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TL Features

Performance

Engine
3.5-liter V-6

The 3.5-liter, VTEC® V-6 engine in the standard TL produces an impressive 280 horsepower and 254 lbs.-ft. of torque, while delivering an EPA Estimated Fuel Economy of 18 in the city and 26 on the highway.27

  • Superior breathing from the VTEC® variable valve timing and high-flow exhaust systems improves both power and efficiency.
  • All-aluminum construction, a hollow camshaft, and other weight-saving measures keep the larger engine lighter for better handling.
  • The Drive-by-Wire™ throttle system adjusts throttle response so it can be easy to modulate in slow speeds, yet highly responsive when high performance is called upon.
  • 27 Based on 2010 EPA mileage estimates, reflecting new EPA fuel economy methods beginning with 2008 models. Use for comparison purposes only. Do not compare to models before 2008. Your actual mileage will vary, depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle.
3.7-liter V-6

The 3.7-liter, VTEC® V-6 is Acura's most powerful production engine ever built, rivaling the output of many V-8s. Dishing up 305 horsepower and 273 lbs-ft. of torque, it delivers a smooth, responsive feel, thanks to significant weight- and vibration-reducing measures.

  • Magnesium-alloy cylinder head covers with hardened aluminum cylinder sleeves help improve vehicle balance and power-to-weight ratio.
  • A forged crankshaft results in lower weight and increased strength.
  • A high-flow exhaust system increases the engine's power efficiency.
  • EPA Estimated Fuel Economy is 17 city / 25 highway with the automatic transmission and 17 city / 25 highway with the 6-speed manual.27
  • 27 Based on 2010 EPA mileage estimates, reflecting new EPA fuel economy methods beginning with 2008 models. Use for comparison purposes only. Do not compare to models before 2008. Your actual mileage will vary, depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle.
VTEC

Both engines use Acura’s VTEC® system, which stands for Variable Valve Timing and Electronic Lift Control. VTEC is a little like having an on-demand racing camshaft to give you high-rpm power without compromising low-rpm torque.

  • When engine speed reaches a designated rpm, the intake valves open deeper and longer to enhance airflow and allow the TL to continue to build horsepower at levels where other engines may run out of steam.
  • When used in tandem with the 2-stage manifold system, the driver enjoys plenty of low-end power around town and reserve power on the open road.
High-Flow Exhaust System

Both TL engines employ a high-flow exhaust system that greatly decreases power-robbing exhaust back pressure.

  • The system uses a wider, low-restriction catalyst.
  • A sophisticated hydro-forming process smoothes the inside of the sharpest bends in the exhaust system so the engine can breathe easier.
Drivetrain
Sequential SportShift Automatic

For smooth and intuitive shifting, the TL features a sophisticated 5-speed automatic transmission with the highest ratio spread of any 5-speed transmission in its class, providing strong acceleration in lower gears and relaxed, fuel-efficient highway cruising.

  • You can take full command of the transmission with steering wheel-mounted F1®-style Sequential SportShift paddle shifters.
  • In both automatic and manual modes, the transmission coordinates with the engine’s Drive-by-Wire™ throttle system for smooth gear transitions.
  • A tap of the paddle shifter when “D” is selected brings a quick gear change before returning to automatic operation when the TL has resumed a steady speed. This allows you to make manual gear changes when needed, such as for passing, without changing in and out of manual mode.
  • For quicker acceleration, select “S,” and the transmission allows the engine to rev higher before shifting. Using a paddle shifter in “S” puts the transmission into full manual mode, where you have direct control of all shifting.
  • When encountering a steep uphill or downhill grade, Grade Logic Control will instruct the transmission to hold a lower gear for better climbing or increased downhill engine braking.
  • When stopped on a steep incline, the Hill Start Assist feature helps ensure a smooth, secure start as it holds brake pressure momentarily to avoid rolling backwards as your foot moves from the brake pedal to the throttle.
6-Speed Manual Transmission

For those who consider no sport sedan complete without a clutch pedal, the TL SH-AWD now offers a 6-speed close-ratio manual transmission. This first-time combination of a manual shift and Acura’s Super Handling All-Wheel Drive™ (SH-AWD®) makes the TL SH-AWD a true driving enthusiast’s delight.

  • The shifter features even shorter throws than the TSX’s acclaimed linkage for quick, confident shifting.
  • The clutch has low-effort movement to reduce leg fatigue and short pedal movement for faster operation.
  • The Hill Start Assist feature eases manual shift starts on inclines. Sensing an uphill grade, the system holds brake pressure momentarily to avoid rolling backwards as your foot moves from the brake pedal to the throttle.
Super Handling All-Wheel Drive

Though it has the same all-weather attributes of conventional all-wheel drive, Acura developed its revolutionary Super Handling All-Wheel Drive™ (SH-AWD®) system to enhance high-performance dry-road handling. The result is enhanced high-performance cornering that simply can't be matched by front, rear, or conventional all-wheel drive systems.

