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2007 Acura TL

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2007 Acura TL Review

By KBB.com Editors

Acura's answer to premium performance sedans like the BMW 3 Series, Infiniti G35, Audi A4 and Lexus IS, the TL is the only one of that category offered exclusively with front-wheel drive. While rear-wheel-drive and all-wheel-drive vehicles can enjoy some performance advantages, the TL mitigates those differences with an unparalleled front-wheel-drive system. In addition to exhilarating performance, the TL is also comfortable, roomy and packed with a sophisticated lineup of standard equipment. It even returns up to 29 miles per gallon on the highway and is priced considerably below its competitors. In addition to some notable interior and exterior updates for 2007, enthusiasts are celebrating the return of a TL Type-S, with more power, a stiffer suspension and distinctive styling touches.

You'll Like This Car If...

Fast, fun, comfortable and convenient, the TL is arguably the category's most well-rounded entry and almost certainly its best value.

You May Not Like This Car If...

While the TL's front-wheel-drive architecture is an advantage for some—especially those in wetter climates—other enthusiast buyers might prefer the driving dynamics associated with rear-wheel drive.

What's Significant About This Car?

A host of moderate changes inside, outside and beneath the sheetmetal add up to a more sophisticated TL. The big news for enthusiasts is the return of a Type-S model, which features more power, a sportier suspension and unique styling touches.

Driving the TL

Driving Impressions One of the great beauties of the TL lineup is that, 95 percent of the time, the Type-S is just as comfortable as the base model and the base model...

is just as much fun as the Type-S. Still, when the road starts to get curvy and your right foot gets heavy, the quicker, grippier, more responsive Type-S easily earns its price premium. The five-speed automatic has been enhanced for the Type-S—which also gets wheel-mounted paddle shifters—to deliver smoother, rev-matching downshifts and quicker, crisper upshifts, while the six-speed manual is as tight and precise as you'd expect in an all-out sports car. Without question, no other manufacturer has ever combined this much horsepower and front-wheel-drive running gear with such satisfying results. Rounding out the TL's impeccable behavior are its pleasant around-town demeanor and reactive but comfortable highway manner.

Favorite Features

Comprehensive Navigation System
Newly upgraded for 2007, the TL's voice-activated navigation system provides real-time traffic info, Zagat restaurant reviews and includes a rearview camera. It even allows you to upload your entire personal phonebook into the Bluetooth hands-free phone system in one step.

Enhanced DVD-Audio System
The TL's impressive eight-speaker, 225-watt DVD-Audio surround sound system features DTS and Dolby Pro Logic II decoding, plus a six-disc CD changer that plays WMA and MP3 files. There's also an auxiliary input for portable MP3 players and such.

2007 Acura TL Details

Interior

The TL's interior remains one of the roomiest, most comfortable cabins in the category (especially for rear-seat passengers). The list of upgrades for 2007 includes a new three-spoke steering wheel (in place of a four-spoke model), softer seat leather, revised information displays, improved DVD-Audio surround sound system and an updated voice-activated navigation system that provides real-time traffic information and includes an integrated rear-view camera. Type-S models get sportier seats with contrasting stitching, stainless-steel pedals, red (not blue) instrument illumination, dark aluminum and carbon fiber trim and an active noise canceling system that generates sound waves to counteract the bigger engine's additional noise at cruising speeds.

Exterior

Cosmetic changes for 2007 include a larger grille, revised front and rear lower fascia, the addition of independent fog lights, mirror-integrated turn signals, redesigned taillight lenses and new 17-inch wheels. The more assertive Type-S is distinguished by a collection of darker trim elements, including black chrome grille and lamp treatments plus wider side sills, a rear spoiler, dual circular exhaust outlets, dark 17-inch wheels and Type-S badges.

Notable Equipment

Standard Equipment

Except for the navigation system, a base Acura TL is fully loaded with an impressive DVD-Audio surround sound system, power moonroof, HID headlamps, leather seating, power/heated front seats, steering wheel-mounted controls and six airbags.

Optional Equipment

A navigation system is the only option available on the base TL. The step up to the Type-S includes navigation, a host of performance-oriented hardware and cosmetic upgrades, a choice of a more responsive five-speed automatic or a six-speed manual transmission and the availability of high-performance tires.

Under the Hood

While the base TL keeps the same excellent 3.2-liter engine from last year (coupled with a slightly softened suspension), the Type-S gets a 3.5-liter version that, according to Acura, gives it faster zero-to-60, quarter-mile and passing acceleration than the 2006 Infiniti G35 and 2006 BMW 330i. The Type-S also gets a stiffer suspension, Brembo brakes, a more aggressive exhaust note and is the only model available with a manual transmission (which includes a limited-slip differential) and high-performance tires.

3.2-liter V6
258 horsepower @ 6200 rpm
233 lb.-ft. of torque @ 5000 rpm
EPA city/highway fuel economy: 20/29

3.5-liter V6
286 horsepower @ 6200 rpm
256 lb.-ft. of torque @ 5000 rpm
EPA city/highway fuel economy: 20/29 (manual), 19/28 (automatic)

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2007 Acura TL Consumer Reviews

Overall Rating

9.4

Out of 10

Based on 643 Ratings for the 2004 - 2008 models.

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Value

9.5/10

Quality

9.5/10
Reliability

9.6/10

Performance

9.5/10
Comfort

9.4/10

Styling

9.6/10

Fun to Drive but typical cheap Honda problems

By NHB3GTL (WA) on Friday, May 17, 2013

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 125,000

10 6.0

overall rating 6 of 10rating details

Reviewer Ratings

Overall Rating: 6/10
Value: 6/10
Reliability: 7/10
Quality: 5/10
Performance: 9/10
Styling: 8/10
Comfort: 5/10

Pros: "Quick, looks nice, sporty to drive."

