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Acura TL 4 (UA8/UA9) facelift Sedan (2008-2011)

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Product Overview

Acura TL 4 (chassis code UA8/UA9) facelift is an executive sedan in production from 2012 to 2014. It was available with two V6 engines that displaced 3.5 and 3.7 liters.
Compared to the pre-facelift model, the facelift TL 4 retained the same engines. However, the automatic transmission was upgraded to a 6-speed unit, resulting in significant fuel economy improvements.
Since 2010, the SH-AWD model was available with a manual transmission.
Drivers who appreciate handling will be pleased to know that the Acura continued to equip the TL 4 with double-wishbone and multi-link suspensions. While unusual for a FWD vehicle, this setup offers superior handling characteristics than a normal strut setup.

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Pros
  • Double-wishbone + multi-link suspension setup
  • New SH-AWD all-wheel drive system
  • Sweet 6-speed manual
  • Reliable V6 engines
Cons
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    Specifications

    3.53.7 SH-AWD MT3.7 SH-AWD

    Capacity

    Cargo Capacity371 L / 13.1 cu-ft354 L / 12.5 cu-ft354 L / 12.5 cu-ft
    Coolant Capacity8.3 L / 8.8 qt
    Engine Oil Capacity4.3 L / 4.5 qt
    Fuel Capacity70.0 L / 18.5 gal
    Passengers5

    Chassis

    Brakes | FrontVentilated discs
    Brakes | RearDisc
    Suspension | FrontDouble-wishbone
    Suspension | RearMulti-link
    Tire SizeP245/50 R17 98VP245/45 R18 96V, P245/40 R19 94VP245/45 R18 96V, P245/40 R19 94V
    Turning Circle11.9 m / 39.0 ft

    Construction

    Body Style4-door Sedan

    Dimensions

    Size | Height1452 mm / 57.2 in
    Size | Length4928 mm / 194.0 in
    Size | Width1880 mm / 74.0 in
    Track Width | Front1606.0 mm / 63.2 in
    Track Width | Rear1620.0 mm / 63.8 in
    Weight1690.0 kg / 3725.8 lbs1800.0 kg / 3968.3 lbs1800.0 kg / 3968.3 lbs
    Wheel Size8.0J x 178.0J x 18, 8.0J x 198.0J x 18, 8.0J x 19
    Wheelbase2775 mm / 109.3 in

    Performance

    Fuel Economy10.2 L/100km / 23.1 MPG (combined) | 11.8 L/100km / 19.9 MPG (urban) | 8.1 L/100km / 29.0 MPG (highway)11.8 L/100km / 19.9 MPG (combined) | 13.8 L/100km / 17.0 MPG (urban) | 9.4 L/100km / 25.0 MPG (highway)11.2 L/100km / 21.0 MPG (combined) | 13.1 L/100km / 18.0 MPG (urban) | 9.1 L/100km / 25.8 MPG (highway)

    Powertrain

    Drivetrain LayoutFront-engine (transverse), All-wheel driveFront-engine (transverse), All-wheel driveFront-engine (transverse), All-wheel drive
    EngineJ35Z6J37A4J37A4
    Engine | Compression Ratio11.2:1
    Engine | Displacement3.5 L / 213.6 cu-in / 3500.0 cc
    Engine | Power280.0 hp / 208.8 kW @ 6200 rpm305.0 hp / 227.4 kW @ 6300 rpm305.0 hp / 227.4 kW @ 6300 rpm
    Engine | Specific Output80.0 hp/L / 1.3 hp/cu-in
    Engine | Torque254 Nm / 187.3 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm273 Nm / 201.4 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm273 Nm / 201.4 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm
    Engine | TypeNaturally-aspirated direct-injected petrol V6 SOHC engine with 4 values per cylinder
    Transmission | Gears6-speed
    Transmission | TypeAutomaticManualAutomatic

    Production

    Availability2012 ~ 2014
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