Acura TLss
Manufacturer	Acura
Parent company	Honda
Production	1996-present
Predecessor	Acura Vigor
Class	Mid-size luxury car
Body style(s)	4-door sedan
Layout	FF layout

The Acura TL is a mid-size luxury car from Honda's Acura brand. It was introduced in 1996 to supplant the Acura Vigor and was rebadged for the Japanese-market from 1996 to 2000 as the Honda Inspire and from 1996 to 2004 as the Honda Saber. The TL is Acura's best-selling model, and it is the second best-selling luxury sedan in the United States behind the BMW 3-Series.^[1] Automakers, also known as carmakers, automobile manufacturers, motor manufacturers, or the automobile industry are companies that design and manufacture automobiles. ... Acura (アキュラ Akyura) is a luxury brand of Japanese automaker Honda Motor Company. ... This article is about the Japanese motor corporation. ... The Acura Vigor was Acuras mid-size sedan sold from 1992 to 1995. ... Car classification is subjective since many vehicles fall into multiple categories. ... A mid-size car, frequently referred to as an intermediate, is an automobile with a size between that of a compact and a full-size or standard-size car. ... A luxury car is a relatively expensive car. ... Cars can come in a large variety of different body styles. ... A notchback full-size luxury sedan. ... In automobile design layout is the place where both the engine and driven wheels are. ... Sketch of FF layout In automotive design, a FF, or Front-engine, Front-wheel drive layout places both the engine and driven wheels at the front of the vehicle. ... A mid-size car, frequently referred to as an intermediate, is an automobile with a size between that of a compact and a full-size or standard-size car. ... A luxury car is a relatively expensive car. ... This article is about the Japanese motor corporation. ... Acura (アキュラ Akyura) is a luxury brand of Japanese automaker Honda Motor Company. ... For other uses, see Brand (disambiguation). ... The Acura Vigor was Acuras mid-size sedan sold from 1992 to 1995. ... Badge engineering is a term that describes the rebadging of one model of car as another. ... The Honda Inspire and Inspire Type S are luxury sedans introduced by Honda in 1990 and based on the Honda Accord chassis. ... The BMW 3-Series is a line of compact sedans manufactured by BMW since May, 1975. ...

1996 (1G TL)

The TL debuted as 1996 model, first with the 1996 2.5 TL available with the 2.5 L 176 hp (131 kW) SOHC 20-valve 5-cylinder engine from the Vigor. The 3.2 TL used the 3.2 L 200 hp (149 kW) SOHC 24v V6 from the second-generation Acura Legend. The 2.5 TL was positioned as the sporty model and the 3.2 focused more upon a luxurious ride. The very first 1996 Acura TL rolled off the assembly line on March 28, 1995. Image File history File links Metadata Size of this preview: 800 × 433 pixelsFull resolution (1960 × 1060 pixel, file size: 194 KB, MIME type: image/jpeg) File historyClick on a date/time to view the file as it appeared at that time. ... The Honda Inspire and Inspire Type S are luxury sedans introduced by Honda in 1990 and based on the Honda Accord chassis. ... The Honda Saber was a Japan-market version of the second-generation Acura TL sedan. ... Sayama (狭山市; -shi), formerly known as Irumagawa, is a city located in Saitama, Japan. ... The Volvo B5252S is an example of a straight-5 engine. ... The Ford Essex V6 engine V6 and V-6 redirect here. ... “Gearbox” redirects here. ... The automatic gear selector in a Ford Five Hundred vehicle An automatic transmission (commonly abbreviated as AT) is an automobile gearbox that can change gear ratios automatically as the vehicle moves, thus freeing the driver from having to shift gears manually (similar but larger devices are also used for railroad... This article or section does not cite its references or sources. ... The Acura CL is a model of automobile manufactured by Honda between 1997 and 2003 and was designed to replace the Acura Legend coupe. ... The Honda Accord is an automobile manufactured by Honda since 1976, debuting as a compact hatchback and evolving into a intermediate vehicle. ... The Honda Odyssey is a minivan / large MPV produced by the Japanese automaker Honda since 1995. ... The Isuzu Aska was a nameplate used by Isuzu Motors Ltd. ... The Isuzu Oasis is a minivan and the result of a joint venture between Isuzu and Honda. ... Single overhead cam (also SOHC) refers to the internal combustion engine design where one camshaft is located above the valves. ... The Volvo B5252S is an example of a straight-5 engine. ... The Acura Legend, sold as the Honda Legend outside the U.S., Canada, and parts of China, was a sporty luxury vehicle sold from 1986 to 1995 as both a sedan and a coupé. It was one of the first vehicles sold under the Acura nameplate, and was the top... is the 87th day of the year (88th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ... Year 1995 (MCMXCV) was a common year starting on Sunday (link will display full 1995 Gregorian calendar). ...

