Acura's answer to
Honda's
Type R. The Type S emblem on the back of a car means that it has a specially-tuned
engine to provide more power over the stock configuration (they increase the
compression ratio), an improved
transmission to take advantage of it, improved
intake and
exhaust, better
suspension and
tires, an improved
braking system,
stabilizer bars, a specialized
chassis, perforated-leather seats, and other interior
amenities as well.
As an example, the 3.2 CL gets an extra 35 horsepower and 15 lbs/ft. of torque over the base model, and you get a five-speed automatic transmission instead of the stock four-speed.
Type S packages usually range around the $2,000.00 mark, which is a hell of a lot less than you would pay to achieve the same effect with aftermarket mods. You also don't have to worry about voiding your factory warranty.