  • This proactive system reads a wide variety of vehicle conditions to continuously determine the optimal level of power distribution between the front and rear wheels, and also between the rear wheels.
  • Power distribution is based on an analysis of wheel speed, steering angle, lateral G-force and yaw rate.
  • The system reduces understeer and increases stability by turning the outside rear wheel slightly faster than the rest of the wheels, rotating the vehicle through the turn.
Power Distribution

The Super Handling All-Wheel Drive™ (SH-AWD®) system proactively distributes power between the front and rear axles and between the rear wheels based on an analysis of many conditions.

  • When cruising in a straight line, up to 90% of the power is sent to the front wheels for better fuel economy, and up to 70% of the power can be transferred to the rear wheels upon hard acceleration.
  • In a curve, up to 70% of torque can be directed to the rear—all of which can go to the outside wheel to improve cornering by directing power where weight has shifted.
  • Unlike conventional drivetrains, your cornering stability typically improves by accelerating through a curve.
  • The transitions are seamless, so all you feel is a supremely agile chassis.
Chassis
Suspension Systems

The TL’s exceptional ride and handling combination is derived in part from its racing-inspired double-wishbone front suspension system and sophisticated multi-link rear design.

  • The front upper and lower control arms provide precise wheel-position control and give the driver a superb, linear steering feel.
  • The design has been finessed to minimize body movement during braking and acceleration, and the wheels toe in—or point inward—when the suspension is compressed for improved stability over bumps, on curves and during braking.
  • The front suspension is mounted to an aluminum-alloy sub-frame, which isolates noise for a quieter ride.
  • Rear wheels are firmly positioned by upper A-arms, lower tubular links, and a toe link. The lower links are mounted to a floating sub-frame for noise reduction.
  • A low center of gravity and front & rear stabilizer bars diminish body roll.
  • TL SH-AWD models get revised suspension tuning to complement SH-AWD’s dynamics and for sportier handling.
Steering System

Precision-crafted electric rack-and-pinion steering allows drivers to feel how the wheels are encountering the road through their fingertips.

  • The TL achieves a firm, on-center feel at highway speeds while delivering a precise tactile response during curves, minimizing the need for small corrections.
  • Torque-sensing variable power assist makes steering easy during low-speed activities like parking.
  • At highway speeds, power assist is reduced for a firmer feel.
  • Electric assist does not drain engine power.
  • On models without SH-AWD, a torque steer reduction system reduces engine torque in first and second gears when torque steer is most likely to occur.
  • TL SH-AWD models get revised tuning for additional road feel.
Braking System

The TL brake system features a firm pedal feel that enables the precise deceleration and modulation demanded of high-performance driving.

  • 12.6-inch ventilated discs in the front and 13.2-inch solid discs in the rear comply readily upon demand.
  • The system comes with the anti-lock braking system (ABS), Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD) and Brake Assist.
  • TL SH-AWD models have additional brake cooling from ducts in the front air dam.
Body Structure

The TL body structure enhances acceleration, braking and turning response through weight-saving measures, while improved body rigidity allows the suspension to be tuned with greater precision.

  • Increased use of high-strength steel simultaneously enhances the unit-body’s overall strength while helping to reduce weight.
  • Additional weight savings come from using aluminum for the hood, the front suspension subframe, and rear suspension knuckles.
  • A nearly flat underside reduces aerodynamic drag that helps enhance fuel economy and reduce interior noise levels.
Smooth & Quiet Ride

The TL engine provides smooth, vibration-free operation with best-in-class wind-noise performance.

  • Windshield noise is reduced as a result of three soft noise-absorbing layers sandwiched between two plates of acoustic glass and thick, 5mm side and rear glass.
  • Electronically controlled engine mounts reduce engine noise.
  • An aluminum steering hanging rack reduces vibration.
  • Strengthened chassis mounting points improve suspension isolation.

Luxury & Convenience

Styling
Exterior

The TL is simultaneously Acura, yet wholly unique. Designed in Southern California, the evocative and powerful exterior body design dramatically advances the TL’s prominence as a premier performance luxury sedan.

  • The TL features Acura’s signature front grille and “Keen Edge” design philosophy, which blends sharp edges and machined surfaces with natural, free-flowing design elements.
  • Body sides are defined by strong character lines, sweeping C-pillars and LED taillights.
  • Other details include bright Xenon High-Intensity Discharge (HID) projector-beam front headlights, pronounced wheel arches, and genuine stainless-steel body trim.
Interior

The TL rewards the discriminating eye with sweeping shapes, a generous use of premium materials and relentless attention to detail. Acura’s commitment to luxury and technology is apparent from the moment the driver’s door is opened.

  • The TL features a “dual personal” layout design that provides both the driver and front passenger with their own personal space.
  • The interior is an artful combination of leather surfaces, metallic finishes, and high-quality composite materials.
Seating
Front Seats

The beautiful leather surfaces of the TL’s front seats have you enveloped in comfort from the instant you slide in, through the duration of your journey.

