Audi S4 can't compete with TLX Type S performance and styling
2023 Audi S4 quattro® Premium Plus
COMPARABLY EQUIPPED
$62,6951
ENGINE
3.0L V-6
Turbo
HORSEPOWER
3493
SPEED
8
2023 Acura TLX Type S SH-AWD®
COMPARABLY EQUIPPED
$56,3502
ENGINE
3.0L V-6
Turbo
HORSEPOWER
3553
SPEED
10
Acura TLX Type S: Built To Thrill
V-6
Turbo
355
Horsepower3
Designed at its core for extreme performance and sculpted for speed, the TLX Type S is the most powerful Acura sedan ever engineered, with a dual-scroll turbo V-6 that delivers 355-HP3 and 354 lb-ft of highly responsive torque4. And with its sport-tuned chassis, double wishbone front suspension, Adaptive Damper System, and Super Handling All-Wheel Drive™ (SH-AWD®), the TLX Type S delivers an unforgettable driving experience.
Acura TLX Type S: It’s in the details
Acura TLX Type S: It’s in the details
Strong Safety Technology
Your TLX is equipped with AcuraWatch™, a suite of available and standard innovative safety and driver-assistive technologies, making it one of the most safety-minded sport sedans.
Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™)
CMBS helps alert drivers when a potential frontal impact is detected and can even apply the brakes to help avoid or reduce the collision impact.7
Acura TLX 2.0T model shown.
For the win
2023 Audi S4 quattro® Premium Plus
2023 Acura TLX Type S SH-AWD®
COMPARABLE MODELS
Comparably Equipped
$62,6951
$56,3502
Performance
Engine
3.0L V-6 TWIN-SCROLL TURBO
3.0L V-6 TWIN-SCROLL TURBO
Engine Horsepower (@ rpm) (SAE Net)3
349 @ 5400
355 @ 5500
Engine Torque (lb-ft @ rpm) (SAE Net)4
369 @ 1370
354 @ 1400-5000
EPA MPG Rating (city / hwy / combined)5
21/ 30 / 24
19 / 25 / 21
Automatic Transmission
8-Speed
10-Speed
Paddle Shifters
Standard
Standard
Drivetrain
QUATTRO® ALL-WHEEL DRIVE
SUPER HANDLING ALL-WHEEL DRIVE™ (SH-AWD®)
Adjustable Drive Modes
STANDARD (4 modes)
STANDARD (5 modes)
Suspension
Multi-Link Front & Rear
Double-Wishbone Front, Multi-Link Rear
Braking System
Ventilated Disc, Red Brake Calipers w/ S Sport Package
Electro-Servo w/ Red Brembo® Front Calipers
Adaptive Damper System
Available with Package Upgrade
Standard
Comfort & Convenience
Active Sound Control
NOT AVAILABLE
STANDARD
Remote Engine Start
NOT AVAILABLE
STANDARD
Smart Entry with Keyless Access
STANDARD
STANDARD
Rain-Sensing Windshield Wipers
STANDARD
STANDARD
Active High-Beams
STANDARD
STANDARD
GPS-Linked Climate Control9
NOT AVAILABLE
STANDARD
Audio & Connectivity
Center Display (in.)
10.1" (Touchscreen)
10.2"
Touchpad Interface
NOT AVAILABLE
STANDARD with True Touchpad positioning
Navigation System with 3D View9
AVAILABLE WITH PACKAGE UPGRADE
STANDARD
Premium Audio System with 3D Sound
Bang & Olufsen sound system 3D sound w/ 19 speakers
ELS Studio® 3D Premium Audio System w/ 17 Speakers11
Apple CarPlay® & Android Auto™ Compatibility12,13
STANDARD
STANDARD
HD Radio®
STANDARD
STANDARD
Streaming Audio via Bluetooth®14
STANDARD
STANDARD
SiriusXM® Satellite Radio15
STANDARD
STANDARD
Wireless Charging
STANDARD
STANDARD
Wi-Fi Hotspot Capability16
STANDARD
STANDARD
USB Ports17
STANDARD (Front & Rear)
STANDARD (Front & Rear)
Safety & Driver Assist
Rear Camera6
Surround-View
Multi-View w/ Dynamic Guidelines
Rear Cross Traffic Monitor6
STANDARD
STANDARD
Head Up Warning
AVAILABLE WITH TRIM UPGRADE
NOT AVAILABLE
Blind Spot Information (BSI) System8
STANDARD
STANDARD
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) System7
STANDARD
STANDARD
Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS)7
STANDARD
STANDARD
Pedestrian Detection7
STANDARD
STANDARD
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)7
STANDARD
STANDARD
Road Departure Mitigation System7
NOT AVAILABLE
STANDARD
Adaptive Cruise Control with Low-Speed Follow7
STANDARD
STANDARD
Traffic Jam Assist7
STANDARD
STANDARD
Traffic Sign Recognition7
AVAILABLE WITH TRIM UPGRADE
STANDARD
Exterior
LED Headlights
Standard
STANDARD (JEWEL EYE®)
LED Taillights
Standard
STANDARD
Power Moonroof
STANDARD
STANDARD
Remote-operated Windows & Moonroof
STANDARD
STANDARD
Heated & Power-Folding Side Mirrors
STANDARD
