPN Well seeing as Ford and a few other Automakers have 4 bangers putting out 330HP its not a surprise. In fact Ford discontinued its Mustang V6 because it was irrelevant in the face of the ecoboost which has more HP and better gas mileage.

[@MarkFrankJPN]

@@joecool9739 the power between the 6and 4 of the TLX is still substantial but they said the 4 was more fun to drive because of the better weight balance and lighter weight overall. Will be interesting to see what the next gen brings in 2021 or whenever.

[@troytruong8246]

Accord is ugly af imo. And 4cyl? Hell nah.

[@hondajohn6948]

Remember how nice Infiniti’s and Acura’s were? When the G37 and TL both made over 300 hp handled amazingly and looked like nothing aka sleepers. I miss 2010

[@lenpelechytik9574]

Yes. 2012 g37 was a fun car

[@troytruong8246]

@@lenpelechytik9574 I don't like 2009-2014 tl. the design is not appealing. the tlx aspec is sweet!

[@anthonybarletto4378]

Troy Truong but those Tl s blow the embarrassing tlx away ate a a spec up 2 days ago was pretty embarrassing

[@fatomiabdul7997]

@@troytruong8246 this A-spec is even faster than the tl. Watch samcar legion channel. You'll see. A lotta people saying bs that this car is slower than the generation it succeeded

[@axr2000]

I just have a feeling that everyone just has a problem with the brand, not the cars. People continously say that it's down on power ETC when a regular 3 series has just 300 Hp. The Lexus is 350 is still NA WITH just 15 more horsepower. The next generation of Acura is going to be the best. And everyone says that it's just an Accord which its not. Half of these negative comments never even driven a TLX to make that conclusion. Because if it's not the power that's the issue then they say it's the interior which is waaay better and different .

[@AlaskanSnowLeopard]

adam cruz exactly.

[@dontelindsey5846]

You're right and most of these comments come from people who can't afford a new one or a pre owned one.

[@mrdario9397]

Andy Li - Don't be ignorant. I've owned a Merc and a BMW and now an Acura and I can honestly say that the build quality of Acura is excellent! The feel of the materials are comparable if not better than the Germans. There is no flex, rattles, or noises that come from the chassis unlike some BMWs. I'll admit design is where Acura falls flat when you compare it to Mercedes and Lexus but BMWs aren't exactly inspiring to look at either. Acuras are hard to beat when it comes to quality and value. Period.

[@d1sturb3d119]

Half these people haven't driven the car and talk shit. Around corners it's planted and rotates beautifully under throttle. The transmission rev matches on down shifts and is impressively quick. People want to hate because its easy.

[@HalfBreedMix]

To those complaining, you do realize this is NOT a Type-S, right? However I do somewhat understand why people feel underwhelmed when Acura slaps all those badges on the car.

[@larrycalloway1724]

They couldn’t At least make the engine 300 hp !

[@abovemadness]

Larry Calloway its ridiculous smh my 4th gen has abit over 300 and it's a 09 Acura need to put down more power and it better come via Type S

[@chili_boi2537]

290 hp is more than enough!

[@thorsky2754]

Agree. My 4th gen has 305. Sometimes yes 10 or 15 hp can make a difference, plus it's bragging rights anyway. Something over 300 hp just sounds better than 291 hp. It's all psychology at that point.

[@Diioooonn]

The sh awd is much faster

[@max2icyy746]

Larry Calloway that sounds rly stupid 10 hp is nothing smh 🤦‍♂️

[@DesuVR]

No wonder the RLX doesn't sell, this car looks freakin' sweet!

[@abovemadness]

Moar Desu RLX is such a nice car tho

[@Kallipolis7]

Bro if you saw my all black one with moonroof and 19 inch 2-tone rims and dark chrome - it blows the one in the video out of the water looks wise. I will never get rid of mine. The car is soooo sick and best drive ever. It destroys my brother Lexus.

[@worldofai-games1036]

Sounds like Acura needs to distinguish the RLX more.

[@chili_boi2537]

@@abovemadness you can get a Mercedes e class instead

[@theresn0limit]

@@chili_boi2537 that would last 2 years before needing major repairs, no thanks

[@lancercool1992]

My mother recently got a 2019 MDX, I was happy and excited and all then I realized, the J series is a 20 year old engine that still uses a timing belt with no significant updates

[@danthonyphillips1617]

Wei Wang it’s pretty damn good tho

[@troytruong8246]

Its proven to last 30 years. Why fix if not broken?

