Acura TL fourth generation

Acura TL fourth generation
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The Acura TL fourth generation (2009–2014): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 11 versions in the United States and Canada.

Model codes: UA8, UA9 · Sold in: United States and Canada

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationNorth AmericaWikipedia
Dimensions
Length4,930–4,970 mm TC4,928–4,966 mm
Width1,880 mm TC1,880 mm
Height1,450 mm TC1,453 mm
Wheelbase2,780 mm TC2,776 mm
Front track1,600–1,610 mm TC–
Rear track1,610–1,620 mm TC–
Weights and towing
Kerb weight1,682–1,807 kg TC1,678–1,791 kg
Seats and space
Luggage space (EPA)368 L EPA–
Passenger space (EPA)2,775 L EPA–

NHTSA overall safety rating (US): 2012–2014: ★★★★☆

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Transport Canada vehicle specifications, Wikipedia, US EPA fuel economy data, NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

335 complaints for model years 2009–2014. 14 crashes · 3 fires · 12 injuries · 1 death

  • Airbags 136
  • Steering 58
  • Transmission and drivetrain 46
  • Engine 29
  • Electrical system 22

Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints

All 11 versions of the Acura TL fourth generation

United States 6 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 versionEngineFuelGearboxDriveConsumption (combined)CO₂
2012–20143.5 LPetrol6-speed automaticFront-wheel drive23 MPG (10.2 L/100 km) EPA239–240 g/km
2010–20143.7 LPetrol6-speed manualAll-wheel drive20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA275–276 g/km
2012–20143.7 LPetrol6-speed automaticAll-wheel drive21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA262–263 g/km
2009–20112MODE CLKUP3.5 LPetrol5-speed automaticFront-wheel drive21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA263 g/km
2010–20113.7 LPetrol5-speed automaticAll-wheel drive20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA276 g/km
20092MODE CLKUP3.7 LPetrol5-speed automaticFour- or all-wheel drive20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA276 g/km

Canada 5 versions

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2012–2014Mid-size3.5 LPetrol6-speed automatic10.1 L/100 km 5-cycle232 g/km
2010–2014Mid-size3.7 LPetrol6-speed manual11.6 L/100 km 5-cycle267 g/km
2012–2014Mid-size3.7 LPetrol6-speed automatic11.1 L/100 km 5-cycle255 g/km
2009–2011Mid-size3.5 LPetrol5-speed automatic11.2 L/100 km 5-cycle258 g/km
2009–2011Mid-size3.7 LPetrol5-speed automatic11.9 L/100 km 5-cycle274 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.