1999 (2G TL)

Second generation
Also called	Honda Inspire
Production	1999–2003
Assembly	Marysville, Ohio
Engine(s)	3.2L 225 hp (168 kW) V6 3.2L 260 hp (194 kW) V6 (Type-S Models)
Transmission(s)	4-speed automatic 5-speed automatic (2000 and later)
Wheelbase	108.1 in (2746 mm)
Length	1999-2000: 192.9 in (4900 mm) 2001-03: 192.5 in (4890 mm)
Width	70.3 in (1786 mm)
Height	1999-2000: 56.1 in (1425 mm) 2001-03: 53.7 in (1364 mm)
Curb weight	3447 lb (1564 kg)
Related	Acura CL Honda Accord Honda Odyssey Honda Pilot Acura MDX

In 1998, Honda revealed the TL-X concept car, showing a preview of the second-generation TL which would debut a year later. The second-generation TL (now called 3.2 TL) was released in 1999 and was now derived off the USDM Honda Accord platform. It was available with a newly-designed 3.2 L 225 hp (168 kW) SOHC VTEC J32 V6 mated to a four-speed electronic automatic transmission with SportShift. Image File history File linksMetadata Size of this preview: 800 × 440 pixelsFull resolution (2022 × 1112 pixel, file size: 230 KB, MIME type: image/jpeg) File history Legend: (cur) = this is the current file, (del) = delete this old version, (rev) = revert to this old version. ... The Honda Inspire and Inspire Type S are luxury sedans introduced by Honda in 1990 and based on the Honda Accord chassis. ... Marysville is a city in Union County, Ohio, United States. ... The Ford Essex V6 engine V6 and V-6 redirect here. ... The Ford Essex V6 engine V6 and V-6 redirect here. ... “Gearbox” redirects here. ... This article or section does not cite its references or sources. ... Kerb (sometimes mis-spelled as curb by Americans) weight is the total weight of a vehicle with standard equipment, all necessary operating consumables (such as motor oil and coolant), a full tank of fuel and not loaded with either passengers or cargo. ... The Acura CL is a model of automobile manufactured by Honda between 1997 and 2003 and was designed to replace the Acura Legend coupe. ... The Honda Accord is an automobile manufactured by Honda since 1976, debuting as a compact hatchback and evolving into a intermediate vehicle. ... The Honda Odyssey is a minivan / large MPV produced by the Japanese automaker Honda since 1995. ... 2006 Honda Pilot The Honda Pilot is Hondas second SUV fully built and designed by Honda, released in the summer of 2002 for the 2003 model year. ... The Acura MDX (Honda MDX in Japan and Australia) is a mid-size luxury crossover SUV produced by the Japanese automaker Acura since the 2001 model year. ... This article is about the Japanese motor corporation. ... 1938 Buick Y-Job, the first Concept car A concept car or show car is a car prototype made to showcase a concept, new styling, technology and more. ... ... The Honda Accord is an automobile manufactured by Honda since 1976, debuting as a compact hatchback and evolving into a intermediate vehicle. ... VTEC (Variable Valve Timing and Lift Electronic Control) is a valvetrain system developed by Honda to improve the volumetric efficiency of a four-stroke internal combustion engine. ... The J-series was Hondas second V6 engine family, introduced in 1996. ... The automatic gear selector in a Ford Five Hundred vehicle An automatic transmission (commonly abbreviated as AT) is an automobile gearbox that can change gear ratios automatically as the vehicle moves, thus freeing the driver from having to shift gears manually (similar but larger devices are also used for railroad...

