In 2023, I still love my 2014 TL w/155K on it. This car has aged pretty well, and the 2023 TLX doesn't even bring in as much HP's as this generation. I have had minimal issues, and all have been maintenance based (Oil Changes, Timing Belt replacement, Brakes, + 1 battery) . I think this car is a great used car pickup for those who are looking.
I have a base 2012 TL and that thing is such a great car.Dead reliable and no fancy useless stuff to break.Just love the car,Ive owned it for 4 years and so far its been a rock solid car with 0 problems.
@@angelgjr1999 Yes indeed, I'm an owner of one myself and it's one of the best choices I've made. Only things to look out for is power steering and the timing belt but other than that, should be fine
Do you still own it? And if so have you had any problems with oil consumption? I've heard that the SH-AWD have that problem but I was wondering if the other models have that issue?
@@tekkenmaster123 Oil consumption is mainly on J37s (3.7 SOHC V6), I'd personally say to keep an eye on your oil level as it is a common issue and to do your maintenance early regardless of what the Acura maintenance schedule is. (Former Honda technician)
@@justwannadundundance3116 I know your comment is 2 years old, but this car doesn't have power steering. It has electronically assisted steering. That's why you don't see a pump in the engine bay.
I'm 16 and my dad has one of these things... let me tell you, it is one fun car to drive 😂 Very responsive, and for a car that weighs 2 tons it's pretty dang quick.
2002-2003 Type S models are just as good and much more affordable. As long as they've had the updated transmission installed and if not then an AV6 transmission swap is a simple solution.
I've got an '07 TL base, 133k, transmission seems fine, I especially enjoy the shiftable automatic, and recently had a BG trans flush. I'd say just stay on top of transmission maint. and shop for a 07 or 08 with the front end refresh. (the more expensive tires can make a difference)
WHEN THE FIRST OF THE 4TH GEN TLs CAME OUT, WITH THE BEAK GRILLE, I DEFINITELY WASN'T A BIG FAN OF IT. SINCE THEN, THEY'VE REALLY STREAMLINED THE GRILLE AND IT LOOKS MUCH BETTER. ALSO, AS A BIT OF TIME HAS PASSED, IT'S KIND OF CRAZY BUT ITS DESIGN HAS GROWN ON ME AND IT SEEMS TO GAIN MORE RELEVANCE NOW THAN THE IMPRESSION IT FIRST MADE ON ME A FEW YEARS BACK. I FEEL THE 4TH GEN TL's DESIGN WAS AHEAD OF ITS TIME, BUT NOW I FEEL IT'S DESIGN ACTUALLY LOOKS GOOD TODAY AND FITS WELL AMONG TODAY'S MODERN URBAN BUILDINGS AND CITIES.
Aww man i can't believe that this will be the very last year of the Acura TL a other Acura that been arould for a long time is leaveing us for good what a sad story!!
Damn! Were there a bunch of pigs riding in the back seat prior to your video? The backs of the front seats are filthy and this is a '14 model. That being said, the TL is a great car. I own a '12 TL Advance and video can't fully capture the quality feel that the car transmits to its driver. And the driving experience is amazing! I love mine and will definitely be buying a TLX sometime in the future.
+Andy Jacobs I agree, I have a 2014 and was just looking at reviews online, I love my TL...they are really great cars! I had the RDX before and been pretty fortunate with Acura's.
I like your Acura 2013 TL model review more compared to this. Not sure I feel like 2013 model is better than 2014 model from your review. I don't have much knowledge about cars, but planning to buy a used Acura TL either 2013 or 2014 because of its back shape design. Which one is better when it comes to overall performance ?
Ive had a 2012 tl awd tech since 2014...love it...backseat is small ..trunk is tiny....i found out later the propeller shaft is fualty...the bearings burn out and it creates a whistle noise..1800 cdn for the part. They changed this part in 2014
The redesign wasn't the cause for the TL sales to be "cut in half". Have you forgotten about the recession? It hit right around when this 4th gen came out.
