2009 Acura TL User Reviews

Pros

hdd audio system

Cons

battery weakness

Purchased As New

Love the look and the drive. That beak, some people have a problem with, makes it look like no other me-too car on the road. The battery is my only complaint. Acura should ditch the current battery supplier for a better one: it causes problem powering up in below freezing temperature.

Pros

rides great. alot of power

Purchased As New

I am really impressed as a first time buyer of an acura I always wanted one and once i saw the TL i couldn't resist. It seems like every day i get compliments on how my car looks. Even from a couple of my co-workers one who has a lexus and the other who has a bmw. I have people who say the love how the grill looks and when I go on post the guards always say how they like it. a couple days ago 1 even said he wasn't a car guy but he was impressed by how it looks. The tl has alot of power and rides comfortably. I like the fact that it has alot of safety features such as voice activation and blue tooth connectivity which lets you focus more on the road. aside from the car the people from acura are constantly in touch with me seeing how I like the car and taking surveys so they can continue to better their product....read morehide

Pros

Drive it, stomp on it,steer it, stop it, listen to it and you'll buy one! Biggest bang for the buck

Cons

Passenger front seat not as comfy as driver, lacks back heat

Purchased As New

Just purchased this car in May, '09. What a ride! Drove the Lexus IS 350 as well. No comparison. Drive both and you'll buy the TL. This car handles like it is on rails! Wish it had a better low rpm exhaust note, but this car wants revs and then you get the growl. Great interior room. At 6'5" and 270 lbs. this car fits Americans!! oh, I can still have someone sit behind me. Great value for product....read morehide

Pros

Amazing handling, sound system; actually everything!

Cons

just wish seats were cooled as well as heated and that steering wheel was telescopic

Purchased As New

Absolutely the best car for the money. Researched Lexus, Infiniti, and Audi but found this car offered everything standard where the others offered many things as expensive options. I bought the very first SH Awd in my city and waited for it to be delivered. I received it in late November and have been smiling ever since!...read morehide

Pros

awd, pricing, spacious, fast, gas mileage, sound system

Cons

18" wheel on the awd base std, small trunk, still behind Mercedes and Lexus on 7 speed AT

Purchased As New

I bought this car in March, after test drive couple of lexus (IS model) and comparing with Mercedes, BMW, and Audi. The major sticking point for me is the price, Acura was willing to give me a great price for all the options that this Acura has that I just can't refuse since Lexus will not give me the price I was looking for. The sound system is terrific, the ride is quiet and smooth. The awd drive is top notch, good suspension as you will not feel some of the bump on some of the road. I love the interior with all the leather and space that you can have for people that need more room like myself. Overall I love this car as well as the design since some or alot might not love the exterior design. Best value for all the options that is has, even though I don't need all of them. My next goal is to work my way to the RL....read morehide

Pros

Super fast, comfortable, great gadgets for the price

Cons

no power teloscopic steering column, power sun shades

Purchased As New

I just purchased this vehicle after seaching/test driving many others. I love the navigational system and all it has to offer and the real time traffic is a excellent feature as well. It handles very well on dry and wet pavement with class. The ride is somewhat firmer that I anticipated but I have to remember this vehicle offers both luxury and sportiness. So far I have no complaints and I'm looking to drive this vehicle each and everyday. Lexus, BMW & Infnity beware of 305 horses, all wheel drive, top of the line sound system all for under 42k....read morehide

Pros

Tech Package and AWD

Cons

it won't upload mp3s to its HDD only wma

Purchased As New

This is one cool car with it tech package and all wheel drive can drive through sharp curves at high speeds and not even feel like its a curve its fun to drive..

Pros

Comfort, Technology, and sound system.

Cons

Electronic steering (Loose when at low speeds, but tightens up)

Purchased As New

I really wanted the G37, but as I took the test drive the TL just felt a lot more comfortable. The car is very luxurious with the power of a sports car. Just wish the steering was a little tighter, but that's the sacrifice you have to make for comfort. I am very happy with this. You should be able to get this closer to the $34k area! Good luck...it definitely worth it!...read morehide

Pros

Just about everything

Cons

Bluetooth phone is limited to 20 tags

Purchased As New

This car rocks! had an '05TL before; no comparison.
Ride, build quality, power, roominess, seat comfort, etc.
Technology package blows away the competition
BMW, Lexus, Audi, etc., nickel & dime you for everything.
Best car audio system for your dollar; DVD Audio, is awesome.
For the money, this car is a keeper.
Loved my '05, but this blows it away....read morehide

Pros

Great value, Comfortable interior, FAST, Now getting 31+ mpg on hwy trips after 1st oil chg

Cons

Handling on turns isn't super smooth, Driver seat s/b moved two inches to the left!

Purchased As New

My intent was to purchase the Mercedes C Class (2009) but it was obviously too small for my long legs. Just happened to be at Contemporary Motorcar in Erie, PA, which is an Acura dealership as well and Chuck showed me the new TL. It has plenty leg room and is just comfortable to relax and drive in. The sound system is great even with the sunroof open while travelling at speeds over 80 mph. The car now has over 8,000 miles in my fourth month of ownership so I'd say I'm able to give a well grounded analysis. This car is beautiful to look at and a joy to drive. I will say though that the cop that ticketed me last month was just making money. I wasn't speeding YET....read morehide