A car is made for the one who likes that car, NOT everyone. I'm a 64 year old man who loves his 2021 Acura TLX A spec, black on black. Best sedan I've ever had

The audio system alone is enough of a reason to buy this car.

Beautiful car! I love that Acura kept the traditional speedo and tach in this car! I also love that Acura is still including separate fog lights in its designs!

Luckily, I am 5'8". I am looking forward to getting one by the end of the year. Thank you very much for your review. Appreciate and enjoyed it very much.

Acura hit all the right notes with the styling. That is an absolutely beautiful car. I drive a 3 series and this is a more stunning car. I'm very interested in the Type S and what it will bring to the table.

I sat in the new TLX a couple months ago. I'm 5'11" and even with the driver's seat set to my position, there's plenty of leg room in the back for someone my height. Anyone taller than 6' in the back, I'd probably have to move the driver's seat up a little. This is no different than in a 3-series or C-class and actually better than the Lexus IS and Genesis G70 I've sat in. Quick side note, shoulder room is VERY good for this class and makes the cab look really big. Kinda surprised Todd would go for a Giulia instead, it's even MORE cramped inside than the Genesis G70, let alone the TLX.

I don't think you guys should even talk about interior space being 6'3 😂. I'm 5'8 and it feels so spacious lol

This thing will be mine in the future. Every review tempts me more

I just got this car with the Tech Pckg and SH AWD and love it! The looks drew me, but the ride will keep me.

This could look amazing in wagon form

Paul and Todd, what do you think the best-case scenario for the Type S version of this car could be?

I like how you gentlemen go back and forth

After owning an 06 and 2010 TL, I was excited to try this. Like you, I found it a mixed bag. I wanted to like it so much but I couldn't. Like most of us, we're waiting for the Type S to see if the added power makes this worth while. Currently, it feels too big and heavy for the 4 cylinder. It turns nicely but transmission and lack of power have me with the G70 3.3TT top choice for now. I currently drive a 2016 Lexus IS 350 fsport (lease is up next week), and that's another updated car, like Acura, that has great driving dynamics but is in serious need of a more powerful engine. Great review! And at 6'3" iI feel your pain lol

Hi guys love the show , are you guys planning on doing a Honda Accord 2.0 review.

Acura and Mazda are really excelling at the moment

The exhaust note sounds decent on that on ramp

As a 5' 10" guy who wants an AWD sedan but doesn't need backseat room, this is basically my perfect car.

It'll be between the upcoming Type S or the 2022 Genesis G70 for me. Any suggestions?

Yeah for me (6’2”) a family man whose kids are grown and driving their own cars, this TLX that I picked up last week is darn near perfect for my size and my needs. I can fit people in the back, but honestly, I only need to do that maybe once, twice a year. On the everyday, I am massively happy and this is coming from someone whose been driving an Accord EX-L for the past 4 years. Yes that back seat space was class leading and AMAZING, but…..it wasn’t being used more than a couple times a year, so who cares? Anyway, I’m loving my new ride especially after seeing the incredibly boring, sedate and downright ugly (inside) 2023 Accord redesign. I was waiting for it, glad I skipped it.

What’s with sedan makers. I think poor Todd’s back can’t take these back seat tests. Last week it was that BMW so-called 2 series sedan and now this. At least it’s not a crossover. Great video.

Good reviews guys...where and how can I get one those jackets?? Num one fun.....

Did you guys review the G70 already? I see clips but I don't see the actual video.

Thanks I learned a lot from this review. I've owned five Honda sedans since 1978 and test drove and loved the 2005 Acura TL when it first was released as it handled well, had 300hp had gobs of interior space front and back and was luxurious. I just don't like the way Honda and Acura have been designing the outside and inside of their cars to look like angry creases all over the place. I know I'm old but just wish Honda and Acura would take a design clue from the smooth curves of Porsche :)

I have watched every review for this car and watched this on my tv. But felt it was so good i had to get in my phn and post this. Thank u so much guys. I am picking up base 21 tlx awd this weekend, have had a 21 rdx with same powertrain for the past month on loan. It does go pretty good so i thought a car wld be nice. Was scared abt the 4000 pnds but now not so much. I dont think any car wld beat this for safety besides a volvo just maybe.

