Is the 2023 Acura TLX Type S a BETTER sport sedan than a BMW M340i? 

I love my TLX Type S flashed with a tune running 22 PSI… SO FAST and the Handling! A M A Z I N G!

Raiti is spot on with the review! I just got my TLX Type S about a month ago and I am happier than ever!!!

Awesome review. The Acura TLX is a great looking car. This car was a good bargain when it came out 2 years ago for around 52k, now they are close to 58k. Acura needs to improve the performance numbers for this model for the price they are charging. There are lot of other competitors that can out perform this model for less money.

I'm enjoying the logic of the screen being non-touch. The screen in my bride's Giulia is the same and after getting used to it, it's less distracting. Cool whip for sure Team Raiti, great episode!!!

Looks fantastic! Plenty enough power for me. I always thought the rear leg room was terrible, but you made it look fine!

Cool Acura TLX Type S I love the way It looks and feels.

I've had my '21 TLX A-Spec for two years now, which I bought after seeing right here on Raiti's Rides. I love my car, thanks Joe!

I love your videos. I always look forward to the next one

A beautiful car, I’m waiting for Acura to release the refresh version. I hope it has a Heads-Up-Display and their wonderful massage seats.

Everything is not just horsepower like this car is super comfortable and good looking and I know it's going to save me trips to the mechanic

Excellent video....amazingly beautiful ride

Joe and Lori and Steve keep up the good work and I love the video real true 👍

Here in Ontario, Canada, the markup on the Intergra Type S is absolutely nuts (the markup on the Civic Type R was already nuts). I recently saw one selling between $70-80 000 CAD (52 - 60 000 USD). For comparison, brand new TLX Type S is going for $45k USD around here before dealer markup. I've been able to find 1 year old TLX Type S's going for about 60 000 CAD/45 000 USD. I know that new to nearly-new is not an apples to apples comparison but A) there aren't really any used Integra Type S's to compare against and B) the value and class of the TLX compared to the Integra is definitely a step above and is in a different category and you can get one for a comparible price or less. Many will prefer the Integra for the manual transmission and the sportier feel of being a smaller car but you're getting a beefy turbo V6 here with a lot of power and AWD for decent price, especially compared to the German competition. That too may not be apples to apples but that's ok. It just means more choice for the consumer and more variety on the road.

In terms of performance the Acura (or lexus FTM) doesn’t measure up to a M340i…stock or modified. There is no small 4/door that does for the money. The caddy ct4 v blackwing does (on a track at least) but it will run about $10k more reasonably equipped, in which case you just get an M3 comp xDrive and blow everything away that’s sub $100k.

Love your videos!!

Nice super red..😊..thanx Joe and Steven for this exciting segment..hopefully in a 2yr mid cycle refresh maybe 400 hp..touchscreen capabilities and sum interior refresh😊

I'd take an xdrive m340i over this. B58's are awesome, and when he mentioned forged rods, the bmw also has forged internals, super stout engine

Another gem from you and Steven. It's a nice car but it needs another turbo to boost the power rating to 400 hp!

You kill me with the Twinkies Joe, great vlog and I just bought the Type S in white thanks to you @ Doral Acura 👍👍

Great review as usual. How any sedan can not have backseat connectivity in 2023 is beyond me. I do think you can get rear USBs with the Technology Package but not sure if it’s available on the Type-S. I really don’t like the lack of touch screen. Mazda 6 went that route too. I wonder how the touchpad is to get used to and if any issues with it. Any fog lights on this model?

Damn, this car is beautiful! Would've loved to have this car if I was still car hunting!