[@troytruong8246]

No engine is better than NA v6.

[@justinstbh5030]

My mother has an 04 A spec and my grandmother has a a 06 S type, I want to get one of these cars now they’re bringing back an awesome model.

[@bobbylarry9880]

I have a 08 TL type s and am really considering trading it in for a new TLX . I took mine in for the timing belt change and they gave me a 18 TLX for a loaner. It did have the tech package but was FWD. I liked it and when I took it back I test drove the A Spec. It was great looks good and was fast enough for me. I don't need three cars (have an 15 Durango) If I ever get rid of my TL it will be for the A Spec! Blue with Black interior

[@jc51373]

I felt the same way about this car, wasn't impressed with how speedy it was. I ended up in a V6 Accord Touring and much happier and wallet is heavier.

[@ChristopherOSU]

Better value indeed. Though I think the 2018 TLX is a much prettier car - the 2018 2.0T Accord is an even more appealing choice though. If I was paying with my own money, I can't see buying the TLX over the Accord because about it's only real advantage is how quiet it drives.

[@RelentlesslV]

Accords are boring to look at and still kinda slow. Save your money and Lease a European car if you want top performance and good looks.

[@gdumpling6889]

Everyone talking about HP but no one talks about the handling.

[@drivecfl]

Exactly, many just look at the surface like hp and torque. This car can probably out mauever many others.

[@mdawgmdawg5580]

AS A DAILY DRIVER 290HP IS PERFECT FEELS PERFECT WHAT MORE DO YOU WANT.

[@zfmr]

Got to understand these guys are located ONE MILE above sea level. Makes a HUGE difference to output of naturally aspirated engines and therefore performance results.

[@spazgang5497]

Great video! I've always been a fan of the Acura TLX, and this review of the 2018 Acura TLX A-Spec was spot on. The detailed explanation of the handling package and unique badges really helped me understand what sets the A-Spec version apart. The power of the 3.5-liter V6 engine and the smoothness of the nine-speed automatic transmission are impressive. The exterior design changes for the A-Spec, like the grille, headlights, and rear spoiler, give it a sporty and aggressive look. Overall, this review was informative and engaging. Keep up the great work, The Fast Lane Car!

[@Offshore1977]

That’s a beautiful car. My neighbor has one and it looks great in person. And on sea level, that car is quick.

[@srtxxx4661]

LSanti no it's not !!

[@Offshore1977]

M M Oh yes it is. By far. Thanks for your comment though.

[@srtxxx4661]

LSanti The kia Stinger looks way better and it's quicker, and believe me I can't believe I'm saying that ! ACURA needs to get it together !!

[@Offshore1977]

M M I saw the Stinger a few weeks ago at the dealer. It’s a good looking car but I will take an Acura any day before a Kia. But to each their own.

[@bosccoh]

M M kia is only worth buying after 2 years from now, when it has lost over 50% of its original value.

[@err20three]

Not feeling it, it doesn't have the Acura feeling like the 07 type s TL ( love that car) that even to this day still looks good used to have, this Acura seems boring, ( I would go with Lexus GS at this point) they surely can do better, either Acura is trying too hard, or they're not trying at all....

[@user-ut3yo7ul7z]

Erick Iglesias i Definitely agree with you. I’ve been saying that for a while. The brand lost its Mojo after the 07 & 08 models

[@justinnegron4843]

They definitely aren’t trying at all. They are focused on Honda

[@toddmediumwellingtoniii478]

well because its not a type s that's why

[@larrycalloway1724]

Erick Iglesias I’m disappointed

[@err20three]

Todd Medium Wellington III type S was a success, they should follow what made that car successful, now even with more technological advances and better engineers, I'm all for a type S 2.0

[@mahinkhandker6830]

In the video you stated that the TLX competes with the "Infiniti QX50" but it actually is the "Infiniti Q50s" :)

[@matthewcarusi9797]

I own this car and I can tell you with absolute certainty that a 0-60 run is completed in around 5.5 seconds...

[@oldtwinsna8347]

Not at that the elevation they tested it at. That's what counts.

[@eurosonly]

Bring back the legend!