Cons: "Cheap construction, transmission issues, too small"

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 5

"I think everyone by now should know to not buy any Honda car with an automatic transmission, every time they come out with a new model they say "oh these ones don't have the issues the old ones did" but after 60k miles on this thing guess what quit? The transmission of course, upon reading all the acura forums you will find how common this is. Manual trans Hondas = great. autos= not so much. Ive also replaced in the first 100k the starter, heater valve, about 100 interior lights, a leaky headlight assembly, leaky taillight assembly, trunk latch assembly, lots of interior parts that break (buttons, the subwoofer, etc) and yes I have always done all the maintenance timing belt, water pump, oil changes, TRANSMISSION service etc. This car has been well cared for but its just a typical cheaply made foreign car. The pros of it are that I have never ever had a problem with the engine itself always idles and runs smooth never had a check engine light on. It really is a nice looking car inside and out, just too bad overseas manufacturers cant make anything last (but really how do you sell new cars if they build em like they should) kinda like appliances nowadays, they would go out of business if they made them reliable. Anyways I would recommend this car as long as you are prepared to work on it. Like I said fun to drive, looks nice, but overall its an overpriced cheaply made vehicle."

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I love my car.

By Annie123 (CA) on Thursday, May 09, 2013

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 100,000

10 10.0

overall rating 10 of 10rating details

Reviewer Ratings

Overall Rating: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Reliability: 10/10
Quality: 10/10
Performance: 10/10
Styling: 10/10
Comfort: 10/10

Pros: "Great handling and smooth ride."

Cons: "Keeping this car up isn't cheap. But it is worth."

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10

"I own the 2007 Acura TLS., in white. Before an accident on May 6, of this year, not a dent anywhere on my car. I have had several offers on my car because it is such a awesome looking car. Drives and handles great. It is expense to keep up. Luckily, the damage to the driver side will be able to be fixed. I was the only one of three people who walk away from this nasty accident. That car really held up to the impact. I can't say enough about my car. I was hoping that it would not have to be totaled. I couldn't replace that year and model. Acura Made a big mistake in changing the body style on these. I wouldn't touch the Acura models today. Hope you are luckily enough to own an earlier model. I know I am."

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My Fourth Acura

By Utley (FL) on Wednesday, May 01, 2013

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 60,000

10 10.0

overall rating 10 of 10rating details

Reviewer Ratings

Overall Rating: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Reliability: 10/10
Quality: 10/10
Performance: 10/10
Styling: 10/10
Comfort: 10/10

Pros: "Price, Value, Features, Horsepower...."

Cons: "Gas Mileage could be a bit better."

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10

"My 2007 TL with Tech package is my 4th Acura and you simply cannot find a car such as this one, with all of the features, anywhere in the same price range. Acura service is top notch, and the car is fantastic. Like any other car, you get what you put into it, and I have always taken great car of my cars. Would love to see Acura make a 2 TL Coupe!"

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Best car that I have ever owned.

By garrett (TX) on Sunday, April 21, 2013

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 104,579

10 10.0

overall rating 10 of 10rating details

Reviewer Ratings

Overall Rating: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Reliability: 10/10
Quality: 9/10
Performance: 10/10
Styling: 10/10
Comfort: 10/10

Pros: "Has everything that I would want in a car."

Cons: "Premium Gas"

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10

"Very reliable no break downs the first 100k miles. have had an ongoing issue with the memory control for the side view mirrors, they continue to be pushed out, the motor will continue to turn until manual input is done."

2 people out of 2 found this review helpful

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excellent car to drive

By pat (CT) on Saturday, March 09, 2013

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 75,000

10 10.0

overall rating 10 of 10rating details

Reviewer Ratings

Overall Rating: 10/10
Value: 9/10
Reliability: 10/10
Quality: 10/10
Performance: 10/10
Styling: 10/10
Comfort: 10/10

Pros: "very very nice driving car."

Cons: "None"

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10

"This car is a dream to drive . Superb handling . Responsive with 270. HP. Incredibly comfortable seating for the driver and passenger...Mileage over 30 MPG on highway trips is wonderful. Have never needed a repair other than standard wear i.e. tires etc....This has been the best car I have ever owned in 60 yrs. Time to move on to a new one."

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Very happy with this 2004 Acura TL!

By Acura 2004 TL keeps on rolling... (NC) on Friday, March 01, 2013

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 132,000

10 9.0

overall rating 9 of 10rating details

Reviewer Ratings

Overall Rating: 9/10
Value: 9/10
Reliability: 10/10
Quality: 9/10
Performance: 10/10
Styling: 8/10
Comfort: 8/10

Pros: "Fun driving, good gas mileage for a V6, reliable"

Cons: "Noisy, Window regulator replacements"

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10

"I've owned this car over 6 years now, buying it when it was just over 2.5 years old. It has been a great car. Repairs have been minor. The window regulators seem to be the most frequent issue, replacing the front 2 a total of 3 times. I also had to replace the in dash fuse box, which is unusual, but for a car that's almost 10 years old I have no complaints. The car can be a bit noisy by design, but it drives like a dream. I've kept up regular maintenance, following the extreme weather conditions since it spent most of its time in Arizona. This car could easily go another 132K miles! My friend's still think it's a new car because Acura hasn't changed the model much until recently!"

3 people out of 3 found this review helpful

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