The second-generation 3.2 TL (the 2.5 was dropped) was built in Marysville, Ohio, alongside the Honda Accord, at Marysville Auto Plant. These cars were imported into Japan and sold as Honda Inspire in the Honda Clio dealer network, and as Honda Saber in the Honda Primo and Verno dealer networks. The main difference between the two cars were the front grille; the Inspire and Saber were also available with a 2.5 L Honda J-series V6 exclusive to the Japanese market. Marysville is a city in Union County, Ohio, United States. ... Marysville Auto Plant is a Honda manufacturing facility located approximately six miles northwest of Marysville, Ohio. ... The Honda Inspire and Inspire Type S are luxury sedans introduced by Honda in 1990 and based on the Honda Accord chassis. ... The Honda Saber was a Japan-market version of the second-generation Acura TL sedan. ...

The very first 1999 Acura TL (2G) rolled off the assembly line on August 4, 1998. The only option on the sedan was a hard drive-based navigation system. The 1999 TL's navigation system stored the maps in zones; there were 5 different zones for the U.S. is the 216th day of the year (217th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ... Year 1998 (MCMXCVIII) was a common year starting on Thursday (link will display full 1998 Gregorian calendar). ...

2000

I the second year of production, the Acura TL was given slightly more features, including a 5-speed automatic transmission, with SportShift. The added gear allowed for slightly better fuel economy and acceleration when compared to the previous 4-speed automatic transmission with SportShift. In many vehicles, the 5-speed automatic transmission failed: as the third clutch pack wore, particles blocked off oil passages and prevented the transmission from shifting or holding gears normally. The transmission would slip, fail to shift, or suddenly downshift and make the car come to a screeching halt from expressway speeds. This problem was highlighted in the Los Angeles Times in September 2002. Consumer Reports took note and awarded the TL and CL the black spot, the worst rating for transmission reliability. In response to the recurring problem, the manufacturer extended the warranty covering the transmission to 7 yrs or 100,000 miles on U.S.A. models. A class action lawsuit was settled to extend the transmission warranty for U.S.A. owners or entities but not Canadians to 7.75 years for all 99 to 02 and some 03 by VIN. For details see http://www.hondatransmissionsettlement.com Transmissions replaced prior to March 2005 usually fail again. Transmissions replaced 3/2005 and later include a redesigned third gear clutch pack reported to fix the problem. This just IN !!!:paris hiltons new dog. ...

Other notable changes include the addition of side impact airbags for the front passengers and a change of format for the navigation system. The 2000 TL switched the CD for a DVD-based navigation system. The entire continental United States became accessible with the navigation system; it was possible to drive from one coast to the other with the new navigation system. DVD (also known as Digital Versatile Disc or Digital Video Disc) is a popular optical disc storage media format. ...

2001

For the 2001 model year, a redesigned coupe version of the TL was introduced, the 3.2CL. While it was mechanically identical to the TL, its sales never came close to that of its sibling model, and as a result, it was discontinued in May 2003. The 2001 added one feature that the 2000 didn't have, a new redesigned cupholder insert. The automatic transmission in many of these cars were also defective. In response to the recurring problem, the manufacturer extended the warranty covering the transmission to 109,000 miles (175,400 km) or 7.75 years for all 99 to 02 and 03 partial per VIN. Acura dealers replace the transmissions under warranty. Transmissions replaced prior to March 2005 usually fail again. Transmissions replaced 3/2005 and later include a redesigned 3rd gear clutch pack reported to fix the problem.

