Expert Reviews from Around the Web
We have scoured the web for expert reviews of this car and found the best ones for you to read. Found 9 reviews. This list is displayed in ranked order based the reviews we think are the best.| Ranking | Details |
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2007 acura tl Professional Edmunds ReviewSource: Edmunds...The TL Type-S has a 286-hp 3.5-liter version of the same V6 hooked to either a six-speed manual transaxle and limited-slip differential or the five-speed automatic with paddle shifters for manual operation. Safety: The driver side and passenger dual-stage, dual-threshold airbags are supplemented by side airbags for the driver side and front passenger and side curtain airbags for both front and rear passengers. A Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) program helps keep the car upright while antilock and electronic brakeforce distribution systems ensure the four discs aboard stop the car. The 2007... |
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2007 Acura TL Professional Cars.com ReviewSource: Cars.com...Did I mention that all these goodies are part of the starting price of $38,125? The only extra on the tested TL Type-S was a $670 destination charge. That's impressive for a car that some critics believe falls short of the BMW 3 Series. And for those paying nearly $50,000 for midsize luxury cars with scoot, the Type-S shapes up as a genuine bargain. What's not a bargain is Acura's recommendation of using only premium gas in the 17.1-gallon fuel tank. Ugh! The federal fuel economy ratings of 19 miles per gallon in the city and 28 mpg on the highway -- not bad for a performance sedan -- make... |
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Review: 2007 Acura TLSource: MSN Autos...luxurious cockpit and a tilt/telescopic steering wheel accommodates drivers of various sizes.Four tall adults fit, but those in the rear have little room to spare. Moreover, lower rear door openings should be wider for easier entry and exit. Also, the back seat cushion should provide more thigh support. A large rear center armrest contains pop-out cupholders that look fairly substantial. And back door windows lower all the way.Gauges can be easily read, and clearly marked main controls are within handy reach, although some are rather small. All switches are illuminated to make them easy to... |
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2007 Acura TL Professional Cars.com ReviewSource: Cars.com...it is also subtle and elegant, with its broad slits of headlights, fog lights dropped into the lower fascia, a mesh grille bisected by a chrome crossbar, and a pronounced hipline running front to rear. Actually, Acura has always been subtle. For example, only the rear ward flip of a spoiler, hot-looking wheels, and awesome-sounding quad tailpipes give any outer hint of what lurks beneath and inside the Type-S. Inside, stainless steel pedals in the Type-S differentiate it from the base model, as do firmly bolstered, multi seamed bucket seats and carbon fiber treatments. But safety is what... |
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2007 Acura TL OverviewSource: CarGurus...changed the steering wheel, and re-did the exterior and interior.Otherwise, the TL maintains several basic specs in 2007. This midsize luxury sedan has 4 doors, seats 5, and gets you between 20 mpg in the city, 29 mpg on the highway. Standard features include sunroof, air conditioning, power windows, power door locks, leather seats, power seats, cd player, ABS brakes, traction control, and stability control. The 5 speed automatic constitutes the only trim without standard navigation.Overall, drivers welcome the Type S back with open arms. The extra horses and smooth handling make it even more... |
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2007 Acura TL Professional Cars.com ReviewSource: Cars.com...The instrument panel's multiple textures not only are pleasing to the eye, but also provide good visual rhythm. The gauges are rimmed with iridescent blue marks that look very sharp. Brushed silver accents flank the center console, and tiny blue LEDs in the ceiling direct a small beam of light on the center console at night. The front seats are extremely comfortable and supportive. The Type S feels like a European sports sedan. Front-wheel drive doesn't have the balance of rear-wheel drive, and the Type S suspension is almost too firm. Huge Brembo disc brakes come standard with the six-speed... |
