Acura TL third generation

Acura TL third generation
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The Acura TL third generation (2004–2008): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 9 versions in the United States and Canada.

Model codes: UA6, UA7 · Sold in: United States and Canada

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationNorth AmericaWikipedia
Dimensions
Length–4,808–4,821 mm
Width–1,834 mm
Height–1,440 mm
Wheelbase–2,741 mm
Weights and towing
Kerb weight–1,579 kg
Seats and space
Luggage space (EPA)340 L EPA–
Passenger space (EPA)2,775 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.

Reliability and owner reports

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

1,434 complaints for model years 2004–2008. 34 crashes · 23 fires · 37 injuries

  • Airbags 498
  • Body and structure 480
  • Steering 117
  • Transmission and drivetrain 111
  • Electrical system 94
  • Tyres 58

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 9 versions of the Acura TL third generation

United States 5 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
2004–2008SOHC, 2MODE CLKUP · SOHC 4, 2MODE CLKUP · 2MODE CLKUP3.2 LPetrol5-speed automaticFront-wheel drive21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA263 g/km
2007–20083.5 LPetrol6-speed manualFront-wheel drive21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA263 g/km
2007–20082MODE CLKUP3.5 LPetrol5-speed automaticFront-wheel drive20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA276 g/km
2005–2006SOHC 43.2 LPetrol6-speed manualFront-wheel drive21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA263 g/km
2004SOHC3.2 LPetrol6-speed manualFront-wheel drive21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA263 g/km

Canada 4 versions

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

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2005–2008Mid-size3.2 LPetrol5-speed automatic11.2–11.3 L/100 km 5-cycle258–260 g/km
2007–2008Mid-size3.5 LPetrol5-speed automatic11.8 L/100 km 5-cycle271 g/km
2007–2008Mid-size3.5 LPetrol6-speed manual11.1 L/100 km 5-cycle255 g/km
2005–2006Mid-size3.2 LPetrol6-speed manual11.3 L/100 km 5-cycle260 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.