2002

2002-2003 Acura TL

In 2002, the TL got a minor makeover, with a refreshed front fascia, redesigned taillights, a 6 CD in-dash changer as well as a few other features. A Type-S model was also added, adding 35 hp (26 kW) as well as 17 inch wheels, firmer seats and suspension. The automatic transmission in a large number of these cars were also defective. In response to the recurring problem, the manufacturer extended the warranty covering the transmission to 109,000 miles (175,400 km) or 7.75 years for all 99 to 02 and 03 partial per VIN. Acura dealers replace the transmissions under warranty. Transmissions replaced prior to March 2005 usually fail again. Transmissions replaced 3/2005 and later include a redesigned 3rd gear clutch pack reported to fix the problem.

2003

Available only in Canada, Acura released an A-SPEC version of its popular TL Type-S. This edition was limited to 800 units, 400 in Nighthawk Black Pearl (NBP) and 400 in Aegean Blue Pearl {ABP}. The differences between the A-SPEC and non-A-SPEC were cosmetic. This trim came with a full painted skirt kit. The A-SPEC featured blue perforated leather accents found on the steering wheel, the shift knob ( which was also different), the seats and the door panels. The rest of the black leather was stitched with a matching blue thread. The front headlights, front grille and door handles were painted same as the body color instead of the chrome found on other trims. Side turning markers were also exclusive to this model. Aluminum accents replace the black ones on the center console and the doors. There were also aluminum Acura door sills on the A-SPEC. The wheels were also model specific. The A-SPEC also got a new spoiler with red lights on either side of it. To top it off there were subtle A-SPEC badges on the carpets and under the usual 3.2 TL Type-S badges.

2004 (3G TL)

The first third generation Acura TL once upon a time rolled off the assembly line on September 30, 2003. On October 6, 2003, the third generation Acura TL (the 3.2 moniker was dropped) was released for sale in North America. Developed mainly in the United States by a team led by Erik Berkman with bodywork penned by American Honda designer Jon Ikeda, the new TL is built in Marysville, Ohio, and is derived from the 7th generation USDM Honda Accord. It is powered by a 270 hp (201 kW; later revised to 258 hp (192 kW), based on the new SAE measurement standard for horsepower and 233 lb·ft (316 N·m) of torque), 3.2 L 24 valve SOHC VTEC V6 engine mated to either a 5-speed automatic with SportShift or 6-speed manual. Marysville is a city in Union County, Ohio, United States. ... The Ford Essex V6 engine V6 and V-6 redirect here. ... The Ford Essex V6 engine V6 and V-6 redirect here. ... “Gearbox” redirects here. ... This article or section does not cite its references or sources. ... The Honda Accord is an automobile manufactured by Honda since 1976, debuting as a compact hatchback and evolving into a intermediate vehicle. ... The Honda Odyssey is a minivan / large MPV produced by the Japanese automaker Honda since 1995. ... 2006 Honda Pilot The Honda Pilot is Hondas second SUV fully built and designed by Honda, released in the summer of 2002 for the 2003 model year. ... The Acura MDX (Honda MDX in Japan and Australia) is a mid-size luxury crossover SUV produced by the Japanese automaker Acura since the 2001 model year. ... is the 273rd day of the year (274th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ... Year 2003 (MMIII) was a common year starting on Wednesday of the Gregorian calendar. ... is the 279th day of the year (280th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ... The Honda Accord is an automobile manufactured by Honda since 1976, debuting as a compact hatchback and evolving into a intermediate vehicle. ... Single overhead cam (also SOHC) refers to the internal combustion engine design where one camshaft is located above the valves. ... VTEC (Variable Valve Timing and Lift Electronic Control) is a valvetrain system developed by Honda to improve the volumetric efficiency of a four-stroke internal combustion engine. ... The Ford Essex V6 engine V6 and V-6 redirect here. ... The automatic gear selector in a Ford Five Hundred vehicle An automatic transmission (commonly abbreviated as AT) is an automobile gearbox that can change gear ratios automatically as the vehicle moves, thus freeing the driver from having to shift gears manually (similar but larger devices are also used for railroad... A manual transmission (also known as a stick shift, straight drive, or standard transmission) is a type of transmission used in automotive applications. ...