Yes, the recession was a big factor for the drop in sales....however there is no denying that someone really dropped the ball with the 4th gen. redesign. The 3rd gen. was such a timeless classic design, why make such dramatic changes like increasing the size of the vehicle to a point where it might as well be called a full size car? The rear downward slope of the roof was also a terrible change...on second thought, maybe the recession had less to do with the sales drop after all. Lol.
Great review. I am looking to get the most sporty TL from 2012 - 2014 used. What is your recommendation? and then, what other car would you compare that two?
@David Zambrano Ha. I ended up getting a TSX, then traded for an 2018 Accord 2.0, now selling the Accord and getting a 2021 TLX advance later this month. 😎
Man listen to those solid lifters. lol. I do like acuras engines. They've ALWAYS has good engines but my main quib is with the styling. These cars look like they're DYING to be a Cadillac and with what Cadillac has to offer these days I kind of feel like Acura should define themselves by getting as far away from Cadillac and Lincoln as possible and be their own stand out!
I have to agree with you. While Caddy is trying to be "edgy" and "cool" it comes across as boxy and hideous, lacking any styling other than right angles. In a sense, Caddy went back to the 80's and 90's style, where a box shaped car was ok. I'm more partial to curves and smooth corners. You'll notice none of the German companies are jumping on the right edge bandwagon, and even Lamborghini, who sort of has a right edge thing makes their cars look amazing somehow. Acura.. well they still look like an ugly vulture or hawk. It almost looks comical seeing one of these in my rear view mirror.
Kev50027 Cadi never had the styling that they do now. Not only that the Beginning of the CTS was when the angles were really hard and the latest gen cts really toned it down. Look up motor trend channels CTS vids to see what I mean.
I see a lot of jokes and people poking fun at the Acura nameplate these days. Make no mistake of it Acura is the best car on the market you can buy period. Some might say Acura is boring, outdated needs to go back to japan. Acura/Honda sells just as well worldwide as most brands we presume are doing well. Honda motors always rank #1 or one of the best in safety, reliability, initial durability, and resale value no car maker on Earth can say that in one sentence. Acura is Honda's proving grounds meaning Acura gets it 1st then proves without a shadow of a doubt its of world beating quality and Honda trickles it down to the rest of the lineup. The 3.5 VTEC from the original NSX and Legend is the same V6 you see in over 50% of Honda vehicles today. Most of Acura's original cars from the 80s 90s are still on the road...Honda has never taken a bailout and has no outside investors or parent companies. Few automakers maybe Volkswagen/Toyota can say that either. This is coming from a guy who has purchased mostly GM for 18 years.
LMAO!! Wow! Acura is the best car on the market you can buy? REALLY?? The competition says otherwise!! Look up the Cadillac CTS vsport OR the new lexus GS F sport. Both MURDER this car and probably for comparable money for what you get!
tingokuman Ya because BMW, Mercedes, Audi, Volvo, Lexus, Infiniti, and the company that's been destroying them all which is CADILLAC have been sitting on their hands the whole time right? Look if you like Acura, KUDOS to you! But dont' feed people bs because you don't know anything about cars. Do your research. Subscribe to Motor Trend and watch their head 2 head video play lists. The competition KILLS this car by MILES!!
nezerac You stupid fuck read my comment. Im talking about reliability !!! I gotta Mustang GT S.C.C.A. race car right next to my Acura in the garage. Im not talking about speed or motor trend and there pompous ass head to heads. Acura is used to test out future Honda products and Honda accord out sells any model from the manufactures you just named.
Idk if anyone will see this comment, but isn’t it funny how back then we criticized cars for having “too much buttons”? And now? We complain of how there aren’t enough buttons!! For example, Volvo’s Sensus Connect has 0 buttons and can be difficult to use. How things change... hahah
Only the cars with the 3.7L engines, which is the SH-AWD model. If you bring it to a dealer they should do a test on it and fix it if it is consuming to much oil.
I know it's harsh, but the SOHC V6 Acura engines sound very similar to a 1998 Accord V6. Acura talks a lot about technological prowess, but the Europeans have been eating their lunch for the last few cycles.
Terribly boring design. No surprise why the TL line is being discontinued. I loved my 2001 TL Type S. Hope Acura returns to more aggressive lines and imposing front ends.
KardiFan2000 neither has anyone else. They've shown the TLX concept, but no one knows for sure how much of that design is going to make it into the production version. That said, I agree with OneOfOne. Most Acura's look terrible, have no where near the luxury appointment of proper premium brands. I'm amazed the brand still even exists
i got one on lease busters (base model). great deal, 9 months old. i think that base model is a good value. car is just too low tech and unattractive to buy full price.
I'm wondering if the third gen had sh-awd. In looks is arguable. But overall the 4th gen trumps the 3rd gen in just about everything else. I'm sorry but the 3rd gen TL Is not better than the 4th gen TL.
Aj Ev 3rd gen doesn’t have the AWD unfortunately and I think it looks better than this. Also, how is the 4th Gen better? It may have more power but it’s Waay to heavy to put it all down and I don’t see the sh-AWD beating a type s in a drag race
@@ChromeMan04 The 4th gen is better for one SHAWD will out handle any type s especially when both are pushed. Also cabin tech, now the 4th gen has USB bluetooth audio, 60 gigabyte harddrive that you can burn CDs into the dash distance markers on the reverse camera and the map graphics on the infotainment screen is better. On the advanced package blind spot monitoring and Three stage heated and cooled seats. Also on the I MID display the 3rd gen shows limited information. For example when the car overheats the 4th gen shows engine over temperature in the I MID, not just the temp indicator pointing to hot. That's just one example. Also the 4th gen do not have cracked dashboards looking like a road map on the passenger side airbag cover. Now as far as acceleration the SHAWD 4th gen with 6 speed manual 0-60 in 5.2 the type S 5.5 seconds. Now automatic vs automatic the 4th gen got a 6 speed auto from 2012 and up. I don't thing a type S with a 5 speed automatic and 286 horsepower can go 0-60 under 6 seconds. In fact the Nissan Maxima from that era can easily run with an automatic type S. Now let's be honest the type S was not the epitome of a sports sedan. The automatic lexus IS Infiniti G37 or G35 the BMW 330 and so on has been eating the type S for lunch. I'm a true Honda Acura fan however everyone is looking at the looks of the car instead of the substance. To be honest I think the 4th gen looks more upscale than the 3rd gen, and looks more premium. I say that 3rd gen TL type S is overrated and the 4th gen TL is underrated. At least Acura had enough sense to not call the 4th gen tl a type S knowing last type S was getting smoked by the competition with Automatics. I love Honda Acura I really do but I see the type S for what it was. The one thing I will give credit to the type S or any 3rd gen TL was the top speed, certain years and models were good for 155 mph. But my brother's 5 series (528) BMW is good for 130 MPH. At the end of the day I can live with the 4th gen top speed of 130-135mph. The 3rd gen TL was a good looking car no doubt.
Aj Ev 4th gens are too heavy, my friend race a stock type s and lost badly. I don’t know about the 0-60 times but in terms of weight the 3rd gen is better hands down
@@ChromeMan04 ok being heavier doesn't mean slower. Put professional drivers in both then you will see the difference. Loosing badly I seriously doubt that. If you are talking about weight ok 3rd gen is better but overall performance I dont think so. Would I buy a 3rd gen type s TL absolutely. But I see pros and cons to both generations of the TL.
Not worth the money. Essentially an 8th gen guised up Accord. Buy an Accord V6 Touring instead, which the 9th gen model has been around for two years already...278hp on *regular* gas with 34mpg highway.
I have a 2008 honda accord v6 exl with navigation. I also have a TL Shawd, having both if the TL is a Guised up Accord its Guised up really good. Put the Accord and the TL at 85-90 mph on the interstate the TL is engineered different that's for sure. Now the 9th Gen Accord is really nice about everything, Especially the Touring V6. If a person like to drive like me I'll take the Acura. That being said the Accords are really good though.
It’s not a guisesd accord they don’t even share the same components. An accord is made cheaper than the TL and looks less appealing too. 278 hp? The AWD makes 305 HP.
In 2023, I still love my 2014 TL w/155K on it. This car has aged pretty well, and the 2023 TLX doesn't even bring in as much HP's as this generation. I have had minimal issues, and all have been maintenance based (Oil Changes, Timing Belt replacement, Brakes, + 1 battery) . I think this car is a great used car pickup for those who are looking.
