Finally, available for order
is finally available for purchase, just one year after its online debut. The 2021 Type S is now available for purchase at a starting price $52,300 (MSRP), excluding destination or handling fees. The performance sedan is now in a strong position against its direct competitors, but that’s another story.
Acura will sell the TLX Type S, which includes upgraded wheels and summer tires for an additional $800. This brings the total price up to $53,100. The sedan is powered by a 3.0-liter turbocharged V6 engine that produces 355 horsepower (265 Kilowatts), and 354 pound-feet (354 Newton-meters). An AWD system with true torque vectoring ensures that power is delivered to all four wheels.
The TLX Type S is a solid option in a crowded segment. Acura’s entry is very affordable compared to German competitors, but there are many other models that are less expensive in their base form. The table below compares the prices of the 2021 TLX Type S with those of its competitors.
Model |
MSRP (before destination) | Engine and power |
| Acura TLX Type – | $52,300 | 3.0 V6, 355 Horsepower |
| BMW M340ixDrive | $56,700 | 3.0 l6, 382 Horsepower |
| Audi S4 | $49,900 | 3.0 V6, 349 Horsepower |
| Mercedes-AMG C43 | $56,500 | 3.0 V6 385 Horsepower |
| Lexus IS 350 F Sport AWD | $44,950 | 3.5 V6, 311 Horsepower |
| Alfa Romeo Giulia Ti AWD | $48,200 | 2.0 l4, 280 Horsepower |
| Genesis G70 3.3T AWD | $44,200 | 3.3 V6, 365 Horsepower |
The data also includes information about the fuel consumption of the performance sedan. The combined EPA rating of the performance sedan is 21 MPG with 19 mpg in the city and 25 mpg on the highway. The TLX Type S’s V6 engine is mated with a 10-speed automatic transmission.
The model is now available for order and comes in six exterior colors as well as three interior options. The sports sedan now features the exclusive Tiger Eye Pearl paint and Orchid interior combination.