Is the NEW 2021 Acura TLX a BETTER luxury sedan for the MONEY?

[@floridaman7]

This is probably the first Acura in 15 years that I actually like

[@1Nathanc]

Acura killed it. The 2 screens was terribly ugly.

[@RaitisRides]

I totally agree.

[@samuellinares2001]

It was good in the first gen but just got outdated

[@MelloHubb]

@@samuellinares2001 it got outdated like 6 months after it was released lol

[@nanananana571]

@@RaitisRides yea hehe.

[@samlung2724]

A taped on tablet will get outdated quick. I perfer in dash screens.

[@senorgato70]

The double wishbone suspension allows for a lower cowl like vintage Honda’s and Acura’s. Love it and love this car. Cannot wait for the Type-S

[@12pm59]

Never a Acura fan but I’m impressed nicer interior. The exterior is beautiful

[@RaitisRides]

They brought their A game!

[@12pm59]

Raiti's Rides I really like how they use basically the interior from the rdx and those rims are beautiful imo

[@RaitisRides]

@@12pm59 AGREED!

[@gregholman2930]

With The Last Generation TLX- Acura Kinda Phoned It In- But They Got Busy With This New Model, Bravo Acura!

[@samuellinares2001]

I love scura

[@autonewstv86]

I’m impressed nicer interior. The exterior is beautiful The tailight reminds me of Alfa Romeo Giulia

[@SAlam-kg3nw]

I agree it does look like the Giulia taillights

[@qnzman578]

Surprised I haven't heard anyone say that about the tail lights, it's the first thing I thought too

[@ghost2112_fpv]

I have a 2012 TL Tech and love it, but man seeing the Type S at SEMA and seeing it now...Amazing

[@latinbeandip]

they look alot better on the black...i thought it looked like a mazda when i saw it on red tho

[@Oneness100]

You're high. the Giulia's taillights don't extend past the body lines like these ones do.

[@carspotterfl1883]

The amount of work put into these videos! I finally got to see that. Great job Joe!

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks brother! It was great finally meet you in person.

[@GoofieNewfie]

I do enjoy his video's and food analogies.

[@La-yt1wr]

I'm so in love with this Acura TLX and Honda Accord.

[@RaitisRides]

I’m so glad that you like it.

[@Andres.Herrera]

@@RaitisRides I really wish they had a little more power I say about 285 HP and 290 Torque and less WEIGHT. The car weighs too much for it's competition, it's around 3900 lbs. Other than those 2 ZONKS this car is an A+. Amazing exterior, premium interior, technology is prime, you can't go wrong with this car. This chassis was meant to have a bigger stronger engine and that's what's coming in February. Always enjoy your videos and appreciate the way you explain the car. Keep up the great work Joe!!!

[@GoofieNewfie]

@@Andres.Herrera technology is only bare min of what everyone is doing, nothing stands out, nothing new, and only this trim gets basic things like hud and ambient lighting which is almost every competitor car. It still has a manual handle for tilting the steering wheel?!?! Touch pad is worse than Lexus, I tried it. Taking the Accord engine which we know can do 300hp easy and not even bothering to increase it from 272 at all is a shame. Downshifts on new TLX are really laggy in manual mode, see other reviews.

[@poisonpotato1]

@@GoofieNewfie I don't know about your other points. But all the trims have ambient lighting

[@Andres.Herrera]

@Cuong Nguyen The TLX chassis was meant to have the 3.0 V6. There is a gap right behind the motor of the 2.0 because it's too small. That's why i wish this 2.0 had more hp and torque to compliment the weight of the car. Yes I agree the accord would beat it easily

[@AngelGarcia-dj4kw]

Can’t wait to see the TLX Type S with ASPEC package and V6 AWD !!

[@brittoncoil2518]

The type s is an even better package than the a-spec so it will just be the type s

[@AngelGarcia-dj4kw]

britton coil oh fr? I thought the type s was a performance package and the aspec was just for loos

[@AngelGarcia-dj4kw]

britton coil looks *

[@brittoncoil2518]

Angel Garcia yeah but you can’t have an a-spec and a type s is what I was tryna say. It’s one or the other. The type s looks even sportier and has better performance

[@luishenriquez9823]

@@brittoncoil2518 have an 06 aspec and I am saving for the type s to drop since I was too late on the 08s and to young lol fuckin stoked

[@xavierlopez7096]

I love the car. Great review! Love the direction Acura is going. I can’t wait for the high performance version!

