He's one of only three reviewers who give an honest assessment of the car. That engine is a big downgrade from the V6.

Then Cadillac shows up with 472 and 668 hp CT4-V and CT5-V for slight more money than 355hp Type-S!

Acura just took things to another level. This blows away the competition...even Lexus. That dashboard is amazing!! Acura for the win!!...

Big outside, small inside. Ridiculous.

He praised the RDX shifting more. Why is TLX transmission not the same as the RDX?

I completely agree with the statement that the Honda/Acura does more with the tire it has than does the G70. I have both G70 and 2012 Accord. Put the Pilot Sport 4 on the Accord, and it handles as well if not BETTER than the G70 with the same tires. Put Goodyear Comfortred on both, and the Accord feels stable and will work with it to the limit, but the G70 will wallow all over the highway at 70mph, scary! Honda knows what they are doing with wringing the most out of FWD-based platform. The G70 is flawless with the Pilot Sport 4 but does not seem to tolerate lesser tires.

I am crushing HARD on this new TLX. Bought a 2020 2.0T Sport Accord in July but am really interested in this if I can swing the payments. Love the Accord but this exterior styling and interior cabin really resonates with me. Matt, do you think it is worth the price difference to go from what I have to this TLX (Advance Package)?

Thing looks pretty sharp except for the credit card they glued on the grille

The Genesis G70 3.3L twin turbo has a much bigger engine, almost +100hp/+100lb torque than Acura TLX 2.0L turbo. Hence, it needs better tires to avoid wheel slip.

Finally someone tests the Advance package...thank you

Outside look just doesn't impress me whatsoever and, I feel, completely forgettable! That tech plate on the front grill is hideous. Inside however is a home run, like a grand slam home run and is definitely on my test drive list. I think you drove this like a sports sedan which its really not meant to be, mid size luxury vehicle is the design goal. I think that accounts for your relatively poor mileage. I certainly won't be driving like that.....there I go already thinking it's the one I'll buy. A lot of bang for the buck!

Your reviews are the best and most thorough out there. Fantastic video. I'll likely get one of these CPO.

Matt - Acura TLX or Cadillac CT4-V? Thanks!

Hey Matt. How do you compare the driving experience with this car vs the Accord (say, the top of the line Accord)? Thanks!

I love Acura interior design but 2 things that kept Acura from threatening the likes of BMW and Mercedes: 1) Acura exterior design is cold and industrial instead of organic and emotional. Luxury products are emotional buys so until Acura fixes this, they won't steal much market share from the above mentioned big boys. 2) Front wheel drive - there's a reason why most sports sedans are RWD.

Those body panel gaps tho.

Come on Matt, i could can remind you and all these ACURArs making car videos that us Honda products customers don't buy based on reviews, rather the people looking without being loyal to a brand might. And vast majority of buyers don't drive there vehicles like that looking for a quick thriller before moving to the next car like going to the mall to pick up really hot girls and then critical of them for not knowing how to Cook a good meal, or is not a doctor...but rather, Acura products and Honda products are like your wife, the more you took your time to get to know her to more you love her and she can do so much more than just look pretty and she is... Acura Honda is like that really hot lawyer or doctor that have children she loves and take care of and make time for you too and a great cook or Baker, and a lovely freak in the bedroom that makes you want to spend the rest of your life with.

I actually like this color but it only available in Graystone color interior which I scared it will pick up lots of stain from jeans and maybe will not age well with crack.

Nice review. Unlike those clueless tards over at StraightPipes.

Thanks, Matt! I hope to buy myself one of these at some point. First, I need to buy my wife something and then it's my turn. We'll see what's available at that point, but I did love the car when I saw it in person over the weekend.

This car looks great very elegant build by Honda unfortunaly not available in Europe but why Honda ? 👍👍👍👍😎😎😎😎

I want the type S so bad 😢

How can it be considered in the compact class when it's such a big car now?

I like that Matt is also a manlet. Helps me know how I'll fit in a car. Hint: I fit in cars easily because I'm 5'8".

