We tested the fully loaded tl shawd with the technology package option and high performance tires. A solid piece of acura craftsmanship, the tl with the 6speed manual transmission has a great shifter but a stiff clutch pedal. Road test of the 2004 acura tl full authoritative test of. Choose the shawd model, and you have yourself a legitimate sport sedan, too. The manual acura tl is one of the coolest sedans ever made. The 2010 acura tl comes in two main variants, the base tl with front wheel drive and 280 hp, and the shawd with allwheel drive and 305 hp. We think after driving one they really did a great job with the vehicle and underst. Get behind the wheel of the acura tl and you are presented. May 28, 2010 the 2010 acura tl lineup consists of two models. A manual tl shawd is rated at 17 mpg city25 highway versus 1826 for automatic allwheeldrivers.
If we were going to invest in a navigation system, it would be in an acura honda product or perhaps in a toyotalexus product. Good ergonomics are a given in and acuras, and the tl disappoints only slightly. It was introduced in 1995 to replace the acura vigor and was badged for the japanesemarket from 1996 to 2000 as the honda inspire and from 1996 to 2004 as the honda saber. There are three major problems, one for owners of 2003 or earlier models, and two more general. Aug 25, 2017 the 2014 acura tl is a great used car. The acura navigation with realtime traffic information, standard equipment in the type s, is the best in the business and its made even more useable in the tl with a large eightinch screen. The manual acura tl is one of the coolest sedans ever made by jared rosenholtz smart buy comments and thats why you should buy one. The tl s v6 engine is powerful and surprisingly quiet. Nov 06, 2012 good ergonomics are a given in and acuras, and the tl disappoints only slightly. Aug 10, 2011 even if the acura tl shawd 6mt were not a good car, it would still deserve our support as the only upscale midsize sedan available with both allwheeldrive and a manual transmission in north america.
I have over 180,000 on the odometer now and she is still on the original clutch. However, the tl falls short of being a great luxury car. Feb 14, 2014 i was shocked to realize this car was available with a manual, a rarity in this class, and paired to the 3. Both engines come with a fivespeed automatic, but the shawd is available with the new sixspeed manual. Used acura tl with manual transmission for sale cargurus. Reaching for the handbrake lever almost always puts your hand in contact with the passengers left thigh an. With acura discontinuingthe production of manuals for the. Jul, 2010 the good an allwheeldrive system and tight suspension give the 2010 acura tl shawd excellent handling, and its manual transmission is a pleasure to shift. My only beef with the car is the crappy navigation system and the durability of the leather seats. Little of substance has changed with this years model. Im an unexperienced diyer type with a 2003 tls, and i was sorely disappointed with this manual. The tl is a good value in its class, and offers lots of new gadgets to play with.
The acura tl is a midsize upscale car that was manufactured by acura. The acura tl continues to surprise as it evolves in its current fourth generation. The only problem ive had is the radiator and the left side front end, would always seem to take a lot of damage. Thankfully, shortly after the 2009 tl went on sale, acura announced plans to add a manual gearbox back to the lineup. The 2004 acura tl first look, impressions, walk around and test drive.
Equipped with vtec variable valve timing, a honda hallmark since its debut in the acura nsx. The 2010 acura tl shawd with the technology package and the new sixspeed manual transmission brings some familiar adages to mind. Additionally, new for 2010, our tl came with a 6speed manual. The environmental protection agency epa rates the frontwheel drive 20 tl at 20 mpg in the city and 29 mpg on the highway. My criticisms notwithstanding, the acura tl is a good car, even a very good car. I was shocked to realize this car was available with a manual, a rarity in this class, and paired to the 3. This gearbox has been around for a long time now, and its.
Instead, we find cvts and automatic transmissions with paddle shifters in. The manual is a little lighter overall than the automatic 72 pounds, but this doesnt much affect the tls fundamental dynamic balance. And the s in the types clearly stands for sport, and means added gumption from the acura rls 3. Acura tried to develop a distinctive style and it is very over done. Even if the acura tl shawd 6mt were not a good car, it would still deserve our support as the only upscale midsize sedan available with both allwheeldrive and a manual transmission in north america. The 20 acura tl is a comfortable, attractive, and wellequipped luxury sedanbut in top shawd guise it morphs into something that even driving enthusiasts will find compelling. Why bother to buy a much more expensive rl when the tl is similar sized. Unfortunately, it would take an entire year before it hit the market. And it continues down the acura line, the tsx can have the same engine as. Finding an engaging luxury sedan isnt easy in todays day and age. The tl was acura s bestselling model until it was outsold by the mdx in 2007. Select any acura vehicle enter the year and model to view manuals and warranties select year.
The return of the acura tl types for 2007 ends a threeyear absence, and narrows the performance gap between a highly likeable sportluxury sedan series and its more aggressively tuned german rivals. Shifting for ourselves is becoming a lost art among u. Its sold in a single trim level, but shoppers can upgrade the car via various packages. For those who opt to shift through the gears themselves, manual transmission cars come with a limitedslip differential to help prevent excessive. The 2010 acura tl is offered in two models, the base tl and the tl shawd. Keep the oil changed, make sure you fix parts when you hear them or your mechanic sees a problem, and the car will be very smooth and reliable.
The acura tl lasted for four generations from 1997 to 2014. Specs year 2004 make acura model tl trim base curb weight 3,465 lbs. The acura tl lasted for four generations from 1997 to 2014 before it was killed. The 2014 acura tl is one of those cars we forget existed until when we spot one on the road. Specs datasheet with technical data and performance data plus an analysis of the direct market competition of acura tl 6speed in 2006 the model with 4door sedan body and v6 3210 cm3 195. To purchase printed manuals, you can order online or contact. May 18, 2011 a manual tl shawd is rated at 17 mpg city25 highway versus 1826 for automatic allwheeldrivers. The 2014 acura tl shawd with the manual provides for a wonderful drive. Handling, while crisp, is not as balanced as the classleader bmw 330i.
With the new ilx, rlx, mdx, rdx, and the upcoming nsx, the current tl has faded into obscurity, which. The 2014 acura tl is an attractive, comfortable, wellappointed luxury sedan. If your vehicle is equipped with a navigation system, a navigation manual with detailed instructions, settings, and other information is also available. The outside has grown in appearance with a more regal exterior. Oct 14, 2009 the manual is a little lighter overall than the automatic 72 pounds, but this doesnt much affect the tls fundamental dynamic balance. Mar 05, 2014 the 2014 acura tl shawd is equipped with a 3. Search used acura tl with manual transmission for sale nationwide. Oct 29, 2012 the second and more powerful setup includes acura s shawd allwheel drive and a 305hp 3. If you need the traction of allwheeldrive and a midsize interior.
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