[@robertporter1591]

Excellent review and consistent with my test drive of a new TLX today. This vehicle is extremely well put together and it has some of the most comfortable seats ever. Materials are high-quality, it handles well and the styling is sleek. If the most serious drawbacks are flimsy paddle-shifters and no USB ports in the backseat, I’ll take it. Everything else has been well thought out in this car and it’s definitely on the short list for my next auto purchase. And unlike some of the folks on this forum, I actually found the track pad logical and easy to use.

[@vietusa74]

A couple other reviewers said it gained 400-600 lbs over the 2020. Wished Honda had at least gave it the same hp output as the Civic Type R.

[@gregholman2930]

WOW!! Now That's What I'm Talkn' Bout, Sensational Acura! And That's Just This Is Just The Entry Level TLX, Can You Imagine What The Other Two Offerings Are Gonna Be Like?...CHEERS!!

[@Andres.Herrera]

@Raiti's Rides I really wish they had a little more power I say about 285 HP and 290 Torque and less WEIGHT. The car weighs too much for it's competition, it's around 3900 lbs. Other than those 2 ZONKS this car is an A+. Amazing exterior, premium interior, technology is prime, you can't go wrong with this car. This chassis was meant to have a bigger stronger engine and that's what's coming in February. Always enjoy your videos and appreciate the way you explain the car. Keep up the great work Joe!!!

[@Itsjamilagain]

Unfortunately this isn't the entry level, it's the Advance package which performance aside is actually the fully loaded model. It's higher than the A-spec and will have more luxury features than the Type S. The base models are still very nice.

[@jp71889]

Had a 2004 TL, loved it. Owned about 5 cars since then, always searching for the same driving experience, but never able to replicate it. Decided to switch things up and try out an SUV (Jeep Grand Cherokee) for a higher ride, but I find myself seriously desiring a more intimate driving experience. I've obsessed over reviews of this 2021 TLX for the last 72 hours now and i am pretty convinced i'll be trading my GC for an A-Spec SH-AWD during this holiday season, thanks largely to your reviews, Joe. Appreciate it.

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks Jack for letting me share it with you!

[@mrraymond99]

How is the sound inside while driving, how does it ride and take imperfections in the road?

[@SAMusement]

I swear when joe flipped down the rear armrest I thought he was gonna say “and here in the back you have a slot where you can place your uncharged phone”. Lol why no charging in the rear Acura??

[@quentintheriot18]

Awesome underrated car. My friends dad has a 2018 and it’s an awesome car

[@thomas4776]

Joe what a fantastic review. 2021 TLX is really beautiful, I just got three months a 2020 TLX. I will plan on looking in to this new model in 2023. Still love my 2020 A Spec model.

[@pinoykidstoyschannel4722]

Soo tasteful! They could make the wheel a bit nicer and agressive. That’s my only zonk.

[@RaitisRides]

I agree with yiou!

[@matthewliuliu666]

It looks much better in person, and the wheels on aspec looks gooooood!

[@hevyhita000]

I love the look of Acuras

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that you like this one.

[@hevyhita000]

@@RaitisRides no usbs, what were they thinking😔

[@zonkar]

Acura is back

[@RaitisRides]

Oh yeah!

[@Aubreycr707]

Saw the A-spec trim and I was literally blown away, can’t wait to test drive it and looking forward to the type-s, I think the wait will be well worth it

[@ItsChrisWorld]

As much as I dislike Acura’s interior styling, I’m feeling this one and now I wanna trade my 18 Accord in for this new TLX 😫

[@sachemrock]

I want it! I own a 2013 TSX Sport Wagon and love the direction Acura is going in with this new TLX. Round exhaust chromed tips like my 1999 TL would look better than the vacuum cleaner exhaust tips. Classic is better than trendy in my humble opinion but at least they are real. I love the Acura brand and unlike others have always seen the value in their cars despite some of the haters harping on their 2 screen infotainment set up on older models.

[@IamJay02]

I love the new acura tlx. It's a fantastic looking car. Acura did a great job with this new tlx.

[@c.nelson9098]

I had a 96 Acura legend. Still my top 5 best cars i ever had.

