Acura TL Luxury
Acura TL Luxury
[Mar 30, 2002]
petern
Model Reviewed:
Acura 3.2 CL ,
Strength:
reliable, good power, good ride, radio etc controls are easily accessible. Th best car I have had for logic of the way the audio system operates
Weakness:
drivers window pillar a bit wide which results in a blind spot. Excellent. Great car with high degree o reliability. Only had 2 minor problems . With our harsh Canadian winter, the gas cap was sticking and the windows chanels were susceptible to freeze up. Both were easily resolved. Similar Products Used: Sebring 2 door |
[Mar 29, 2002]
David
Model Reviewed:
/3.2TL
Strength:
Acceleration; classy, clean body lines
Weakness:
[I hope you don''t run out of space, here]: Lighting: No fog lights, no DRLs, inadquate interior lighting, no reading lights for rear passengers, dim light in trunk, no light under hood. Transmission: Loud slapping sound when shifting from D to R or R to D(pedestrians can hear this from far away and think I am hitting other cars when I parallel park). Dashboard: No indicator light for low washer fluid (is this a Cavalier?) Ignition switch--hard to find Interior grab handles: need to be returned manually to upright position (is this a Cavalier?) Sound system: says Bose, but placement a dn number of speakers provides for inadequate results. Conveniences: No convenient place for change. Accelerates briskly, yet fairly fuel efficient (though premium grade is recommended); we were swayed in part by impression that it would hold its value better than Maxima would. Handling is satisfactory; braking is excellent |
[Mar 28, 2002]
Jay Acura
Strength:
Price, standard features, acceleration. Contrary to what other''s have posted I think stereo system is great!!
Weakness:
I find the suspension is too stiff, it can be a bumpy ride over a bad road. Just purchased it one week ago. I test drove both TL and TL type S. I picked Type S, because it was sporty, had move power. Similar Products Used: Had a 96 Nissan Maxima GLE with Bose Stereo and 190 HP engine.. TL is much better |
[Mar 26, 2002]
evanlandis
Strength:
Lots of power and torque. Tons of standard luxuries. Great ride and handling.
Weakness:
Coffee holders are too small. Requires premium gas. CD player won''t play burned CD''s Almost bought a 1999 but chose the 2000 because of the addition of a five speed transmission and side air bags. Glad I did. After two years of driving this car I still enjoy it as much as my first test drive. After about 18 months of driving the internal heating wire under the drivers seat broke resulting in a loss of heated seat. Any problems I''ve had have been covered by the warranty. Probably will be an expensive car to fix after warranty expires. Similar Products Used: Nissan Maxima |
[Mar 23, 2002]
Marc
Model Reviewed:
/Acura TL w/Navi
Strength:
- Horsepower, nice for a non-european sedan - Comfort and luxury for the dollar - Navi is cool and useful - Service at dealership has been great (even though they have not repaired the rattles as of yet.)
Weakness:
- Creaks and Rattles...really disappointing coming from Acura. - No other weaknesses from my book I decided to purchase the TL based from Acuras history of Reliability, Quality and Luxury at an affordable price. After driving the car now for over 1 year (with 27,000 on the odometer), I am over all pleased with the vehicle. Even at the base TL level (wish I would have purchased the S-Type) the car can really move. On the highway, I find myself always crusing at 80 mph and when an additional punch to pass a car is needed, it is there! The cabin toys are great (sound system could be better). If you have an extra $2500, purchase the Navi it is well worth the cash. My biggest frustration with the car (which in some peoples eyes might seem minior)is the amount of creaks and rattles in the cabin of the vehicle. The car has been returned to the dealer twice to repair this anoyance and unfortunatly will be brought back a third time because the rattles still pursist. Coming from Acura, I am really surpised that I am having this problem! Similar Products Used: Ford Mustang...never buy a Ford! Pontiac, Grand Am...Only USA manufactor that I would buy from again, good car. Mazda, Miata...Fun car but way to small for a guy (this is a girl car!!!) Isuzu, Rode |
[Mar 21, 2002]
edfru2
Model Reviewed:
TL
Strength:
Silky smooth 5 speed triptronic transmission. Good aceleration and MPG. I feel good every time I get in this car. lots of quality car for the money. BUY ONE! Delray Acura staff is very nice to deal with.
