2021 Acura TLX Review // Don’t Buy That Mercedes, Yet.
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- Опубліковано 2 чер 2024
- What happens when you add an Acura badge and Super Handling All-Wheel-Drive to a four-cylinder turbocharged luxury sedan? The answer: the all-new redesigned 2021 Acura TLX Premium Elite. At $52,305.00 CAD, ($48,300 USD) this executive sedan is fit for a king, or queen, or even you! Watch as Thomas and James take it around the Throttle House Test track and discuss its interior and exterior attributes. SUBSCRIBE!
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Have to be the only reviewers to pull a fuse to make a car get sideways. 👍
Many cars seem like they could benefit from "addition by subtraction" in the fuse box
Officially we strongly recommend against this tactic 😬
@@ThrottleHouse “officially”
We do it in the euro community often. Rs3’s even have modules with buttons placed inside the car that bypass the fuse so they can do front wheel burnouts on the drag strip
@@ThrottleHouse my friend worked on the eps for this and he told me the vehicle speed data gets disconnected, and the steering angle calibration is lost when the fuse is pulled. The software steering end stops are also lost. VSA service mode is the preferred override
We should all genuinely start watching throttle house videos with headphones because their sound design is great.
funny that i had to cos work, and then I saw this genius comment!
@@jona7754 thank you man :) came from watching other car reviewers and instantly noticed the difference.
@@jona7754 I meant to say that the only other car channels you find this kinda production quality on are the ones that lack passion and humour. Either that or a bunch of rich dudes doing drone shots of their exotics.
I like that James always seems so excited to yell “AND I’M JAMES!”
I always start laughing out loud when he says it...
I read this right as he said it never really noticed 😂
I’m always excited. ITS CAR REVIEW DAY
I'm Thomas....AND I'M JAMES! 😂
I thought i was the only one who noticed that. Reminds me of a kid who’s really excited when an adult asks him his name lmao
Just traded in my Mercedes C for this 2 weeks ago. Great solid car! Problem with the Mercedes was too many plastic parts under the hood. Not like my 1st Mercedes which was very well built.
Traded my 2012 c300 for a 10 tsx. Love the audio in the tsx sound amazing
And on that day, the internet learned how to improve the driving experience of any car by taking fuses out of the control box 😂 🤣
It's old news...
Been doing that for years - ua-cam.com/video/PE3IeIIOMbk/v-deo.html
Can do that without pullin fuses
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The helmet dink is a classic piece of cinema.
I’m so glad that they finally changed the interior.
Lexus needs to take notes and get on that IS interior + engine :(
@@Eternalmotors they just updated the IS
@@blairwilliams136 they didn’t change the interior except added touch screen and it’s still the same engine. It was an update at best. The IS is long overdue for a full refresh.
@@Eternalmotors infiniti and their ugly two screens
Still looks absolutely outdated not gonna lie it has a good reason why this car isnt available in europe
Never remove the i8 helmet scene from your intro . Everybody loves it❤️
True
Overall this is a much more comprehensive review than TheStraightPipes (who were too hung up on parking pawl, the concept car, and the voice-recognition of "Yakub W").
SavageGeese, Alex-on-Autos, and now Throttle House all like the new TLX (especially the driving dynamics), so I couldn't care less if it can't voice-dial "Yakub W" with Apple CarPlay.
I used to love the 'Pipes, but gave up on them about a year ago. Maybe Lockdown drove them nuts, but they don't come close to the quality content the Throttle House lays down.
They make videos for different audiences bro. Straightpipes focuses more on the day to day stuff when living with the car which is important ofc
@@the-boring-car-guy Oh, I'll disagree about that.
SP got into the habit of comparing everything to a high end performance car. If it wasn't a Lambo or R8 they didn't give a hoot, and you could see it in the videos.
TH obviously prefer performance cars and driving, but they look at each vehicle based on what niche it's meant to fill, not just their own preferences.
Savagegeese does the same, everything is compared to some unattainable perfection. It drives me nuts. TH does an amazing job of their reviews.
@@JS-hw8ve idk. I haven't watched their videos in at least a year so you might be right. I don't compare them to th because to me they cater to a different audience, one that I'm not a part of
It's truly so awesome to watch two auto reviewers with such positive, symbiotic energy. Thank you so much for all that you do! 🙏
Like brothers!!! I love their chemistry!!!!
