Awesome car. I paid a little more for my 2012 with a little more Ks, they have probably the best most comfortable seats, its quick,, fast, handles great, and all in luxury.... best bang for the buck. No issues. There was a recall on the air bags like most other manufacturers - it just always runs awesome. Acura says don't touch them until 160,000k and then for the first time replace spark plugs, timing belt, and fluids then don't come back for another 160,000k. Their service department is great and parts are apparently inexpensive considering the type car ie brake rotors, and pads. If your car has never been banged up and maintained - buy it you cant go wrong. They were compared to a BMW 5 series, again--best bang for the buck
I loved this redesign with the angles and just bought a 12 today in this color with 62k miles. It's a strong motor and rides nice but gives you enough feedback you can still feel the road a bit. I do need to get the software update though for the torque convertor and transmission as it has that weird little shutter at low speed 0-25mph, dealer said they would take care of it for me. And as with all Honda products the HVAC is fantastic!, And was cool to learn it was made in Marysville a couple hours away from me.
@@everycarSeattle I did but unfortunately the dealership i got it from was not an Acura dealership. Discovered the struts for the hood are broken the next day and it wont stay up, this morning the i put right rear window down and it wouldn't go back up from driver control. I am going to make them cover under their 90 day 3k warranty such bs. Also going to have local Acura address the shudder issue with tranny with extended warranty under TSB 18-047, not a great way to start my ownership experience.
Although you do not have to use premium gas in a TL Craigzilla, it is recommended...but not mandated. Timing belt replacements are hard work but can be done in the garage. I wouldn't, but you're probably significantly more capable than me.
All V6 Honda products had the same transmission issue up to about 2006 (they were much better after about 2002) but TL's really got singled out...of course, we had a 2000 TL and had our transmission replaced twice under warranty so the complaint was justified.
I've owned an '05 TL, an '07 TL with Navigation, a '10 TSX V6 Tech, a '12 TL Advance, another '12 TL Advance and currently own a '13 TL Advance. Needless to say, I'm an Acura fan. These are great cars. Because I put a lot of miles on a car per year, I buy low mileage used vehicles and sell them when they get close to 50k miles. Not because they aren't reliable but after 50k miles, they start losing some value as all cars do and I'd rather roll the value of the car into a newer, lower mileage Acura rather than let depreciation eat up the car's value. I typically keep my cars anywhere from 18 - 24 months. I'll be selling my '13 TL this summer and will very likely be buying a '16 TLX. Again, great cars. Have had no trouble with any of mine.
@@thecarelectronicguy687 Because I wanted to. And because they were great cars. I ended up selling my '13 TL and did in fact buy a '16 TLX Advance. Kept it for 3 years and now I'm driving a '20 Accord Touring 2.0T. Want a '22 TLX Type S but the fuel economy is wretched in those cars. And with today's outrageous gas prices, I'm delaying purchasing a Type S.
I am thinking to buy a 2013 TL with 55000 km and 3.5 lt engine FWD . how long can I expect the engine to last and how reliable mechanically are these cars? Thanks
PLD Security & Lighting As long as you change the oil every 3-5k miles and do all other regular maintenance, the car should easily last several hundred thousand miles
I run Mobil 1 in all our cars and change every 10k, have 181k on my 07 Maxima and it doesn't burn any oil, sadly the crappy CVT is dying which is why I bought this 2012 TL, will do same oil changes on it as well.
That dealership is like a skyscraper...unfortunately the only place to do videos was at the top. The new videos are all in Hawaii, at ground level. Thanks for taking a look, I appreciate it!
So Funny it starts raining during the recording of this review. Well that’s Sea-Town for ya! Gr8 review Joe you’re very good at your job. Company is Lucky to have ya. 🫡
Took 3 minutes before you FINALLY talked about that car next to you!!!
i liked the part when he said " "
This might be the best executive class review on UA-cam!
I just bought a 2012 TL SH-AWD and the car is amazing.
for how much?
Me too !! Loveee it ! found private owner that had one with only 8,000 miles
$14,000 after selling my 2004 TL that had 250,000 miles on it and still running like a beast.
I'm looking to buy one for 18000 with 50k miles on it. Is it worth it? Do they have any major problems with them?
Awesome car. I paid a little more for my 2012 with a little more Ks, they have probably the best most comfortable seats, its quick,, fast, handles great, and all in luxury.... best bang for the buck. No issues. There was a recall on the air bags like most other manufacturers - it just always runs awesome. Acura says don't touch them until 160,000k and then for the first time replace spark plugs, timing belt, and fluids then don't come back for another 160,000k. Their service department is great and parts are apparently inexpensive considering the type car ie brake rotors, and pads. If your car has never been banged up and maintained - buy it you cant go wrong. They were compared to a BMW 5 series, again--best bang for the buck
I loved this redesign with the angles and just bought a 12 today in this color with 62k miles. It's a strong motor and rides nice but gives you enough feedback you can still feel the road a bit. I do need to get the software update though for the torque convertor and transmission as it has that weird little shutter at low speed 0-25mph, dealer said they would take care of it for me. And as with all Honda products the HVAC is fantastic!, And was cool to learn it was made in Marysville a couple hours away from me.