As of March 2004, Honda offers to the public a factory-sanctioned "tuner package" version of the TL: the TL A-SPEC. This version features a suspension tuned by Makoto Tamamura, an indication of the TL A-SPEC's aggressive engineering. In addition, an underbody kit, spoiler, limited edition A-SPEC steering wheel, "A-SPEC" badge on the back, and 18 inch wheels are standard issue on the A-SPEC package. When installed at purchase, the car's 4 year/50,000 mile warranty applies to the package as well. Makoto Tamamura is an automobile chassis engineer. ...

The third generation TL is also the first car in the American market to include a 6 disc DVD-Audio system, output through an 8-speaker 225-watt system, engineered by Panasonic and tuned by Elliot Scheiner. The system also plays back normal audio CDs as well as DTS audio discs, CD-Audio, CD-Rs and CD-RWs. The car is also equipped with a Bluetooth HandsFree Link (HFL) system, integrated with the audio system, to allow for hands-free usage of one's cell phone (provided the phone also supports Bluetooth and is compatible with the HFL's hands-free profile). The driver can simply voice-dial the number and carry the entire conversation over the car's built-in audio system; when receiving a phone call a display will show caller ID if it is supported by the phone. The driver also has the capability to transfer current calls between the car and his phone when exiting or entering the TL. There is also a phone book which can store personal phone numbers within the car's memory. With the built-in XM Radio tuner, owners can elect to pay a monthly subscription after the complimentary 3 months subscription expires from Acura for XM radio, which provides over 100 digital channels via satellite. DVD-Audio is a digital format for delivering very high-fidelity audio content on a DVD. DVD-Audio includes no video and should not be confused with video DVDs containing concerts and music videos. ... Panasonic is an international brand name for Japanese electric products manufacturer Matsushita Electric Industrial Co. ... This article does not cite any references or sources. ... Compact Disc ReWritable (CD-RW) is a rewritable optical disc format. ... Bluetooth logo This article is about the electronic protocol named after Harald Bluetooth Gormson. ... XM Satellite Radio (NASDAQ: XMSR) is a satellite radio service in the United States based in Washington, DC and controlled by News Corporations DirecTV, General Motors, American Honda, Hughes Electronics, and several private investment groups. ... XM Satellite Radio (NASDAQ: XMSR) is a satellite radio service in the United States based in Washington, DC and controlled by News Corporations DirecTV, General Motors, American Honda, Hughes Electronics, and several private investment groups. ...

Sporting an Alpine-designed navigation system, the third generation TL also accepts voice commands like "Find nearest police station" to "Go home." The navigation system features an 8 inch touch-screen LCD, which allows for easy viewing of the road ahead. LCD redirects here. ...

The JDM Honda Inspire debuted around 4 and a half months earlier (on June 11, 2003) and marked the branching out of the TL line from the Inspire. The Inspire is basically a seventh generation USDM Honda Accord V6 with minor trim changes, and the addition of Variable Cylinder Management, which shuts off half of the engine when not needed to boost fuel economy. The Saber was discontinued and the new Inspire is being sold at Clio, Primo, and Verno dealerships. The term JDM Japanese domestic market (JDM) is used to describe Japans economic market for Japanese-brand goods, chiefly automobiles and parts. ... The Honda Inspire and Inspire Type S are luxury sedans introduced by Honda in 1990 and based on the Honda Accord chassis. ... is the 162nd day of the year (163rd in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ... ... The Ford Essex V6 engine V6 and V-6 redirect here. ... Variable Cylinder Management (VCM) is Hondas term for a variable displacement technology. ...