Hey man love your content, energy, and healthy perservation on Twinkies lol. I own the 2022 version (blue on red) and I see a lot of comments in general about dissing this car. I just wanted to add my opinions after owning this gem for about a year. 1. Looks. I get comiments all the time. It's one of the best looking cars on the road regularly. The m340i front end looks terrible. You done see type s often on the road probably because people go m340i instead which I see A LOT of in NJ. 2. Cost. I get the m340i is faster and a better bargain for what you get when you look at performance at the initial cost, however buying a car you can't just look at the initial cost. Maintenance and equivalent add ons just make the m340i make the cost skyrocket. 3. Performance. I get that other cars are faster when compared by the initial cost. But as a dad and regular mon-fri, 9-5 worker, it just makes my commutes fun AF. I'm really happy with that and my car is now the equivalent of my room when I was in my teens. A place where I can have fun chill and be myself doing what I wanna do. I'm really happy with my purchase. I also like to add that I have grown up on Hondas so now that I got my career set, Acura was the next logical step for me lol. I wanted an NSX but I gotta have more room for kids. I'm not trying to start an argument I'm just giving my two cents. When taking it an a holistic package, the TLX type s wins. Great looks , reliability, performance, moderate mpg (I get 19mpg cuz I always drive in Sport/sport + mode), and solid option if you want to BUY. If you want to lease, go to a track, or have ample $$? Go m340i 100% TLX type s zonks: Gas mileage (probably cuz car is heavy) No HUD Wish it was lighter Wish it had wireless car play/android auto. Oh yeah the touchpad. I like it alot has made me a better driver cuz I mess around with touch screens less. I agree with raiti that it's a driver focused car. I love that the screen is far away and flushed with the line from the bottom of the front windshield. It just makes the driving experience better. I would also like to add that other cars particularly m350i have a waaaay better power to weight/size ratio. Like I said if you really prioritize performance go m340i. I prioritized reliability, looks, fun factor, cost efficiency and being family friendly.

Nice video keep up the good work, Joe

Love it! They would kill it if they added panoramic wide open roof. Standard sunroof shows where you are.

I have a 21 Type S and to this day it still puts a smile on my face. I just wish that it’s not so damn heavy.. Great on the highway though because of the weight.

I always enjoy the driving segments, Joe.

SaWeeeet ride!!!!What a Beast!! I have the 2020 TLX A-Spec. But this baby is off the charts. Wish I could afford it.

I have a TLX as a loaner right now, I like the screen controls so far. Very intuitive. Definitely liking the car so far. Making me rethink another SUV. Maybe keep the old MDX for my daughter and make one of these mine …. Can I get a hitch mount on that for a bike rack?

Considering how expensive everything is getting I'm actually quite impressed with what TLX Type S has to offer for the price. And when you factor in the maintenance cost compare to BMW, I think it's a good deal.

Been waiting for this one! Looking into a sporty/muscle/luxury type sedans! Looking into this one and the cadillac ct5 -v series. Awesome video as always 🔥🔥🔥💪🏼💪🏼

Thanks for the video Joe. Glad you negotiated the near accident with the other driver there. I was cringing just a little.

Nice review. Just bought one today. Only zonk is lack of heads up display.

I personally am not a big fan of all the touch screens. But I’m probably in the minority on that point. TLX Type s seems like an all around solid car that would be easy to live with. Great review as usual. Thanks.

If I were shopping this vs. a new M340i for long-term ownership I’d buy the Acura, based on reliability and lower maintenance costs. But for a lease or just owning for a few years, I’d probably go with the Bimmer.

Awesome job with my dream vehicle dude.

Brought this car a month ago, love it..also considered a Kia Stinger GT2. I felt the interior quality was better on Acura and the dealership mark up on Stinger was crazy even for a demo.

Cool color……..reminds me of that Mazda soul red. It’s a sharp looking vehicle.

One of the best looking in its class!! Just have to work on the Interior

18:53 That was close, Joe. Love it!

I got one in tiger eye pearl in June. I love it, people can hate all the want. I think it looks gorgeous and the all wheel drive is great. Sounds fantastic too, sounds much better than the Genesis/Stinger.

Either make the vehicle lighter to let the power count more, or make it a twin turbo and/or tube it for more power. Then it will compete and be a better sell. It wouldn’t hurt to create some more rear seat legroom and back seat features (connectivity etc)

M340i smacks this in every way in my opinion. Still a sweet ride, but no comparison to a B58.

I am still waiting to hear the exhaust Joe. Did Acura take a few too many pages out of the humble handbook?

18:54 That was close 😅

Heeeeelllsss no that b58 is something else man Acura has alot to catch up to but that type s tlx ain’t no slouch.

WOW this is the first time I feel interested in getting an Acura car, I've always been a Toyota but this is lovely. Maybe one day' I'll get it !! 😎

I love the new Acura line up. Really wish there was an RDX Type S I would probably be driving one right now. Everyone knows they’re underpowered compared to the BMWs but I’ll take it if it includes some long term Honda reliability..

Owned a Type S for a little while, and while it was a fun car, the weight, underwhelming performance compared to competitors, and the horrendous gas mileage ended up making me trade it in. It's a great car though if you're ok with accepting it for what it is.

I bought a 2023 TLX Type-S a few weeks ago and it is the most fun I have had in a car in a very long time. My favorite car of all-time is a 1995 Acura Legend V6 MT which I drove for about 15 years, and this 2023 Type-S is not only a beautiful peace of machinery but an absolute joy to drive. Major props to Honda/Acura for developing that incredible 3.0L turbo V6 motor. I didn't think they could top their 3.5L V6 and 2.0L turbo, but I would argue this 3.0L is the best turbo if not one of the best turbos ever made.

I have the 2023 tlx aspec with the SHAWD and I love it

I broke my one rule when watching a Raiti's Rides video...always watch after a stop at a convenience or grocery store to get snacks. Now I gotta drive out and get me some Twinkies. Oh yeah, nice car too. 😧😄

I love your videos!! I always look forward to the next one! I like that you nail most of the affordable cars where as Daddy Doug Demuro does most of the fancy stuff. Definitely my two favorite car RU-vidrs though savage geese is a close third!! Keep up the great work Joe! 👽🛸

as somebody who owned a 2022 Kia Stinger GT2.. this is actually not a bad alternative.. I’d still go Stinger tho personally haha, Great Vid as always!!

I seen one at a baseball game and I was in aweeeee

So happy w those eye damaging headlights, and the geniuses that promote them!

Damn! you almost hit that Red Van 😅

4.7 0-60? where you getting that info? I heard from lots in the low 5's? Its to heavy...

I love this car I currently own a a spec I'm getting this car next

Damn raiti is a crazy driver

I love the looks, the reliability, and the sh-wad. My concern is power. 350 hp is disappointing when you consider the integra type s makes 30 less hp and its a 4 cylinder! Imo, it should be 400 hp minimum. It’s wild that the bmw m340i makes more power and gets better mpg

18:53 Not gonna lie, that was close to a head on collision haha

That’s a sweet ride !

Cute no way I'm taking this over over bmw m340...that b58 engine is amazing.

The TLX looks and performs great. The increase in size (mass/length) should result in much better interior/cargo space efficiency, but sadly it doesn't, thanks to the more rwd proportions. The BMW 3 Series is actually better in this regard according to actual dimensions. Very disappointing and uncharacteristic of any Honda/Acura product.

Not better, just a different kind of fantastic. BOTH are extremely high quality, high performance vehicles; no one will make a "mistake" buying either. However just today a 2007 TL Type S passed me on the highway and therein lies the major difference between the TLX and the M340: you will never see the M340i pass you 16 years from now...

I love your videos

that’s why I subscribed. I love Type S review anytime it is posted here. Thorough reviewed, shown best what driving and handling is like. I do think Acura should be persuaded to add rear legroom seat rather then touchscreen. Will get it asap.

I know the TLX is in bigger class of vehicle than the smaller Integra. But I think it looks better than the Integra.

My neighbor owns one. It is a very nice machine. Here in PA you will not see one on every corner.

Such a beautiful sedan

Long term, then Acura. Enjoyment and fun factor, the BMW.

M340i xDrive is definitely better, but both are overpriced by about $10k.

Very cool review, and the TLX isnt available here in Europe, though it absolutely should. My issue here is that the tires do not sound like they belong on such a car, youve got squeeling tires at this type of driving wouldnt give me much confidence, but though the camera might not give the feeling of how fast u are actually driving, but still, its a bit concerning x)

I really like the basic idea of the TLX Type S but Acura needs to introduce a 6MT and lose about 500 pounds for this model to be a serious contender.

