Comprehensive list of Type-S features
09-12-2016, 12:37 PM
#1
Comprehensive list of Type-S features
I did a search and couldn't find a thorough list, so I figured I'd make one listing the extra goodies you get with a Type-S.
All of these are straight from Honda News, and myself as I used to own a base until it got totaled and got a Type-S. I think I've covered all bases, but if you believe I have missed something, please point it out!
Interior
All of these are straight from Honda News, and myself as I used to own a base until it got totaled and got a Type-S. I think I've covered all bases, but if you believe I have missed something, please point it out!
Interior
- paddle shifters for Type-S with automatic transmission
- model-specific interior lighting - red on Type-S
- carbon fiber-look trim and contrast stitching on doors, seats and steering wheel
- Type-S logo embossed on headrest, Type-S badge on the bottom spoke of the steering wheel
- Active Noise Cancellation
- stainless steel sport pedals
- exclusive two tone interior (Ebony/Silver)
- more bolstered seats
- black chrome grille trim (satin chrome on base TL)
- redesigned bumper with black chrome crossbar and horizontal mesh trim
- pronounced "splitter" lip on front bumper
- 10-spoke alloy wheels in Dark Euro Silver
- smoked rear side marker lights
- wider, more aggressive side sill moldings
- exclusive rear bumper with trunk lid spoiler diffuser
- redesigned and unique lower valance
- large diameter quad exhaust finishers
- black chrome taillight trim
- new Type-S logo
- exclusive paint, Kinetic Blue Pearl
- exclusive A-Spec lip kit
- increased damping rates
- rear spring rate increased
- solid front anti-roll bar and thicker rear anti-roll bar
- damper mount stiffness increased 400 percent for enhanced response and feel
- exclusive master cylinder for enhanced brake feel
- brembo 4-piston front brake calipers
- revised power steering pumps and steering gearboxes to improve steering effort build and feeling
- steering gearbox tuning increased effort by 15 percent at high speeds for better on-center feel
- retuned rack for better damping feel
- aluminum power steering fluid cooler
- modified version of the 3.5-liter VTEC V-6 found in the Acura RL, 286 horsepower and 256 lb-ft of torque, VTEC @ 4950 rpm (more HP/TQ, different/higher VTEC engagement point)
- forged crankshaft and pistons
- hollow camshafts to save weight
- oil jet system that sprays cooling oil on the underside of the piston crowns
- exhaust system with 14 percent better flow than the base TL
- tuned for an aggressive sound
- higher flowing catalytic converters (600 cell, as opposed to 900 cell in base TL)
- special shift algorithms to deliver quicker, firmer shifts
- special shift programming for the third to second and second to first downshifts that increases speed by about 7 mph
- engine "rev matches" during manually selected downshifts
- high flow, sport tuned exhaust system (larger pipes)
- external transmission fluid cooler
- no difference
Last edited by alexb92; 09-12-2016 at 12:42 PM.
09-12-2016, 12:40 PM
#2
Senior Moderator
i'm shocked a list like this wasn't part of the marketing for the car when it came out
you know, 9 years ago
you know, 9 years ago
, but what do you mean by "wider, more aggressive side sill moldings"?
09-27-2016, 02:24 PM
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09-27-2016, 03:11 PM
#6
Suzuka Master
FIY all Type S interior are "Two Tone". I though the ATF cooler was for Type S but some member show their 07-08 Base has one as well.
09-28-2016, 02:33 PM
#7
Senior Moderator
Type-S came with the choice of Ebony/Silver 2 tone and Ivory with black trim/carpets. Great list OP, made a similar one a few years back. You are also forgetting the Moroccan red Pearl as a color for Type-S only models, wheels are painted a gunmetal color.
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09-28-2016, 09:10 PM
#11
Senior Moderator
09-29-2016, 07:56 AM
#12
And I should have clarified in my original post like you did above with the 2-tone interior.
Also, a base model should have an integrated trans cooler, and the Type-S has a mini one, almost like a small radiator - on the driver side of the car. Also I didn't clarify on the power steering cooler either, both base and Type-S have one, but the Type-S is larger and has fins to help further cool it, as opposed to just a metal tube for the base.
Last edited by alexb92; 09-29-2016 at 07:58 AM.
09-30-2016, 06:18 PM
#14
This is true, mine has the larger brakes. I know there are a few other things the 6spd models got over the regular base TL. Since there was no type S for 04-06 the 6spd was sort of their "sportier option". Maybe someone knows exactly what they got, but I thought it was upgraded brakes, not sure about upgraded brake master cyl, beefier suspension parts but not to the same levels as type S I believe just stronger dampeners and spring rates, not sure about power steering...