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2007 Acura TL Professional Cars.com ReviewSource: Cars.com...Despite the extra power, the TL Type-S is not as fast as some of its competition, such as the BMW 335i. But the Acura is plenty quick, and its V-6 engine is an ideal match to the automatic transmission. EPA rating is 19 miles per gallon city and 28 mpg on the highway. Our overall mileage was just shy of 22 mpg. Premium gas is preferred for either TL model. Inside, the TL Type-S cockpit is roomy and comfortable, though rear-seat passengers might wish for a little more elbow room. Trunk space is an ample 12.5 cubic feet. Despite stiffer suspension on the Type-S, the ride is smooth on all but... |
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2007 Acura TL Professional Cars.com ReviewSource: Cars.com...heated front seats, a tilt/telescoping steering column, and an Acura/ELS eight-speaker surround-sound system with an in-dash six-CD changer and DVD audio. Steering-wheel buttons operate audio, cruise-control and voice-recognition functions. Brushed-aluminum trim accents the dashboard. Acura's optional navigation system features voice recognition, real-time traffic monitoring and an 8-inch display screen; it's optional on the base TL and standard on the Type-S. Other additions include redesigned instrument gauges and a new three-spoke steering wheel. The TL includes wood trim and blue cockpit... |
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2007 Acura TL Professional Cars.com ReviewSource: Cars.com...In the Type-S, a combination of firmer springs , shock absorbers and stabilizer bars keeps the car from heaving its weight left and right, and improves roadholding. The standard tires are all-season, but summer performance tires are an option. If you'll be driving in snow and ice, forget about these unless you're prepared to change between them and all-season or winter tires twice a year. I had fun driving the TL, especially the Type-S, and even more so the manual fitted with summer tires. As explained above, the Type-S has more power, but both of them exhibit the drawbacks of front-wheel... |
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Acura Recalls TL and CL Models For Driver Airbag Issue
Honda is expanding an already-announced recall of select 2001 to 2003 Honda and Acura models. At issue is the driver’s airbag inflator, which may deploy with too much... December 2, 2011 by Kurt Ernst
2012 Acura TL: First Drive
When it was launched as a 2009 model, the Acura TL was the most extreme definition of Acura's new styling direction. It was a polarizing design, with a brash front end and... May 2, 2011 by John Voelcker 4
2012 Acura TL On Sale March 18, Starts From $35,605
If you're jonesing for some slightly de-beaked Acura TL, you don't have long to wait: the new 2012 version goes on sale on March 18. Unfortunately, apart from a very mild... March 9, 2011 by Nelson Ireson 5
Video: 2012 Acura TL Unveiling At 2011 Chicago Auto Show
We aren't huge fans of the facelifted 2012 Acura TL's design, as it looks quite a lot like the last one, though there's a lot to redeem the car once you get past the face... February 10, 2011 by Nelson Ireson
2012 Acura TL: 2011 Chicago Auto Show
We've already brought you key details and live photos of the 2012 Acura TL fresh from Chicago, but now we have the full details. A mild mid-cycle refresh, the 2012 TL adds... February 9, 2011 by Nelson Ireson 5
Why should I also consider these?
The Lexus ES 350 is perhaps the most direct competitor to the Acura TL; both are front-wheel drive and offer a way to step up to the superior dealership experience of a luxury brand, although neither strays tremendously from its Camry and Accord roots.
The 2007 Acura TL also takes on the more docile of the German sports sedans, including the A4 and 3 Series, though both models are a bit more serious.
The TL’s interior stands out from the pack, with superior materials and a brighter, more exciting overall design; it’s also a bit roomier than either German rival.
All-wheel drive is fast becoming a differentiator in this class as well; the TL doesn’t yet have it, but it’s available in the A4 and the 3 Series, along with the Subaru Legacy GT, which takes on the sporty side of the TL.
There’s also the Nissan Maxima, a front-wheel-drive sport sedan that, like the TL, can disappoint hard-core performance enthusiasts who need to carve canyons; the Maxima’s interior is as attractive as the TL’s, though the lack of lux-brand cachet is a con.
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