  • Two-level heating keeps driver and front passenger warm in colder months.
  • The driver will easily find the perfect position with a 10-way power driver’s seat (8-way power positioning, plus power lumbar support).
  • The front passenger will bask in the luxury of an 8-way power front passenger seat.
  • The seats feature a combination of dense materials to filter out road vibration.
  • Soft, Perforated Milano Premium Leather seating surfaces are included with the Technology Package.
  • TL SH-AWD has high-performance seats with more aggressive side-bolstering.
Rear Seats

The new TL has the most spacious rear accommodations yet, with increased legroom, knee clearance, and shoulder room.

  • Rear passengers get their own adjustable climate control vents.
  • The wide, fold-down center armrest has a lockable pass-through space from the trunk to accommodate long cargo items.
Storage
Cabin Storage

The TL keeps everything you need close at hand, with 15 versatile storage areas.

  • The driver has at least seven storage spaces within easy reach.
  • The center storage slide-out tray is perfect for cell phones and other personal communication devices.
  • The center storage bin contains the USB and auxiliary input connections, as well as a power jack, and also includes a cord notch so that devices can be connected and accessed outside the bin.
  • Unique footwell cubbyholes for the driver and front passenger are perfect for maps and small containers.
Cargo Storage

The wedge shape of the TL body allows for generous cargo capacity.

  • The TL SH-AWD trunk has a 12.5 cu.ft. capacity, and the front-drive TL trunk is slightly larger, at 13.1 cu.ft.
  • The trunk opening is low and wide for easy loading and unloading.
  • Minimal side intrusions and hinges that retreat into the lining allow for a large amount of usable storage space.
  • A pass-through space behind the rear seat armrest allows for the loading of items longer than the trunk’s depth.
Climate Control
Automatic Climate Control

The TL dual-zone, dual-mode automatic climate control system allows the driver and front passenger to create their own microclimates.

  • Set your desired temperature and airflow distribution however you like, and your front passenger can do the same.
  • When alone, the driver can easily switch off the dual setting and set the whole cabin to a single temperature.
  • Almost all climate control functions can be operated by voice commands.
  • An air filtration system helps keep particulates, dust, and pollen out of the cabin.
GPS-linked Temperature Control

On models equipped with the Technology Package, the automatic climate control system can further enhance occupants’ comfort level by tracking the sun’s position and intensity.

  • The GPS10 positioning technology monitors the sun’s location relative to the car’s position, while a sensor on the dash measures the sun’s intensity.
  • Knowing the sun’s position and strength enables the system to more effectively keep each side of the cabin at its designated temperature.
  • The system is completely automatic and requires no manual adjustments, regardless of outside conditions.
  • 10 Acura Navigation System and related features available in the 48 contiguous United States, Hawaii, Alaska, Puerto Rico and Canada. See your local Acura dealer for information regarding navigation system area coverage.
Power Windows & Moonroof

Both the moonroof and power windows can be opened by the key remote to start cooling the vehicle on a hot day before you enter the car.

  • The TL’s moonroof is the widest in its class, offering greater airflow flexibility and open-air visibility.
  • A finely tuned deflector ensures that the moonroof does not add wind noise when in the open position—even at highway speeds.
  • Tight seals in the doors, tailgate and windows further reduce wind noise.
  • The windows and moonroof will retain their operational ability ten minutes after the ignition is turned off or until the front doors are opened.
  • Front windows have the convenience of one-touch up/down operation.
  • When closing, the moonroof and front windows feature an auto-reverse safeguard that automatically stops and re-opens when encountering an obstacle.
Controls & Displays
Instrument Panel Design

The beautifully conceived center control panel is formed by the sweeping contours of the metallic trim on each side.

  • The main display sits high on the dash, where it can be quickly scanned so you can concentrate on the road.
  • All the controls are easy to reach and identify.
  • Visually distinct zones for climate, audio, and when equipped, navigation10 controls make everything easy to locate and read.
  • 10 Acura Navigation System and related features available in the 48 contiguous United States, Hawaii, Alaska, Puerto Rico and Canada. See your local Acura dealer for information regarding navigation system area coverage.
Steering Wheel Controls

A 3-spoke, leather-wrapped steering wheel provides comfortable, confident road handling. It is also host to a series of easy-to-use system controls.

  • The left and right spokes contain integrated buttons for the audio and cruise control systems.
  • Behind the left and right spokes are paddle shifters for Sequential SportShift.
  • At the five o’clock position, there are three controls for the Multi-Information Display (MID).
  • At the seven o’clock position, there are buttons for the Bluetooth®11 HandsFreeLink®—and for models with the Technology Package—the Voice Recognition controls.
  • 11 The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc., and any use of such marks is under license.
Center Panel Displays

On all TL models, the center display is designed to provide your most important system information at a glance.

