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Acura TL III (UA6/7) Type S 3.5 V6 (294 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)
III (UA6/7) Overview:
Acura TL (III (UA6/7)). With 347 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. 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.
Type S 3.5 V6 (294 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The Type S with its 294 Hp J35A8 engine is the performance king of the TL III generation. It offers exhilarating acceleration and a more aggressive exhaust note, transforming the TL into a true sports sedan.
Fuel Economy
Despite the significant power increase, the Type S maintains reasonable fuel economy, though it will naturally consume more fuel under spirited driving. The provided urban figure is comparable to the 3.2L.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Powerful and refined V6 engines across the lineup
- • Engaging driving dynamics, especially with manual transmission or Type S
- • High-quality interior materials and comfortable cabin
- • Strong reputation for reliability (engine-wise)
- • Attractive and timeless styling
Cons:
- • Some automatic transmission issues reported in earlier models
- • Front-wheel drive limits ultimate handling compared to RWD rivals
- • Lack of AWD option for all-weather performance
- • Infotainment system can feel dated by modern standards
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(III (UA6/7): 2003 - 2006).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Acura |
| Model: | TL |
| Generation: | III (UA6/7) |
| Modification (Engine): | Type S 3.5 V6 (294 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2006 |
| End of production: | 2008 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 294 Hp @ 6200 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 84.7 Hp/l [14mm more] |
| Torque: | 347 Nm @ 5000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | J35A8 More details about the engine J35A8 |
| Engine displacement: | 3471 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.3 l |
| Coolant: | 8.2 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 89 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 93 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 11:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 13.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 11.8 l/100 km |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel tank capacity: | 64.7 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4822 mm mm [14mm more] |
| Width: | 1916 mm mm [81mm more] |
| Height: | 1441 mm mm [1mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2740 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1577 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1576 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Tires size | 235/45 R17 |
| Wheel rims size | 17 |
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