I’m 6’3”, and bought a 2021 TLX A-Spec SH-AWD a month ago. This review is spot-on. I love the way the car looks, the way it drives, and the front row of the interior. But the back seat is a joke for a car of its size, and the trunk has a smaller opening than my 2008 Civic sedan (I could fit my hard-sided cooler in my Civic, but can’t fit it in my TLX. Had they extended the roofline in the rear 4”, given the back seat 2-3 more inches of legroom, and made it a lift back instead of a trunk, I think it would be a perfect car. But as it stands, it’s a compromise. I was between the TLX and the RDX. I went TLX for how it drove, but I suppose time will tell if it’s a car I can live with long term, or if the back seat and trunk comprises force me to sell the car and look elsewhere.

I think you guys are usually spot on with your comments and watch your weekly show. I think your comments because of your height of 6 FT 3 for the both of you, stating the rear seating entry is much is smaller than others cars to get in and out, not true. The rear seating entry situation the same of many cars I have owned or have been in. I am 6ft and this is very common for me too. You seem to point this out to the extreme on this car. I think it is a good car and I might think of getting this car in a few years. My feeling guys.

I just got one an I love it ❤

If you want more space Acura has the RDX and MDX. I think they needed a car like this that looked good and drive well. The only problem for me is the price. Here in Canada it's exactly the same price as the Stinger that has alot more power like you guys said. I know it's not the same level of car, but my Mazda 3 AWD turbo is as fast as this, look as good inside and cost me 15k less. I don't know about you, but it's too much of a difference in price for me.

It will be a great CPO buy (for me.) For perspective the wheelbase on the Acura TLX is 113 in (almost the same as a Crown Victoria) but the interior room is in the compact category.

Im only 5'8 so it fits me well. My wife is 5'2 and she is the primary driver. Fits us good. We love ours. Awesome driving car. We only have the base model and the tech is ridiculous 😮

Sounds like a fantastic car. I'm not 6'2" so not worried about the size

Starting in 2021, Acura gave the TLX its own, newly designed platform. It no longer shares platforms with the Accord, which is why the TLX has such different cabin space, interior design, and driving dynamics.

Todd, seeing you stuff yourself into the back seat was eye opening. I'm sorry you're so bid. Being 5'7", I imagine I'd fit in there nicely. Good test drive review.

Finally a review that discussed the elephant in the room....or several of them. Thank you. Acura had such potential in this design came so close and totally dropped the ball in day to day things like ergonomics and space and mpg. And their trim levels make zero sense. Sad to see. Stinger design, or the Sport back design is the way you save sedans. To me the sport back is the next evolution of what sedans need to become because they are sill practical and fun. Sadly the Kia's biggest hurdle will always hold it back....it is a Kia and that stigma isn't going away overnight. If Acura or Honda, Toyota etc made the Stinger I believe it would have been a much bigger hit

I've been thinking about the Kia Stinger, CT5, 2016 Passat, and new Accord

I have a 1 year old and desperately want a car to replace my audi a6. Aside from the TLX the only other unique, fun, great looking car I can see is the BMW 840i gran coupe. Any other suggestions?

This car is definitely on my list on what to get next but it's too big for me

that is a great looking car! except that center console with the focus on a knob you won't use regularly.

Actually new Caddy sedans are also compromised in back seat. As is Genesis G70.

This car has fantastic interior with most comfortable seat and position. Well planted and balanced driving. Much better than EV cars out there including Tesla model 3. Acura TLX and BMW 330i/340i are the best

This was a fun review. I'm tall too and it's refreshing to see someone who understands. I drive a Giulia. Does this or the Giulia have a smaller backseat?

I want to see the Type S. This 4 banger version vs the Kia Stinger, I would take the Stinger. Now, lets see the Type S and that may be a real competitor to the G70.

This car seems to be designed as a sport coupe but has 4 doors. Can’t wait for the Type S.

Great review and discussion here. It’s a shame that the general car buying public’s overwhelming preference for CUV’s has meant that car makers feel the need to take drastic styling measures to draw people to sedans, which then compromises them so much that buyers end up in CUV’s anyhow. Which is essentially confirmation bias that we “need” the space of a CUV or SUV. I agree with Todd - Giulia or G70 for my money.

Is this 2022 model

I feel like the biggest reason people have left the sedan behind is not so much the space, but how high you sit in, originally, SUVs and also CUVs.

I'm pretty sure referring to the Accord as the TLX's "sister" car is a bit inaccurate. I believe the TLX is built on a unique platform not shared with any other vehicles in the Honda lineup.

