The TLX Sucks - Especially Type S
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The TLX Sucks - Especially Type S
Starting a new thread to discuss only the negatives of the 2G TLX. Let's really focus on the crappy Type S. If you have anything positive to say, take it elsewhere. Let's see where this rabbit hole goes. I'll go first.
C/D TEST RESULTS - 2020 BMW M340i ................ C/D TEST RESULTS - 2021 TLX Type S
60 mph: 3.8 sec .................................................. .. 60 mph: 4.9 sec
100 mph: 9.1 sec .................................................. . 100 mph: 12.6 sec
1/4 mile: 12.3 sec @ 115 mph .................................. 1/4-Mile: 13.6 sec @ 103 mph
PRICE AS TESTED ................................................. PRICE AS TESTED
$67,070 (base price: $54,995) .................................. $54,625 (base price: $53,325)
Ouch. A base M340i smokes the doors off a Type S and only costs like $1,500 more. And that's completely unmolested and not tuned yet dawg! The sky (or your wallet) is the limit for any option you could possibly want on the BMW. #theultimatedrivingmachine
Maybe after the Type S is done coughing up the M340i exhaust, it can shout, "Yeah, but I have better handling!"
C/D TEST RESULTS - 2020 BMW M340i ................ C/D TEST RESULTS - 2021 TLX Type S
60 mph: 3.8 sec .................................................. .. 60 mph: 4.9 sec
100 mph: 9.1 sec .................................................. . 100 mph: 12.6 sec
1/4 mile: 12.3 sec @ 115 mph .................................. 1/4-Mile: 13.6 sec @ 103 mph
PRICE AS TESTED ................................................. PRICE AS TESTED
$67,070 (base price: $54,995) .................................. $54,625 (base price: $53,325)
Ouch. A base M340i smokes the doors off a Type S and only costs like $1,500 more. And that's completely unmolested and not tuned yet dawg! The sky (or your wallet) is the limit for any option you could possibly want on the BMW. #theultimatedrivingmachine
Maybe after the Type S is done coughing up the M340i exhaust, it can shout, "Yeah, but I have better handling!"
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07-24-2021, 08:38 AM
If you do really care about performance, I would be concerned and stay away from the Type S. That Type S owner who keeps getting dusted in Sam's videos is being publicly humiliated in front of millions of YT subscribers. At least they haven't made a meme out of the Type S....yet.
I have an A-Spec because I've been honest with myself and others in saying that I rather that my car "look fast than actually be fast." In this regard, there's not much differentiating the A-Spec from the Type S but I've saved thousands of dollars!
I have an A-Spec because I've been honest with myself and others in saying that I rather that my car "look fast than actually be fast." In this regard, there's not much differentiating the A-Spec from the Type S but I've saved thousands of dollars!
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Am I the only one who isn’t obsessed with top speed? Where the hell am I going to use this extra performance that the BMW is going to give me?
I love the Type S. It’s plenty quick. Gorgeous inside and out. And handles like a dream. I’m not taking this to the track.
I also use my turn signals so I don’t think I’d fit in with the BMW crowd.
these threads are getting better each day.
I love the Type S. It’s plenty quick. Gorgeous inside and out. And handles like a dream. I’m not taking this to the track.
I also use my turn signals so I don’t think I’d fit in with the BMW crowd.
these threads are getting better each day.
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Am I the only one who isn’t obsessed with top speed? Where the hell am I going to use this extra performance that the BMW is going to give me?
I love the Type S. It’s plenty quick. Gorgeous inside and out. And handles like a dream. I’m not taking this to the track.
I also use my turn signals so I don’t think I’d fit in with the BMW crowd.
these threads are getting better each day.
I love the Type S. It’s plenty quick. Gorgeous inside and out. And handles like a dream. I’m not taking this to the track.
I also use my turn signals so I don’t think I’d fit in with the BMW crowd.
these threads are getting better each day.
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This troll thread literally made me laugh out loud.
In other sad news, it appears the next gen CTR is going to continue with the over-the-top styling as the previous gen (mainly the picnic table spoiler). No matter how good it is, it's already crossed off my list. *sigh* Why you do dis, Honda?!
https://www.motor1.com/photo/5988389...ied-in-europe/
In other sad news, it appears the next gen CTR is going to continue with the over-the-top styling as the previous gen (mainly the picnic table spoiler). No matter how good it is, it's already crossed off my list. *sigh* Why you do dis, Honda?!
https://www.motor1.com/photo/5988389...ied-in-europe/
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I haven't owned an Acura in a few years, but I think it's insane to say it "sucks"
Are there better options? In my opinion, sure. I don't fault anyone for buying an Acura, though. I still like them.
Are there better options? In my opinion, sure. I don't fault anyone for buying an Acura, though. I still like them.
