2025 Acura

TLX Type-S

Auto (S10), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo

Acura TLX Type-S: best and worst years

Overview

Body: Compact CarsEPA, from EPA, last updated 10/5/2026
Drivetrain: All-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 10/5/2026Acura calls it SH-AWD.
Transmission: Automatic (S10)EPA, from EPA, last updated 10/5/2026
Powertrain: GasEPA, from EPA, last updated 10/5/2026
Fuel: PremiumEPA, from EPA, last updated 10/5/2026

Engine & performance

HP: 355
Axle ratio: 3.53
Cyl: 6EPA, from EPA, last updated 10/5/2026
Aspiration: TurbochargedEPA, from EPA, last updated 10/5/2026
Start-stop system: YesEPA, from EPA, last updated 10/5/2026

Efficiency

MPG Hwy: 25 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 10/5/2026
MPG City: 19 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 10/5/2026
MPG Comb: 21 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 10/5/2026
Fuel $/yr: $3,900EPA, from EPA, last updated 10/5/2026
CO₂: 420 g/miEPA, from EPA, last updated 10/5/2026
Eco Score: 4/10EPA, from EPA, last updated 10/5/2026
Smog score: 4/10
Elec. Range: 0 miEPA, from EPA, last updated 10/5/2026
SmartWay certified: No

Dimensions & capacity

Pass. Vol: 93 ft³EPA, from EPA, last updated 10/5/2026
Cargo Vol: 13 ft³EPA, from EPA, last updated 10/5/2026

Safety NHTSA record NHTSA, model year

Recalls: 1
Owner complaints: 0 See on NHTSA

Feature availability

Comfort

Heated rear seatsUnconfirmed
Standard
Heated seats
Standard
Heated steering wheel
Standard
Leather seats
Standard
Memory seat
Standard
Panoramic sunroofUnconfirmed
Standard
Ventilated seats
Standard

Audio

Bowers & Wilkins audioUnconfirmed
Package only
Mark Levinson audioUnconfirmed
Standard
Premium audio (any brand)Unconfirmed
Standard

Cameras & visibility

360 surround-view camera
Standard
Backup camera
Standard
Head-up display
Standard
Parking sensors
Standard

Driver assist

Adaptive cruise control
Standard
Automatic emergency brakingPart of AcuraWatch.
Standard
Blind-spot monitor
Standard
Lane-keeping assist
Standard

Convenience

Android Auto
Standard
Apple CarPlay
Standard
Keyless entry
Standard
Navigation system
Standard
Push-button start
Standard
Remote start
Standard
Wireless Apple CarPlayUnconfirmed
Standard
Wireless phone charging
Standard

Exterior

Adaptive headlights
Standard

Known issues manufacturer service bulletins, model year

11 service bulletins filed with NHTSA for this model year

Feb 12, 2025SUSPENSIONBTI&02112025901
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2021-2023 TLX ADV’s and 2021-2025 TLX Type S’s with a client complaint of the “Adaptive Damper System Problem” (ADS) error message on the MID (Multi Information Display). To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect specific parts from the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.
Jan 24, 2025SUSPENSIONBTI&01242025901
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2021-2023 TLX ADV’s and 2021-2025 TLX Type S’s with a client complaint of the “Adaptive Damper System Problem” (ADS) error message on the MID (Multi Information Display). To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect specific parts from the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.
Jan 18, 2025SUSPENSIONBTI&01172025901
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2021-2023 TLX ADV’s and 2021-2025 TLX Type S’s with a client complaint of the “Adaptive Damper System Problem” (ADS) error message on the MID (Multi Information Display). To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect specific parts from the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.
Jan 3, 2025SUSPENSIONBTI&01022025901
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2021-2023 TLX ADV’s and 2021-2025 TLX Type S’s with a client complaint of the “Adaptive Damper System Problem” (ADS) error message on the MID (Multi Information Display). To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect specific parts from the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.
Dec 3, 2024SUSPENSIONBTI&12022024902
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2021-2023 TLX ADV’s and 2021-2025 TLX Type S’s with a client complaint of the “Adaptive Damper System Problem” (ADS) error message on the MID (Multi Information Display). To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect specific parts from the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.
Oct 30, 2024SUSPENSIONBTI&10302024901
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2021-2023 TLX ADV’s and 2021-2025 TLX Type S’s with a client complaint of the “Adaptive Damper System Problem” (ADS) error message on the MID (Multi Information Display). To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect specific parts from the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.
Oct 11, 2024SUSPENSIONBTI&10112024901
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2021-2023 TLX ADV’s and 2021-2025 TLX Type S’s with a client complaint of the “Adaptive Damper System Problem” (ADS) error message on the MID (Multi Information Display). To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect specific parts from the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.
Sep 21, 2024SUSPENSIONBTI&09202024901
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2022-2025 MDX Type S's & 2021-2025 TLX ADV's or Type S's with a client complaint of the “Adaptive Damper System Problem” (ADS) error message on the MID (Multi Information Display). To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect specific parts from the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.
and 3 more

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

Warranty manufacturer terms, by make

Basic: 4 yr / 50k mi
Powertrain: 6 yr / 70k mi
Roadside assistance: 4 yr / 50k mi
EV battery: 8 yr / 100k mi

Source: www.cars.com as of 2026-06

Information is gathered on a best-effort basis from public sources, may be incomplete or out of date, and is not purchasing or financial advice. Verify with the manufacturer or dealer before buying.