10-01-2016, 02:48 AM
#15
Suzuka Master
04-06 TL with MT receive larger rear anti roll bar, damper or spring rate (either one of the two) for suspension along with brembo brake up front and LSD. 04-06 TL MT suspension is now where stiff as Type S. This is how it goes from soft to stiff. 07-08 Base TL --> 04-06 AT --> 04-06 MT --> 07-08 TL-S --> Aspec
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10-03-2016, 05:35 PM
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10-04-2016, 09:45 AM
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10-04-2016, 01:05 PM
#20
The Type-S has the same black chrome on the rear strip as it does on the front grille. My post should be clarified.
- black chrome grille trim (satin chrome on base TL)
- black chrome trim (satin chrome on base TL)
10-05-2016, 11:19 PM
#23
When I was shopping for my 3G TL earlier this year, every TL-S I saw seemed to be thrashed and/or WAY overpriced. I think a lot of "S" owners took to driving "spirited" a bit further than was prudent.
I ended up with a 2006 base model owned by an old lady who saved every service receipt. I'm a little envious of some of the TL-S features, but got a good deal and can't complain.
I ended up with a 2006 base model owned by an old lady who saved every service receipt. I'm a little envious of some of the TL-S features, but got a good deal and can't complain.
10-06-2016, 06:17 AM
#24
When I was shopping for my 3G TL earlier this year, every TL-S I saw seemed to be thrashed and/or WAY overpriced. I think a lot of "S" owners took to driving "spirited" a bit further than was prudent.
I ended up with a 2006 base model owned by an old lady who saved every service receipt. I'm a little envious of some of the TL-S features, but got a good deal and can't complain.
I ended up with a 2006 base model owned by an old lady who saved every service receipt. I'm a little envious of some of the TL-S features, but got a good deal and can't complain.
used cars are used cars.....
and to find a good one, you'll have to sift through bad ones...until you find the right one for the right price in the right condition....
10-06-2016, 07:35 AM
#25
Suzuka Master
When I was shopping for my 3G TL earlier this year, every TL-S I saw seemed to be thrashed and/or WAY overpriced. I think a lot of "S" owners took to driving "spirited" a bit further than was prudent.
I ended up with a 2006 base model owned by an old lady who saved every service receipt. I'm a little envious of some of the TL-S features, but got a good deal and can't complain.
I ended up with a 2006 base model owned by an old lady who saved every service receipt. I'm a little envious of some of the TL-S features, but got a good deal and can't complain.
10-06-2016, 12:20 PM
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10-06-2016, 12:27 PM
#27
One thing the 2004 6MT's have that NO OTHER TL HAS is the aggressive timing. Acura engineers SCALED back the timing on 05+ and then even limited the 2006+ even MORE.
what that means is you have one of the fastest and most aggressive TL's due the the ECU
Last edited by justnspace; 10-06-2016 at 12:30 PM.
10-06-2016, 12:28 PM
#28
Blah blah... over price? that depend on each person definition of over price. if the market goes for let say $15k and the car listed for $20k (assuming both car is in the same condition and mileage) that is over price. I am pretty sure when the owner buy the Type S they don't intended to drive under the speed limit nor think its a race car. I love how someone keep saying Type S over price while can't even get a Type S. I think I paid $26k for my Type S it must be over priced. lol what a joke.
In contrast I got a base TL for $10K even with 88K that was in very good shape. I would have preferred a Type S, but I didn't want a project car - needed to get to work and haul kids around.
If you or anyone else thinks my comment suggested I think ALL type S owners are careless idiots, well you probably are one yourself.
10-06-2016, 12:32 PM
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10-06-2016, 01:58 PM
#32
those are BREMBOS with an acura logo painted on.
One thing the 2004 6MT's have that NO OTHER TL HAS is the aggressive timing. Acura engineers SCALED back the timing on 05+ and then even limited the 2006+ even MORE.
what that means is you have one of the fastest and most aggressive TL's due the the ECU
One thing the 2004 6MT's have that NO OTHER TL HAS is the aggressive timing. Acura engineers SCALED back the timing on 05+ and then even limited the 2006+ even MORE.
what that means is you have one of the fastest and most aggressive TL's due the the ECU
Dealership said they weren't Brembos when they inspected the car. Guess they don't know everything lol
and now I'm glad I didn't order my brakes yet. But now I'm going to figure out which pads to get
Very interesting to learn about the timing too. I love you guys who know everything about every year and trim lol
so gladni joined this site
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10-06-2016, 02:05 PM
#33
The Acura RL also has a BBK but they are not Brembo Branded..they are ADVICS branded
Dearlers often get these mixxed up. saying the RL has Brembos...
kind of like how Kleenex is the brand of tissues.
or how in the south, we say coke for every thing....
