Segment: Medium Premium
Production years: 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003
The second generation of the Acura TL was built in the U.S., unlike its predecessor that was built in Japan. It was the model that Honda pushed hard into the premium segment market.
The 1999 Acura showed-up on the market with features that were mind-bending for that year. It wasn't only the navigation system, but that unit featured a touch-screen, which was unique on the market. It was well equipped and offered good performance for those times.
The designer took their inspiration from an off-shore speed-boat, and that's how the grille took shape. The aggressive style of the car, with raked grille and A-pillars, formed a balanced shape for the TL. Dual exhaust was installed in the back, to enhance the sporting appeal.
The interior featured new materials for the brand. Special leather upholstery was used for most of the cabin. Some interior trims mimicked wood. The center console offered two cup-holders with a dual-split lid. The instrument cluster was typical for any Honda or Acura, with four round dials. On the center stack, on the upper trim levels, the Acura TL featured a touch-screen navigation system. In 2000, the car-maker replaced the CD-based system with a DVD based one. With the new version, it was possible to cross guided the U.S. from coast to coast.
For the platform, the Acura TL featured a double-wishbone front suspension, which was much better on road-handling than the McPherson struts used by most of its competitors. There was only one transmission offered, a 4-speed automatic with sequential manual shifting. It was replaced in 2000 by a similar 5-speed unit.
ENGINE SPECS - 2.3L 4AT FWD (176 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L5 |
Displacement: | 2451 cm3 |
Power: | 129.4 KW @ 6300 RPM 176 HP @ 6300 RPM 174 BHP @ 6300 RPM |
Torque: | 170 lb-ft @ 3900 RPM 230 Nm @ 3900 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 17.2 gallons (65.1 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 146 mph (235 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: | 215/55 R17 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 190.6 in (4841 mm) |
Width: | 70.3 in (1786 mm) |
Height: | 55.5 in (1410 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 59.8/59.4 in (1,519/1,509 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 111.8 in (2840 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 4.7 in (119 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 14.1 cuFT (399 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3042 lbs (1380 kg) |
ENGINE SPECS - 3.2L V6 4AT FWD (203 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | V6 |
Displacement: | 3206 cm3 |
Power: | 149.3 KW @ 5600 RPM 203 HP @ 5600 RPM 200 BHP @ 5600 RPM |
Torque: | 216 lb-ft @ 4700 RPM 293 Nm @ 4700 RPM |
Fuel System: | Electronic Fuel Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 17.2 gallons (65.1 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 140 mph (225 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 7.4 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 4-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | P205/60 R15 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 191.7 in (4869 mm) |
Width: | 70.9 in (1801 mm) |
Height: | 55.7 in (1415 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 61/59.4 in (1,549/1,509 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 111.8 in (2840 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 4.7 in (119 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 14.1 cuFT (399 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3472 lbs (1575 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 19 mpg US (12.4 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 27 mpg US (8.7 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 24 mpg US (9.8 L/100Km) |
ENGINE SPECS - 3.2L V6 4AT FWD (228 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | V6 |
Displacement: | 3206 cm3 |
Power: | 167.7 KW @ 6200 RPM 228 HP @ 6200 RPM 225 BHP @ 6200 RPM |
Torque: | 216 lb-ft @ 4700 RPM 293 Nm @ 4700 RPM |
Fuel System: | Electronic Fuel Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 17.2 gallons (65.1 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 140 mph (225 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 7.4 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 4-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | P205/60 R15 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 191.7 in (4869 mm) |
Width: | 70.9 in (1801 mm) |
Height: | 55.7 in (1415 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 61/59.4 in (1,549/1,509 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 111.8 in (2840 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 4.7 in (119 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 14.1 cuFT (399 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3513 lbs (1593 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 19 mpg US (12.4 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 27 mpg US (8.7 L/100Km) |
ENGINE SPECS - Type S 3.2L V6 5AT FWD (263 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | V6 |
Displacement: | 3210 cm3 |
Power: | 193.4 KW @ 6100 RPM 263 HP @ 6100 RPM 259 BHP @ 6100 RPM |
Torque: | 232 lb-ft @ 3500 RPM 314 Nm @ 3500 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 17.2 gallons (65.1 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 146 mph (235 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: | 215/55 R17 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 192.9 in (4900 mm) |
Width: | 70.3 in (1786 mm) |
Height: | 56.1 in (1425 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 179.2/178.5 in (4,552/4,534 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 108.1 in (2746 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 4.7 in (119 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 14.1 cuFT (399 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3611 lbs (1638 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 19 mpg US (12.4 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 29 mpg US (8.1 L/100Km) |