Weakness:
Radio reception, higher speed cornering, looks are kind of bland on 2001 but are nicer on the 2002 and 03 model. I looked at the TL 1999 and liked it. I however purchased a maxima SE and had nothing but trouble with electrical failures.When the Maxima had 19000 miles on it...GOODBY..and Hello 2001 TL. I would call this car near luxury ...def not luxury. It is very comfortable, has plenty of power and gets up to 27.5 MPG on the highway at high cruising speeds. The handling is adequate although it does handle like a sedan with the 16 " tires. The stereo does not compare to my Maxima Bose system and I do miss that booming base. However, it is not horrible either. The radio reception leaves something to be desired..problems that Acura does not want to address. I had some seat noise (loose clip) and sunroof noise., Both were fixed under warranty. I feel this car will live up to the honda reputation and would love to see it with 200 thousand miles plus. Like it so much my wife got a 2001 CL when her lease expired on her 98 CL. Similar Products Used: honda (civic)just thrown in for quality comparison , Maxima SE (it sucked) |
[Mar 15, 2002]
csxpert
Strength:
Supreme acceleration, good handling, lots of standard equipment, best DVD navi money can buy.
Weakness:
Body integrity is poor - lots of rattles and squeaks. My 2000 Accord did not squeak and rattle at all, but this one does A LOT...because of this it sometimes feels like a clunker :-( I''ve had my Type S for over a year now. I am having the exact same problems as Liaury - driver top rear is leaking wind and right rear deck is vibrating. Very disappointing aspect for an otherwise perfect vehicle. Similar Products Used: Lexus ES300, BMW 330ci |
[Mar 08, 2002]
Tim
Strength:
Good handling and engine can really crank it up when needed.
Weakness:
Interior is pretty weak. Reminds me too much of my old Accord. Leather seats is not comfortable for long rides. Interior has some inexpensive items. Good performance car for an luxury entry level car but interior could be better. Similar Products Used: ''96 Accord |
[Mar 06, 2002]
Acura for the blues
Model Reviewed:
Acura TL
Strength:
Fast, competent, beautiful and a strong sense of confidence in the vehicle''s quality, safety, and potential longevity. Great low-beam lights.
Weakness:
Would like more lighting. For instance, on trunk release buttton and steering wheel radio and cruise controls.Would like to use driving lights without having to have headlights on. Solid car with great acceleration, even without the "S'' package. Very quiet and seating very comfortable. Back seat passengers prefer the Acura over the Maxima. Great workmanship in and out. Dealership was great to deal with and saved money over Denver dealerships. Did a lot of homework before I decided on this car. Similar Products Used: Acura CL, Lexus 300, and Maxima. |
[Mar 05, 2002]
momooe
Model Reviewed:
ACURA TL TYPE S w/ NAVIGATION
Strength:
Great mileage for freeway (LA-Vegas 30 miles/ gallon) Great engine, doesn''t run and drive like any Honda cars Navigation system is very helpful Ergonomics driving seat position Wide driving view 17" wheels Sport Shifting gear plus smart engine
Weakness:
Gas mileage for local street (only 17 miles/gallon) Average gas 22 miles/gallon This car compare to its class has almost all options. Before I purchased the car, I did my homework and found that (with similar options) MBenz C320 MSRP $44,000.00 (w/ better engine technology), BMW 330i MSRP $38,500.00 Even Lexus doesn''t have the same engine & HP still more expensive. Very satisfied with the car and highly recommend to all buyers. Paid $31,360.00 (w/ MUD GUARD & WHEEL LOCK) Similar Products Used: Mercedes Benz C320, BMW 330i, Audi A4 3.2 |