New TLX A-Spec Marks the Return of EXCITEMENT for Acura

[@Kallipolis7]

All Black makes this car look 10x better. My all black version looks so sick.

[@daver1161]

Good stuff Nathan. Just got a 2018 3.5 V6 Tech Package, and love it. I'll be trading it in 2020 for a TLX V6 S when the time comes.

[@nwbklr]

Looks like a lifted truck I owned.

[@marvinmcclendon9347]

My dad has the 2015 Acura tlx 2.4 with the all wheel steer it's quick

[@nwbklr]

Is this dual clutch?

[@tonyhector4842]

Great review. I have this same car w red seats. Amazing car .... very special.

[@ameerskater]

can you tell me about the 2015-2016 acura tlx transmission issues ?

[@AutoN8GT]

Yes. The transmission production was outsourced by Acura/Honda to ZF which is a company that’s been making transmissions for years for brands such as Jeep, Audi, BMW and more. They are very good transmissions (8 and 9 speed) which are dynamic and sporty while still contributing to better fuel economy. Problem with the ZF 9-speed application in some FCA(Jeep/Chrysler) and Acura models is that it never quite worked right at first. The transmissions have to be programmed by the respective engineers to fit with their cars optimally. FCA and Acura’s with that trans sometimes experience lurching and the feeling of acceleration while you were actually slowing down. It would downshift in a sporty way but it was unsettling because you’re just trying to stop at a stop light. Also, there were experiences of the car being very jerky through the first 3 gears under moderate acceleration. If you drive quickly all the time then you might not have noticed it. But that’s not entirely practical. Moving forward with every year since, the programming has gotten better and the performance has gotten a lot smoother. Now you get the benefit of a quick shifting automatic with the ability to downshift and rev match so you can power out of a turn with the peak power. The latter is what the car was designed to do when you wanted it; unfortunately it happened at other times too which was not good. Now they are better in the 2017s and above. 2018s have 0 hint of those problems lingering. If you’re going for a 2015 FWD, then pay attention for how it shifts at slow speed. AWD TLXs have always been better suited to that 9-speed so I think AWD is the way to go if you can find one. Good luck!

[@ameerskater]

thank you! i just want a tlx that doesnt have any transmission issues period, since transmission is a very huge deal to me, and i cant quite afford the 2018s but the 2017 i can. thank you for your input!

[@ameerskater]

pohanka.... thats in northern va right? i think youre right near me

[@GoofieNewfie]

As an owner of one let me give you a few reasons NOT to buy it. 1. Transmission issues that STILL aren't fixed from 2015 onwards on the 9-Speed Auto. 2. Acura DOESN'T care about you. I've had countless Honda's, this is my first and last Acura. Avoid.

[@richierich6879]

Ah thanks Nathan for showing the ambient lighting in the inside door handle how much more a month is the aspec from the tech v 6

[@AutoN8GT]

Richie Rich it depends on the residual and money factor on the lease as well as the price difference and the deal that your local dealer gives you. Keep me posted when you make your decision and I can let you know about the best options

[@paulmorales5774]

Sorry I forgot to ask. Every video shows using the Apple map app, can I use the WAZE APP as my main map app ??

[@AutoN8GT]

Paul Morales Apple CarPlay only shows apps that Apple wants to use. Android Auto (google version) will let you use google maps or waze, but you have to have an Android

[@lefty6061]

2.4 is the better option

[@AutoN8GT]

Daniel Kim I agree. As a drivers car, it’s a better balance. Some people stubbornly stick to the V6 as a principal and I don’t like the dynamic as much due to the heavy V6 sending almost 300 to the front wheels. The DCT and I4 are a better drivetrain duo. The Aspec does really improve the V6 option though due to the suspension and in the US, Aspec has only been available in the V6 until recently. Now you can get a 2.4 Aspec and I’d chose that over the V6.

[@aceswizzle8045]

That car looks amazing! How much is it worth now that it’s been released for almost a year?

[@AutoN8GT]

Ace Swizzle we have good deals on them at Pohanka Acura. Best deals are on cars that we currently have in stock. Are you looking to buy one?

[@aceswizzle8045]

Nathan Adams Cars Yes. Interested in 2018 TLX A-SPEC SH-AWD Black int., Black ext.

[@AutoN8GT]

Ace Swizzle SH-AWD versions of the A-spec are hard to come by, but we get a lot of cars traded in. I could keep you posted and let you know about the best deal on a car like that. Would you like to message me on the Facebook page? facebook.com/NathanAdamsCars

[@Kallipolis7]

Ace Swizzle yes all black is the only way to go. I have one and I loooove it!

[@mccraejoey82]

love this car and color but I want the red seats

[@AutoN8GT]

mccraejoey82 those are nice. They’re just harder to find!

[@mccraejoey82]

Nathan Adams Cars I know they are 😔

[@ameerskater]

yep sure is. how weird lol

[@andrepierre8566]

Which it had 340 hp

[@AutoN8GT]

Andre Tyson A-spec is just meant for aesthetics. The Type S that is going to come out will have more power 😏

[@andrepierre8566]

Nathan Adams Cars Sweet ,I owned a type s

[@AutoN8GT]

Andre Tyson that is a nice car!

[@homescool3767]

looks like a camry

[@marvinmcclendon9347]

No it doesn't