  • The display on the TL without Technology Package shows climate, time and detailed audio information, including XM® Radio4 and USB-iPod®8 titles, folders, and categories.
  • The display with the Technology Package can also show detailed audio and Bluetooth®11 HandsFreeLink® information, rearview camera images, as well as navigation and AcuraLink® displays.
  • A wallpaper feature can display a personal photo on the navigation screen when the system is not being used. Up to 10 wallpaper images can be stored on the hard drive.
  • The Technology Package features a second display to show time and detailed audio and climate information while the navigation screen is in use.
  • 4 Required XM Radio monthly subscription sold separately after 90-day trial period. Other fees and taxes may apply after initial trial period, including a one-time activation fee. Subscription fee is consumer only. All fees and programming subject to change. Subscription subject to Customer Agreement available at xmradio.com. XM service only available in the 48 contiguous United States. The XM name is a registered trademark of Sirius XM Radio Inc.
  • 8 Currently includes fifth generation or later Apple iPod, Nano, iPod Classic, iPod Touch, or iPhone®. iPod® is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
  • 11 The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc., and any use of such marks is under license.
Multi-Information Display

The Multi-Information Display (MID) is located within the speedometer and provides a variety of useful information.

  • It includes an odometer, trip meter, oil-life percentage, trip computer information, plus several possible alerts.
  • A vehicle graphic displays the location of an unlatched door or a tire with significantly low pressure.
  • TL SH-AWD models include a real-time power distribution meter.
  • The Maintenance Minder™ system displays maintenance reminders through the MID on items such as fluid and filter changes, tire rotation, and more.
  • Controls at the five o'clock position on the steering wheel make it easy to scroll through the displays.
Voice Recognition

The Voice Recognition feature that accompanies the optional Acura Navigation System10 allows you to perform the most frequently used functions of the audio, climate control, and navigation systems without ever taking your hands off the wheel.

  • With a simple click of the “Talk” steering wheel-mounted control, the audio system will instantly mute as you issue one of over 600 voice commands to the audio, climate or navigation systems.
  • Some commands can replace multiple manual functions, for example: “CD 3, song 4”, will turn on the audio system, select the third CD, and play the fourth song.
  • You can enter a specific address, as the navigation system will recognize over a million city and street names.
  • 10 Acura Navigation System and related features available in the 48 contiguous United States, Hawaii, Alaska, Puerto Rico and Canada. See your local Acura dealer for information regarding navigation system area coverage.
Personalized Settings

You can use the Multi-Information Display (MID) to customize several different vehicle functions according to your personal preferences.

  • You can choose if and when you want the doors to automatically lock or how long the interior lights or headlights remain on after the ignition has been turned off.
  • The MID will easily guide you through these and other customizable settings via three steering wheel-mounted controls.
Keyless Start System

The Keyless Access System with push button ignition allows you to walk up to the TL, unlock the doors, have the car set your preferences, and start the engine without ever having to take the key out of your pocket.

  • The vehicle will sense the key remote but will not unlock the door until you touch the handle.
  • You can turn the engine and auxiliary controls on and off at the touch of a button.
  • Two backup systems include an ignition insert slot for any transmitter failure and a slide-out key and “valet” mode to keep locked contents secure.
Lighting & Visibility
Rearview Camera

When “Reverse” is engaged on a TL with the Technology Package, the large 8-inch navigation screen will display a view of the space directly behind the vehicle below the driver’s normal field of vision.

  • A camera located discreetly above the rear license plate provides clear visibility for short items, like tricycles or garbage cans.
  • The display is also extremely useful when parallel parking.
  • The side mirrors enhance rearward visibility by automatically tilting down when reverse is engaged to reveal any objects close to the side of the car.
HID Headlights

All TL models are equipped with Xenon High-Intensity Discharge (HID) headlights for the low beams.

  • Xenon lights cast a whiter and brighter light for improved clarity.
  • The HID lenses allow a more precise beam pattern that increases road visibility without blinding oncoming drivers.

Audio & Communication

Audio Systems
Acura Premium Audio System

The standard TL audio system boasts many features competing systems lack. The 276-watt, 8-speaker system with a center speaker and 8-inch subwoofer is a perfect setup for the Dolby®5 Pro Logic® II sound imaging which can be applied to CD, XM® Radio4, USB7 or any digital source. Audio sources for the system include:

  • AM and FM with RDS readout
  • XM Radio, with more than 170 channels of digital programming and near-CD quality sound
  • MP3- and WMA6-compatible 6-disc CD changer
  • USB Audio Interface for iPod®8 or flash drive that enables full operation of the devices through the audio system controls
  • MP3/auxiliary input jack

Other system features include:

  • Detailed audio information, including title information from the top-mounted instrument panel display
  • A large selector knob for easy control of several functions
  • A special category selector for XM and RDS Radio stations
  • An automatic preset select button that allows you to preset the most powerful stations in a given area
  • 4 Required XM Radio monthly subscription sold separately after 90-day trial period. Other fees and taxes may apply after initial trial period, including a one-time activation fee. Subscription fee is consumer only. All fees and programming subject to change. Subscription subject to Customer Agreement available at xmradio.com. XM service only available in the 48 contiguous United States. The XM name is a registered trademark of Sirius XM Radio Inc.
  • 5 Dolby and the double-D symbol are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
  • 6 Windows Media® Audio is a trademark or registered trademark of Microsoft® Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
  • 7 The USB Audio Interface is used for direct connection to and control of some current digital audio players and other USB devices that contain MP3, WMA or AAC music files. Some USB devices with security software and digital rights-protected files may not work. Please see your local Acura dealer for details on compatibility.
  • 8 Currently includes fifth generation or later Apple iPod, Nano, iPod Classic, iPod Touch, or iPhone®. iPod® is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
Acura/ELS Surround Sound System

Grammy® Award-winning recording engineer and producer Elliot Scheiner helped design the Acura/ELS Surround® Premium 10-speaker Sound System to reproduce music as it’s heard in the recording studio. The system can play 5.1 surround sound DVD-A discs, the highest-fidelity sound medium available. Surround sound can also be extracted from any stereo digital source, thanks to Dolby®5 Pro Logic® II circuitry. In addition to all the source inputs of the standard TL audio system, features of the Acura/ELS system include:

  • Approximately 3,600-song hard disk drive media storage with shuffle, playlist creation, and an updatable Gracenote® database
  • DVD-A MP3, WMA6 and DTS-compatible disc player
  • 440-watt amplifier with digital 96 kHz sampling for crystal-clear sound
  • 10 speakers—1 per door, 2 tweeters, 1 center mid-range, 2 rear surround, 1 powered 8-inch subwoofer
  • Detailed audio system displays through the navigation screen10
  • Almost all functions can be performed by Voice Recognition
  • The Note Function music reminder allows you to store song information and a 10-second sample as it is aired on an XM® Radio4 station so you can recall it later
  • 4 Required XM Radio monthly subscription sold separately after 90-day trial period. Other fees and taxes may apply after initial trial period, including a one-time activation fee. Subscription fee is consumer only. All fees and programming subject to change. Subscription subject to Customer Agreement available at xmradio.com. XM service only available in the 48 contiguous United States. The XM name is a registered trademark of Sirius XM Radio Inc.
  • 5 Dolby and the double-D symbol are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
  • 6 Windows Media® Audio is a trademark or registered trademark of Microsoft® Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
  • 10 Acura Navigation System and related features available in the 48 contiguous United States, Hawaii, Alaska, Puerto Rico and Canada. See your local Acura dealer for information regarding navigation system area coverage.
USB Interface with iPod integration

Acura stays a step ahead of the digital music age with a USB connection for interfacing with Apple® iPod®8 players and other USB mass storage devices that contain MP3, WMA6 or AAC music files.

  • On a compatible iPod®8, music selection can be controlled through the audio system, including the steering wheel-mounted controls.
  • The USB will charge, rather than deplete, a compatible iPod® while it’s playing.
  • You can plug in, select, and play music from a flash drive or other USB storage device.
  • Track and folder information appears on the center display to simplify music search and selection.
  • An incompatible iPod® and other MP3 players can be plugged into the accompanying auxiliary input jack.
  • Both the USB and auxiliary inputs are within the center console-covered storage area, where devices can be conveniently carried and discreetly stored.
  • 6 Windows Media® Audio is a trademark or registered trademark of Microsoft® Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
  • 8 Currently includes fifth generation or later Apple iPod, Nano, iPod Classic, iPod Touch, or iPhone®. iPod® is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
Navigation System
Functionality and Controls

The Acura Navigation System10—the centerpiece of the TL Technology Package—is Acura’s most advanced navigation system yet. Now operated by a hard drive and viewed though a full VGA 8-inch screen, the system is faster, easier to read, and more useful than ever before.

  • The full-resolution, 8-inch screen is mounted high in the center control panel to minimize eye diversion from the road.
  • You can enter an address or search a location from its vast destination database, using the interface dial or the Voice Recognition system.
  • The screen will plot your path on the map, show special displays to guide you through freeway ramps, interchanges and forks in the road, and even provide voiced guidance if desired.
  • Additional features include Zagat Survey® restaurant reviews, and AcuraLink Real-Time Traffic and Weather™13 information, which can help you get around delays while traveling to your desired destination.
  • Following the 90-day free trial period, AcuraLink Real-Time Traffic and Weather services are available on a subscription basis for a fee, which can be combined with or separated from other XM® subscriptions.
  • 10 Acura Navigation System and related features available in the 48 contiguous United States, Hawaii, Alaska, Puerto Rico and Canada. See your local Acura dealer for information regarding navigation system area coverage.
  • 13 AcuraLink Real-Time Traffic and Weather™ are operable only in select markets within the 48 contiguous United States. AcuraLink Real-Time Traffic™ is also operable in Vancouver, Toronto and Montreal. AcuraLink® Satellite Communication System does not require a subscription. AcuraLink Real-Time Traffic and Weather™ are available by separate XM NavTraffic® and XM NavWeather™ subscriptions after a complimentary 90-day trial period.
AcuraLink Real-Time Traffic

The Acura Navigation System’s10 AcuraLink Real-Time Traffic™13 feature helps you steer clear of gridlock by providing continuously updated traffic information in major metropolitan areas across the 48 contiguous United States. The system also features Traffic Rerouting™, which can suggest alternative routes based on continuously updated traffic conditions.