STANDARD
Wheels & Tires
19"
20"
Gloss Black Rear Decklid Spoiler
AVAILABLE WITH PACKAGE UPGRADE
STANDARD
Quad Exhaust Outlets
STANDARD
STANDARD
Interior
Power Front Seats
STANDARD (12-Way with Power Lumbar)
STANDARD (16-Way with Power Lumbar)
Leather-Trimmed Seats
STANDARD
STANDARD
Heated Front Seats
STANDARD
STANDARD
Ventilated Front Seats
AVAILABLE WITH PACKAGE UPGRADE
STANDARD
Flat-Bottom Sport Steering Wheel
NOT AVAILABLE
STANDARD
Brushed Aluminum Trim
STANDARD
STANDARD
Enhanced LED Ambient Cabin Lighting
AVAILABLE WITH TRIM UPGRADE
STANDARD (27 Themes)
Automatic-Dimming Rearview Mirror
STANDARD
STANDARD
Acura Graduate Offer
$500
in savings
Acura would like to recognize your recent accomplishment by helping you get into the right luxury vehicle, with a $500 savings towards an eligible 2023 or newer Integra, TLX, RDX or MDX vehicle (excludes PMC vehicles) when you finance or lease with Acura Financial Services (AFS) [1].
See offer details for client and vehicle eligibility.
2023 TLX $1,000 Loyalty Offer
$1000
in savings
Available to current owners of a 2013 or newer Acura vehicle.
Towards the capitalized cost reduction or down payment assistance with the lease or purchase of a new 2023 TLX (excludes PMC vehicles).
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Disclaimer
- TLX Type S competitor specifications and features sourced from competitive manufacture website and www.acura.com comparison data. American Honda makes no guarantee or warranty, either expressed or implied, including without limitation any warranty of merchantability or fitness for particular purpose, with respect to the data presented here. All specifications, prices and equipment are subject to change without notice.
- 1 The indicated feature options were added to the competitor vehicle to determine the Comparably Equipped Price: Daytona Gray Pearl ($595), Warm weather package ($700); Black optic plus package ($1,000); S sport package ($2,500); Navigation package ($1,500).
- 2 Prices shown are Acura suggested retail prices only and do not include taxes, license or destination and handling charge. Destination & Handling charge for cars (excluding PMC Edition) and SUVs (excluding PMC Edition) is $1,195.00. Destination & Handling charge for PMC Edition models is $1,995.00. Dealer prices may vary. Acura model shown (Performance Red Pearl) includes Premium Paint. $600 MSRP up-charge applies to Majestic Black Pearl, Performance Red Pearl, Apex Blue Pearl, Platinum White Pearl, Tiger Eye Pearl.
- 3 Audi S4 horsepower: 349 @ 5400 rpm (SAE net); Acura TLX Type S horsepower: 355 @ 5500 rpm (SAE net).
- 4 Audi S4 torque: 369 lb-ft @ 1370 rpm (SAE net); Acura TLX Type S torque: 354 lb-ft @ 1500-5000 rpm (SAE net).
- 5 Based on 2023 EPA mileage ratings. Use for comparison purposes only. Your actual mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle, driving conditions, and other factors.
- 6 Always visually confirm that it is safe to drive before backing up, as the rearview camera and Rear Cross Traffic Monitor (if present) may not provide complete information about conditions at the rear of your vehicle.
- 7 AcuraWatch system accuracy will vary based on weather, speed, road conditions and other factors. System may not detect all objects ahead of, beside or behind the vehicle and may not detect a given object. System may not detect all lane markings or lane/road departures. System operation affected by extreme interior heat. Driver remains responsible for safely operating vehicle and avoiding collisions.
Adaptive Cruise Control should not be used in heavy traffic, poor weather or on winding roads.
Collision Mitigation Braking System with Pedestrian Detection cannot detect all objects ahead and may not detect a given object; accuracy will vary based on weather, speed and other factors. System operation affected by extreme interior heat. System designed to mitigate crash forces. Driver remains responsible for safely operating vehicle and avoiding collisions.
Forward Collision Warning system does not include a braking function.
