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Acura TL II (UA5) 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)
II (UA5) Overview:
Acura TL (II (UA5)). With 230 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1380 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. 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
Offers sufficient power for city driving and relaxed cruising, but can feel underpowered during aggressive acceleration or highway passing compared to the V6 options.
Fuel Economy
Likely the most fuel-efficient option in the lineup, making it a practical choice for budget-conscious drivers seeking a refined ride.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Smooth and capable V6 engines
- • Comfortable and spacious interior
- • Generally good engine reliability
- • Refined ride quality
- • Strong value proposition in the used market
Cons:
- • Known automatic transmission issues in some models
- • Front-wheel drive only (no AWD option)
- • Interior design can feel dated compared to newer rivals
- • Fuel economy could be better on higher-performance variants
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I (UA2): 1996 - 1998).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Acura |
| Model: | TL |
| Generation: | II (UA5) |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.5 (176 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 1998 |
| End of production: | 2001 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 176 Hp @ 6300 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 71.8 Hp/l [29mm less] |
| Torque: | 230 Nm @ 3900 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | G25A4 More details about the engine G25A4 |
| Engine displacement: | 2451 |
| Number of cylinders: | 5 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.3 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 85 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 86.4 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.6:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 7.8 kg/Hp, 127.5 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6 kg/Nm, 166.7 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1380 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 400 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 65 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4840 mm mm [29mm less] |
| Width: | 1785 mm mm [16mm less] |
| Height: | 1410 mm mm [5mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2840 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1520 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1510 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 |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 195/65 R15 |
| Front suspension | Coil spring |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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