The TL became Acura's best selling luxury sedan in 2004 with more than 79,000 sold that year.^{[citation needed]}

2005

The 2005 TL received a passenger airbag cutoff switch and extra stitching on the front seats. Manual transmission models featured Brembo 4 Piston brake calipers for the front wheels. There were several minor changes made (such as changes in seat belt anchor mounts) which are not published.

2006

2006 TL A-SPEC

The 2006 TL received the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), an improved weight ratio (now 60:40 front/back) and a new engine management system to help reduce torque steer. The new horsepower rating of 258 hp (192 kW) is due to a change in testing procedures, despite the engine remaining the same since 2004.

2007

2007 TL Type-S

The 2007 Acura TL features a slightly revised exterior as well as a revised interior with a new steering wheel and new gauges, in addition to new colors like Carbon Gray Pearl and Carbon Bronze Pearl (for the TL). The 2007 TL (non Type-S) received suspension changes to improve ride comfort. Also new for the 2007 model year were LED signal blinkers on the side mirrors and fog lights on the bumper. TL with navigation models sport a new rear view camera with image displayed on the navigation screen as well as XM NavTraffic. In addition to the new standard auxiliary audio jack, the sound system is now MP3/WMA compatible. The manual transmission option has been dropped from the base TL due largely to extremely low sales (roughly 1 out of 40 TLs sold across America were equipped with a manual gearbox). Image File history File linksMetadata Size of this preview: 800 × 468 pixelsFull resolution (2384 × 1396 pixel, file size: 277 KB, MIME type: image/jpeg) File history Legend: (cur) = this is the current file, (del) = delete this old version, (rev) = revert to this old version. ... Image File history File linksMetadata Size of this preview: 800 × 468 pixelsFull resolution (2384 × 1396 pixel, file size: 277 KB, MIME type: image/jpeg) File history Legend: (cur) = this is the current file, (del) = delete this old version, (rev) = revert to this old version. ... For other uses, see MP3 (disambiguation). ... Windows Media Audio (WMA) is an audio data compression technology developed by Microsoft. ... A manual transmission (also known as a stick shift, straight drive, or standard transmission) is a type of transmission used in automotive applications. ...

The most notable revision is the return of the Type-S edition of the TL. The Acura TL Type-S will receive the Acura RL's 3.5-liter V6 engine tuned for 286 horsepower and 256 lb·ft (347 N·m). of torque with either a 5-speed automatic with paddle shifters or a 6-speed manual transmission. Exterior differences include quad exhaust pipes, restyled taillights and front fascia, lip spoiler, LED lights, Brembo brakes, dark silver 10-spoke wheels, and exclusive Type-S badging, plus an exclusive new color option, Kinetic Blue Pearl. The interior has unique two tone Type-S trim on the headrests and steering wheel, racing pedals, carbon fiber trim, and red interior lighting (as opposed to blue in the base TL). Touch screen navigation is standard and the suspension has been re-tuned. The Acura RL is the top-of-the-line sedan in the range of Hondas North American luxury brand Acura. ... The liter (spelled liter in American English and litre in Commonwealth English) is a unit of volume. ... This article is about a unit of measurement. ... For other senses of this word, see torque (disambiguation). ... Brembo Logo Brembo is a manufacturer of automotive brake systems, especially for high-performance cars and motorcycles. ...

2008

The 2008 TL features an improved new immobilizer system, a separate Tire Pressure Monitoring System warning lamp and two new body colours. The navigation system has been updated to work in Hawaii, and the AcuraLink has been expanded to incorporate 76 markets (up from 38 markets for the 2007 model).

Awards

• The 2006 Acura TL won ConsumerSearch's best Sports sedan with luxury touches in Best Luxury Cars in September 2006.^[2]
• The 2006 Acura TL won ConsumerSearch's Best blend of sport and luxury in Best Sports Sedans in June 2006.^[3]

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References

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