I rlly wish Acura comes back with this model car😭i absolutely love the TL. it’s so smooth and fast nd very reliable
144k and no issues for me, just tires and battery.
@ i hope i can find me one with awd. i love them TLs
Video is working again guys... put it into 720p and it comes up. UA-cam is just having another glitch of course :)
Great review keep coming out with videos
I have a base 2012 TL and that thing is such a great car.Dead reliable and no fancy useless stuff to break.Just love the car,Ive owned it for 4 years and so far its been a rock solid car with 0 problems.
I’ll be owning a 2014 TL soon. Can’t wait
The steering in the TL is way better than all the newer Acura products I've tried. It's like Acura went backwards.
Show Me What I Need To Know the A-spec wheels are better
nah tlx steering is much better
@@blazerboiz5996 - No way, bro. = )
Love My Acura TL 2012.
U still have it?
@@vesquivel16 yes. I do. Still a good car.
My gas milage is horrible 16 m.p.g. any ideas I can do to get a couple
MOre m.p.g.
Ikr. I love my rl. Lol, fun ash to drive.
Spark plugs and air filter
Still loving my 2012 TL and can’t justify replacing it.
chuck boyd Is it worth paying 14,000$ for a pre owned one? I like them.
@@angelgjr1999 Yes indeed, I'm an owner of one myself and it's one of the best choices I've made. Only things to look out for is power steering and the timing belt but other than that, should be fine
Do you still own it? And if so have you had any problems with oil consumption? I've heard that the SH-AWD have that problem but I was wondering if the other models have that issue?
@@tekkenmaster123 Oil consumption is mainly on J37s (3.7 SOHC V6), I'd personally say to keep an eye on your oil level as it is a common issue and to do your maintenance early regardless of what the Acura maintenance schedule is. (Former Honda technician)
@@justwannadundundance3116 I know your comment is 2 years old, but this car doesn't have power steering. It has electronically assisted steering. That's why you don't see a pump in the engine bay.
I’ve had this car for almost 4 years now and I never knew that button that said audio displayed the audio on the screen xD
Charlie Messerly my 2007 TL has that same button
@@caocacao-y7l should I get an 07
I'm 16 and my dad has one of these things... let me tell you, it is one fun car to drive 😂 Very responsive, and for a car that weighs 2 tons it's pretty dang quick.
they dont weight 2 tons lol.
@@alpe6228yes they do. close to 4k pounds
I have a 2011 sitting on 20's I love the ride is smooth and quiet and good enough power for me
Thinking of getting 20 but will it suck up ur gas or mess up the engine with the heaviness?
@@vesquivel16 lol 20s are fine this car comes with 19s from factory if you get the advance package
I blame the 2008 recession to the huge drop in TL sales. The 2nd Gen TL also sold well and got nearly 70,000 sales per year in 99-01
I recently bought a 2012 AWD Advance. I love it.
interstate366 is it fast?
@David Zambrano I was gonna buy one I like Acura. But I found a cheap mustang GT and bought it instead. Fun car too. :)
If you're going to buy a Acura buy the 04 to 08 model. The 3rd gen was amazing.
+Krayzie Trini They still have transmission issues carried over from the 2nd gen TLs
2002-2003 Type S models are just as good and much more affordable. As long as they've had the updated transmission installed and if not then an AV6 transmission swap is a simple solution.
I would by the 3rd gen TL I wanted SH-AWD
I've got an '07 TL base, 133k, transmission seems fine, I especially enjoy the shiftable automatic, and recently had a BG trans flush. I'd say just stay on top of transmission maint. and shop for a 07 or 08 with the front end refresh. (the more expensive tires can make a difference)
I like this generation a whole lot better than the previous. Good job Acura!
Agreed. 3rd generation vs 4th. Well the 4th is offered with SH-AWD. People can argue looks other than that the 4th gen is superior.