[@PVo-1111]

Nathan does the best reviews

[@FortuneSeek3rz]

C'mon Acura! Give us a 350 hp sedan and a DCT!!

[@RaY_77W]

they listened to you..m

[@badabing2302]

Tlx type s has joined the chat

[@GrabinGears]

OMG his his leaning on the car is driving me crazy 😭😭

[@toddmediumwellingtoniii478]

I could care less about 0-60 times or hp. My reason for purchasing a car is how it drive, and feels.

[@ChristopherOSU]

Feels good man, feels good.

[@goitoutdoors]

Saw this in the bright blue. WOW! Love it

[@zacharydodd8102]

I have the 18 TLX in bright blue. Its neat

[@lgnfve]

yawn. would get the 400 hp infiniti q60 redline waaaaay before this. yes the q60 is a coup and costs a bit more, but you get waaay better looks and a truly fast car. acura reliability has dropped too low to make that a buying reason any more.

[@thatguymar3383]

lgnfve hell yea

[@copperfit4087]

To me Acura is going backwards point blank period! Acura best years for the TL was 2002-2014! Starting with the 2002-2003 Acura TL Type-S 3.2 liter engine with 260 horsepower and it had a time from 0-60 in about 6 seconds and quarter of a mile in about 14.6. 2004 Acura TL A-Spec 3.2 engine with 270 horsepower going from 0-60 in about 5.3 seconds with a quarter of a mile time of about 13.9 with a six speed manual! Now there were rumors that it had 300 or more horsepower! I can tell you that I had a 2003 TL Type-S and it was quick but after driving my brother 2004 TL A-spec that car would beat the 2003 TL Type-s bad and I believe it had close to that 300 like they said! But both of these cars would beat the new TLX A-spec and regular TLX like they stole something from them!Now after 2004 they didn’t make a TL Type-S into 2007 which to me was a detune version of the 2004 TL A-Spec but was still a good car running from 0-60 in about 5.7 second with a quarter of a mile about 14.3 with the RL 3.5 liter engine. Then after that when Acura came out with the 3.7 TL with a 6 speed with 305 horsepower 2010 going from 0-60 in about 5.3 second and a quarter of a mile time of 13.7 with sh-AWD. I felt like they were back on track into the 2015 Acura TLX! Boy what a let down if you have drove any of those other TL! Bottom line Acura got to get back to their roots! Performance,performance and performance! I’m not talking about just putting an A-spec badge on the car and tuning the suspension!! Put some horsepower into their cars cause 290 horsepower is so yesterday when you see how the Hyundai Stinger GT got 365 horsepower with a twin turbo 3.3 liter V-6! But I have saw were Acura supposed to be bringing back the Type-S badge with a twin turbo V-6 soon! I can only wait and wish into then!!!

[@alj7094]

This car in real life is about 6 1/2 seconds. Like the Camry TRD, I love the look, especially the rear, meh power, and it's that" people think it's a sports car but it really isn't" type of car.

[@honestycounts9352]

A V-6 Camry now has more power and is actually faster, for less money.

[@Ss31994]

Honesty Counts and lighter !

[@carsonklein4707]

That is true, but this has AWD and I think this looks far better (but that's just me).

[@Ss31994]

Carson Klein the new camry is beautiful even comes with a black roof that matches the rims.

[@carsonklein4707]

I do agree, the 2018 Camry looks far better than it's price suggests. I simply prefer the look of the TLX.

[@ChristopherOSU]

Not just you. 2018 Camry is ugly, this car is beautiful

[@BecauseYoureWrong]

I'd love to drag race against one of these in my 17' Ford Fusion Sport.

[@blazerboiz5996]

i actually just beat one today, don’t know how these dumbasses always get such slow 0-60’s, i can do 5.4 all day in my regular tlx

[@GrabinGears]

Such disrespect

[@omarb5385]

@@blazerboiz5996 fusion sport is like 360hp and 350trq i highly doubt your tlx is faster than a fusion sport

[@LiftHeavy1]

No clutch pedal. Come on acura, who are trying to fool?

[@HalfBreedMix]

First of all, this isn't a Type-S. Second, even if it was, there might still not be a third pedal in it; face it, the 00's were the last period where stick-shift was the performance choice for mass-market automobiles.

[@Demoldee]

Hopefully the type S delivers better on the performance side, whenever they decide to make one.

