Review 2011 Acura TL Sedan
No work on the much admired that style can sell cars and overcome the obvious defects. At the same time, the design can tarnish an otherwise suspicious car appeal.
Take the 2011 Acura TL, half luxury sedan that is hard to fault. It has impressive performance results fall perfectly, a roomy interior, solid build quality and abundance of the latest technologies. Still, since it was completely redesigned two years ago, both TL sold plummeted in sales compared to the same price luxury cars. One might think that a car known for its reliability and high value would be relatively well in difficult economic times, but the current TL has failed. For most buyers, a look at his body bloated and heavy metal spout of a network will be all the necessary explanations to this decline from one generation to the next.
No work on the much admired that style can sell cars and overcome the obvious defects. At the same time, the design can tarnish an otherwise suspicious car appeal.
Take the 2011 Acura TL, half luxury sedan that is hard to fault. It has impressive performance results fall perfectly, a roomy interior, solid build quality and abundance of the latest technologies. Still, since it was completely redesigned two years ago, both TL sold plummeted in sales compared to the same price luxury cars. One might think that a car known for its reliability and high value would be relatively well in difficult economic times, but the current TL has failed. For most buyers, a look at his body bloated and heavy metal spout of a network will be all the necessary explanations to this decline from one generation to the next.
Styling is subjective, but if you can put (or enjoy) examines the TL, then you are welcome to its many positive attributes. Available in two variants, TL is therefore two types of buyers. For those interested primarily in a refined driving, a spacious interior and a part full of bells and whistles, the model is the intelligent alternative to a TL luxury sedans like the Buick LaCrosse Genesis, Hyundai and Lexus ES 350th Focused on sport TL SH-AWD, meanwhile, can take corners with sport sedans like the Audi A4, BMW 3 Series or Infiniti G37, with its high-tech Super Handling All-Wheel Drive (SH-AWD it).
Luxury cars and sport sedans must create an emotional attachment to their buyers, but if this feeling is negative, then these cars are unlikely to win many takers. As much as we like the Acura TL 2011 and find it a compelling value to little purpose failures, it is easy to see why buyers are not flocking to showrooms to pick up an Acura.
Luxury cars and sport sedans must create an emotional attachment to their buyers, but if this feeling is negative, then these cars are unlikely to win many takers. As much as we like the Acura TL 2011 and find it a compelling value to little purpose failures, it is easy to see why buyers are not flocking to showrooms to pick up an Acura.
Body styles, trim levels and options
2011 Acura TL is a mid-size luxury sedan available in the levels of TL and TL SH-AWD trim. The TL with the standard 17-inch wheels, automatic xenon headlights, fog lights, sunroof, dual-zone automatic climate control, tilt and telescopic steering wheel, heated front seats, eight-part (with driver lumbar adjustment and memory functions), leather seats, automatic dimming rearview mirror, Bluetooth telephone audio connection, eight speakers and the sound of six CDs, satellite TV, iPod and auxiliary audio / USB audio interface. TL SH-AWD adds more powerful engine, four wheel drive, more aggressive suspension tuning and steering, brakes upgraded, 18-inch wheels, front seats in depth, and confirmed the contrasting seams in leather.
The technology packages are available on both trim adds improved tires, a rear spoiler, a rear view camera, keyless entry / ignition, GPS-linked climate control solar detection, upgraded leather, upgraded trim metal interior, a navigation system, real-time traffic and weather, voice control and a 10-speaker Acura / ELS Surround sound system with digital music storage. This package can also be increased by 18-inch wheels on the base TL or 19-inch wheels on the SH-AWD.
Engines and performance
The base model 2011 Acura TL is front wheel drive and is powered by a 3.5-liter V6 engine that produces 280 horsepower and 254 lb.-ft. of torque. A five-speed automatic transmission is standard. In performance tests TL base grew from zero to 60 mph in 6.7 seconds - on par with most luxury sedans in the model. Fuel economy is EPA-estimated 18 mpg city/26 mpg highway and 21 mpg combined.
TL SH-AWD model, the Super Handling All-Wheel-Drive Acura system, which is transferred to a different power to individual wheels to maximize traction and cornering grip, and weather. It 'also available 3.7-liter V6 good for 305 hp and 273 Nm of torque. Five-speed automatic is standard, but a six-speed manual is optional and includes Hill Start Assist. When the automatic, the TL SH-AWD will go from zero to 60 mph in 6.7 seconds, and the hand, making it 5.6 seconds. EPA estimated fuel economy is either the transfer of 17/25/20.
Security
Every 2011 Acura TL with anti-lock disc brakes, brake assist, stability control and traction, front seat side airbags, curtain airbags and the front half of the active constraints. In tests Brake, based TL stopped 60 mph in 122 feet - the middle class. TL SH-AWD has been used to upgrade the brakes to stop to save an impressive 106 feet.
The Acura TL has not been evaluated by the use of the new government, the more difficult 2011, the crash test procedure. Your grade in 2010 (which is not comparable with 2011 votes) show that the TL receives the top five stars in all categories. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety gave the highest rating of TL of "good" in frontal crash tests and lateral displacement.
2011 Acura TL is a mid-size luxury sedan available in the levels of TL and TL SH-AWD trim. The TL with the standard 17-inch wheels, automatic xenon headlights, fog lights, sunroof, dual-zone automatic climate control, tilt and telescopic steering wheel, heated front seats, eight-part (with driver lumbar adjustment and memory functions), leather seats, automatic dimming rearview mirror, Bluetooth telephone audio connection, eight speakers and the sound of six CDs, satellite TV, iPod and auxiliary audio / USB audio interface. TL SH-AWD adds more powerful engine, four wheel drive, more aggressive suspension tuning and steering, brakes upgraded, 18-inch wheels, front seats in depth, and confirmed the contrasting seams in leather.