You bought a great car! Thanks for taking a look.
@@everycarSeattle I did but unfortunately the dealership i got it from was not an Acura dealership. Discovered the struts for the hood are broken the next day and it wont stay up, this morning the i put right rear window down and it wouldn't go back up from driver control. I am going to make them cover under their 90 day 3k warranty such bs. Also going to have local Acura address the shudder issue with tranny with extended warranty under TSB 18-047, not a great way to start my ownership experience.
@@macdaddybill How ironic, the hood struts on my 2012 are out too
@@macdaddybill still have the 12 Acura? How has it been?
Are these premium fuel only? Also, when must the timing belt be changed and is it a diy job? I'm somewhat experienced with working on cars.
Although you do not have to use premium gas in a TL Craigzilla, it is recommended...but not mandated. Timing belt replacements are hard work but can be done in the garage. I wouldn't, but you're probably significantly more capable than me.
@@everycarSeattle I think premium fuel is required...
@@pinkisforpimps 91 octane is the minimum requirement. I live in a state with 93 octane premium fuel and use that for max performance.
Speak up....too much background noise plus your speaking too low.
he's not speaking low. it's just he is using the cam mic instead of wearing one.
Nice review, sir! What kind of watch is that btw?
Excellent Review! Thanks for posting this!
I heard a lot about Acura transmission issues. DOes this model have any issues that anyone knows of?
No, they have awesome transmissions these days.
The transmission history put people off and I prefer the prior design.
All V6 Honda products had the same transmission issue up to about 2006 (they were much better after about 2002) but TL's really got singled out...of course, we had a 2000 TL and had our transmission replaced twice under warranty so the complaint was justified.
Great review and great reviewer!
This review is stinking good!
Get a better microphone or a better sound system.
I've owned an '05 TL, an '07 TL with Navigation, a '10 TSX V6 Tech, a '12 TL Advance, another '12 TL Advance and currently own a '13 TL Advance. Needless to say, I'm an Acura fan. These are great cars. Because I put a lot of miles on a car per year, I buy low mileage used vehicles and sell them when they get close to 50k miles. Not because they aren't reliable but after 50k miles, they start losing some value as all cars do and I'd rather roll the value of the car into a newer, lower mileage Acura rather than let depreciation eat up the car's value. I typically keep my cars anywhere from 18 - 24 months. I'll be selling my '13 TL this summer and will very likely be buying a '16 TLX. Again, great cars. Have had no trouble with any of mine.
Andy Jacobs how much do you want for the 13TL
Lmao why would you buy the same car 3 times?
@@thecarelectronicguy687 Because I wanted to. And because they were great cars. I ended up selling my '13 TL and did in fact buy a '16 TLX Advance. Kept it for 3 years and now I'm driving a '20 Accord Touring 2.0T. Want a '22 TLX Type S but the fuel economy is wretched in those cars. And with today's outrageous gas prices, I'm delaying purchasing a Type S.
@@a32tlWell, if you don't mind me asking.... what are you driving today? An Acura? A newer Honda? The same Honda?
Great Review!!
good info...GET A DECENT MICROPHONE.
the quality.....
This use regular or premium gas?
Premium
I am thinking to buy a 2013 TL with 55000 km and 3.5 lt engine FWD . how long can I expect the engine to last and how reliable mechanically are these cars? Thanks
PLD Security & Lighting As long as you change the oil every 3-5k miles and do all other regular maintenance, the car should easily last several hundred thousand miles
I run Mobil 1 in all our cars and change every 10k, have 181k on my 07 Maxima and it doesn't burn any oil, sadly the crappy CVT is dying which is why I bought this 2012 TL, will do same oil changes on it as well.
@@macdaddybill I'm thinking about buying a 2012 TL with 100k miles should I be worried about transmission problems or anything else?
@@soundstream4091 As an owner of a 2012 TL and an Acura technician myself, just do your recommended maintenance and everything should be fine.
macdaddybill haha my Maxima is having the same tranny issue, might be time for a TL
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2 MINUTES IN AND NOTHING WORTH WATCHING
Except the good looking guy talking :)
This car wasnt made in japan
That’s too bad. I wish it was made in Japan so we know the quality control is better.
Terrible audio
This past year I finally gave in and got a new camera, much to the relief of the ears of many.
horrible sound, cannot hear your commentary. poor location for a video.
That dealership is like a skyscraper...unfortunately the only place to do videos was at the top. The new videos are all in Hawaii, at ground level. Thanks for taking a look, I appreciate it!
So Funny it starts raining during the recording of this review. Well that’s Sea-Town for ya! Gr8 review Joe you’re very good at your job. Company is Lucky to have ya. 🫡