  • Interstates and expressways are color-coded to indicate traffic flow levels.
  • Icons indicate the location of collisions and traffic conditions affected by construction and weather.
  • Traffic Rerouting™ will suggest an alternative route if the system determines that the alternative is at least 2 minutes or 10% quicker.
  • The information is aggregated by NAVTEQ™ from multiple sources, including highway patrol collision reports and transportation departments.
  • The information is updated approximately every 90 seconds.
  • Following the 90-day free trial period, AcuraLink Real-Time Traffic™ data services are available on a subscription for a fee, which can be combined with or separated from other XM® subscriptions.
  • 10 Acura Navigation System and related features available in the 48 contiguous United States, Hawaii, Alaska, Puerto Rico and Canada. See your local Acura dealer for information regarding navigation system area coverage.
  • 13 AcuraLink Real-Time Traffic and Weather™ are operable only in select markets within the 48 contiguous United States. AcuraLink Real-Time Traffic™ is also operable in Vancouver, Toronto and Montreal. AcuraLink® Satellite Communication System does not require a subscription. AcuraLink Real-Time Traffic and Weather™ are available by separate XM NavTraffic® and XM NavWeather™ subscriptions after a complimentary 90-day trial period.
AcuraLink Real-Time Weather

You can determine the weather conditions in your immediate area or anywhere you plan to be with the AcuraLink Real-Time Weather™13 system. It will even alert you if a potential weather-related issue exists along your plotted route.

  • Current weather is shown on the TL map display in the form of icons, which can be clicked on to receive details.
  • Weather forecasts for the next 3 hours, 6 hours, and across the next three days in a given area are available any time.
  • A warning map and an additional map showing adverse weather conditions across the U.S. are also accessible.
  • Following the 90-day free trial period, AcuraLink Real-Time Weather™ data services are available on a subscription basis for a fee, which can be combined with or separated from other XM® subscriptions.
  • 13 AcuraLink Real-Time Traffic and Weather™ are operable only in select markets within the 48 contiguous United States. AcuraLink Real-Time Traffic™ is also operable in Vancouver, Toronto and Montreal. AcuraLink® Satellite Communication System does not require a subscription. AcuraLink Real-Time Traffic and Weather™ are available by separate XM NavTraffic® and XM NavWeather™ subscriptions after a complimentary 90-day trial period.
Destination Database

The Acura Navigation System10 has an extensive database of addresses and points of interest for a variety of handy information.

  • The system will not only show you the nearby ATMs, but if, for example, you don’t want to pay a service charge, just tell it to show your bank’s machines.
  • You can also find the exact type of restaurant you’re in the mood for, as well as locate schools, parks, hospitals, drugstores, museums and more.
  • Since destinations change over time, CDs with data updates can be purchased through this website and downloaded to the hard drive.
  • 10 Acura Navigation System and related features available in the 48 contiguous United States, Hawaii, Alaska, Puerto Rico and Canada. See your local Acura dealer for information regarding navigation system area coverage.
Zagat Reviews

The Acura Navigation System10 will not only tell you where restaurants are and how to get to them, it can also tell you their price range and provide customer reviews.

  • The system’s Zagat Survey® restaurant reviews provide detailed information from a database that you can read on-screen—or if you’re driving—they can be spoken over the audio system.
  • If you need reservations, the system can even dial the restaurant for you through a paired, compatible Bluetooth®11-enabled cell phone.
  • 10 Acura Navigation System and related features available in the 48 contiguous United States, Hawaii, Alaska, Puerto Rico and Canada. See your local Acura dealer for information regarding navigation system area coverage.
  • 11 The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc., and any use of such marks is under license.
AcuraLink

To keep you up-to-date with the latest information related to your TL, the AcuraLink® Satellite Communications System uses the XM® Radio4 communications interface. Some of the features available through AcuraLink®13 include:

  • A pre-programmed TL feature guide
  • Dealer appointment reminders
  • Direct communication with your dealer
  • If you have linked your cell phone to the Bluetooth®11 HandsFreeLink® interface, the system can also contact Acura headquarters and your dealer for the latest diagnostic information.10
  • 4 Required XM Radio monthly subscription sold separately after 90-day trial period. Other fees and taxes may apply after initial trial period, including a one-time activation fee. Subscription fee is consumer only. All fees and programming subject to change. Subscription subject to Customer Agreement available at xmradio.com. XM service only available in the 48 contiguous United States. The XM name is a registered trademark of Sirius XM Radio Inc.
  • 10 Acura Navigation System and related features available in the 48 contiguous United States, Hawaii, Alaska, Puerto Rico and Canada. See your local Acura dealer for information regarding navigation system area coverage.
  • 11 The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc., and any use of such marks is under license.
  • 13 AcuraLink Real-Time Traffic and Weather™ are operable only in select markets within the 48 contiguous United States. AcuraLink Real-Time Traffic™ is also operable in Vancouver, Toronto and Montreal. AcuraLink® Satellite Communication System does not require a subscription. AcuraLink Real-Time Traffic and Weather™ are available by separate XM NavTraffic® and XM NavWeather™ subscriptions after a complimentary 90-day trial period.
Bluetooth HandsFreeLink
Bluetooth HandsFreeLink

The Bluetooth®11 HandsFreeLink® system works with many Bluetooth®-enabled cell phones to let you receive and initiate phone calls through the TL audio system without ever taking your hands off the wheel.

  • A one-time pairing process on a compatible phone enables you to communicate wirelessly.
  • When available, an incoming call will display the number if it is entered into the speed-dial list.
  • The phone can then be operated through the vehicle audio system without ever leaving your pocket or purse.
  • On models with the Technology Package, you can download all of your compatible phone’s numbers at one time into the navigation database.10

For more details, please visit the Acura HandsFreeLink minisite.

  • 10 Acura Navigation System and related features available in the 48 contiguous United States, Hawaii, Alaska, Puerto Rico and Canada. See your local Acura dealer for information regarding navigation system area coverage.
  • 11 The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc., and any use of such marks is under license.

Safety & Security

Braking & Stability
Braking Systems

The TL’s disc brakes are backed up by several electronic systems to provide you with enhanced braking under any circumstance.

  • The anti-lock braking system (ABS) helps you retain steering control in emergency braking by preventing the wheels from locking up, while still letting them achieve their maximum level of stopping.
  • The Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD) system uses the ABS system to direct braking power among the four wheels, depending on their load, to help optimize braking effectiveness.
  • The Brake Assist system detects emergency braking by the driver by monitoring the speed at which the brake pedal is depressed and stepping in to ensure the ABS system is activated. Brake Assist terminates immediately upon release of the brake pedal.
Vehicle Stability Assist

The Vehicle Stability Assist™ (VSA®)12 system monitors stability factors to detect oversteer or understeer, and if one is detected, various TL systems step in to avoid the problem and keep the vehicle stable.

  • VSA continually monitors vehicle speed, throttle position, individual wheel speeds, steering angle, and vehicle yaw rate.
  • If potential oversteer or understeer is detected, SH-AWD® models will redirect power among the front wheels and each of the rear wheels to maintain stability.
  • All models will, when necessary, reduce engine torque and use the anti-lock braking system (ABS) to apply brakes to each wheel as needed to help stabilize the vehicle.
  • The response is so quick that the instability may be corrected before the driver even knows it’s occurring.
  • 12 VSA is not a substitute for safe driving. It cannot correct the vehicle's course in every situation or compensate for reckless driving. Control of the vehicle always remains with the driver.
Tire Pressure Monitoring System

Since an under-inflated tire impedes handling and can be a safety hazard, the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) uses pressure sensors mounted in each wheel that send readings to a central electronic control unit. The system then evaluates whether the pressure is up to an acceptable range.

  • If a reading is approximately 25% below the recommended level, the TL will alert the driver through the Multi-Information Display (MID) located on the instrument panel.
  • The under-inflated tire will be indicated, along with the individual pressure for all four tires.
  • The pressure display can be accessed any time, using the MID controls on the steering wheel.
  • As useful as TMPS is, it is still recommended that you manually check your tires on a regular basis.
Body Structure
Advanced Compatibility Engineering

Acura utilizes Advanced Compatibility Engineering™ (ACE™) body structure to enhance occupant protection and crash compatibility in frontal crashes.

  • The ACE™ design utilizes a network of connected structural elements to distribute crash energy more evenly throughout the front of the vehicle.
  • This enhanced frontal crash energy management helps to reduce the forces transferred to the passenger compartment and can help to more evenly disperse the forces transferred to other vehicles in a crash.
  • Every Acura designed with this system and tested by NHTSA, has received a 5 stars rating on their frontal impact test.
Restraint Systems
Airbag System

The TL is equipped with a sophisticated 6-airbag system consisting of two front and two front side airbags, and two side curtain airbags that provide coverage for the front and outboard rear seats.