Lane Keeping Assist System only assists driver in maintaining proper lane position when lane markings are identified without a turn signal in use and can only apply mild steering torque to assist.
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) with Lane Departure Warning (LDW) only alerts driver when lane drift is detected without a turn signal in use. RDM can apply mild steering torque to assist in maintaining proper lane position and/or brake pressure to slow the vehicle’s departure from a detected lane.
Traffic Jam Assist (TJA) only assists driver in maintaining proper lane position and vehicle spacing when lane markings and a preceding vehicle are identified; TJA only can apply mild steering torque to assist.
Traffic Sign Recognition cannot detect all traffic signs, may misidentify certain signs and does not include any braking or speed control functions. Accuracy will vary based on weather and other factors. System operation affected by extreme interior heat. Driver remains responsible for complying with all traffic regulations. - 8 The system is not a substitute for your own visual assessment before changing lanes; system accuracy will vary based on weather, size of object and speed.
- 9 Acura Navigation System and related features available only in the United States, Puerto Rico and parts of Canada. See your local Acura dealer for information regarding navigation system area coverage.
- 11 ELS Surround® and ELS STUDIO® are registered trademarks of Panasonic Corporation of North America. All rights reserved.
- 12 Apple CarPlay® and any other Apple mark referenced is a trademark of Apple Inc. Depending on use, Apple CarPlay® can share certain user and vehicle information (e.g., vehicle location, speed and other operating conditions) with the connected iPhone®. See Apple’s privacy policy for details regarding Apple’s use and handling of data uploaded by CarPlay®. Use of CarPlay® is at user’s own risk, and is subject to agreement to the CarPlay® terms of use, which are included as part of the Apple iOS terms of use. CarPlay® vehicle integration is provided “as is,” and Honda cannot guarantee CarPlay® operability or functionality now or in the future due to, among other conditions, changes in CarPlay® software/Apple iOS, service interruptions, or incompatibility or obsolesce of vehicle-integrated hardware or software. See dealer for details.
- 13 Android™ and Android Auto™ are trademarks of Google LLC. Depending on use, Android Auto™ can share certain user and vehicle information (e.g., vehicle location, speed and other operating conditions) with Google and its service providers. See Google privacy policy for details regarding Google’s use and handling of data uploaded by Android Auto™. Use of Android Auto™ is at user’s own risk, and is subject to agreement to the Android Auto™ terms of use, which are presented to the user when the Android Auto™ application is downloaded to the user’s Android™ phone. Android Auto™ vehicle integration is provided “as is,” and Acura cannot guarantee Android Auto™ operability or functionality now or in the future due to, among other conditions, changes in Android Auto™ software/Android™ operating system, service interruptions, or incompatibility or obsolesce of vehicle-integrated hardware or software. See dealer for details. Only use Android Auto™ when conditions allow you to do so safely.
- 14 The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc., and any use of such marks is under license.
- 15 SiriusXM Satellite Radio, subscription purchasable after trial period. If you decide to continue your service at the end of your trial subscription, the plan you choose will automatically renew and bill at then-current rates until you call 1-866-635-2349 to cancel. See SiriusXM Customer Agreement for complete terms at siriusxm.com. Other fees and taxes will apply. All fees and programming subject to change. Not all vehicles are capable of receiving all services offered by SiriusXM. Current information and features may not be available in all locations, or on all receivers. XM satellite service is available only to those at least 18 years of age in the 48 contiguous USA and DC. SiriusXM Internet Radio service is available throughout our satellite service area and in AK, HI and PR. © 2022 SiriusXM Radio Inc. Sirius, XM and all related marks and logos are trademarks of SiriusXM Radio Inc.
- 16 Requires AT&T data plan. Learn more about available data plans here. Coverage & service not available everywhere. Fees, terms & restrictions apply.
- 17 The USB Audio Interface is used for direct connection to and control of some current digital audio players and other USB devices that contain MP3, WMA or AAC music files. Some USB devices with security software and digital rights-protected files may not work. Please see your local Acura dealer for details on compatibility.
- 18 Based on SAE J1100 cargo volume measurement standard plus floor space between first and second seats and front seats moved forward. This figure compares more accurately with most competitive measurements.
- 19 Ordinary maintenance items or adjustments, parts subject to normal wear and replacement, and certain other items are excluded.
- 20 Acura Maintenance Program covers certain factory scheduled maintenance on select eligible vehicles for two years or 24,000 miles, whichever comes first. Certain models may require different maintenance schedules as recommended by the vehicle's Maintenance Minder system and described in the vehicle's Owner's Manuals. See an Acura Dealer for vehicle eligibility, coverage details, and exclusions. Valid only in the United States of America.