2025 Acura TLX Type S vs 2025 BMW M340i

Adaptive, Adjustable – Nearly Telepathic

The standard Type S Adaptive Damper System responds with athleticism and precision.

• Specially developed and calibrated for Type S
• Automatically adjusts damping response every 0.002 seconds
• BMW M340i offers adjustable rear dampers, but only as an option

Track Inspired

Double-wishbone front suspension gives TLX Type S ultimate agility.

• Double-wishbone design helps ensure the optimal tire-contact patch
• Sharp steering response, precision and grip
• BMW M340i uses strut-type front suspension
• Formula 1 racers use double-wishbones – not struts

Looks to Thrill

A muscular stance and aggressive style define Acura’s ultimate sports sedan.

• Exclusive open-surface diamond grille
• 20-inch Berlina Black multi-spoke alloy wheels
• Red 4-piston Brembo^® front calipers, red rear calipers
• Dark chrome trim, gloss-black accents
• Quad exhaust outlets with chrome tips
• Exclusive Type S badging

Superior Stoppers

NSX-inspired braking takes Type S to the limit.

• Massive red 4-piston Brembo^® front calipers
• Large-diameter discs fight fade
• Electro-servo brake technology evolved from NSX
• Type S: 14.3/13.0 (rotor diameter, in., fr./rr.)
• M340i: 13.7/13.6 (rotor diameter, in., fr./rr.)

High Rollers

Standard 20-inch wheels give Type S the look and feel of pure performance.

• Standard:
  • 20-inch Berlina Black multi-spoke alloy wheels
  • P255/35R20 Pirelli^® Cinturato P7™ all-season tires

BMW M340i has standard 18-inch wheels and tires

Swifter Shifter

The Type S 10-speed automatic is specially tuned for max performance.

• Quick, positive upshifts
• Sweet, rev-matched downshifts
• Upgraded strength and cooling
• 10-speed vs. 8-speed in the BMW M340i

When you drive Type S: Take total control with the alloy paddle shifters.

Easy. Intuitive. Exclusive.

Acura True Touchpad Interface™. Because technology should be simple.

• It’s not your traditional touchpad
• Helps keep your attention on the road
• Acura driver-focused ingenuity
• More instinctive than the BMW system

When you drive TLX: Tap, press, swipe, drag and drop – it’s natural and easy.

Totally Type S

The Type S cockpit is tailored, technical and perfectly focused on performance driving.

• Type S logo embossed on front headrests
• Perforated Milano premium leather and Ultrasuede^® with contrast stitching and piping
• Heated and ventilated front seats
• Stainless-steel sport pedals
• Acura/ELS STUDIO 3D^®20 Premium Audio System with 17 speakers

Best Seats in the House

TLX Type S has specially designed sport seats engineered to keep you comfortably in control.

• Type S: Standard 16-way power front seats
• Type S: Standard heated/ventilated front seats
• BMW: Standard 10-way power front seats
• BMW: Heating is optional/ventilation is not available

No Wires, No Worries

TLX Type S has standard wireless charging for compatible devices.

• Just set your phone on the charging pad
• No wires
• No hassle
• BMW M340i: Wireless charging is an extra-cost option