  • The front airbags are equipped with two-stage, multiple-threshold inflators. One or both airbags will be deployed only in the event of a sufficient frontal impact. If deployed, these airbags are capable of being inflated at different rates depending on crash severity, seat belt usage and other factors. Frontal airbags are designed to supplement the seat belts to help reduce the likelihood of head and upper body injuries in frontal crashes.
  • Sensors in the front passenger seat determine if it is empty or if the passenger is too small for the passenger’s front airbag to deploy safely, and disengage the front passenger’s front airbag, if necessary.
  • The front passenger seat is equipped with the Occupant Position Detection System (OPDS), which uses sensors in the seatback to determine the height and position of the passenger. The system will deactivate the passenger’s front-side airbag if a child or a small-statured adult is leaning into the airbag deployment path.
  • In a side impact, side curtain airbags deploy downward from just above the doorframes on the impacted side to help protect both front and outboard rear seat occupants.
Seat Belts & Active Front Head Restraints

All five seating positions in the TL have 3-point belts. The front belts are equipped with automatic tensioning and load-limiter systems and the front seats are equipped with active head restraints.

  • Automatic tensioning belts react in the first milliseconds of an impact to automatically tighten the belts and help hold a front seat occupant in position against the seatback.
  • To help prevent the automatic tensioning belt from causing undue pressure on the chest, load limiters slightly relieve belt tension, as needed, to help soften the force.
  • In a rear-end collision, if a front seat occupant’s body is pushed against the seatback, the pressure to the seatback is transmitted from the lumbar plate, pushing the active head restraint upward and forward to reduce the gap between the occupant’s head and seat head restraint.
  • The active head restraint diminishes impact forces on the head, neck and spine during a collision, helping to reduce the likelihood of whiplash injuries.
Child Safety
Child Safety

The TL has several features addressing child safety, from sophisticated airbag sensors to anchors that secure child seats.

  • The Occupant Position Detection System (OPDS) utilizes sensors in the front passenger's seatback to detect if the occupant is a child or small-statured adult.
  • The passenger front-side airbag will deactivate if a child or a small-statured adult is leaning into the airbag deployment path.
  • Front windows and the moonroof have an auto-reverse feature that helps prevent them from closing if a finger or other obstacle is encountered.
  • LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) anchors plus upper-tether anchors in the rear seat allow LATCH-compatible child seats to be installed in the outboard positions without the use of seat belts.
Security
Security

The TL has remote keyless entry for both convenience and security.

  • The remote unlocks the driver's door with one press, and a second will unlock all the doors.
  • A panic button activates the car's horn and lights.
  • An alarm system will sound the horn, flash the headlights, and disable the ignition in the event someone attempts to break into your TL.

Ownership & Services

Ownership & Services
Maintenance Minder System

Rather than using a static table of time and mileage to keep track of maintenance, the Maintenance Minder™ system on the TL calculates service needs based on how the vehicle is driven — not just how many miles it is driven.

  • It checks engine operating conditions, such as weather extremes, stop-and-start traffic and frequent short trips.
  • It helps coordinate oil service dates and other maintenance check-ups to minimize your trips to the service department.
Total Luxury Care

The privilege of Acura ownership extends well beyond our acclaimed, 4-year/50,000-mile16 limited warranty. It also includes Total Luxury Care® (TLC)18, a complimentary service provided with every new and Certified Pre-Owned Acura—because our commitment to you begins with the delivery of a world-class vehicle. Owners benefit from the following:

  • 24-hour nationwide emergency and travel services
  • Roadside Assistance
  • Acura Concierge Service
  • A host of special privileges available exclusively for Acura owners

Roadside Assistance is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at: (800) 594-8500.

  • 16 Ordinary maintenance items or adjustments, parts subject to normal wear and replacement, and certain other items are excluded.
  • 18 See your local dealer for details about Total Luxury Care® (TLC), Roadside Assistance, and Concierge Service.
Warranty

Acura’s superb track record allows each vehicle to be generously covered.

  • All models enjoy a 4-year/50,000-mile16 limited warranty.
  • Acura powertrains are covered by a 6-year/70,000-mile16limited warranty.
  • Outer body rust-through is covered by a 5-year/unlimited-mile16 limited warranty.
  • Seat belts are covered by a 15-year/150,000-mile limited warranty.
  • Acura Genuine accessories installed by the dealer at the time of vehicle purchase enjoy a 4-year/50,000-mile17 limited warranty.
  • 16 Ordinary maintenance items or adjustments, parts subject to normal wear and replacement, and certain other items are excluded.
  • 17 When installed at the time of new-vehicle delivery.
My Acura

With My Acura—the exclusive Acura owners’ Web site, you can personalize your ownership experience and obtain valuable services and information such as online service scheduling, sales offers, and service offers. My Acura contains helpful videos, interactive tutorials, and owner’s manuals to help you get the most out of your Acura vehicle. You can also order navigation DVD updates and get details about your Total Luxury Care® benefits. Join My Acura now.

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Based on 2010-2011 EPA mileage estimates, reflecting new EPA fuel economy methods beginning with 2008 models. Use for comparison purposes only. Do not compare to models before 2008. Your actual mileage will vary, depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle.