It’s still much more expensive than the previous model.
The Acura is a new model for 2021. Early indications indicate that it is a significant improvement on the previous model. It is more expensive than the previous model, at least for entry-level trim. Acura offers modest incentives for its new sports sedan.
Unfortunately, the current TLX leasing market is not very good. A base model TLX lease costs $399 per month, with $3,999 down, and a 10,000 mile limit per year. This is for three years. Add the down payment to the total monthly payments and you get a monthly payment of $510. With only $100 less due at sign-up, the maximum lease discount reduces your monthly payment to $369. This equates to a monthly payment of $477. The total TLX lease payout, as noted in the report, is almost the same as that of a 2020 with a significantly higher MSRP.
The base model TLX gets a new engine for 2021 that is nearly as powerful and efficient as the discontinued TLX V6. Acura has effectively eliminated the lower-performance variants of the TLX line. However, the price difference is $4,500. CarsDirect reports that 2020-TLX three year lease deals are still available for $299 per month with a $2999 down payment.
All that being said, the TLX is a car worth paying more for. The TLX has more power, more space, and is more enjoyable to drive. Only time will tell if buyers respond to the upgraded TLX or its higher price.