Acura TL

In published reviews,
critics awarded this
vehicle an average
overall score of:

84
Priced From $35,705
MPG 24.0
Styles Reviewed
SedanSedan

MotorWeek

05/19/11
2011-05-19
87
100

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Staff Review MotorWeek 7.2 out of 10 2012 Acura TL Sedan

The 2012 Acura TL is a starring luxury-sport sedan that is leaner, trimmer, tighter, and now looks as good as it performs.

Edmunds.com

06/09/11
2011-06-09
87
100

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Mike Monticello Mike Monticello 6.6 out of 10 2012 Acura TL Sedan

Dynamically, the 2012 Acura TL is the same stirring-to-drive performance sedan as before, only now with an extra gear and improved fuel economy. Not bad for a car with so much horsepower and a sizable interior.

Wall Street Journal

10/07/11
2011-10-07
87
100

Overall score awarded to vehicle by this critic. [?]

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Dan Neil Dan Neil 8.6 out of 10 2012 Acura TL Sedan

The 2012 TL is a fine piece of driving machinery with a nicely technical, sophisticated look. And, as always, Acura packages a lot of gear into its cars for the money.

Automobile Magazine

03/09/11
2011-03-09
86
100

Overall score awarded to vehicle by this critic. [?]

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Evan McCausland Evan McCausland Score Pending 2012 Acura TL Sedan

The 2012 TL is still fun to drive, and is more refined and only $300 more expensive than the outgoing model. We expect it to be even more endearing to those seeking a luxurious sports sedan than ever before.

Edmunds.com

07/07/11
2011-07-07
86
100

Overall score awarded to vehicle by this critic. [?]

Reviewed By Critic Credibility [?] Style Reviewed
Staff Review Edmunds.com 7.8 out of 10 2012 Acura TL Sedan

The 2012 Acura TL benefits from a sleeker look. It is a solid performer offering a spacious cabin, features galore and excellent build quality.

LeftLane News

11/25/11
2011-11-25
86
100

Overall score awarded to vehicle by this critic. [?]

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Andrew Ganz Andrew Ganz 5.5 out of 10 2012 Acura TL Sedan

The Acura TL SH-AWD is certainly full-flavored. Its driving experience is almost as polarizing as its style, but there’s no denying that it offers a lot of sedan for the money – especially compared to those pesky Germans.

Car and Driver

03/11/11
2011-03-11
85
100

Overall score awarded to vehicle by this critic. [?]

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Steve Siler Steve Siler 6.1 out of 10 2012 Acura TL Sedan

The 2012 Acura TL’s price represents strong value, and now that Acura has mostly fixed its most glaring shortcomings, the TL is a stronger entry than ever.

Winding Road

03/28/11
2011-03-28
85
100

Overall score awarded to vehicle by this critic. [?]

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Seyth Miersma Seyth Miersma Score Pending 2012 Acura TL Sedan

The TL remains Acura’s very best driver’s car, and a good one, at that. We came away with the renewed opinion that car is an enthusiast gem that deserves more of a share of the spotlight.

AutoSavant.com

06/22/11
2011-06-22
85
100

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Charles Krome Charles Krome Score Pending 2012 Acura TL Sedan

It is on the pricey side of the segment, but the 2012 Acura TL Advance is a sophisticated sport sedan with an effective, distinctive design.

Los Angeles Times

06/30/11
2011-06-30
85
100

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Susan Carpenter Susan Carpenter Score Pending 2012 Acura TL Sedan

It’s a lot of car for the money, but dollar for dollar in a value-oriented marketplace, the TL, premium as its amenities are, doesn’t accord the same amount of style or status as, say, a Mercedes-Benz C-class.

AutoBlog.com

09/06/11
2011-09-06
85
100

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Chris Shunk Chris Shunk 6.5 out of 10 2012 Acura TL Sedan

With the refreshed TL SH-AWD, it’s obvious that Acura has taken measures to fix what was broken without hurting what worked. They started with a very competent luxury sport sedan and made it more attractive, improved its efficiency and increased its driving dynamics.

Cars.com

01/12/12
2012-01-12
85
100

Overall score awarded to vehicle by this critic. [?]

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Sara Lacey Sara Lacey 4.7 out of 10 2012 Acura TL Sedan

This redesigned five-seater still means business with its sharp, sporty looks. For parents who mean business, the 2012 Acura TL will fit the bill for expedient transportation.

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