I own one, and I will never have a larger than average 5' 9" person in my back seat. As a matter of fact, I didn't buy this car to roll with people in the back at all! Just me and the wife. Fun!! My other vehicle, the Acura RDX is used when I have the rare need for people in the back seat. This car also has v-tec and it also comes alive when pushing to about 5.5k rpm or so. Love this car, but waiting for the S-Type. Finally, besides kids, how many people find themselves riding 3 or 4 adults around. As for the kids growing up, a 1 or 2 year period (U.S. average of 1.93 kids and most kids are not 6' 3" until 16 or so if they are going to be larger than average 5' 9' American male height). Most of the time people are driving their sedans and SUVs with empty back seats and in the college years, you throw 10 people on top of each other in the back of your hooptie.

Ranty Todd is my favorite Todd. 🤣

Thank you guys for emphasizing lack of interior space, no one else is pointing that out Also 6'3" and was looking forward to this car for years to upgrade from my Accord but got disappointed

Since you guys get nice (top shelf) press cars; it would be really awesome of you TWO to request TWO of the same press cars - one top shelf like this TLX A-Spec SH-AWD and one of the bottom trim, minimally-spec'd (e.g no packages if possible) FWD. The A-spec is a $2700 option that REQUIRES the $4,000 Technology package; so in essence, it is a $6,700 option. Then the SH-AWD is another $,2000 on top of that. So, the one you have is $8,000 plus other options/accessories more than the starting point. Where does my extra $8k go? Is the 20% more of MSPR really worth it??? or absolutely necessary???

I love these new TLX. Looks good, has a nice interior and will be way more reliable than the German counterparts.

Listen I have an a spec and I’m 6’3 and I can’t complain about the space or the head room

Beautiful car

I love the '21 TLX and it is the perfect car for me. Yes, I would appreciate some more back seat room but honestly, I rarely ever have back seat passengers and when I do, it's usually for a short period of time. The car is gorgeous. I'm surprised they made no mention of the upcoming Type S model that will bring the turbo V6 engine. I'm really waiting for that version to come out and to watch all the reviews on it. I have a '16 TLX Advance now and I'm very likely going to be replacing it with a Type S within the next year. Good looking, fun car to drive.

I love my TLX. But they need to put the naturally aspirated v6 back in the TLX as the standard engine.

I would get the 2021 IS350 F-Sport. Handles better, rides better, much more cohesive driver's car and more reliable as well. Also significantly smaller turning radius so it's much more agile and maneuverable.

Right on the money about the space inefficiencies. This is 3" longer than a 9th generation Accord that has behemoth rear seat room. Very American-car like to design something so inefficient inside. It's one thing to design a small car on an exterior dimension basis, but this ain't that.

My 335i gets 30+ all the time on the highway. On a trip to Nebraska I got 37.8 the whole trip...to CO a couple times I averaged 35ish with lots of high speed cruising. 30 out of a turbo 4 in 2021 is not acceptable.

Perfect for someone who rarely has anyone in the back seat anyway.

Wait my midsize Lexus GSF wheelbase is 112.2 while this new TLX is 113in - that’s crazy when I think back on the 3rd gen TL. That being said a used Lexus GSF has decent rear seat room, awful infotainment :(, great safety tech, and a reliable 467hp NA v8 all for between $43k-$60k.

I also don't understand the 10 gears. My c43 has 9 gears and it's already too many. I don't see why 7 isn't enough. Just tune the ratios in the higher gears to be a lot longer for fuel efficiency. No one flooring it on the road will be flooring it past 4th gear anyhow.

Long torso 6’3” here as well. Absolutely loathe climbing around b pillars to get in and out. W/ the move of the industry away from coupes im greatly turned away from buying anything new.

Acura has already acknowledged the perceived shortcomings of this car when they released it. They know that people who want space go to SUVs and don't even bother with sedans. That is reality and also why I feel Acura has made a mistake in not offering the RDX in Type-S form.

I would just keep this car is Sport mode all the time and enjoy the ride with SH AWD.

9:30 hey y’all did Paul sneak a pea in under Todd's seat?

News flash : a car doesn’t have to be everything to every person. I like the styling. So what if it doesn’t have head space for six footers. They can buy other cars. Why must every car need to be one size fits all ? If you want rear room, get the f-ing Accord and stop botching.

what's funny is the honda accord has a lot more room front and rear

These guys keep complaining about the interior space - yes, it's a bit smaller than a mid size should be, but for an average size adult, the space is fine....not huge but adequate. The touchpad is where Acura dropped the ball - needed a rotary dial, as the touch screen makes fingerprints

Ok, family's with kids, need something else.of course, a normal size person can always move the seat up a few inches to make more room in back without it being a big deal. But for single people, or a couple with no kids, this is just fine. And as a happy single person, I only use the back seat for groceries and stuff.