Acura nailed the performance just the way I like it
WHEN THE FIRST OF THE 4TH GEN TLs CAME OUT, WITH THE BEAK GRILLE, I DEFINITELY WASN'T A BIG FAN OF IT. SINCE THEN, THEY'VE REALLY STREAMLINED THE GRILLE AND IT LOOKS MUCH BETTER. ALSO, AS A BIT OF TIME HAS PASSED, IT'S KIND OF CRAZY BUT ITS DESIGN HAS GROWN ON ME AND IT SEEMS TO GAIN MORE RELEVANCE NOW THAN THE IMPRESSION IT FIRST MADE ON ME A FEW YEARS BACK. I FEEL THE 4TH GEN TL's DESIGN WAS AHEAD OF ITS TIME, BUT NOW I FEEL IT'S DESIGN ACTUALLY LOOKS GOOD TODAY AND FITS WELL AMONG TODAY'S MODERN URBAN BUILDINGS AND CITIES.
You don’t have to yell bro
@@christopherramirez6086 ong bro
damn, who kicked the hell out of the back of the driver's seat? lol
I saw it and was like my 06 TSX has more backroom space lol JK
SOOOO many buttons in this gen. It's like you're flying a plane 😳🛫
LOVE it though :)
Now people complain about lack of buttons. I prefer more buttons.
Buttons is better than touch screen, trust me.
I prefer physical buttons while driving.
Beauty lies in the eye of the beholder - As the saying goes…
i love the sound of that v6
Honda V6 engines are just amazing ~ love the VTEC
RIP TL & TSX
flexor212000 :' (
Nope, theyre back better than ever
Nope smaller engines and more tech
What about rsx ?
I really wished they had kept the rear in some form on the new tlx. Seeing the tl murdered out is so sweet
I always loved the TL and I will always love it, can't wait for the TLX
Aww man i can't believe that this will be the very last year of the Acura TL a other Acura that been arould for a long time is leaveing us for good what a sad story!!
Technically the TL got renamed to the TLX so it didn't really leave per se lol
I love this review format...
Damn! Were there a bunch of pigs riding in the back seat prior to your video? The backs of the front seats are filthy and this is a '14 model.
That being said, the TL is a great car. I own a '12 TL Advance and video can't fully capture the quality feel that the car transmits to its driver. And the driving experience is amazing! I love mine and will definitely be buying a TLX sometime in the future.
+Andy Jacobs I agree, I have a 2014 and was just looking at reviews online, I love my TL...they are really great cars! I had the RDX before and been pretty fortunate with Acura's.
Lol probably kids in the back
Nice Review Of 2014 Acura TL. 😀
I like your Acura 2013 TL model review more compared to this. Not sure I feel like 2013 model is better than 2014 model from your review. I don't have much knowledge about cars, but planning to buy a used Acura TL either 2013 or 2014 because of its back shape design. Which one is better when it comes to overall performance ?
Ive had a 2012 tl awd tech since 2014...love it...backseat is small ..trunk is tiny....i found out later the propeller shaft is fualty...the bearings burn out and it creates a whistle noise..1800 cdn for the part. They changed this part in 2014
They also replaced a lot of them under warranty
The redesign wasn't the cause for the TL sales to be "cut in half". Have you forgotten about the recession? It hit right around when this 4th gen came out.
Yes, the recession was a big factor for the drop in sales....however there is no denying that someone really dropped the ball with the 4th gen. redesign. The 3rd gen. was such a timeless classic design, why make such dramatic changes like increasing the size of the vehicle to a point where it might as well be called a full size car? The rear downward slope of the roof was also a terrible change...on second thought, maybe the recession had less to do with the sales drop after all. Lol.
my aunt has a 2011 or 2012 and she loves it , it was a upgrade from her 2006 acura tsx
I prefer my 3rd gen TL type S. I know the 4th gen is way faster and more HP, but I feel the 3rd gen looks way better.
Acura really should be building cars with fancy technologies and engines that would wow us. Still a big fan of Acura
Are you able to play music from your phone into the sound system via cord or bluetooth ?
Yes
Buttons you can Feel are better than screen buttons where you have to take your eyes off the road
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Awesome video! I liked some of the new footage
Great review, Sofyan!