Raiti needs to trademark that “To the door panel!” I look forward to when he says that in all of his videos….😂😂😂

Good review , read some of the comments and I get where people are coming from , however the three most reliable brands are Lexus, Toyota and Honda and this vehicle will still be on the road years after if it’s German competition put out another vehicle, and the maintenance costs won’t be a small fortune

The TLX is the replacement for the outgoing RLX. Own a RLX and test a TLX. I don’t like the TLX for interior room, the rear seat is gone, styling is nice and the engine is nice, but I prefer my RLX over the TLX.

This is car looks good but their design language is stale af Joe. I feel like Acura is on life support. Honda is dropping the ball compared to Hyundai and their brands. They desperately need to change their design language and consumer perception. No one is thinking "Acura" when they think of a luxury car.

People love to say “ Power isn’t everything “ Until it’s all they ever talk about. This car is amazing to drive. You have to try it for yourself. I don’t know why Acura has to be some world beater, while other brands get all these passes for their flaws. Compare this car to the Type S that came before it, and you’ll appreciate all the engineering that took place here.

I must say this is really cool looking, I don't really have any major zonks about it.

Acura TLX Type S is a beauty more than you think. I work for a automotive group that has the Acura dealership. The Type S is a amazing performance boost to those vehicles. Awesome to see you do a review on the cars I see alot everytime I work in the weekdays. It's such a experience when driving it yourself ❤

It's interesting. Acura. Hasn't had the flair, like they did before. Costs are so high for these , it's out of range for alot of folks. I'll keep my 2007 TL type S. Everyone wanted this car. Not so much the new ones. I see one on the road, every now and then. But from 2004 to 2008, seemed like everyone had one, or wanted one. Because the price was right.

Can't go wrong with Acura. Nice review. You went old school with the Arby's & IHOP comments😎

what about the ilx, i'm curious as to what they'll do with that

Sorry Joe the b58 in the m340i is forged my man that’s why tuners love those engines 600hp from bolt ons and a tune

1 year ago I tried incredibly hard to get one of these. Acura dealerships throughout CA we’re charging 5k+ markups or weren’t willing to sell to me because I wasn’t “local”. It’s was so frustrating. Instead I bought an M340i for less than MSRP of a Type S. More powerful and considerably better MPG. In Eco mode on the freeway I’m averaging 36+ MPG. Can’t beat it!

14:22 False. 3 Series has *35.2 inches* of rear leg room. Acura has less at *34.9 inches* 15:30 False. It's *13.5 cubic feet* not *16*

I have the 2021 Acura, TLX technology package performance red i bought brand new in Portland Oregon Dick Hanna Acura great service. although it’s not super sh-all wheel drive it still drives great it has turbo charge four-cylinder 272 hp

Quick answer: no it’s not a better sport sedan than the 340i

How hard is it to add a freaking USB port to a backseat.

That one I like! And, if you wanted a 2024 Accord turbo, a regular TLX is a great replacement. It even comes AWD!

Would you say the k series turbo awd version be better then this type S?

There's no way that this car should not have had at least 400 horsepower. The Infiniti Q50 red sport in terms of power should have been the jump-off point for the Type-S,. Acura could have really knocked it out of the park by giving it 420 or plus HP. It would have given buyers of lower level M cars from BMW a true pause for consideration. Certainly would take the m340i or even the Genesis G70 3.3 AWD over the higer priced TLX -S

I am a long time Acura fan but it seems to me they are not setting the trend anymore, as compared to the competition. Nice looking vehicles but obviously missing some of the latest technology, connectivity, and power.

Joe going off the cuff with the twinkie truck 😂. Reminds me of the dude from zombieland

Joe. Have you done a review on a BMW M340I. I would love to hear their specs and your thoughts before I pull the trigger.

No way, Acura TLX Type S matches the BMW M340i, Acura is still behind in performance.

I had the M340 and went to Acura to trade it in for a TLX Type S at the end of my lease. Performance wise the M340 was quicker than the TLX Type S, but looks and comfort, the Type S was my choice. Too bad the markup and lease price was insane! I ended up with an MDX A-spec and am happy with it although it wasn't my original intention.

Have a 22 tlx type s have it for year I enjoy the car fast enough for a daily

Like the taillights