Want to see a v6. I really hate big cars with small turbo engines. I will cry if acura stops making v6 engines in sedans. Type S should be incredible

Love you vids, you always mention the best things about any vehicle. One of the best underdog press car reviewers out there. Loving this Acura, finally there starting to really step up there game.

v6 direct injection vtec engine growl sound way better on my 2013 TL than this 4 banger!

🇯🇵🇯🇵🇯🇵congrats! Looks stunning! 😎😎👍

That delay in power will make you double think your lane passing maneuver lol...

FF based luxury??

In a world of increasingly ugly cars, Acura has made something tastefully beautiful. Thank You Acura for not joining the herd and keeping the 4 door sedan alive and well. The grille looks like it even got smaller which is a step in the right direction with all the other manufacturers making them bigger and bigger. Well done.

Yeah it's trash and you did say the same thing about CUE....YEAH

Test drove one today and I love it. I drove a Tech package. The acceleration was great in my opinion coming from a 2018 TLX Tech package. I will have one in about two weeks. Getting the Tech package as I like the 4 wheel steering and I have a 2019 RDX with all-wheel and don't find it necessary for the sedan given my normal day to day driving, wife drives the RDX. The car looks amazing. Having driven Honda/Acura products for 40 years, I have never had one in the shop for anything other than regular maintenance, and that why I will stick with Acura. I'm also happy that they have decided to compete more directly with Audi, BMW, Mercedes, and Volvo with a more performance-oriented vehicle, though the quality is more important to me. Very excited about this car. Your review was on point.

Have an rlx.too bad they will discontinue.the old tsx merged with tl.... and was smaller than tl.the new tlx may be same size of former tl.the new tlx doesn't have a CD player and mirrors do not fold when parked.

Suppliers are more expensive

How is the Road noise and cabin noise?

So what you say is, this car FAIL. It was hyped as M340I competitor. ill get Tesla Model 3.

All that money for a 4 banger .... okkkk

It looks nice, but the interior is way too busy for my taste. I much prefer the simplicity of the Mazda 6 or even the new kia K5. Also, I am underwhelmed by the 4cyl's performance, which is obviously hampered by the weight of the car.

Honestly, I'd REALLY be interested in it if the infotainment was like Mazda's and the real kicker, if a 6 speed manual from the Accord was available.

From Subaru to Acura damn BALLER!

1:17 is it lens distortion or negative camber?

Finally a Matt video at the top of my page!!!

I like that they put a cup holder on the engine cover.

Great until you try to sit in the backseat and wonder why it's so big on the outside

I love how they tried to make the 4 cylinder sound like a 6 cylinder with the “sound enhancer”

Why is the Honda Accord 2.0T quicker?

I don’t like you

Interior looks like predators face

Can I fit a body in the trunk tho?

Could you review a Porsche Taycan Turbo S?

Any information out there about crash test/safety ratings? There's nothing on the websites for IIHS or NHTSA yet. I know that Acura has advertised and stressed the safety features, but there are no independent reviews yet.

Made in Japan? Not sure it will be on my list given it is FWD based though.

I’m all for the type S next year

I love Tue new TLX.

Шикарный автомобиль!!!

You had me at "hips" 😂😂

Big car for a 2 liter, no??

Great review Matt. I've watched your channel since your Subaru WRX Fan days and your reviews and channel have matured, just as (hopefully) the boy racers who used to crowd around your channel back in the day. BTW, glad that you resisted the temptation to put a "?" at the end of the title like so many ACURA reviewers. No question, it's a home run.

If the TLX does well, after a few years Acura will change its name to GDX or SPH or whatever to confuse the consumer and ensure that any tradition or legacy cannot grow around a nameplate. Just like it did with Legend and Integra.

The handling impressions and tire comments sound a lot like Alex on Autos. I drove an A-Spec FWD when it first hit my dealership. Liked it but didn’t love it. Handled better than my 19 3.5 PAWS but definitely not as quick. The larger exterior dimensions would make it a tricky proposition for my garage.