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The exterior and interior of the Type S is gorgeous
The car handles beautifully with SH-AWD
It’s plenty quick. I’d never be against more but I’m perfectly fine with the car as it is.
Acura reliability is far above any European car. I’m not leasing so that’s a huge deal to me.
We all buy cars for different reasons. I’d absolutely love to have fun in quicker cars but as a daily driver and something I want to own the Type S is what I want.
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How can you say it sucks? There is NOTHING in the price point that offers such a bargain of features and performance that comes with an Acura badge. Do you think any other Acura is going to beat that thing in a race? No. Of course not. Don't be stupid. Even the mighty Honda Accord at the grocery store will be inched away from slowly over a long stretch of road. It's precision crafted awesomeness and how dare you suggest anything else.
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I have an A-Spec because I've been honest with myself and others in saying that I rather that my car "look fast than actually be fast." In this regard, there's not much differentiating the A-Spec from the Type S but I've saved thousands of dollars!
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If you do really care about performance, I would be concerned and stay away from the Type S. That Type S owner who keeps getting dusted in Sam's videos is being publicly humiliated in front of millions of YT subscribers. At least they haven't made a meme out of the Type S....yet.
I have an A-Spec because I've been honest with myself and others in saying that I rather that my car "look fast than actually be fast." In this regard, there's not much differentiating the A-Spec from the Type S but I've saved thousands of dollars!
I have an A-Spec because I've been honest with myself and others in saying that I rather that my car "look fast than actually be fast." In this regard, there's not much differentiating the A-Spec from the Type S but I've saved thousands of dollars!
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For the record, I'm thinking for myself. I've owned MB, Audi, and BMW. Not having power folding mirrors and auto windshield wipers on my A-Spec is kinda sad and something I've learned to live with. I've got 27 months left on the lease and heavily leaning toward German CPO once I'm done.
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No, I didn't test drive the Type S. A full second faster than my A-Spec doesn't get a rise out of me. I'm happy for all the owners but the car is definitely not worth MSRP+ADM.
For the record, I'm thinking for myself. I've owned MB, Audi, and BMW. Not having power folding mirrors and auto windshield wipers on my A-Spec is kinda sad and something I've learned to live with. I've got 27 months left on the lease and heavily leaning toward German CPO once I'm done.
For the record, I'm thinking for myself. I've owned MB, Audi, and BMW. Not having power folding mirrors and auto windshield wipers on my A-Spec is kinda sad and something I've learned to live with. I've got 27 months left on the lease and heavily leaning toward German CPO once I'm done.
My brother was the first of us to plunge into a CPO BMW and he's had 8yrs of basically trouble free ownership. He's had to replace the water pump & valve cover (common issues). Other than that, basic maintenance.
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So basically just like every other thread on this sub.
PRICE AS TESTED ................................................. PRICE AS TESTED
$67,070 (base price: $54,995) .................................. $54,625 (base price: $53,325)
And this is the reason people will buy the Type-S. Yeah if the m340i was the same price I would certainly buy it over the Type-S too, but it's not. At the base price m340i you probably get a vehicle less equipped than a base TLX.
PRICE AS TESTED ................................................. PRICE AS TESTED
$67,070 (base price: $54,995) .................................. $54,625 (base price: $53,325)
And this is the reason people will buy the Type-S. Yeah if the m340i was the same price I would certainly buy it over the Type-S too, but it's not. At the base price m340i you probably get a vehicle less equipped than a base TLX.
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So basically just like every other thread on this sub.
PRICE AS TESTED ................................................. PRICE AS TESTED
$67,070 (base price: $54,995) .................................. $54,625 (base price: $53,325)
And this is the reason people will buy the Type-S. Yeah if the m340i was the same price I would certainly buy it over the Type-S too, but it's not. At the base price m340i you probably get a vehicle less equipped than a base TLX.
PRICE AS TESTED ................................................. PRICE AS TESTED
$67,070 (base price: $54,995) .................................. $54,625 (base price: $53,325)
And this is the reason people will buy the Type-S. Yeah if the m340i was the same price I would certainly buy it over the Type-S too, but it's not. At the base price m340i you probably get a vehicle less equipped than a base TLX.
Nice thing is you can add packages, individual items or a mix of both to the car. Guys who want a HUD in the S would be able to add it under the BMW pricing method.
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Price/cost is only relevant to what you personally have to spend & what you are willing to pay for what you want. What's the point of some 15 year old kid on moms computer telling some one that his car is too expensive. Look at the money the guy in the other thread was will to spend Honda to Acura VS Acura to BMW. You think those comments are based in reality or the Twilight Zone?
I am good with the 0.95G VS 0.97G but not comfortable with the money side.
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These specs and data are RIGHT from C&D. I'm not telling you anything that's false. You're the one with panties in a bundle trying to spin, qualify or quantify these REAL numbers as more than meets the eye.
