2012 Acura TL

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The 2012 Acura TL receives exterior design updates, performance improvements and technology upgrades. The new look includes a redesigned bumper with improved aerodynamics, a revised grille, new headlights, new fog lights and a shorter front ...
The 2012 Acura TL receives exterior design updates, performance improvements and technology upgrades. The new look includes a redesigned bumper with improved aerodynamics, a revised grille, new headlights, new fog lights and a shorter front overhang. At the rear the license plate is repositioned in the new bumper, new taillights are added and the trim on the edge of the trunk is thinner. The TL is powered by a 280-hrosepower 3.5-liter V6 engine combined with a new 6-speed Sequential SportShift automatic transmission. The TL SH-AWD is powered by a 305-horsepower 3.7-liter V6 engine, also combined with the SportShift automatic, and a 6-speed manual transmission is available.
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Quick Facts
  • Engine: 280 - 305 horsepower
  • Seating: 5 passengers
  • Driving Range: 315 - 537 miles
  • Drive: All-Wheel Drive; Front-Wheel Drive
  • Cargo Capacity: 12.5 - 13.1 cu. ft.
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The TL's slick powertrain returned a good 23 mpg overall. Handling is taut and the ride compliant, but the vague steering lacks feedback. Road noise stands out in the otherwise quiet interior. The rear seat is tight and the well-finished interior is cluttered with buttons. AWD is available. A six-speed automatic is new.
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The newly refreshed Acura TL shows improved levels of refinement and comfort while its powertrain gets…

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  • Styling9.1
  • Performance9.3
  • Interior9.1
  • Quality9.1
  • Recommendation8.9
Owner
  • Styling5.0
  • Performance4.0
  • Interior6.0
  • Quality9.0
  • Recommendation5.0
Just OK by Very Disappointed on 09/11/2012. Trim: 2012 Acura TL 6-Spd AT SH-AWD w/ Technology Pkg, Owned less than 1 year.
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Pros: Acura/Honda Reliability
Cons: Soft ride, needs more power, bland styling, not exciting to drive.
Overall review: I recently purchased this car as a downgrade from a high performance vehicle in order to save money. I fully regret my decision. If you are looking for a sports sedan, pass on the TL. The ride is soft even with the AWD. The car is underpowered, needs another 50 HP at least. If you are looking for a sports sedan, go with BMW 3 series, mercedes c class, even lexus IS before the TL. I have only had this car a week and already want to get rid of it. It looks like I will bite the bullet on depreciation, taxes, etc.. and trade it in soon...If you are looking for an economical car with little thrills, you will probably like it.
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