I would like to see this in comparison with the Cadillac CT5 AWD. Seem to have a similar strategy.

Personally I think this car is hideous. I can almost hear the designers going through their paces in my head. "Let's make a GIANT sedan with a grill that looks like an anus and door handles that look like lazy eyes!". "Great call Richard. Let's continue this trend on the interior and make the center console resemble a codpiece!"

Well it drive nice. And sound good. But why the back seat so small if it’s that long?

Call me crazy, but Id take the 2021 is350 f sport over this any day

The exterior my grandpa likes ... The interior I like ... its a strange combination Just another boring old fat man Acura sedan

Damn Matt acura should give you one

We need a stick shift type s

What about tge double wishbone suspension for handling

Great review Matt! I 💯% agree! Get an RDX if you need to haul a family around or if you want a spunky fun reliable family sedan get a 10th gen Accord 2.0 turbo with best in class back seat and trunk space. However, if your lifestyle is back seat optional and you don't want to drag or street race every sports car on the road; a 2021 TLX is reliable comfy fun sexy sedan with premium interior that is more affordable than most luxury brand rivals hands down.

Bummer they didnt' give you a type-s

Up there with one of best reviews of the 2021 tlx.. Do an A spec one for the heck of it!

Great video Matt. Definitely will waiting for the Type S review

This was a fun review to watch, love how much you like this car, Matt!

I’d argue getting so big is a negative not an improvement

I personally love that road you were testing the handling on!

Glad to see that Acura is putting the TL back into the TLX.

Damn, I love hips but I’ll prob get the redesigned MDX instead. :)

He praised the 10-speed more in the Accord than the TLX.

I just bought the A-Spec SH-AWD and I love it. I had the last generation and its a big improvement.

One can get a Genesis G70 3.3T Advanced for $40k OTD new with negotiation. The vehicle might be slightly smaller but I would argue the powertrain and handling are going to be superior to the TLX. For Acura you're paying $50k for a turbo 4 banger. I would imagine the TLX Type S with a turbo 6 would be a better comparison to the 2022 G70 refresh that is to come which is getting the 3.5TT 400hp/400 lb tq. But I imagine the Type S will be $60k while the G70 refresh will be $50k.

Great video and review Matt...as always. I think it sounds like a v6, at least from my speakers. Super nice ride!

Awesome review, glad you liked the car that much.

Yet it is still smaller interior wise than a Camry. Only 13 cubic feet trunk and a small back seat.

I have always been an Acura fan but this seems dated to me.

I bet a simple tune would bring a lot of extra power out!

People: "Stop calling TL a compact vehicle!"

Beautiful car. Competent with good engine and transmission.

What's the average mpg in your wife's c class?

Shoutout to Matt's camera for always focusing on the key within a couple seconds

I knew Matt was going to be impressed by the handling.

Still a fancy Accord. Same engine and transmission.

A manual transmission would be so nice for the new TLX especially Type S That would make the car stand out from the competition

The new TLX is definitely a gamechanger for Acura! Can’t wait to see Type S!

I would of never thought that weighs over 4000lbs. My Loaded FULL SIZE Impala weighs 3500lbs. Talk about a great Road car that cuts through Corners like a knife through butter. :)

Matt why don't you review car keys and tell us us which one your favorite is.

Does anyone else see a luxury version of The Mazda 6? Yet, it is a Honda, so the car will keep it's worth, reliability, and longevity. Hmmm Want to fix the reaction delay? Hondata does wonders. LOL.

One ugly MoFo of a car.

very nice car, excited for Acuras future! Patiently waiting on the *new compact sport sedan*

The car does look better than before, but the side profile is really goofy because of that long front section. They did that to try and hide the fact that it's still a FWD based car, to make it look RWD. Well they failed at that. It came out really goofy looking. That said it's a huge improvement otherwise, especially the interior. This and the new MDX prove that Acura is finally putting in some effort.