Waiter: "Would you like a coke?"
me: "yeah, give me a dr.pepper"
Dearlers often get these mixxed up. saying the RL has Brembos...
kind of like how Kleenex is the brand of tissues.
or how in the south, we say coke for every thing....
Waiter: "Would you like a coke?"
me: "yeah, give me a dr.pepper"
Last edited by justnspace; 10-06-2016 at 02:08 PM.
10-06-2016, 02:09 PM
#34
if one WANTED to find out all this information by themselves, you can browse
Honda News
Honda details EVERYTHING about their cars in that website
and how i know that the 04's are more aggressive. cuz Honda themselves said so
Honda News
Honda details EVERYTHING about their cars in that website
and how i know that the 04's are more aggressive. cuz Honda themselves said so
10-06-2016, 04:38 PM
#35
Suzuka Master
Glad crab man notice.... 
I agree with you, ONLY idiots thinks owning TL Type S is special and worst yet idiots does a lot of trash talk but can't afford to buy one.
Hey I want an BMW M3 because the performance but they are way over price compare to 335i, but my broke ass can't afford a M3 so instead I become a keyboard warrior master. Its it because my dream car over price or my budget UNDER price to begin with?
Crab man I guess we both paid too much for a TL that way over price.
Look smart guy, I had a previous vehicle totaled, a budget to work with and a time crunch. I spent a week shopping and the 3 Type S I found for sale within 100 miles of me were all over $14K and had over 100K. Beyond that, they were all scuffed up and needed lots of TLC.
In contrast I got a base TL for $10K even with 88K that was in very good shape. I would have preferred a Type S, but I didn't want a project car - needed to get to work and haul kids around.
If you or anyone else thinks my comment suggested I think ALL type S owners are careless idiots, well you probably are one yourself.
I think a lot of "S" owners took to driving "spirited" a bit further than was prudent.
In contrast I got a base TL for $10K even with 88K that was in very good shape. I would have preferred a Type S, but I didn't want a project car - needed to get to work and haul kids around.
If you or anyone else thinks my comment suggested I think ALL type S owners are careless idiots, well you probably are one yourself.
I think a lot of "S" owners took to driving "spirited" a bit further than was prudent.
I agree with you, ONLY idiots thinks owning TL Type S is special and worst yet idiots does a lot of trash talk but can't afford to buy one.
Hey I want an BMW M3 because the performance but they are way over price compare to 335i, but my broke ass can't afford a M3 so instead I become a keyboard warrior master. Its it because my dream car over price or my budget UNDER price to begin with?
Crab man I guess we both paid too much for a TL that way over price.
Last edited by truonghthe; 10-06-2016 at 04:40 PM.
10-06-2016, 04:43 PM
#36
Suzuka Master
those are BREMBOS with an acura logo painted on.
One thing the 2004 6MT's have that NO OTHER TL HAS is the aggressive timing. Acura engineers SCALED back the timing on 05+ and then even limited the 2006+ even MORE.
what that means is you have one of the fastest and most aggressive TL's due the the ECU
One thing the 2004 6MT's have that NO OTHER TL HAS is the aggressive timing. Acura engineers SCALED back the timing on 05+ and then even limited the 2006+ even MORE.
what that means is you have one of the fastest and most aggressive TL's due the the ECU
10-06-2016, 07:13 PM
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those are brembos with an acura logo painted on.
One thing the 2004 6mt's have that no other tl has is the aggressive timing. Acura engineers scaled back the timing on 05+ and then even limited the 2006+ even more.
What that means is you have one of the fastest and most aggressive tl's due the the ecu
One thing the 2004 6mt's have that no other tl has is the aggressive timing. Acura engineers scaled back the timing on 05+ and then even limited the 2006+ even more.
What that means is you have one of the fastest and most aggressive tl's due the the ecu
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10-06-2016, 07:23 PM
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10-14-2016, 09:40 AM
#39
In addition to the model specific red interior lighting, the Type S came with red gauges rather than blue. Not sure if that's what you meant or if you were referring to the red footwell lighting and those lights that shine on the center console. I also think the radio display at the top of the dash is red rather than blue/white.
10-14-2016, 09:56 AM
#40
In addition to the model specific red interior lighting, the Type S came with red gauges rather than blue. Not sure if that's what you meant or if you were referring to the red footwell lighting and those lights that shine on the center console. I also think the radio display at the top of the dash is red rather than blue/white.
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