Like your favorite indie rock bank, after a long hiatus (13 years to be exact), the Acura TLX Type S is coming back. The “normal” 2021 TLX is already available, but the wait is (almost) over for those holding out for the Type S. When the 2021 Acura TLX Type S arrives in May, it will be the quickest and best-handling Type S in Acura history. Here is a closer look.

Engine & Powertrain

Under the hood of the TLX Type S is a 3.0-liter turbo V6 with Motorsport DNA. The turbo V6 delivers 355 horsepower and 354 lb.ft. of torque, making it the most potent Type S yet. Relaying that power is a sport-tuned 10-speed automatic and Acura’s Super Handling All-Wheel Drive system with torque vectoring.

2021 Acura TLX Type S. Photo: Acura.
Suspension, Braking & Steering

The standard adaptive damper system compliments the front double wishbone and rear multi-link suspension of the TLX Type S. Brembo four-piston front brakes are standard along with Pirelli all-season tires (Pirelli P Zero summer tires are optional). The 2021 Acura TLX Type S also features a belt-driven and variable-ratio electric power steering system.

Interior Treatments

The 2021 Acura TLX Type S offers a driver-focused cockpit full of cool stuff. Standard features include 16-way, heated and ventilated Ultrasuede power seats, a flat-bottom steering wheel, 4G LTE Hotspot, wireless charging pad, 3D navigation, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility, and ambient LED lightin...