[@1231nlp]

Infiniti Q50 Red Sport, Kia Stinger GT, and Chevy SS are better choices for the money.

[@footsportgame3214]

Andy Li lol

[@MedykFamily]

N P I'd mostly go for the q50

[@troytruong8246]

Q50 red sport is cool. I dig it. Stinger gt is designed by feminine males. Thats why it looks so feminine. Korean culture is so feminine. Lol. Never id buy kia or hyundai. Never!

[@Jmitch767]

I own this car and it’s extremely fast and smooth as hell.

[@iknew8082]

I like it but the interior looks old or look same as those 2009/10 honda

[@_Mario_PL_]

Acura is going backwards, my 2010 TL SH-AWD has 305hp and this 290hp. They lost me, I will get an Audi A5 Sportback or 2018 Lexus IS 350 F Sport. Might pay $5k more, but it's well worth it and the interior on the others is much better.

[@YasssStitch]

MarioPL How many qt of oil do you add when you fill up on gas?

[@_Mario_PL_]

VanGogh34 6,000 miles between oil changes and not a drop of oil. I know some are not as lucky.

[@d1sturb3d119]

You realize the gearing is shorter, the car corners much better than the older TL, the suspension is exceptional and it rev matches on down shifts... What are you on about?

[@alexmustang8611]

+MarioPL Horsepower doesn’t matter.

[@vonstervon4407]

Aspec stands for Aero package and nothing more, hoping the TLX type s will have the new turbo engine and a better interior

[@jayb0nd007]

0-60 could've been faster if a light weight driver was driving

[@troytruong8246]

Lmao. Poor test with inaccurate numbers.

[@noherekruger3738]

Word on the street is the Typs S is coming back with a turbo charged V6. They need to step it up and have for YEARS when it comes power.

[@ARB0204]

This car needs the same turbocharged engine found in the Type R with the same 306 horsepower and 292 pound feet of torque paired with the 10 speed automatic and sport hybrid as the RLX for the next generation, It seems that Acura cheapened the TLX compared to the 4th generation TL which has done really well for Acura when it comes to sales and offering competitive luxury for less money, this TLX though no longer sells as good as the TL and doesn’t offer the same luxury as the European competition. Acura please do something if you want to be competitive in this segment, you guys seem to be competing with Buick and they caught up to the higher luxury brands. I would recommend people to get a fully loaded Honda for less than 50 grand and enjoy the same or more luxury for about $10000 - $20000 less.

[@ForTehNguyen]

acura is a joke, lexus had 306hp DI/PI engine since 2006, Camrys can get 300 hp 3.5 V6 8AT. CTR engine is going to on boost everywhere to lug this 3800# sedan around, mpg will be horrific

[@bosccoh]

pochoun33137 lol turbo j-series... Put a twin scroll and cut some weight on a J 35/37 and this car could compete with C63s... And of course, can't wait to see those engine swapped civics XD

[@legionz5025]

It's time Honda designed a new V6 or even a small V8. They have the engineering prowess.

[@davidbrowne9984]

pochoun33137 Another factor is also that they had major issues with the 3.7 j series engine. It was more powerful putting out 305 hp but the issue was it was defective. The engine burned oil and eventually the engine was no good. Had they perfected the j37 and slapped a turbo on it would no longer be a fancy accord. The new Accord V6 has a turbo and its faster than it's previous version. Second issue is the TL replaced both the tl and tsx. It's kind of in between and lacking some true identity. For a while the Honda Accord sport looked better with its front lip and 19 inch rims. Just a thought...what dyou guys think?

[@davidbrowne9984]

pochoun33137 I had that engine and replaced it. It had an insatiable appetite for oil. Was costing alot of money with full synthetic top ups. On the flip side it's a powerful fun car to drive, the awd is amazing paired with that engine. Lots of grunt when you really want to get up in speed. I'm putting in a 2014 engine. We'll see how that goes :). I'll get it back in a week or so.

[@BurningUp99]

I like this... I have a TSX now that I still love but it's not going to last forever...I think this will be my next car.

[@Cmdrjo]

I like the aspec look, but Acura needs to do something with the powertrain. The J35 V6 is a good engine but it's also dated. Acura is being left behind by turbo 4's and larger displacement engines. Look at Honda, they are doing great things with smaller boosted engines. I wonder if the tlx could beat an 18 accord touring 2.0 at this point.