As a 2021 TLX owner, I absolutely love the style and power that comes with it!
I have a Acura TLX performance red and I love my car
How tight is legroom in the rear seats?
@@trinisuprazee a bit tight. If you as a driver like to sit far back, not good for the rear passenger. Definitely don’t stick really tall people back there, sit them up front. Other than that, I’ve been able to fit in 5 people including me
@@trinisuprazee there is no room unless you’re a child
I must say I like the design, it's nothing fancy but elegant. I drive an F82 M4, which is loud in it's design. But this is just subtle, I'd look twice on that car on a parking lot. They really nailed the design!
Best car review channel out there !!! With very objective arguments and they know exactly the segment of each car they review, just what consumers are looking for.
Man, I love you guys. I watch every video you put out, regardless of my thoughts on the car featured, as you two just make fantastic content. Keep it up, fellow Canadians :D
Acura did a damn phenomenal job redesigning this TLX . Too bad all I can afford is The 2.0 Accord lol. The Accord is just as awesome.
My friend has an Accord Sport and it’s crazy to me how nice they’ve gotten in the past years. I used to drive an early 2000’s Honda Accord 5-speed so stepping in my friends’ 2019 made me feel as if I was in a Mercedes. If I had the money, I would get an Accord 2.0 with the manual transmission, especially as Honda has officially stopped making manual transmissions for the Accord.
I know. The price went from $33k to $39k over one year.
Have to settle for the lil ilx
@@marufio i just bought an ilx and it honestly handles better. Low weight plus N/A engine = good experience for 5% more money than a civic.
In think the interior while well made is a ergonomic nightmare
The production value on your vids is off the charts. Really amazing.
"If you're a Honda fanboy, this car makes a lot of sense" This just about sums it up !
Waiting for the Type S with the turbo v6
Yesss with an awd option
@@leorodriguez6080 and 4-wheel steering
If they’re smart, they’ll have a rwd drift mode.
What HP will it have?
@НАТО в шоке, США обосрались I heard its 350Hp
Got hit by a red light runner on Wednesday. My 2018 accord is a write off. It’s funny because I was debating on an 18-20 TLX or a 2.0T accord. Now the ‘21 TLX is in the picture
Glad you're okay
Go drive a Model 3 Dual Motor (or performance) before you put your money on anything. It's the most fun-to-drive car you can get in that price range.
Wait for the type s
@@sooocheesy but it’s a bmw
Get a '20 tlx, they still have brand new ones on dealer lots and because its a "previous" gen theyre going way cheaper than a '21. Plus N/A v6 life is much better.
Thank you for the honest and unbiased reviews!!
Always great fun to watch your videos!!! 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
Good luck on the new channel!
Love it when James shakes the car side-to-side, no matter what car :) looks like a 5-year-old behind the wheel :)
Looks like the boys have their own area to test new rides💯💯
You guys and the carwow are my favorite car review channels ever since top gear😌😌
Keep it up TH🔥🔥
Ya Carwow and Throttle House are my favorited too.
Yep, funny, but to the point, these guys and Matt are good. The UK needs these ‘Hondas’
Pick one dude
Me in my head: *do the James wiggle*
James: I’m about to wiggle the hell out of this Acura!
Also, with many cars using screens for simple HVAC controls, it's nice to see that Acura has resisted that urge. I think Land Rover does the best job of incorporating screens becuase there are still knobs but the knob itself is a screen.
I love the honesty of their reviews. No badge snobbery here, unlike most reviews.
Had one of these as a loaner for a week and loved it. The interior seemed small compared to outer dimensions of vehicle. Ambient lighting took a bit to get used to.
I love y’all’s video man I’m a huge vehicle person Nd I just love watching this keep up the good work. 💯
I've driven an MDX (current and last gen) for the last 6 years with that shifter and I have stopped looking to shift years ago. It became second nature to push in to go back, and d for drive. I love it a lot more than the knob shifter in my new Lexus TX and even after driving TX for weeks when I switch to the MDX cause wife took the TX, it's still muscle memory and second nature to shift. Either way, love your videos guys, have been a subscriber for years. Keep going!