Just got this car but with the 3.5L SE, mpg isn't so respectable, but it drives nice and is luxurious, thinking bout shooting some videos of it :))
I love this tl I have a 2011 it's awesome I hate the new tlx
Agree!!!
Tl are nice I have a 2012 TSX special edition I love it
GOAT Car! I love my TL
Great review. I am looking to get the most sporty TL from 2012 - 2014 used. What is your recommendation?
and then, what other car would you compare that two?
Dang, I was looking to pick up a TSX as they have great incentives as well, but dang the engine in the TL sounds so good! What to do???
@David Zambrano Ha. I ended up getting a TSX, then traded for an 2018 Accord 2.0, now selling the Accord and getting a 2021 TLX advance later this month. 😎
Acura is becoming the BlackBerry of the automotive world...
Can you please do a accord v6 2014 review. Am in the stuck between accord v6 and Acura tl
Man listen to those solid lifters. lol. I do like acuras engines. They've ALWAYS has good engines but my main quib is with the styling. These cars look like they're DYING to be a Cadillac and with what Cadillac has to offer these days I kind of feel like Acura should define themselves by getting as far away from Cadillac and Lincoln as possible and be their own stand out!
I have to agree with you. While Caddy is trying to be "edgy" and "cool" it comes across as boxy and hideous, lacking any styling other than right angles. In a sense, Caddy went back to the 80's and 90's style, where a box shaped car was ok. I'm more partial to curves and smooth corners. You'll notice none of the German companies are jumping on the right edge bandwagon, and even Lamborghini, who sort of has a right edge thing makes their cars look amazing somehow.
Acura.. well they still look like an ugly vulture or hawk. It almost looks comical seeing one of these in my rear view mirror.
Kev50027
Cadi never had the styling that they do now. Not only that the Beginning of the CTS was when the angles were really hard and the latest gen cts really toned it down. Look up motor trend channels CTS vids to see what I mean.
Kev50027
Also I think it's hilarious that I drive a 88 escort GT with a factory body kit and I catch people in these staring at my car. XD
new tlx looks promising. hopefully they don't screw it up
Amazing job!! Thanks :)
Hey!! He just drove past my apartment!!!
I see a lot of jokes and people poking fun at the Acura nameplate these days. Make no mistake of it Acura is the best car on the market you can buy period. Some might say Acura is boring, outdated needs to go back to japan.
Acura/Honda sells just as well worldwide as most brands we presume are doing well. Honda motors always rank #1 or one of the best in safety, reliability, initial durability, and resale value no car maker on Earth can say that in one sentence. Acura is Honda's proving grounds meaning Acura gets it 1st then proves without a shadow of a doubt its of world beating quality and Honda trickles it down to the rest of the lineup.
The 3.5 VTEC from the original NSX and Legend is the same V6 you see in over 50% of Honda vehicles today. Most of Acura's original cars from the 80s 90s are still on the road...Honda has never taken a bailout and has no outside investors or parent companies. Few automakers maybe Volkswagen/Toyota can say that either.
This is coming from a guy who has purchased mostly GM for 18 years.
LMAO!! Wow! Acura is the best car on the market you can buy? REALLY?? The competition says otherwise!! Look up the Cadillac CTS vsport OR the new lexus GS F sport. Both MURDER this car and probably for comparable money for what you get!
The competition says nothing as they know there cars are inferior to Acura in reliability you may want to research that .
tingokuman
Ya because BMW, Mercedes, Audi, Volvo, Lexus, Infiniti, and the company that's been destroying them all which is CADILLAC have been sitting on their hands the whole time right? Look if you like Acura, KUDOS to you! But dont' feed people bs because you don't know anything about cars. Do your research. Subscribe to Motor Trend and watch their head 2 head video play lists. The competition KILLS this car by MILES!!
nezerac You stupid fuck read my comment. Im talking about reliability !!! I gotta Mustang GT S.C.C.A. race car right next to my Acura in the garage. Im not talking about speed or motor trend and there pompous ass head to heads. Acura is used to test out future Honda products and Honda accord out sells any model from the manufactures you just named.
German cars almost always have a higher cost of ownership than Japanese but that's the price you're paying for just having a better car.
