Body style: Coupé (two-door)
Segment: Premium Coupe
Production years: 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004
The second generation of the Acura CL was introduced in 2000 as a 2001 model. It was based on the Acura TL platform and they were built on the same assembly line.
The Acura CL was initially launched to replace the Legend Coupe, but it was a completely different vehicle. While the Legend Coupe was based on the Legend platform, the CL was based on the Acura TL and it was almost the same car like the Honda Accord Coupe. In 2001, the CL received a complete change.
The headlights were bigger and the bumper was deeper. A streamlined bodywork with frameless windows and curved roofline from A to C-pillars were installed. It was the first Acura designed, engineered, and manufactured entirely in the U.S.
Unlike other personal coupe vehicles on the market, the CL featured a long list of standard amenities. While other European premium car-makers used to charge for every bolt and nut added to the car, the Japanese just installed them as standard. The navigation was a DVD-based model, with 48 U.S. states on the same disc. The leather seats and climate control were included as well.
For the technical department, Acura installed a 3.2-liter V6 engine mated to a 5-speed automatic transmission. Until 2003 it was the only drivetrain available. Later on, a 2.4-liter inline-four and a 6-speed manual were added to the options list.
ENGINE SPECS - 3.2L 5AT FWD (225 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | V6 |
Displacement: | 3210 cm3 |
Power: | 168 KW @ 5600 RPM 228 HP @ 5600 RPM 225 BHP @ 5600 RPM |
Torque: | 217 lb-ft @ 4700 RPM 294 Nm @ 4700 RPM |
Fuel System: | Electronic Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 17.2 gallons (65.1 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 136.7 mph (220 km/h) |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | P205/60 R16 91V |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 192 in (4877 mm) |
Width: | 70.6 in (1793 mm) |
Height: | 55.5 in (1410 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 61.1/61 in (1,552/1,549 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 106.9 in (2715 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 6.2 in (157 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 13.6 cuFT (385 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3470 lbs (1574 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4024.1 lbs (1825 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 17 mpg US (13.8 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 27 mpg US (8.7 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 21 mpg US (11.2 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 267 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - Type S 3.2L V6 5AT FWD (263 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | V6 |
Displacement: | 3210 cm3 |
Power: | 191 KW @ 6100 RPM 260 HP @ 6100 RPM 256 BHP @ 6100 RPM |
Torque: | 232 lb-ft @ 3500-5500 RPM 315 Nm @ 3500-5500 RPM |
Fuel System: | Electronic Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 17.2 gallons (65.1 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 136.7 mph (220 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 7 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | P215/50 R17 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 192 in (4877 mm) |
Width: | 70.6 in (1793 mm) |
Height: | 53.3 in (1354 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 61/61 in (1,549/1,549 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 106.9 in (2715 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 6.2 in (157 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 13.6 cuFT (385 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3510 lbs (1592 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4024.1 lbs (1825 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 19 mpg US (12.4 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 29 mpg US (8.1 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 23 mpg US (10.2 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 243 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - Type S 3.2L V6 6MT FWD (263 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | V6 |
Displacement: | 3210 cm3 |
Power: | 191 KW @ 6100 RPM 260 HP @ 6100 RPM 256 BHP @ 6100 RPM |
Torque: | 232 lb-ft @ 3500-5500 RPM 315 Nm @ 3500-5500 RPM |
Fuel System: | Electronic Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 17.2 gallons (65.1 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 146 mph (235 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 6.6 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 6-speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | P215/50 R17 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 192 in (4877 mm) |
Width: | 70.6 in (1793 mm) |
Height: | 53.3 in (1354 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 61/61 in (1,549/1,549 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 106.9 in (2715 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 6.2 in (157 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 13.6 cuFT (385 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3560 lbs (1615 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 19 mpg US (12.4 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 28 mpg US (8.4 L/100Km) |