You have quickly become my favorite car channel! Car Throttle and Throttle House FTW!
It’s not an accord. It’s on a different platform. Some similarities but it is more than just a rebadged Honda.
Absolutely. From a buyers perspective though, the accord (with the same engine) is a sandwich. This is a sandwich with a side salad, a fresh orange juice and a packet of cookies. That’s how we approached it. TREAT YOSELF
Z Mich This statement should have way more likes.
Acura= overpriced honda
Infinity= overpriced nissan
Audi/ Porsche = overpriced vw
Lexus = way overpriced Toyota
Mercedes = overpriced junk
@@Welcometofacsistube hey, if you can’t afford it...don’t buy it.
@@Welcometofacsistube nothing like a 911 Turbo S in the whole VW or Audi lineup tho
I don't really get it at this price point. $46k for a 4-cylinder with 270 hp just doesn't make sense to me. I could get an IS 350 for
Actually, an IS350 with AWD, adaptive dampers, upgraded stereo and minimal options (sunroof, navigation), will cost the same as a TLX Type S. The Acura is the better value here when you look at the equipment that comes standard.
Love the chillstep as background music.
Really enjoy your reviews! And so refreshing to hear the comparisons with the Alfa Romeo, BMW, etc., as no one buys a car in this segment in a vacuum. Speaking of, I would love to see your insights on how the 2021 Alfa Romeo Giulia Sprint/Ti Sport handles.
The only people who would skip a Mercedes for this are people who never would've considered buying a German car in the first place
I just bought a new ilx and i wont question reliability with it. The reason people skip german is to protect their wallets from endless repairs.
@@davidcohen2762 It's a new car. Repairs are free on new cars...
His point remains. The people who buy this car are people who don't know what model they drive usually.
@@davidcohen2762 they aren't endless money pits. Quit drinking the scotty koolaid
@@eventusvantos2770 so when you have to spend $1000 on an oil change at the dealer because its german that makes financial sense
@@davidcohen2762 1) its not necessarily 6hst much
2) even if it was its nothing to those that can afford the car in the first place
3) you don't need to do oil changes often
By that logic lexus have expensive oil changes etc
I think both you and Savagegeese brought up the 3-series comparison. Which means props to Acura.
Yea geese actually said he preferred the tlx over the 3 series. It was fun watching him argue with jack.
SavageGeese preferred the TLX over the 330i, Alex-on-Autos preferred the TLX over the Lexus IS, and now ThrottleHouse picked the TLX over the C300. I'd say Acura got this one right.
That guy is the biggest loser on UA-cam.
Love your work guys. Keep it up!
I swear you guys make me doubt me buying a type r almost after every review. Well done.
I would also argue that it is more reliable than some thing than a 3 series or Giulia. My daily 2014 Acura is at 80k miles with no electronic or mechanical. While my 2017 M240i has a check engine light on and a few (super minor) electronic issues at 22k.
Yeah but most people will lease a new car like this or buy for 4-6 years so reliability doesn’t really matter
@@kristians2704 🤦
Bingo! If you're purchasing the car for long-term use (like I plan to), the "Honda" name underneath this brand really sells it over the competition I looked at. Maintenence cost alone scared me away from all German cars, then when my Hyundai's engine needed a complete replacement after just 93k miles, the Genesis G70 suddenly didn't look so appealing anymore. Alfa Romeo... Gosh, other than looks, why would you ever invest in that? Completely unreliable vehicles. So yeah... Acura and Lexus are the safe choices for people valuing good bang for buck and reliability for long-term ownership.
“I don’t want to put my car into drive by Braille” - Thomas. Best....quote....ever.
The extra throttle house content is great. A podcast would be amazing 🙏🏼
I always enjoy your guys reviews, thumbs up, and a comment for the alogirithm
I would easily pay +$100k for that concept design at 8:38. In my opinion it might be one of the most well designed cars I've seen! 😍
That helmet hit always gets me at the beginning 😂😂
Love the acura reviews! You guys are the best
What a pleasant review! Well done guys
Front badge is the the equivalent of a huge rodeo belt buckle.
Obviously, the TLX is from Texas
(I say that as a Texan.)
