Acura Information Center - Acura Rising: Summer 2021

Things are moving fast at Acura! The 2021 TLX Type S signals the long-awaited return of Acura’s performance line. It will join a dynamic product family led by a pair of SUV powerhouses: the MDX and RDX.

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WHAT THE EXPERTS ARE SAYING

The 2021 Acura TLX Type S driving impressions are rolling in, and the experts are loving the aggressive edge of Acura’s new ultimate sports sedan.

“After six laps on the track, we left the driver’s seat with a smile.”
—Motor Trend
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“The best-handling Acura this side of an NSX.”
—The Drive
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“…a highly compelling performance sedan that seems to have just the right blend of speed and luxury.”
—Edmunds.com
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“You can get on the gas much sooner than you might expect – good job, SH-AWD.”
—Kelley Blue Book
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“The Type S is a true return to form and a not-so-subtle proclamation that Acura is getting its groove back.”
—Motor1.com
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TLX TYPE S: WALKAROUND VIDEO

Acura Lead Product Planner Jonathon Rivers takes us through the advanced engineering that makes the 2021 TLX Type S Acura’s most advanced performance sedan ever.

TYPE S ORIGIN STORY

Wondering why the Type S is such a big deal? Here’s the whole Type S story from the Acura insiders that were there, every step of the way.

SALES HIGHLIGHTS

Acura is flying high, posting a strong second quarter with June sales exceeding 15,000 units – even as inventories tighten as a result of strong demand and industry-wide parts supply issues. No question, Acura is definitely on the move! Find out more.

ACURA ON TRACK

Racing season is at full throttle, and Acura is racking up impressive stats week by week. Fresh off a podium finish at Watkins Glen International Raceway on July 3, Acura is battling for the lead in the DPi Manufacturers’ Championship. Find out more.

IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK+ (TSP+): 2022 MDX, 2021 RDX AND 2021 TLX

The current MDX, RDX and TLX have all earned the highest possible safety rating from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). Each Acura qualified for TOP SAFETY PICK+ (TSP+) by earning a top rating of “GOOD” in all crash worthiness tests, a “SUPERIOR” rating for the Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™), part of the standard AcuraWatch™ safety and driver-assistive technology, and standard “GOOD” rated headlights.

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