2005 Acura TL User Reviews

Pros

Great Looks, Great Performance, Unbeatable bang for the buck.

Cons

Interior rattles everywhere!!!

This is a great buy. No other car offers the same value in the low 30 thousands. Its fast, looks good, and is luxurious, despite a firmer than average ride. The only complaint I have is with the interior rattles. Rattles and vibrations come from at least 6 or 7 different spots in my interior. None are extremely loud, but given the quietness of the car, you hear every one. It has seriously deteriorated my enjoyment of the car. The only way to avoid the frustration is to drive with the music up (stereo is top notch). If you test drive one that doesnt rattle, buy it. If it does rattle, however, stay away!...read morehide

Pros

Lots of power, very nice leather interior and guages, roomy, lots of standard features

Cons

acura need to put better tires for better handling, the turanza does not cut it.

I had this car for more than a year now, I already manage to stack up 30,000 miles on it but still feels like its brand new. I love this TL. When I first got it, it seems like it had problems with handling until I replaced the turanza tires it originally had, with a different tire with higher traction rating. Since then, the car felt great. Sometimes I get carried away with the speed, you could be going 100 mph and still feel like your going 70 (scary). Oh Yah. before I forget, I love the blue guages....read morehide

Pros

Comfortable and solid car. Great fuel economy and performance

Cons

Engine needs more low RPM torque and steering needs less torque steer.

Car is very comparable to a BMW 330i in terms of fit and finish and general performance. Will not corner as well because of front wheel drive, but for the money is a great value. Loaded with standard features and very comfortable for road trips. I drive 2000 miles per month and car is great.

Pros

looks

Cons

gas ride is really rough brakes ware very easily

It was ok...in the beginnig....but after it was about 6 monts old it began riding veery rough

Pros

Best Navigation I have seen. Excellent power and great looks

Cons

some rattles and wheels are easy to damage

I bought the car 6 weeks ago and now have 3800 miles, I drive this car everywhere I go. The power is always there when needed and with the VSC off the power can easily overwelm the front tire. The interior is very well done and I love the navigation system. The sound system is very clear and can be loud. Interior does have some rattles but nothing like I have seen in other reviews. The exterior is a beautiful design and HID lights add more safety to a very safe car....read morehide

Pros

Stereo, Nav, Comfort, Style

Cons

Gas mileage, Front Wheel Drive,

Overall, great value for the all of the extra's. I highly recommend to all looking for a car valued less than 40K.

Pros

Plenty of power, in a good looking car. Very Nice Interior, Best Value.

Cons

Does not take regular Unleaded gas.

I love this car! It's a sports car and luxury car all in one. I hope automakers will take note, this car set the standard. Acura really went all out from the engine performance, and luxtury features, down to the child car seat safety tie off points! But the best part is the price compared to other luxury cars with same features. I feel like I didn't over pay a penny. well worth the investment....read morehide

Pros

nice ride, great acceleration, sharp looking exterior, good brakes

Cons

somewhat noisy interior. Could come with better color combinations

I have owned Mercedes, BMW, Chrysler 300, Lexus Es330. I just purchased a TL. The Accura TL has all of the rest of the autos in this class beat by a mile. Great performance, acceleration, brakes, and handling. The only thing I don't like is the intereior is a bit creaky on both front doors. I will take to the dealer for correction.

I just traded my 2005 Lexus ES330 for the TL. Only 1800 miles on the es330. It just wasnt sporty enough for me but it was a very well build car. Maybe when I am 60 i will appreciate the lexus more....read morehide

Pros

exterior looks, roomy interior, awesome technology, respectable fuel economy

Cons

ocassional rattles otherwise no complaints

My wife and I love this car. We have about 1000 miles now and enjoy driving it. The technologic advancements like bluetooth, navigation, and dvd-a are truly amazing. The ride is great and the car handles just fine.

We looked at the new IS250/350 and considered the GS and 3/5 series as well but wanted something fairly rooms and were quite impressed with the overall value as we paid $31,500 + TTL for 5-AT w/ navigation -- much cheaper than comparable near luxury cars.

Only complaint and it seems to be a common one is that we ocasionally hear a high frequency low pitch rattle from the driver side vent/dash over bumps. If you search forums you'll find this to be a common complaint. It doesn't bother me too much and I'm sure the dealer would fix it as its under warranty anyways.

Overall, this car is an excellent choice!...read morehide

Pros

quality is good, engine is ok. nice styling

Cons

accel. not up to the standard, not the greatest in turns and high speed

I had a '00 TL which was an excellant car and had great performance with no technical or machanical problem. But the new car has been trouble shooting since i bought it. At 50 miles speed it wobbles and is very unsteady. The window on the passenger side gives me a problem. The dealer i bought it from, are not a great help and and i have gone 3 times for the same problem. It seems to me i have got into a lemon. I keep wondering how come people say its got a great drive, but my car is rough and vibrates at high speeds of 50 to 80 miles. My old car was a better ride....read morehide