The technology packages are available on both trim adds improved tires, a rear spoiler, a rear view camera, keyless entry / ignition, GPS-linked climate control solar detection, upgraded leather, upgraded trim metal interior, a navigation system, real-time traffic and weather, voice control and a 10-speaker Acura / ELS Surround sound system with digital music storage. This package can also be increased by 18-inch wheels on the base TL or 19-inch wheels on the SH-AWD.
Engines and performance
The base model 2011 Acura TL is front wheel drive and is powered by a 3.5-liter V6 engine that produces 280 horsepower and 254 lb.-ft. of torque. A five-speed automatic transmission is standard. In performance tests TL base grew from zero to 60 mph in 6.7 seconds - on par with most luxury sedans in the model. Fuel economy is EPA-estimated 18 mpg city/26 mpg highway and 21 mpg combined.
TL SH-AWD model, the Super Handling All-Wheel-Drive Acura system, which is transferred to a different power to individual wheels to maximize traction and cornering grip, and weather. It 'also available 3.7-liter V6 good for 305 hp and 273 Nm of torque. Five-speed automatic is standard, but a six-speed manual is optional and includes Hill Start Assist. When the automatic, the TL SH-AWD will go from zero to 60 mph in 6.7 seconds, and the hand, making it 5.6 seconds. EPA estimated fuel economy is either the transfer of 17/25/20.
Security
Every 2011 Acura TL with anti-lock disc brakes, brake assist, stability control and traction, front seat side airbags, curtain airbags and the front half of the active constraints. In tests Brake, based TL stopped 60 mph in 122 feet - the middle class. TL SH-AWD has been used to upgrade the brakes to stop to save an impressive 106 feet.
The Acura TL has not been evaluated by the use of the new government, the more difficult 2011, the crash test procedure. Your grade in 2010 (which is not comparable with 2011 votes) show that the TL receives the top five stars in all categories. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety gave the highest rating of TL of "good" in frontal crash tests and lateral displacement.
Interior Design and Special Features
2011 Acura TL interior features a more modern language than some of its competitors. Aluminum finish is decorated home instead of polished wood treatments can be found in the Cadillac CTS, Hyundai Genesis, Lexus ES 350 or the whole, the environment is much more austere look of the Audi. Quality of materials is top notch, with plenty of soft surfaces. Some have said that the aluminum surface must be cheap, but the modified metallic coating technology with the package is of superior quality, and is available in two shades of colors will help to put things.
What comfort, the TL's cabin is spacious and quiet, more space than the similarly priced sedans. The driver's seat offers plenty of adjustment and a half through consolidation, when the rear seats can easily be more passengers. A large flip-up headrest for comfort and protection for those seated in the back and, when not in use, rinse the slide down the back for an unobstructed view. Cargo volume is 13.1 cubic feet a little 'less than other cars in this class, but the wide opening makes loading a couple of golf bags and travel bags easy.
Driving Impressions
Because different driving characteristics of the 2011 Acura TL models, you can almost think of two different types of cars. Base TL should appeal to riders more comfort and luxury in mind. Ride quality is excellent - potholes, bumps and expansion joints were fired calming, almost Germanic splash that befits the price of a luxury car of the TL. 280-hp V6 proves to be more than enough for everyday driving, the steering, although a lack of emotion, a lot of help, so parking is easy.
For those who are more sporting intentions, the SH-AWD to live up to its "Super Handling" label by offering substantially more traction and control than the basic car. Complex all-wheel-drive system directs more power to the outside wheel during cornering to improve handling dynamics, while steering well weighted and communicative makes the driving experience safer.
Price $ 35.305
2011 Acura TL interior features a more modern language than some of its competitors. Aluminum finish is decorated home instead of polished wood treatments can be found in the Cadillac CTS, Hyundai Genesis, Lexus ES 350 or the whole, the environment is much more austere look of the Audi. Quality of materials is top notch, with plenty of soft surfaces. Some have said that the aluminum surface must be cheap, but the modified metallic coating technology with the package is of superior quality, and is available in two shades of colors will help to put things.
What comfort, the TL's cabin is spacious and quiet, more space than the similarly priced sedans. The driver's seat offers plenty of adjustment and a half through consolidation, when the rear seats can easily be more passengers. A large flip-up headrest for comfort and protection for those seated in the back and, when not in use, rinse the slide down the back for an unobstructed view. Cargo volume is 13.1 cubic feet a little 'less than other cars in this class, but the wide opening makes loading a couple of golf bags and travel bags easy.
Driving Impressions
Because different driving characteristics of the 2011 Acura TL models, you can almost think of two different types of cars. Base TL should appeal to riders more comfort and luxury in mind. Ride quality is excellent - potholes, bumps and expansion joints were fired calming, almost Germanic splash that befits the price of a luxury car of the TL. 280-hp V6 proves to be more than enough for everyday driving, the steering, although a lack of emotion, a lot of help, so parking is easy.
For those who are more sporting intentions, the SH-AWD to live up to its "Super Handling" label by offering substantially more traction and control than the basic car. Complex all-wheel-drive system directs more power to the outside wheel during cornering to improve handling dynamics, while steering well weighted and communicative makes the driving experience safer.
Price $ 35.305