The Acura TL In 2009 received a complete design overhaul that was highly controversial. Because the last redesign was so recent, major cosmetic changes for 2011 are unlikely, although Acura may make small design tweaks. The biggest change rumored for the 2011 Acura TL is a V8 engine option, a first for Acura.
You can expect the 2011 TL to go on sale in late 2010. Read on for our initial car review of the 2011 Acura TL. Drivers who would like to enjoy the styling and engineering of a European sedan - without spending oodles of cash - are sure to love the 2011 Acura TL. An ample array of V6 engines have been available for some time; this year, the introduction of a powerful V8 is bound to up the ante. Front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive are offered; an automatic transmission comes standard, while a manual is available. For versatility and high-tech features the 2011 TL is a premium choice.
Industry experts expect the 2011 Acura TL to look largely the same for the new model year. Acura may give the TL’s divisive style a few design tweaks for more mass appeal, but major changes are unlikely. We’ll know more when official photos of the 2011 Acura TL are released. If Acura ends up offering a V8-equipped TL, the body style of that model may look distinct from that of other trims.
The Acura TL 2011 Interior Features
If you’re looking for a sedan with a busy, eclectic interior, the 2011 Acura TL is not for you. Instead, its interior is subtle, austere and decidedly elegant. Indeed, the 2011 TL is proof positive that the old adage, “less is more,” is true. Roominess abounds throughout the vehicle; even tall passengers will feel comfortable in the backseats. Nifty flip-up headrests enhance that comfort and can be slid down to stay out of the way. It’s thoughtful touches like these that make the 2011 TL a true stand-out in its class.
The 2011 Acura TL brings no fewer than three topnotch engines to the table. The 3.5-liter V6 gets 280 horsepower and 254 pound-feet of torque; the 3.7-liter V6 gets 305 hp and 273 lb-ft. For true grit, though, the 4.8-liter V8 engine – and its 420 horsepower – cannot be beat.
With this model, uses crisp, taut lines instead of sweeping curves, satin trim in key areas rather than bright chrome, and a driver-oriented layout makes driving more engaging. After a few years of high-profile military engagements abroad and a stagnating economy and rising unemployment back home, one thing is clear: There’s no stopping the sales of entry-level luxury sedans.
The standard features of the car include: the tilt and telescoping of the steering wheel, keyless remote entry, the auto climate control feature, the navigation system unique to the Acura line-up, AM/FM satellite radio, and its voice recognition technology, as well as the DVD-Audio with 8 speaker stereo, the centralized lock system, wireless cellular telephoning facility and energy management feature.
Price start at about MSRP: $36,000.
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