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Acura TL I (UA2) 2.5 (176 Hp) Automatic
Overall Rating
Acura TL:
The Acura TL is an entry-level luxury sedan that was manufactured by Acura, the luxury division of Honda. It was introduced in 1995 for the 1996 model year, to replace the Acura Vigor and was badged for the Japanese market from 1996 to 2000 as the Honda Inspire and from 1996 to 2004 as the Honda Saber. The TL was Acura's best-selling model until it was outsold by the MDX in 2007. In 2005, it ranked as the second best-selling luxury sedan in the United States behind the BMW 3 Series, but sales decreased after the 2008 model year. Four generations of the Acura TL were produced, with the final generation premiering in 2008 for the 2009 model year, and ending production in 2014, when it was replaced together with the TSX by the TLX....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I (UA2) Overview:
Acura TL (I (UA2)). Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
2.5 (176 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Provides adequate power for most driving situations, though it feels less spirited than the V6. Smooth power delivery for a comfortable ride.
Fuel Economy
Slightly more fuel-efficient than the V6, offering a better balance for those prioritizing economy over outright power.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Smooth and refined ride quality
- • Reliable Honda engineering
- • Comfortable and spacious interior
- • Good value on the used market
- • Decent V6 performance for its era
Cons:
- • Outdated styling by modern standards
- • Fuel economy can be high, especially for the V6
- • Automatic transmission only, limiting driver engagement
- • Lack of modern safety features
- • Some parts may be harder to find now
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Acura |
| Model: | TL |
| Generation: | I (UA2) |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.5 (176 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 1995 |
| End of production: | 1998 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 176 Hp |
| Power per litre: | 70.4 Hp/l |
| Engine Model/Code: | G25A4 |
| Engine displacement: | 2500 |
| Number of cylinders: | 5 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.3 l |
| Coolant: | 7 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 13.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 10.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 11.8 l/100 km |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4864 mm mm |
| Width: | 1786 mm mm |
| Height: | 1405 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2840 mm mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
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