[@focushdtv809]

😂😂😂 would kill a fckinh 2.0

[@roguedogx]

1:38 It's slower than an Accord!?! Really Honda, Really?

[@aashaytambi3268]

No it is that the guy didn't measure something right. Because I can get a 5.7

[@crxtreme69]

0-60 this is in the 5’s now 7’s

[@ChristopherOSU]

The Acura TLX will not be very compelling until they offer a Turbo version with more power than the 2.0T Accord. If they add a Turbo V6, then they will have a model that Accord simply cannot compete with, that is the type of clear performance advantage a brand like Acura needs to distance itself from (above) Honda/Accord (without having to pay "super car" prices as you do with the NSX - it's disappointing that they raised the price of the NSX 2.0 so much higher than the first NSX).

[@Flip_Angle]

Acura never fails to disappoint... Luxury brand? Ya right! I thought it'd be slower.

[@toddmediumwellingtoniii478]

Neil Porter what makes it not a luxury car

[@Flip_Angle]

Todd Medium Wellington III well I really said luxury brand. However even this car, Honda has a tendency of making Vehicles just good enough. Acura has done the same thing. A luxury car should be more on the opulent side and less on the just good enough side. If you want to compete with the brands that they are claiming to compete with, they need to take it up a notch. Most of the people who buy Acuras are older people who just want something nicer but don't want to spend the money. People aspire for Mercedes, BMWs etc. Hell even the Genesisis doing luxury better.. Nobody I know aspires for an Acura.

[@toddmediumwellingtoniii478]

Neil Porter I actually like acura, and I hope to get one soon. The only German car I would consider is an Audi.

[@Flip_Angle]

Todd Medium Wellington III What about Acura sets them apart from Honda? Or do you feel it competes with Lexus or infinity? I'm serious, not being an ass. I'm just curious. Because I'd spend the money on the Audi et al.

[@matthewsahr5205]

Neil Porter The company has heart. Plus I'll have it for more than 4 years

[@foldzan1]

Why are you even bothering to do a 0-60 test at high elevation? You'll never get an accurate test.....

[@foldzan1]

I'd wait for the new 410hp TT version in 2021

[@RomaneMaticaliseGordon]

It’s actually 355hp. I was hoping for 400+hp too let’s see how this type s performs

[@bjc_9975]

All the people complaining about this car have never sat in or driven one. They’re actually great cars and in person the A-spec is beautiful. I agree with the fact that the regular tlx looks somewhat boring though.

[@ChristopherOSU]

Yes, it's a great car (as of the 2018 model, and older ones that have had the transmissions replaced). I think the 2018 refresh is a huge improvement to the car's appearance, and, the improvement to the responsiveness of the head unit was also quite significant (from what I've heard, I never tried the old one). ***But*** when you go into an Acura dealership they tell you that Acura is a "performance automobile" - the TLX (V6) is powerful, but "smooth" power, not give you an adrenaline rush knock you back into your seat exhilarating torque level of performance, not by any means. It's outside is sleek and subtly beautiful - my only complaint is that the exhaust tips are obviously fake (as in they are enlarged and the actual pipe is much smaller) - I *hate* fake pretend performance design aesthetics, such as fake "air scoops". Inside the leather seats are firm yet comfortable. Small touches like the bezel-less rear view mirror, and the beatifully simple yet elegant looking speedometer and tach along with the LCD middle display between them make me smile (especially at night). To be a great "sports sedan" and to live up to Acura's claims of being a performance brand, they ***must*** step the Acura models up to a level *above* what the Accord 2.0T brings. And also, Acura's highest performing sports sedan must not be beaten by a Honda Civic! (Type R). Acura cars must have (gain) a leg up over Honda cars in terms of performance, or they (as a brand) do not have credibility.

[@vectorracer]

Why are there test done a mile above sea level? That favors turbo cars more then naturally aspirated cars.

[@Houdokennnnnn]

Car looks mean, but even the Honda Accord 2.0 T dusts this in the 0-60mph test.

[@SeeWorldKevin]

Dacono CO? Is this track you're on right next to an outdoor paintball arena?

[@housepianist]

This is what the current Civic should look like.