I'm 5'10" and I fit perfectly into my 2007 Acura TL Type-S. I CAN'T WAIT for the Acura TLX Type-S 2021. HOW MANY buyers of this car are OVER 6' tall? Talk about a bunch of WHINERS!

Sounds like this should have been a coupe or hatchback rather than a sedan. A modern take on the rsx with awd and turbocharged would have been better.

Watching this again, sorry man, you just have a long torso. The problem is more you, not the car. Compromised? Yes, but not to the extreme level as you make it out to be. I think you’d just like it to fit you and I don’t blame you. At 6’-2” I’m really comfortable. Favorite sedan ever.

Great video...how much road noise is there at highway speeds? Tall people, just like obese people, don't spend your money on small cars you can't fit in, but then complain about..🤷🏾‍♂️

this dark silvery greyish color does the car no favors. This needs to be in brighter, exciting colors to accentuate the lines.

According to J.D. Power research data, 65% of TLX buyers are men, matching the average for the Compact Premium Car segment. They are slightly older than average (58 years of age vs. 56), and they're making less money than average

You know what else weighs 4000 pounds? A Mercury Grand Marquis, and it can seat 5 comfortably. Funny how weight is used now in modern cars.

Lucky Im 5'6 guy and I wont have to complaining about small space....

You guys should be more proud that an American luxury car is on par with the Germans. That would help leave better impressions on potential buyers that blindly listen to reviewers rather than use their own brains. This car looks excellent, great job Acura

The Accord and Passat (and possibly others) are roomier and cheaper, and there are sportier models with a similar price. This might be too much of a tweener to be the favorite choice of many people.

Todd looks so disappointed during majority of the time. I'm excited for the future type s.

👍🏻 Acura

3:08 jesus all those extra inches ? and the cabin is that small ??? 3:22 a sketch that we drive that's not rly a car first,, sad :(( (this is what i love abt like bmw and subaru, always a cabin first, then a design on top)

Stinger is maybe 10,000 dollars less, but will have to be repaired 10,000 times more than this car. Why car reviewers ignore reliability is baffling to me. No one cares about "performance" if the hunk of junk (KIA, BMW, Benz, Audi, etc.) spends more time in a repair bay than on the road.

I fking love Acura. They are marvelous vehicles. That being said, I feel that unlike Lexus, which feels distinct as a brand from Toyota, Acura still feels like Honda's experiment with luxury. This is not a dishonorable thing, but am I alone in this observation?

I'm 5'10, can't wait to get mine, i fit perfect in it, plus i don't sit in the back seats, so who gives a shit, car is hot but only the S type not gonna pay 47k for a 278 HP 4 cylinder, if ima pay then i want what i pay for!! v6 355 HP, wanna trip this car out put a K&N air intake, will make this car a Beast!

Yep, nailed it about space. If SUVS are selling, then why are automakers making sedans lower with less headroom? That's not what people want. Sedans in their golden age weren't like that. They were taller with more greenhouse.

Your tall we get it. Car is good, just too expensive.

I’m an owner of a new A-Spec TLX with white and red seats with that SH-AWD system. Let me tell you... It’s a well balanced vehicle in terms of power and tech and comfort and looks and material quality. The Type S will be the more performance version of the vehicle and i will be test driving it as well and compare. Well done Acura 💯

30% Review, 70% nitpicking. 😑

6’3” problems.

I much rather get the Kia Stinger GT

That Acura A in grill over a sticker looks idiotic. How can they release a car that looks that and ruin the front? Just like Genesis

Too much complaining about interior size! When we get to performance fine but even then too much complaining about how uncomfortable you are, we get it the first time. It’s a sports sedan, isn’t that the compromise? If you want comfort go Lexus.

G70 and Stinger smash it down with 3.3t that can be tuned to 430hp just with jb4 + decat and will give you really fun driving car.

Acura has had an ergonomics problem for a while. I considered an ILX back in 2015, I went to check out the back seat space and slammed my shoulder into the roof on my way in. That was the end of me considering the car.

How could Honda give you so much room in the Accord and so little in the TLX?! 🤦🏼‍♂️ After I typed this you all started talking about the Accord 🤦🏼‍♂️😂

This is the first time I have to say the Honda Accord 2.0T is a better car with the same engine. I tested one and for an extra 12k more than an Accord 2.0T sport the looks just don't justify the price increase.

It’s not better than the 3.0 turbo Q50 I’m sorry

Jeeez Shrek is smaller than you two guys…