Nice review Sofian! Can you do one of Mercedes benz E350 2014 ?
Love the intro! Well done guys!
Do they still sell these? The only Acuras I see on the road these days are the RDX and MDX.
Idk if anyone will see this comment, but isn’t it funny how back then we criticized cars for having “too much buttons”? And now? We complain of how there aren’t enough buttons!! For example, Volvo’s Sensus Connect has 0 buttons and can be difficult to use. How things change... hahah
Plz tell me why when a vehicle is reviewed it's bounced off the Rev limiter in park?
Weird you said there was only 2 options but my 14 is rwd
My GOD.. Need to change the front bumper for more aggressive looks
I noticed that there was a usb and power outlet in the arm rest area, but is there an aux port in the car too? He didnt say it in the review.
Thanks he told me that too. I mailed him on the Facebook page. Thanks anyway.
Yes it has aux too
I keep hearing people with the 2012 TL complain about oil burning issues. Is that happening with the 2014 as well?
Only the cars with the 3.7L engines, which is the SH-AWD model. If you bring it to a dealer they should do a test on it and fix it if it is consuming to much oil.
2012 Acura TL Tech
or 2011-2013 Infinity g37 Journey or g37 S ?
question was for the g37, but im glad you have no regrets (:
Clayton Young go for the TL only if its an AWD model.
+Clayton Young Acura TL
Can you test the new lexus is
I know it's harsh, but the SOHC V6 Acura engines sound very similar to a 1998 Accord V6. Acura talks a lot about technological prowess, but the Europeans have been eating their lunch for the last few cycles.
But the Europeans would kill for Acura reliability which is ranked #1 in most recognized automotive authorities.
That’s because the 99 accord has the TLs V6 in it
can you do a 2014 ford raptor sport review?
Terribly boring design. No surprise why the TL line is being discontinued.
I loved my 2001 TL Type S. Hope Acura returns to more aggressive lines and imposing front ends.
Sofyan please do a E46 330 coupe bro... I watch your videos all the time and always wait for a new video ... do a E46 PLEASE bro!
can you review a Legacy 3.6R?
It's nice.
so this is the last tl or will they make a 2015 version
Song at the beginning please
2013 Accord is so much better, Honda needs to put their new tech in Acura's first and then let it trickle down, not the other way around
theoretically, that's true but Honda invest their money where they get the largest return, Honda Accords out sale Acura TL's by a bunch
most likely because this car is based on the 2009 tl, where as the accord is brand new
Please review a 2013+ Genesis Coupe manual! Everyone like this comment if you agree!!!
Video is not working for me
I really do like these but they are not cheap in the used car market.
Yeah they are.
how to activate bluetooth
That's one dirty loaner
Not a fan of the body, but i will admit, the sound isnt that bad
does not have the usual TL touch to it
Im very happy with my 08 Acura TL Type S. The last good looking TL imo. After 08 look eww.
I like it but i wouldnt get one
acura sounds and looks plasticky. its a shame. their designers are the worst.
I'm guessing you haven't seen the new TLX...
KardiFan2000 neither has anyone else. They've shown the TLX concept, but no one knows for sure how much of that design is going to make it into the production version.
That said, I agree with OneOfOne. Most Acura's look terrible, have no where near the luxury appointment of proper premium brands. I'm amazed the brand still even exists
What part of it looks or sounds plastic?
i got one on lease busters (base model). great deal, 9 months old.
i think that base model is a good value. car is just too low tech and unattractive to buy full price.
My first car was an Acura and I loved it. I really want to like this car, but man it basically looks like an accord
Don't judge a book by its cover
I thought the last model of TL was 2013.
Now..
The last acura I’ve liked they’ve gone quite downhill afterwards
Why do all Acuras look really plasticy? It's really odd and I hate the way they look like that.
not a big fan of the exterior particularly the back
Honda Accord
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Best gen was the 3rd gen after that forget it.
I'm wondering if the third gen had sh-awd. In looks is arguable. But overall the 4th gen trumps the 3rd gen in just about everything else. I'm sorry but the 3rd gen TL Is not better than the 4th gen TL.