[@Welcometofacsistube]

Seems to me we’re experiencing a backwards decade where the 2010-20 Japanese cars are what the American cars were in the 80’s and vice versa

[@legionz5025]

Just Acura.

[@ChristopherOSU]

Acura sorely needs to put a 3.0L Turbo V6 into their next TLX if they don't want to basically become irrelevant outside of the crossover/SUV segment. That said, I own the 2018 TLX 3.5L V6 and find it to be a very nice car, pleasant to drive and beautiful to look at. Quiet and comfortable to drive/ride in but still solid feeling performance handling - just, sadly, not quiet competitive with the performance of a $50K+ German true "Sports Sedan" like an Audi S5 or BMW 5 series...

[@seventyfive1]

There's something going wrong at Acura HQ when they make a 3.5L V6 that can't go faster than my 2.0L Audi. Was hoping to swap my A4 at lease end for something reliable that I can drive for 10 years.... I guess I'll be waiting for a while

[@maxou5757]

Guys... don't forget something. This is a mile above sea level on a N/A engine car. Of course an Audi A4 with a turbocharged engine will be faster at this altitude. At sea level the 3.5L SHAWD TLX does 0-60 in under 6 seconds according to many reviews.

[@Chironex_Fleckeri]

Why did Acura not turbocharge it? 320-330 HP and similar torque and this car would be fine. Give it a 6spd MT and itd be desirable. 45k can get you a lot more car as is

[@oldtwinsna8347]

Acura is not interested in pleasing performance enthusiasts. They embrace SUV buyers foremost.

[@super_badass]

I feel like this car is behind in its time. For the money why is there atleast not some brembos? 290hp when other cars are closer to 350. Acura is falling further behind imo

[@JDMintegraVTEC]

Mike Coolbaugh I could chop one in my 08' TL Type S a spec. For the time a much better package IMO. I actually prefer my interior also.

[@EternalLust]

I agree even the Kia Stinger is offering Brembos. A Kia offering that while Acura is a luxury brand. 🤔

[@JDMintegraVTEC]

Yeah totally. This TL A-Spec looks great. But honestly, they should spend a little more making the car into something different than just an appearance package. 3.7L, 330 horse would be good. Better trans too.

[@t.k.morris]

The Kia Stinger GT with the 3.3tt engine is $55k

[@ChristopherOSU]

That's why you can buy them for $3,000 - $4,000 below MSRP. Car review magazines were already calling them a "good value", and all-around solid good car before that kind of discount. They just don't quite compare to a $50,000 BMD or Audi in terms of performance. The 2018 refresh of the TLX is a beautiful car to see in person, and a pleasure to drive if you're OK with sacrificing the "fun" of rear wheel drive. At almost 300HP it's still god decent performance, it's just less of a "sports" car and more of a "luxury" car. All my family members really enjoy being driven around in it. When I put it in "Sport+" mode, it's still a fun car, just not quite as thrilling as a MazdaSpeed, VW GTi V6, or higher performing BMW/Mercedes/Audi. If Acura comes out with a 3.0L Turbo V6 version of the TLX, it will absolutely breathe new life into their brand and be a very desirable car (I want one so badly already and they haven't made it yet).

[@tacopro218]

That thing is A-Spec(tacular) looking and not everyone wants/needs a rocketship as a daily....

[@ChristopherOSU]

For a "family" sedan, it is indeed a pleasure to drive and looks sweet. Certainly not the dream car of a single young man who wants to get his adrenaline pumping though.

[@quazimoto5241]

Nice video! What's that gadget you used to time the car called? In Sport+ this thing pulls off the line really hard. One important thing to note is that this car is programmed to learn your driving style over time so it may be that this car has been treated mostly gently because mine def gets to 60 in 6ish seconds. With sport+ the transmission feels clunky in low speeds but if you're trying to get up to highway speeds, I find it performs best in automatic. The SH-AWD (Super Handling - All Wheel Drive) vehicles do not come with P-AWS (Precision - All Wheel Steer), the latter comes with the FWD cars.

[@ryanhendricks9293]

I can't imagine these cars selling well. I had the 08 TL Type-S and it was great...except it had no power. In this modern age, if you can't produce a RWD vehicle with at least 3-350 horsepower you're missing out on a large chunk of the sport sedan market. People generally expect a little get up and go with a "sport" sedan. Honda, BMW, Audi, and Infiniti are all offering 4 and 6 cylinder forced induction engines...Guess I'll have to keep on waiting for Acura to join in and maybe I'd go back to them.

[@crucify40]

Dig the Rush shirt brah.

[@MyBrothersKeeper101]

🤘🤘🤘 LOVE THE SHIRT🤘🤘🤘

[@JL-dz8sj]

It took Acura 16 years to get the J-Series to 290hp from the first “sport” focused version, J32A2... No Manual trans option either for this new one :,(

[@Kallipolis7]

I have an all black version and it is the funnest/nicest car I have ever driven. Moon roof with all black and 19 inch 2-toned rims looks so sick and the ride is absolutely amazing. I can see myself keeping this car for 10 years. German cars are crap - unreliable and when they break down they are 3x more expensive to fix. Acura’s last forever. Get it in black. Black looks way better than any other color for the ASPEC.

[@drivecfl]

Sounds nice man. They're nice rides. You get in one of these you can easily forget any negative comments about the infotainment. It's still a nice upscale interior. I was surprised on the test drive of how nice.

[@MrDre-pq2jl]

Such a shame this dude can't drive this car...v6-sh awd gets to 60 in 5.6. But with all the safety features you have to turn off the traction control and collision avoidance. This car dusts ever A4 including the 3.0T easily. Especially in sport + but even in normal mode. The reviewer needs to learn how to drive the car first, then come back and do another video.

[@mclovin5199]

facts i own a tlx tech package and its quite fast

[@miguelchambers9760]

its looking more and more like a accord as the years go by

[@adrian3747_]

OMHG SOOO BEAUTIFUL

[@ZDriver1996]

The design of that SH-AWD system should be better than most its competitors and be a road handling monster. Beautiful car. This car should have been tuned to get 20 more HP and TQ to set it apart and break that psychological 300hp mark and smoke an Accord. Ditch the dumb exhaust noise coming through the speakers. I bought my 1st Gen TSX used for $12k 9 years ago. No car payments for 6 years and the car will last 10 more years no problem. Well taken care of it looks and runs like new. Most people have car payments because they buy less reliable, or more expensive cars they can't afford, or dont take care of their cars. Honda/Acuras are ultra reliable and by not having a car payment for 6 years I've been able to stash away A LOT of money.

[@senorbautista6143]

These days it looks like Honda pays more attention to its Lawn care division than Acura.

[@nsmilitia]

Change the exhaust and you will feel the power the car should have when it comes stock

[@jdmjimmy]

Acura should make a coupe version of the tlx the car will look more badass

[@HalfBreedMix]

Honda/Acura seem not to be interested in making a coupe of any model beyond the Civic. They just stole our Accord Coupe from us while robbing us of our V6 motors. They are letting sales reports design their cars, in a time where even Toyota has managed to put fun inside a F'ing Camry.

[@daver1161]

Coupes look ugly as hell. Every person who drives a coupe luxury brand is a middle-aged dude who is trying to relive his youth.

[@Frenchyk]

They will get my attention when they bring back the 3rd pedal.

[@ribbit1964]

they should've at least turbo charged the motor - $46k is a good chunk of change for just asthetics

[@AR-dq8rm]

Don't you think Acura came up extremely short on power/torque, a lack of a turbo, (in a turbo competitor market) and opting for a faux exhaust tip set up rather than actual exhaust tips? Don't you also think that the buttons replacing a gear shift is also a fail with so much technology available to still have that gear shift in a uniquely fresh and new idea? Just doesn't feel like it stacks up. The regular v6 is still rather boring.

[@NatureRecycleFlorida]

i think the Lincoln MKZ ecoboost is faster by 2 seconds with more power for less or the same money

[@MrRodillo123]

Lol literally any year accord v6 can do 0-60 in less than 7 seconds

[@joey1458]

Even the 9th gen accord sport manual can do 6.5 sec lol by car and driver

[@TheCarCrazyGuy]

$46k? No way!

[@ChristopherOSU]

Negotiate the price and you can get the non "A-Spec" 2018 3.5L V6 Acura TLX Tech package for closer to $36K. However, the Acura is a better value than competitive BMW or Mercedes vehicles regardless.

[@retiredafce3373]

Great review! Just under powered!

[@ChristopherOSU]

I think 290 HP is plenty, just needs more low end torque and a sportier transmission (such as a 6 speed manual).

[@iamsam8446]

After the dust has settled, I'm happy with my 2015 TLX TECH. (Free and clear goes a long way.) The A-spec... too much show, not enough go. I have my eyes on the S5 Sportback as my next whip.

[@YasssStitch]

Iam Sam I also have a 2015 TLX SH-AWD V6 Tech Pkg and I couldn't be happier.

[@efthimios]

If Acura made the tlx a little faster to compete woth q60 and 340 it would be very interesting since it offers better reliability

[@musicanoofficial7233]

I own a 2012 Honda Accord V6 sedan and it does 0-60 in 6.3 seconds 7,000ft above sea level... stock with a cold air intake...

[@drywalljunkie6969]

Holy haters really I bet most of you couldn’t afford it .Car feels better than all your older Acura’s give it up jealous people .And the accord had 17 did nothing but slip terrible open your eyes and be real people .

[@By_Any_Means_Necessary]

It's a very sharp looking car but for that price range I'll stick with my stinger gt2 which has alot more power and i think even more tech for that same price they should have price it alot closer to camry

[@VortexVibe634]

So... a big ass F150 is faster 0-60 than this A spec Acura 😳

[@preciadoalex123]

Torque

[@VortexVibe634]

Alex P. I know I own an F150 😛 was surprised with the results nonetheless

[@alvilla701]

EmilFerr77 I could almost say that I own both, I have a f150 ecoboost and a 2014 accord touring (only 17k miles)

[@nickmotsarsky4382]

At high altitude, sure...

[@nickmotsarsky4382]

sleepybird09 What did the F150 do 0-60 at high altitude?

[@golfbuddy1969]

What has happened to this channel? With all the exciting new cars coming out, why would you review a car that is a rebadged boring car, and really no different in performance from the original boring car?

[@mrhawk1924]

Still just as nice in 22 with only 174hp Turbo

[@josephhenderson8435]

My 03 TL type S does 0-60 in 5.9 stock, this is ridiculous 🤣

[@JohnJohnson-mi9wf]

It wasnt just 2004, they had a-spec TL’s from 2004-2008

[@LongRon6969]

It looks SO good...but it needs a RWD V8

[@rickyholmes9969]

2:47 Infiniti qx50 ?

[@OverlandTT]

Sounds like a vacuum cleaner! It needs a Hoover Badge!

[@OverlandTT]

Guy, I completely agree with you there on the Hoover Craptor.... I'd like to see the V8 Raptor with the all Aluminium body and the 10 speed on a side by side mpg, 0-60 and tow test. Similar things were said about the Vauxhall/Holden/GM "Craptiva" too....

[@kevinsamaroo380]

Doesn’t compete with the “Infiniti Qx50” but the “Infiniti Q50” is what it competes against!

[@marianamedina1039]

my acura does 0-60 under 5 sec. what the heck happened to a-spec?

[@RobertZ1973]

which one? you cant just say acura dunce

[@lpac8272]

Just bought a 2018 Accord 2.0T Touring and it's 5.7sec 0-60 blows away the Acura. Acura seriously needs to step up their game. Honda has better tech and better performance, yet Acura is part of Honda.

[@drivecfl]

Does it really blow away the J series V6? Blow away may be overstated a bit. The V6 is a sub 6 sec car in most cases depending on the conditions and driver of course. The 2.0T is an amazing engine for what it can do and the low end torque was beefed up, but I would think that 3/10 of a second give or take and can vary is not blown away. 4.5-5.0 sec then that would make sense. I agree that Acura needs to up the performance. There is talk about the Type S TLX with a turbo V6 in a couple of years or so. They need to save the sedan market. They may become an SUV only brand at some point if they don't make changes soon.

[@darnellrogers8884]

I think the HP needs to be bumped up to at least 300 but all in all the SH-AWD makes up for that lack of horses...

[@drivecfl]

For a DD it's plenty. We all think we don't have enough because we're brain washed by all of the brands claiming who has the most performance. The majority of the current cars, aside from the real econoboxes can give you enough exhilaration for the daily drive. With all the cars on the roads today it's tough to use the power. If you want 500hp then look at a track type of car and do it there. Too many crazy people on the roads already not knowing the capabilities of today's cars driving like a-holes.

[@Ubon94]

Why does the accord looks so much better inside and out?