Besides, what does a stripped BMW even mean? Do you think they are churning out M badged cars with manual adjust cloth seats, crank windows and no passenger side mirror?
It's fair to say this buyer in this market is a discerning shopper. Price isn't an issue, but performance, quality and features are. Let's say this shopper is torn between a slower, more loaded Type S and the faster, stripped M340i. Now he's looking at, for the sake of your argument, another $12k to get the M340i in line with the Type S features. That bumps the price of the car up by 20% and the payment up a whopping $200 to $1,300/month. Do you think that increase is a dealbreaker for this hypothetical shopper who can afford $1,100 and wants the best of the best? I highly doubt it.
Since I don't lease, I can't speak to that. What would an extra $12k on a car run up on a lease? Oh heck I'll run the numbers. $60k for 36months 6% sales tax worth $40k at end = $787/month. Wow no wonder why so many people can afford to drive these cars. Same period and terms but for $12k more worth $10k more at the end costs $890/month. Yikes - that extra hundred bucks gets you a LOT more bang for your buck.
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That's the thing isn't it. Whole lot of I would do this or I would do that right along with that car is to expensive etc. People aught to back away from the price or money thing & just duke it out on performance, looks or feature content.
Price/cost is only relevant to what you personally have to spend & what you are willing to pay for what you want. What's the point of some 15 year old kid on moms computer telling some one that his car is too expensive. Look at the money the guy in the other thread was will to spend Honda to Acura VS Acura to BMW. You think those comments are based in reality or the Twilight Zone?
I am good with the 0.95G VS 0.97G but not comfortable with the money side.
Price/cost is only relevant to what you personally have to spend & what you are willing to pay for what you want. What's the point of some 15 year old kid on moms computer telling some one that his car is too expensive. Look at the money the guy in the other thread was will to spend Honda to Acura VS Acura to BMW. You think those comments are based in reality or the Twilight Zone?
I am good with the 0.95G VS 0.97G but not comfortable with the money side.
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I went to the BMW site and it appears on the base M340i you get navigation and that’s it. No advanced safety features, 18” wheels, no cooled/heated seats, and no leather seating surfaces. I supposed it really doesn’t make a difference because no dealers seem to stock base models. Unless you order the car from Germany you’d be hard put to purchase one if that is what you were willing to settle for.
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Can’t figure out what there is to argue about. An M340i is without question a better sports sedan than a TLX Type S. Just go drive the darn things and it should be immediately apparent. What options you get on either car is beside the point.
And of course, if you can’t afford it (and that includes the Type S), well…you can’t afford it.
And of course, if you can’t afford it (and that includes the Type S), well…you can’t afford it.
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I went to the BMW site and it appears on the base M340i you get navigation and that’s it. No advanced safety features, 18” wheels, no cooled/heated seats, and no leather seating surfaces. I supposed it really doesn’t make a difference because no dealers seem to stock base models. Unless you order the car from Germany you’d be hard put to purchase one if that is what you were willing to settle for.
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Can’t figure out what there is to argue about. An M340i is without question a better sports sedan than a TLX Type S. Just go drive the darn things and it should be immediately apparent. What options you get on either car is beside the point.
And of course, if you can’t afford it (and that includes the Type S), well…you can’t afford it.
And of course, if you can’t afford it (and that includes the Type S), well…you can’t afford it.
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😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂. Where I’m from $4,000 cash pay weekly amounts to about $350,000 a year before taxes. I’m not part of that club and if I were trust me I wouldn’t be hanging out on the Acura TLX forum belittling the 98%. SMFH. 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
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If your bringing home 4k after taxes a week there is little chance you are buying a tlx unless it's for your kid or live in nanny.
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I don’t get it. Who’s belittling anyone? I’m just talking about $8,000. Has nothing to do with which specific car you’re debating about. And of course the vast majority of TLX and even BMW buyers are financing or leasing. Not sure why you’re so defensive.
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No, you are talking about $8k in addition to $54K which is $62K. Whether you believe it or not, whether they have the money or not, some folks can’t justify spending $62K for an auto in the same way some can’t justify spending $40K. The shame is you don’t even realize how flippant your post was.
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I went to the BMW site and it appears on the base M340i you get navigation and that’s it. No advanced safety features, 18” wheels, no cooled/heated seats, and no leather seating surfaces. I supposed it really doesn’t make a difference because no dealers seem to stock base models. Unless you order the car from Germany you’d be hard put to purchase one if that is what you were willing to settle for.
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No, you are talking about $8k in addition to $54K which is $62K. Whether you believe it or not, whether they have the money or not, some folks can’t justify spending $62K for an auto in the same way some can’t justify spending $40K. The shame is you don’t even realize how flippant your post was.
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