Acura CL first generation
The Acura CL first generation (1997–1999): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 12 versions in the United States and Canada.
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | – | 4,826 mm |
| Width | – | 1,781 mm |
| Height | – | 1,389 mm |
| Wheelbase | – | 2,715 mm |
| Weights and towing | ||
| Kerb weight | – | 1,390–1,490 kg |
| Seats and space | ||
| Luggage space (EPA) | 340 L EPA | – |
| Passenger space (EPA) | 2,407 L EPA | – |
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Wikipedia, US EPA fuel economy data. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
All 12 versions of the Acura CL first generation
United States 7 versions
Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Drive | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998–1999SOHC VTEC · VTEC | 2.3 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 24 MPG (9.8 L/100 km) EPA | 230 g/km |
| 1999VTEC, CLKUP | 2.3 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 22 MPG (10.7 L/100 km) EPA | 251 g/km |
| 1998–1999V6, CLKUP · VTEC, CLKUP | 3.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA | 276 g/km |
| 1998SOHC VTEC, CLKUP | 2.3 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 22 MPG (10.7 L/100 km) EPA | 251 g/km |
| 1997(VTEC) (FFS), CLKUP | 2.2 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 22 MPG (10.7 L/100 km) EPA | 251 g/km |
| 1997(VTEC) (FFS) | 2.2 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 24 MPG (9.8 L/100 km) EPA | 230 g/km |
| 1997(FFS), CLKUP | 3.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA | 276 g/km |
Canada 5 versions
Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998–1999Subcompact | 2.3 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 10.4–10.5 L/100 km 5-cycle | 239–242 g/km |
| 1998–1999Subcompact | 2.3 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 9.7–9.8 L/100 km 5-cycle | 223–225 g/km |
| 1997–1999Subcompact | 3.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 11.4–11.5 L/100 km 5-cycle | 262–265 g/km |
| 1997Subcompact | 2.2 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 10.5 L/100 km 5-cycle | 242 g/km |
| 1997Subcompact | 2.2 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 9.7 L/100 km 5-cycle | 223 g/km |
Similar models from other brands
Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.