Aj Ev 3rd gen doesn’t have the AWD unfortunately and I think it looks better than this. Also, how is the 4th Gen better? It may have more power but it’s Waay to heavy to put it all down and I don’t see the sh-AWD beating a type s in a drag race
@@ChromeMan04 The 4th gen is better for one SHAWD will out handle any type s especially when both are pushed. Also cabin tech, now the 4th gen has USB bluetooth audio, 60 gigabyte harddrive that you can burn CDs into the dash distance markers on the reverse camera and the map graphics on the infotainment screen is better. On the advanced package blind spot monitoring and
Three stage heated and cooled seats. Also on the I MID display the 3rd gen shows limited information. For example when the car overheats the 4th gen shows engine over temperature in the I MID, not just the temp indicator pointing to hot. That's just one example. Also the 4th gen do not have cracked dashboards looking like a road map on the passenger side airbag cover. Now as far as acceleration the SHAWD 4th gen with 6 speed manual 0-60 in 5.2 the type S 5.5 seconds. Now automatic vs automatic the 4th gen got a 6 speed auto from 2012 and up. I don't thing a type S with a 5 speed automatic and 286 horsepower can go 0-60 under 6 seconds. In fact the Nissan Maxima from that era can easily run with an automatic type S. Now let's be honest the type S was not the epitome of a sports sedan. The automatic lexus IS Infiniti G37 or G35 the BMW 330 and so on has been eating the type S for lunch. I'm a true Honda Acura fan however everyone is looking at the looks of the car instead of the substance. To be honest I think the 4th gen looks more upscale than the 3rd gen, and looks more premium. I say that 3rd gen TL type S is overrated and the 4th gen TL is underrated. At least Acura had enough sense to not call the 4th gen tl a type S knowing last type S was getting smoked by the competition with Automatics. I love Honda Acura I really do but I see the type S for what it was. The one thing I will give credit to the type S or any 3rd gen TL was the top speed, certain years and models were good for 155 mph. But my brother's 5 series (528) BMW is good for 130 MPH. At the end of the day I can live with the 4th gen top speed of 130-135mph. The 3rd gen TL was a good looking car no doubt.
Aj Ev 4th gens are too heavy, my friend race a stock type s and lost badly. I don’t know about the 0-60 times but in terms of weight the 3rd gen is better hands down
@@ChromeMan04 ok being heavier doesn't mean slower. Put professional drivers in both then you will see the difference. Loosing badly I seriously doubt that. If you are talking about weight ok 3rd gen is better but overall performance I dont think so. Would I buy a 3rd gen type s TL absolutely. But I see pros and cons to both generations of the TL.
I will all way love my Toyota Avalon I am a Toyota man if I have the money my best I will have a Toyota in my yard I like the 2010
Interior still reminds me of the 8th gen accords.
I have an 8th gen Accord and a 2014 shawd advanced TL. when I get in the TL, im not reminded of the Accord. And my Accord has the v6 with navigation
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Acura Acura Acura....
2009 was also the beginning of the economic downturn in the US so that is responsible for most of the decline in auto sales.
It's a shame a good, reliable machine is looks as boring as Saturday afternoon television...inside and out
Not worth the money. Essentially an 8th gen guised up Accord. Buy an Accord V6 Touring instead, which the 9th gen model has been around for two years already...278hp on *regular* gas with 34mpg highway.
oldtwins na lol they’re worth like 14k now. Pre owned.
I have a 2008 honda accord v6 exl with navigation. I also have a TL Shawd, having both if the TL is a Guised up Accord its Guised up really good. Put the Accord and the TL at 85-90 mph on the interstate the TL is engineered different that's for sure. Now the 9th Gen Accord is really nice about everything, Especially the Touring V6. If a person like to drive like me I'll take the Acura. That being said the Accords are really good though.
It’s not a guisesd accord they don’t even share the same components. An accord is made cheaper than the TL and looks less appealing too. 278 hp? The AWD makes 305 HP.
so the 2014 Acura TL is an American car??? not japanese
No it’s Japanese
It's my unhumble opinion...but it's pretty pathetic when the TSX is a better looking car POST 2008.
Dude, why have you been wearing gloves in your videos lately?
cause it's cold?
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