[@lostlothbrok7156]

I like luxury as much as the next guy but we really want a rsx/integra refresh for 2021 (2 doors only!!!) With a manual option

[@RaitisRides]

I am right there with you!

[@BrianPaulRenfroekamacazikidd]

I LOVE how your measuring analysis is ALWAYS food related 😂😂😂💀💀

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks Brian! I really appreciate you being part of the Raiti's Rides family!

[@BrianPaulRenfroekamacazikidd]

@@RaitisRides I’m here for it! Glad to be apart of it! Keep the food relations coming! I’m in an Acura TLX GEN 2 group on Facebook and it’s getting a lot of hate and a lot of fanboy stuff. I get the lack of certain features, and how it’s heavy and underpowered to some competitors but I still think it’s going to be a great car. I compare it to the FK8, Civic Type R. Everyone hated that it stuck to FWD and it only had 305 HP compared to the other hot hatches higher numbers, but the CTR has proven to be king. I think the Type S will do the same. I’m excited for it and the successor to the ILX and it’s Type S and the MDX Type S

[@JitinMisra]

LOVE IT. I think this car is the best looking luxury sedan in its class. It beats Audi a4, Benz c class, bimmer, and cadillac, and of course lexus.

[@lowKut]

The last time I was impressed with an Acura sedan was the second gen Acura Legend. Welcome back Acura!!

[@godspeed692]

Back at it with the great reviews. I ove this car. I want to trade in my camry for the Type S next year. This is amazing.

[@sharkoop173]

Love the new TLX. looking forward to the Type S coming in February. I wish I would have waited to buy mine. I own a 2020 TLX ASpec V6. I really do live the car. It is incredible and a joy to drive.

[@camejko]

The grill reminds me of the Black Panther costume

[@RaitisRides]

You are spot on with that!

[@wbwayne8887]

God rest his soul.

[@ronnestman4696]

I swear you are a Gatling gun of endless awesome car reviews! You hit them all 💯💪😂

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks Ron! You are so very awesome! I appreciate the support!

[@johnbenz82]

Honestly, the only Honda I am waiting for is the new TYPE S TL. Longgggg awaited since 2008 type S. I miss my 07 type S. Such a nice ride and tech. “Comfortable NSX”

[@SaintMecha]

Accord and TLX twins are great value. More modern from the inside and better looking than Toyota and Lexus Camry/Avalon/ES. Only thing that rivals them for value and performance are the HMG's Stinger and G80 sport.

[@RomaneMaticaliseGordon]

The Accord and this TLX are not twins. They don’t share the same chassis nor tech. Just two different variations of the 2.0t and 10 speed transmission. That’s literally it

[@lyfesaquarium]

This car is super loud. I have the 2019 which was a v6. There is a BIG difference. Thanks for the video. I love your videos and relaxed voice

[@moonyjoon]

Bought it in A-Spec. Have owned over 15 Acuras over the years. This is by far their best car inside and out. Will definitely move to the Type S when it arrives. Way to go Acura

[@billm47645]

As an owner of a 2020 Acura RDX ASPEC and a 2018 BMW 340xi Msport that is coming off lease soon, I was hoping the exterior design might be a little better. The Acura RDX is good looking all around. This has some funny lines, curves. It’s a bit busy. The dashboard has this tiered look that reminds me of a Chevy Malibu in the right and left corners. There’s too many different materials and versions of plastic and graining. I am hoping the Type S cleans this up to some extent. The old exterior design of the TLX was clean and the perfect size.

[@bill7481]

I like this car, minus the fake air vents. I love that Acura has kept the speedo and tach analog. Thanks, Joe. I will get dictionaries for kids. LOL! Joe, you're crazy, and I love it! Keep 'em coming!

[@AWG59]

The real question is, will the dash crack in a few years just like all the other TLs have done? That is my only gripe about Acura. They WILL NOT take responsibility for their dashes despite the fact that way too many people have this issue for it to not be their fault...

[@enabulujames7066]

Nice review and big Ups to Acura from Nigeria 🇳🇬

[@RaitisRides]

Thank you so much that means the world!

[@iamTW64]

Great review! I bought a TLX in '22. You highlighted everything I love about this car!

[@RaitisRides]

That is so wonderful to hear.

[@ganzonomy]

If they kept the CD player and the natural v6, I'd be all over it. Weird having an incredible sound system that most will only feed MP3 to.

[@NileshR12]

Well most people don't use CDs anymore. They're a dying method of music playback

[@redzoom7857]

CD quality sound is awesome. So I'm glad I have the option in my infotainment system. But if you get HD files you're still good. As for engine, I'd take the turbo 6 in the Type S.

[@nimaghasemi7058]

I wish they made a trim with A-spec looks and advance features

[@Pietro931]

Put name in for.a Type S after seeing the Spec A this weekend. Looks great in a photo or video, even better up close and in person.

[@GoofieNewfie]

Ex TLX owner here, returned mine months back, waiting for this to come out, actually the Type S. I've been following this car and it's development for 2 years. It's a massive disappointment. Car is as small as a G70 in the back, smaller than the last gen TLX, but almost 3" bigger in every direction?!?!? 4000lbs for a 4cyl, bad on gas and marginally better than the V6 is replaced, the touch pad infotainment is a mess, the shifter in the dash is push button yet again and why is it in the dash like a CRV? No digital cluster, only the advanced gets a hud and power folding mirrors and a 360 camera, the screen is too far away making it seem very small, the backup camera takes up a third of that tiny screen...why not use the entire screen? the red seats with the grey alacantara centers look really odd, no wireless android/apple, no new tech at all inside. The A-Spec is basically just a base model with painted black wheels,grill,trim and a spoiler now and doesn't even have skirts or unique wheels anymore, the 4cyl sounds weak. Then there's the Type S - a brand new V6 with a "estimated" 355HP...weak, and they stripped all the features and tech from the advanced trim out of it, and it doesn't have a hud, 360 cam, heated steering wheel, remote start, power folding mirrors....and more. Basically the Type S is the A-Spec with a V6. Outside looks good, but the plastic cover on the radar is a eye sore, the wheels are boring, no fogs on Type S, you can't get paint matched splash guards anymore and it's more $$$ then ever. Why does Honda keep doing this? you don't make your already small car, smaller! you just made your car less appealing and practical to more people. The thing is gigantic outside and tiny inside...what? Where's the new tech? where's the digital rear view mirror, digital cockpit you kept bragging about, active exhaust, why does the A-Spec not get the good suspension....WHY? Your packaging and trim levels make ZERO sense. Why would you get this over a G70 with a 3.3t in it for same or less money and the G70 has the same back seat space and more tech?

[@timetowakeup6302]

I would never buy a Hyundai

[@rmknicks]

I could zonk the hell out of this car but I cannot zonk Joe's quality review of it. Another great one, Joe.

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks man for having my back!

[@rmknicks]

@Der Schwindel Blah 0-60, blah gauge package and awful infotainment interface. It's just all blah. Caveat: I haven't seen one in person and there will be sportier versions coming.

[@MAli-nw4jq]

@Der Schwindel it got the zonk of the century!

[@MAli-nw4jq]

@Der Schwindel 14:10

[@BarikSingh]

Great review Joe! I believe the 0-60mph time is actually 5.7 seconds and not 6.4 for this vehicle according to Alex on Autos and other publications, that’s just a half-second slower than the new Civic Type-R. Have a great weekend!

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for the info.

[@DMCarReviews]

This car is not fast lol. 6.4 is more like it with all its weight.

[@BarikSingh]

Audi Quattro It’s not fast, but 5.7 seconds 0-60mph is no slouch. It’s quicker than a new base Maserati Ghibli, Quattroporte, and Levante. And yes it actually does accelerate to sixty in 5.7 seconds due to the power, torque, and SH-AWD, just look up the review of this car on Alex on Autos KZbin video.

[@DMCarReviews]

@@BarikSingh It won't be 5.7s. The Accord is around 6s with much less weight and the same power. I will hopefully test one myself with a dragy soon, and want to see what Motortrend posts. Judging by the slow and leisurely accelerations I have seen in the video, definitely does not look anything like 5.7s.

[@BarikSingh]

Audi Quattro It may not look like 5.7 seconds but that’s what it does. Just look at the video from Alex on Autos he does thorough tests and he accurately shows it hits sixty in 5.7. The Accord 2.0t does it in 5.8 and that’s because it has less power and torque than the TLX. Also, think about it, Honda wouldn’t make the TLX slower than the Accord that it’s based on because no one would buy the more expensive car. The Accord has 252hp and 273lb compared to 272hp and 280lb in the new TLX. The difference is the TLX has slightly more power and torque, but mainly is down to better traction as the SH-AWD helps the TLX get off the line better while the Accord struggles a bit more in comparison due to its FWD configuration. Just check out the video, you’ll understand: kzbin.info/www/bejne/h4C6pZShoMSWp5o

[@evandanielsson1347]

I have to say, I only have 3 car reviewers that I thoroughly enjoy watching. Alex on Autos, Doug Demuro, and you. You crack me up with your snack storage ideas and you’re also super detailed and informative. Love how you always do a walk around of all the exterior styling features and whatnot. I hate Acura and still enjoyed this video haha! Keep up the great content. (:

[@LS1007]

Nice looking but I wish they had kept the round exhaust tips. Looking forward to the V6 turbo model. Thanks for sharing it Joe! 👍🏻👍🏻🇺🇸

[@RaitisRides]

You might like A Spec that I will be reviewing soon. 😉

[@LS1007]

Raiti's Rides 👌🏻

[@RaitisRides]

@@LS1007 Thanks Larry!

[@nateg5915]

im sure the Type S will have different exhaust. Probably quad tips rounded exausts

[@project.dfilms423]

Acura is back 👍🏻

[@niteshb.2515]

I like the G70 more, but this is still a great car

[@RaitisRides]

AGREED!

[@Troy-fv9uq]

Joe please review the new G70 when it comes out early next year!

[@hdavey72]

G looks better

[@GoofieNewfie]

I can get a G70 3.3t loaded here in Canada for what a 4cyl TLX top trim cost easily. Hmmm, same back seat size, but I get a v6TT, 0-60 4.5 seconds, I've driven it, it's a really good drivers car, and well equipped and soon coming with a digital cluster. Plus no maintenance costs for lease term or 4 yrs. That's a thing I'd need to consider before getting this and having just had a Acura for 4 yrs, top trim TLX, the car didn't hold its value, had reliability issues and some serious ones, and Acura service was not kind. I've had many many Honda's and I was shocked. First car I could not trade early on lease and I got stuck with it for 4 yrs term. Luckily it was mint and had no issues returning it...49,000kms after 4 yrs. SHAWD is excellent in snow though, and it was a great highway cruiser. I'll miss the v6

[@wbwayne8887]

Same here, especially the refreshed edition.

[@paullazecki5550]

Never a fan before but I like this car. And you can't argue with how the TL's have held their value.

[@Spiritcr1jsher]

Just brought back my 2018 tlx -shawd aspec. New car had no lease program so i bought a mazda ....

[@youarerightboss]

Is that intro from Miami Vice?

[@Logo897]

I love your detailed reviews great job as always!!

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for letting me share them with you and being part of the Raiti's Rides family!

[@FabienTeulieres93]

Gorgeous inside and out! Way to go, Acura!!!

[@RaitisRides]

I agree with you!

[@sdmcwilliams70]

That’s a huge improvement over the last generation. I’m still happy to save $15K and drive my Accord 2.0T Touring. Same engine and transmission and almost as many features.

[@redzoom7857]

TLX has it's own platform/chassis, not the same as the Accord. The 20 additional hp wouldn't be that big a difference I wouldn't think however. Lol

[@TheKingkingg]

Awesome review 👍 awesome car, you should do a night review as well, and SH-AWD

[@Mannycts]

The outside is spot on. The inside could of been better but over all it's clean

[@Aschoolbusandsimulatorfan]

My first car from 2021!! Great review Joe.

[@Karem19782]

The tailight reminds me of Alfa Romeo Giulia

[@RaitisRides]

I totally see it Karem!

[@yes8032]

The giulia seems like an good car

[@edwardvalivonis23]

Those taillights are from Giulia

[@ivangamer8022]

yea. looks like they copy the Alfa's back and BMW's silhouette

[@NEPALESE.AMERICAN]

Good artists copy , great artists steal

[@patricioolmedo9533]

The best TLX review I have seen

[@Warrior11117]

What’s better??? Base tlx or accord touring???

[@jarrodk.4991]

Ughh!! I'm waiting for the type s! My 2015 TLX blessed my soul and I decided that I'll stick with Acura. I also love BMW, buuuut I'm getting the type s and idc the price or about how much I love BMW! Acura is doing a fantastic job, and I'm excited!! Thanks, Joe! You the bomb!! 💣💣💣

[@texan903]

Many of the financial experts say that keeping a car note can torpedo a retirement plan but between this and the Toyota Avalon, I'm going to have to buy one or the other, and just keep it for 15 or so years.

[@texan903]

Another great video, btw.

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for that info!

[@RaitisRides]

@@texan903 I really appreciate you watching!

[@texan903]

@Just think why?

[@ultimateniggatron3831]

Better off with the Avalon.

[@officialcarblog8132]

Joe this is my favorite car ever. Good looks and a new interior, Acura has my pick for luxury compact sedean of the year but it's tied with the Cadillac CT5 which is a great car too.

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that you like this one.

[@Nestle245]

I think this is definitely mid sized.

[@GoofieNewfie]

I'm typically anti-american, and was saving for a Type S. But the CT5-V has certainly got my attention. Active exhaust, hud, pano roof, digital cluster coming in 2021, Wireless android/apple 2021, Alexa integration, proper shifter where it is supposed to be, wireless charger that even has the ac cooling it!, v6 growl, better infotainment and screen placement, 360 camera is 10 times better and multi view, remote start on fob, folding mirrors, lsd, rear wheel drive or RWD biased AWD, automatic trunk open with your foot, some neat proximity lighting with the LED door handles and stuff, sensible rear seats, massage seats, better looking wheels, vented/heated seats, digital rear view mirror, built in dash camera, magna ride, the list goes on and it's very good looking and comes with 4S tires. It is not however price competitive with the TLX, and not great on gas. Neither is the TLX for a 4 cyl and each reviewer for the tlx says 22/29 or 22/31 so I'm not sure which is correct, I believe it 22/29 as more say it

[@mr.blanco6763]

the placement of the volume button is GREAT. I hate the RDXs one.

[@RaitisRides]

I totally agree with you!

[@IKhanNot]

I've been busy as of late. I just grabbed a snack and spend the next few hours watching Raiti's Rides videos! Love the new TLX and as always it will have a good blend of ride and handling. One thing though with regards to the infotainment why not just use a knob style like the iDrive or MB Comand from a few years ago? Those worked well and those touch pads haven't been the nicest things to use especially in Lexus.

[@bigrig9749]

I look forward to a type s video Joe 🤔😉👍🏻👍🏻

[@TheBlessedBoy23]

Finally! Amazing review Joe

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks my friend.

[@MrGunzngirlz]

The look is back. The handling is back. The interior is back. The power is back. Now they just gotta cut the weight down a little.

[@GoofieNewfie]

maybe you should go see it before you claim this. This is the top model. The rest are not as impressive, and this has some major flaws.

[@MrGunzngirlz]

It's got Double Wishbone and nearly 280hp. It's an Alfa Giulia but reliable and for $20k less.

[@Spiritcr1jsher]

@@rishavroy3756 it's the $47k top model . Thats expensive enough.

[@M4B21S88]

Logλn L according to you its an Alfa Giulia because it has 280 hp? How about its just the fancy accord. Jeez

[@Spiritcr1jsher]

@@M4B21S88 but it doesn't share a chassis, suspension, interior , features at all with the accord . Just the 20L turbo . The accord has no awd and no 3.0 turbo .

[@mathieucossette9019]

Ergonomics at the front for driver! Superb!

[@Sharkven]

I was just at that dealership a few weeks ago! 😆😆😆 Can’t wait for the Type S!!!! 🙌

[@Blitz0065]

Love the dash on this TLX. Acura once again has my interest. My first four cars were Acuras. I pretty much left because they quit making coupes. Crossing my fingers they will return to that with this new styling. The NSX is a "pinch" out of my price range lol

[@jerellebullock8792]

Seen the a spec trim n advanced trim @ the dealership ship today & ill say im impressed.. type s is what im waiting for.. Luna silver, apex blue, n white i seen in the a spec trim.. & definitely looks good for sure n performance red interior was spot on ✅

[@jamalcontreras6895]

You should start showing us how the lights look on, with high beams on and off just to kinda get an idea :)

[@ZACH_95_]

Great video as always! With that power though you’d think it would have a better 0-60 time? 6.4 seems pretty slow for what it has and what it is.

[@trewebster5884]

I love the looks and everything...but that price🤨...and accord with the same engine setup would gap this thing.

[@suIIivan450]

Thanks for your review, Raiti! Just picked up a TLX/Advance in white.

[@tonyvn110]

Cannot wait for the type-s !!!!

[@paulo9504]

Saw the 2021 A-Spec last weekend at Mid-Ohio during the IMSA weekend up here. Pearl Red. It was super sharp. Really pretty and shiny. Also saw a blue 2021 Lexus IS350 F-Sport in the Lexus hospitality area too. It looked really nice too. Will still probably get an A-Spec since it is an all new platform inside and out. I am an early adopter!🤣

[@joshua9073]

Wow this has a Technology package and no back seat USB’s? Did they forget @ Acura what modern passengers want & need out back? Nice interior otherwise. Joe really brining the energy in this video! Great job guys! Nice redesign from Acura.

[@Doomreb]

I hope this is just the first step into getting back where they were. It made no sense how they dropped out and became soccer mom choice of the decade while Infiniti was still sticking to their guns. Good review as always!

[@GokalpSelcuk]

It has a forward-facing camera, but no 360 view when you put in reverse?

[@thejake8099]

Something's a miss...he didn't press any of the 📷 display buttons while in "reverse" .

[@johnmiller323]

Looks like a Mazda 6 to me, not bad just not getting an Acura vibe lol

[@eleanormassaro5195]

William the long front hood reminds me of the 6 too!

[@zbigt.1004]

Excellent and very informative,professional review.

[@trinibeekee]

This could make me start liking Acura again. I am eager to see the Type S version. Thanks for another great review as usual Joe!

[@mohammedawadud7238]

How does it compare to the Cadillac ct5 premium luxury?

[@Renatiux84]

How's the sound proofing? Can you really hear everything from the cabin while driving? I saw somewhere that was a major concern.

[@JeffCrowell11]

So Joe do you prefer the trackpad to the previous generations dual screen? Thanks.

[@jamesjones695]

Nice surprise. Expect the zonk for no USB's in the rear seat area. I wonder is carbon fiber a possible option instead of the wood grain. I would choose the Acura TLX over the Lexus ES. And I agree about what you said about the manual. Maybe you could do a head to head between the F sport ES, and the A SPEC.

[@RaitisRides]

More to come with the new TLX for sure!

[@vangtk10]

Much better review than the StraightPipes. I couldn't stand their review on this car.

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks man for saying that! I am so glad that i could share it with you!

[@entertained...]

agreed; it was closer to a bad yelp review than anything.

[@vangtk10]

entertainedbyidiots yea. They keep comparing it to the concept. Concept this, concept that. But then on Acura’s video, they said they can’t wait for the Type S even though the Type S has no aesthetic changes? Okay broskie haters.

[@islandon22]

Another excellent comprehensive review: Gorgeous car. I sold Acura and this or the A-spec should sell well. Most Acura buyers I've sold like a "good level of power, but not too crazy". This car fulfills that order perfectly. Acura is certainly not the first place to go for speed or track addicted drivers. And this model hits their Buyer Demographic sweet spot dead on 🎯.

[@sanaali9485]

whaaaaat! my 2021 advanced paackage rdx doesnt have wireless charging

[@seito1276]

This is the review I’ve been waiting for. Let’s see what you think! 😀

[@jerrymcphail4904]

My last 3 cars have been Acura 2014 RDX 2016 RDX andI have 2018 tlx advance. I am number one on Type S list at my local dealer. They notified me 2 days ago they had their first 2021 tlx advance. I test drove 2021 tlx advance yesterday after waiitng a year to see it. Not for me 4 cylinder is not enough power. The new infotainment was hard to see in sunlight. Went right to Genesis dealer and drove the G70 3.3T Sport. Ashamed to say G70 will out preform the TLX Type S. Very disappointed, next car will not be an Acura.

[@bobjones2580]

Great review. But, for $47k, should one get this or the RDX? Interior looks pretty much the same.

[@entertained...]

excellent review as usual! please do some evening reviews for some of the new cars so we can see the dash and ambient lighting. i had an '04 tsx and i really loved the dash and accent lighting.

[@RaitisRides]

I will try to get that together for you!

[@TheGamerShowsYou]

Acura did an amazing job except 1 thing. I cannot for the love of god get over the tail-lights, they remind me of the new gen regal gs