o After a 13-year hiatus, 2021 marks the return of Acura’s storied performance nameplate
o TLX Type S to arrive at dealers in June; priced around $60,000
o Reserve a TLX Type S before it hits the showroom at https://acura.ca/preorder#tlxtypes
MARKHAM, ON. MARCH 17, 2021—Acura Canada today announced the on-sale timing for the highly anticipated 2021 TLX Type S, which returns the Type S performance brand to Acura showrooms for the first time in more than a decade.
You can reserve a spot right now and become one of the first to purchase this exclusive and most sought after sedan in Acura’s history by visiting https://acura.ca/preorder#tlxtypes.
Building on the award-winning second-generation Acura TLX, which went on sale in September, the TLX Type S debuts a brand-exclusive turbocharged V6 engine, sport-tuned chassis with double wishbone front suspension and powerful Brembo® brakes to become the quickest and best-handling Type S in Acura history.
When it arrives at showrooms in June, the well-equipped 2021 Acura TLX Type S will carry a Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) around $60,000 .
Powering the 2021 TLX Type S, is an all-new 3.0-litre Type S Turbo V6 which builds upon decades of performance engine development experience and motorsports prowess to produce 355 horsepower and 354 lb.-ft. of torque – making it the most powerful Type S yet. A double-wishbone front suspension and Type S-exclusive Sport+ driving mode also have been specially engineered to provide additional performance and driver enjoyment, and for the first time in a Type S model, power is distributed through Acura’s Super Handling All-Wheel Drive™ (SH-AWD®) system with true torque vectoring.
The 2021 TLX Type S is available in six exterior colours paired with two interior options, including an all-new Tiger Eye Pearl paint – exclusive to Type S. Numerous exterior signatures distinguish the TLX performance variant, including an open-surface diamond pentagon grille for increased airflow, large-quad exhaust outlets and an NSX-inspired lightweight wheel wrapped in a 255-series Pirelli P-Zero summer tire.
Inside, Type S drivers are treated to Ultrasuede® trimmed 16-way power seats with adjustable side bolstering and Type S embossing on the headrests. Type S comes exceptionally well-equipped with several premium and sophisticated features from the TLX Advance Package, including the critically acclaimed and award-winning ELS STUDIO 3D® 17-speaker premium audio system.
Detailed information about the 2021 TLX Type S will be available closer to its on-sale date this June.
Since its introduction, the second-generation Acura TLX has garnered numerous accolades for its style, driver-focused performance and technology. Following its launch last fall, TLX has been named a MotorWeek “Driver’s Choice”, is one of AutoTrader’s “Best New Cars for 2021”, and the ELS STUDIO 3D® premium audio system earned “Best Sound System” in the 2021 Esquire Car Awards.
Additionally, the next-generation passenger-front airbag earned a Popular Science “Best of What’s New” award, and TLX has also received a TOP SAFETY PICK+ (TSP+) rating from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), the highest possible safety rating from the Institute.
2021 TLX Type S Key Specs and Features
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2021 TLX 2.0T |
2021 TLX Type S |
Starting MSRP |
$44,105 |
“About $60,000” |
Engine |
2.0-litre Turbo 4 Cyl. |
3.0-litre Turbo V6 |
Transmission |
10-speed AT |
Sport Tuned 10-speed AT |
4th Gen Super Handling All-Wheel Drive™ |
Standard |
Standard |
Peak Horsepower (SAE Net) |
272 |
355 |
Peak Torque (SAE Net) |
280 |
354 |
Suspension |
Front: Double Wishbone Rear: Multi-Link |
Front: Double Wishbone Rear: Multi-Link |
Adaptive Damper System |
Available |
Standard |
Electric Power Steering System |
Belt-driven EPS, Variable ratio |
Belt-driven EPS, Variable ratio |
Braking System |
Electro Servo |
Electro Servo Brembo® 4-Piston Front Brakes |
Wheels |
18 x 8.0 Multi-Spoke |
20 x 9.0 Shark Gray Multi-Spoke Avail. 20 x 9.0 Lightweight Y-Spoke |
Tires |
235/50 R18 97V Bridgestone Turanza All-Seasons |
255/35 R20 97Y Pirelli All-Season Avail. Pirelli P Zero Summer |
KEY FEATURES |
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Full-LED Exterior Lighting |
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True Touchpad Interface with 10.2-inch HD display |
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Acura Navigation with 3D View |
Available |
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CarPlay® / Android Auto™ Integration |
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Wireless Charging Pad |
Available |
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ELS Studio 3D® 17 Speaker, 710 watts w/ Twin Telford™ Subs |
Available |
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Integrated Dynamic System (IDS) |
4 Mode: Comfort / Normal / Sport / Individual |
5 Mode: Comfort / Normal / Sport / Sport + / Individual |
16-way Power Front Seats |
Available |
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Heated Front Seats |
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Ventilated Front Seats |
Available |
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Flat Bottom Sport Steering Wheel |
Available |
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Genuine Aluminum Trim |
Available |
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IconicDrive™ Ambient LED Lighting |
Available |
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Remote Engine Start |
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Power Folding Side Mirrors |
Available |
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Rain Sensing Wipers |
Available |
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4G LTE WiFi Hot Spot |
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AcuraWatch™ |
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Traffic Jam Assist (TJA) |
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TLX TYPE S INTERIOR COLOURS |
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TLX TYPE S EXTERIOR COLOURS |
Ebony |
Red |
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Performance Red Pearl* |
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Majestic Black Pearl* |
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Platinum White Pearl* |
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Apex Blue Pearl* [1] |
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Modern Steel Metallic |
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