TYPE-S for the Future??? Yes or No - Acura Forum

geminis2 · 03-12-04, 08:22 PM

I have been looking at all the automakers and they are making powerful versions of their cars. Cadillac CTS-V, BMW M models, Mercedes AMG, Lexus LSport, Audi S and RS, Volvo R models, ect... Do you guys think Acura will make a Type S model and is the new A-Spec Concept the new Type-S. So state your opinion for the future. I hope they make a TYPE-S soon. What do you THINK??

*pianoman41* · 03-12-04, 09:01 PM

I remember reading somewhere that Acura said they were doing away with Type S models altogether (or at least the moniker). The RSX Type S was supposed to be the last one made.

However, that being said there is always a demand for the premium model of any performance-oriented vehicle. I imagine the A-Spec will become the Type S but I don't think it will badged Type S.

*jinny* · 03-13-04, 12:30 AM

Well, the TL already has "type-S" power... I don't think, in it's current form, it can really handle that much more power...

perhaps the TL will benefit from a trickle down of a hybrid setup like the one that the new RL is rumored to have (assuming that the rumors are true). then maybe it can handle more power, but as Matt says, I still don't think they would call it a "type-S"

Crazy Quattro · 03-13-04, 12:49 AM

Last i heard was that the AWD version of the TL will be called the Type-S.

Expect more power also , so i been told.

geminis2 · 03-13-04, 01:10 AM

There has to be a Type S series models like what the other automakers are doing with M, AMG,S/RS,L Sport, Type V.ect... Maybe the NSX V6 motor for the present car will be in the type S in AWD trim hmmm.

navdhanju · 03-14-04, 11:35 PM

That would be awesome.... TL with NSX engine in AWD. I hope it happens.... Ill be a lil choked though cuz if the plans for a type s were in fact tru id have waited. oh well, itll just be another car to trade up for.

*rominl* · 03-15-04, 05:02 AM

i agree with haf on how acura is taking the type s. if they stay with the current setup, having a type s isn't bringing them anywhere. but if it's like what jesal said and they really come out with awd and more power, then it's debatable. but i will just hold my breath and see

Outlook · 03-15-04, 03:09 PM

I think the TL concept, with the 300+ HP is the direction Honda is going for the 2006 model. Remember, Honda does things in cycles. New versions every 4 years. After it arrives, it gets refreshed for the 3rd and 4th year.

It wouldn't be surprising if they repeat what was done with the 2000-2003 models, specifically during the last 2 years of production, with the new headlights and grill and more HP on the Types S (now called A-Spec) .......

*The General* · 03-15-04, 04:03 PM

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Originally posted by Outlook
I think the TL concept, with the 300+ HP is the direction Honda is going for the 2006 model. Remember, Honda does things in cycles. New versions every 4 years. After it arrives, it gets refreshed for the 3rd and 4th year.

It wouldn't be surprising if they repeat what was done with the 2000-2003 models, specifically during the last 2 years of production, with the new headlights and grill and more HP on the Types S (now called A-Spec) .......

You meant every "5" years, right? The 2nd gen TL came out in '99.

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03-12-04, 08:22 PM	#1 (permalink)
geminis2 Acuraworld Junior Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Posts: 111	TYPE-S for the Future??? Yes or No I have been looking at all the automakers and they are making powerful versions of their cars. Cadillac CTS-V, BMW M models, Mercedes AMG, Lexus LSport, Audi S and RS, Volvo R models, ect... Do you guys think Acura will make a Type S model and is the new A-Spec Concept the new Type-S. So state your opinion for the future. I hope they make a TYPE-S soon. What do you THINK??

03-12-04, 09:01 PM	#2 (permalink)
pianoman41 Tastes minty Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Western MA Age: 39 Posts: 7,009 Your Mood: Car 1: 02 Acura TL-S w/navi Car 2: 05 Acura MDX w/navi Car 3: 01 Dodge Dakota SLT 4WD	I remember reading somewhere that Acura said they were doing away with Type S models altogether (or at least the moniker). The RSX Type S was supposed to be the last one made. However, that being said there is always a demand for the premium model of any performance-oriented vehicle. I imagine the A-Spec will become the Type S but I don't think it will badged Type S. __________________ I think soccer is disgusting. Matt 2002 ABP TL-S w/navi 2005 BSM MDX w/navi

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navdhanju Go Oilers Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Edmonton, Alberta Age: 25 Posts: 1,635 Car 1: 2006 BMW 525i Car 2: 2007 TSX Car 3: 2004 EL AWP	That would be awesome.... TL with NSX engine in AWD. I hope it happens.... Ill be a lil choked though cuz if the plans for a type s were in fact tru id have waited. oh well, itll just be another car to trade up for. __________________ NAV 2003 WDP TL-S WO/NAVI Parchment - SOLD 2004 NBP TL W/NAVI Black Int Momo F-16 EVO Shiftknob - FOR SALE 23% Tint All Around Yokohama Avid H4's - 235/45HR/17 2004 AWP EL W/Black Int Sylvannia Silverstars Piaa Reverse Lights Painted Calipers Painted Engine Bay 2006 BMW 525i W/Sport Package Silver Grey Metallic 2 sets of 17" Runflats, 1winter, 1summer

03-15-04, 05:02 AM	#7 (permalink)
rominl I am no one Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Orange County, CA Age: 30 Posts: 14,789 Car 1: GS400, SC430	i agree with haf on how acura is taking the type s. if they stay with the current setup, having a type s isn't bringing them anywhere. but if it's like what jesal said and they really come out with awd and more power, then it's debatable. but i will just hold my breath and see __________________

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03-13-04, 12:49 AM	#4 (permalink)
Crazy Quattro Banned Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: CHICAGO Age: 27 Posts: 14,334	Last i heard was that the AWD version of the TL will be called the Type-S. Expect more power also , so i been told.

03-13-04, 01:10 AM	#5 (permalink)
geminis2 Acuraworld Junior Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Posts: 111	There has to be a Type S series models like what the other automakers are doing with M, AMG,S/RS,L Sport, Type V.ect... Maybe the NSX V6 motor for the present car will be in the type S in AWD trim hmmm.

03-15-04, 03:09 PM	#8 (permalink)
Outlook Junior Member Supamoderus Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Orlando, Florida Posts: 2,618	I think the TL concept, with the 300+ HP is the direction Honda is going for the 2006 model. Remember, Honda does things in cycles. New versions every 4 years. After it arrives, it gets refreshed for the 3rd and 4th year. It wouldn't be surprising if they repeat what was done with the 2000-2003 models, specifically during the last 2 years of production, with the new headlights and grill and more HP on the Types S (now called A-Spec) ....... __________________

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