Controlled Conditions, Closed Course, do not attempt this at home...
(Cue Honda Lawyers hyperventilating...)
Nice video guys, that's will be great a drag race with those car that you showed in the video, the Sonata, Accord and the TLX
haha you guys are awsome! love the intros! well and the reviews ofcourse
I think the inside looks great and has a lot of character.That one guy was way too harsh on the interior and the gauges and everything. I think it’s a really great looking interior
10:28 James’s Futurama analogy was amazing.
that show was phenomenal.
Not a surprise how this channel has grown so fast 💨👌🏾
Awesome review, as always! From some angles that car looks really sharp. From others it looks like a Mazda 6 which I'm not a fan of. The real question for me: TLX Type S or G70 3.3 AWD? There's your future Type S comparison vid.
"I'm watching Throttle House and I'm Nick" 😀🤙
Acura: our suite of safety systems will insist on keeping you safe even when you don't want it to.
Throttle House: should've locked your fuse box bros....
Great review guys!
I like buttons for gear selection. I wasnt until i got shoulder injury temporarily. Now i realize how good that is. I like to see more space in the back.
TH never disappoint with the intro
Big facts!
Actual factual!
They copy savageese - ua-cam.com/video/PE3IeIIOMbk/v-deo.html
Kinda reminds me of the fisker karma in a good way. It’s like that good “I’ve seen it before” feeling
Fisker
@@donrisley947 sorry it must have autocorrected
You guys are a good team.
I’m a die hard 4 rings guy but I really hope Acura comes through & makes a proper S4/M340/C43 competitor with the Type S. Excited to see!
Make one for the Giuli Ti Sport 😭 I wanna see your complete thoughts on the non QV model!!!
Acura is back, baby. It's gonna be amazing watching the Type-S if this base car was so good
Acura a has been gone for decades and become Honda+ brand. They do not return with a model or two.
Been waiting on the TLX video 👍🏼
Love u guys. Thx 4 being u x
Looking forward to the drag race with the accord
Great car! I wouldn't buy a new luxury car from any brand considering the massive depreciation. However a 3-4 yr old Acura or Lexus with around 60k on the odometer is a great value!
That accord looks clean and sooo well-proportioned
New to the channel love the reviews😎
Infotainment is a dealbreaker for current Acura models.
Also the performance is not good too, I've test drove it two weeks back and it was disappointing
Not a dealbreaker to me. I'd buy the Type S for sure.
@@thomasemond2173 good luck! Those infotainment screens aren’t going to age well in 5 years and every dash has a large touchscreen.
It’s my understanding that the new TLX is built on a dedicated platform though it does share some components with the Accord.
Correct, it’s on a completely different platform than the accord, but I think it gets the comparison because the drivetrain is the same.
My 2016 RLX with P-AWS handles outstandingly well and I wouldn't trade it for this.
I love your videos! You guys should drag race or check out a 2002 Pontiac Trans Am ws6 performance package
Go SH-AWD, iss yo birthday!
Underrated comment
So underrated.
Amazing how well these new cars hide their weight. For reference, my Grand Marquis weighs 4000 lbs...
Bet they don’t ride like your Grand Marquis for the 99% of real driving you, me and everyone else ACTUALLY do
@@sidefx996 Oh yeah probably not haha. So cushy in my car 😁 no complex software necessary.
@@theslowdrive657 if Mercury was still around (RIP) and they made a Grand Marquis, it would probably weigh about the same as a Cadillac CT6 (~5000 lbs). All the safety regulations/electronics and nanny features make cars really heavy these days.
Yes! All waiting for both the type s cars coming tlx&mdx. As for Honda gear selectionr it takes a min but you do get used to the transmission. Prefer those buttons vs bmw shifter. The buttons on Honda are faster to use and not, easier to use no extra buttons to hit to put the car in drive or reverse, each button is its own. You can't put the car in reverse by accident drive down reverse back. BMW i had to look to make sure what gear I is in, one time if it wasn't for the camera popping up i might have taken of in reverse if I was rushing 😅. LoL wait didn't both you guys do that lol. Just had to say my 2 cents. Give the button transmissionon the Honda a trial week or 2 you won't be looking down.. Much love keep up the good work.
if it hasn't been said yet, on most Acura's there is a sequence you can do with the traction control button and foot brake to completely disable traction and stability management. Used to do this on my first gen tlx in winter for some fun. Just Google it, its over at acurazine. No need to pull fuses. Unless they changed it
Honda won’t be happy when they see u pulling fuses to make there fun sports sedan fun lol 😂
Don't click on the above link: Unrelated.
@@S.Madman - Your mom is unrelated
Do not click. It's some shitty parody of Nascar. Nice click bait boy but we'll ruin it for you :-)
@@WeeFreeMan78 - it was funny though huh?!
@@slowgoat6089 Couldn't tell. I switched it off in a couple of seconds, just as I saw the title. I'm sure you can see the data somewhere
You should race the Accord and the TLX on the track and on the strip to see the difference.
Great idea
the accord barely wins because of the weight difference
@@carmelito227 from a roll only,the tlx smokes it on a race track.
I have a Honda Odyssey with the same shifter, I love it! It did take me a while to get used to, but I love it now. The new Acura interior is amazing! I am actually waiting for the Type S MDX, getting one soon.
Traded my 2023 CVT Integra for one of these. Such a massive difference in build quality. SH-AWD is great even in dry weather.
Is there a video review of the Alfa Romeo Giulia Ti Sport coming from you guys?🤔
Best. Italian sports sedan. Ever!
It’s in the shop
Seconded! Would love to see their thoughts on it and the Stelvio TI for that matter.
SH-AWDy like a melody in mah head
Great review. Can we get that Giulia TI Sport review soon? Even just on extra TH or insta? I feel you guys would love it (or do love it given all the references to it in this video)
Awesome Review. Hope you do an Accord vs. TLX race. Please!!!!
I saw a silver A-spec and it looks way better in person than it does in videos. It really stands out and looks super sporty.
As an owner of a silver A-Spec I'm proud haha. In all seriousness, the car has a presence that videos and photos can't show. It looks so wide and low that gives it a charisma that you won't get with other Asian brands or even some Germans in its price range. Love it.
Too much now days do car reviewers get hung up on the performance of the car and not analyzing the car for what it was meant to do. Throttle House does do this though, and we come away with a good, unbiased review of what the TLX really is - a good driving, luxurious Japanese sedan for the budget-conscious buyer, and it does that very well.
Its not made in Japan like my 2013 tsx was.
@@marufio ‘13 TSX wagon was peak Acura. There’s a blue one at CarMax with 40K miles that I’ve been eyeing for a while
Hey guys, just a small request. When you're mixing the audio can you put an another ~2 dB gain into James's mic channel? I find him hard to hear clearly many times and need to turn up the volume. That's it. I love everything else you guys are doing.
The 2007/8 TL Type S was my favorite car. Can’t wait to get behind the wheel of a new one.
The red gauges on the A-spec are a must.
yup, they're a throwback to the ~2002 RSX Type S.
James, pausing after saying "stiffer"!
The engine and transmission are reliable , great chassis, great speakers. Not as sporty as the 3.5 and 3.7 V6 engine (~300hp) but really can't complain. If you want power, wait for the V6 turbo Type S
I love my 2017 TLX, can’t wait to upgrade
Waiting for the Type S!!!
Used to have a 07 TL Type S in 6MT in the Kinetic Blue Pearl. Need a worth replacement.
0:35 It is fwd...with an awd afterthought as an option, but still fwd based 🤷♂️
Best looking Acura TL in a long time. Acura is slowly climbing their way back from obscurity.
i like how the gage cluster looks its gorgeously proportioned
Great video, guys. The car looks very nice and is competitive in the segment but, still too expensive in Canada - in my opinion. +$60k taxes included for a loaded Acura is just too much.
Way too much!
@@normt430 Yeah seriously. At that price you can get a G70 with a 3.3l twin-turbo v6. Way better value IMO
I can't unsee the catfish with the Sonata. LOL
Awesome intro!
I’d love for you guys to do a C8 vs C7 ZR1 comparison. I’ve seen a few videos, but none have your charm or a comparison in drag, roll, and track tests in one. Plus I’d love to see how they compare being the highest end C7 model and the base C8 model