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Charlie writes:
2008 Acura TL Base Review
ProsFast, fun to drive, beautiful, and fuel efficient...what more could you want? ConsWide turning circle, inconveniently located iPod hookup
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Absolutely Perfect In Every Way — I have not even gotten to drive this car yet and I love it! It has a 3.2 Liter V6 making 258 horsepower and getting over 30 MPG on the highway. It maybe a relatively high- performance luxury sedan, but the cost of ownership is cheap. All you basically have to do is change the oil and put gas in it. The first schedule maintenance isn't until after 100,000 miles! The handling is incredible, as is the acceleration, and it rides so incredibly smooth. It even has navigation and a kickass sound system, with 5.1 surround sound. Primary Use: Family transportation
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Alex writes:
2008 Acura TL Type-S Review
ProsGood acceleration ConsManual pedal shifting is way too slow
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Nicely Equipped Performance Family Sedan — So it's a sporty version of the TL with 3.5 liter V6 developing 286hp, driving the front wheels. It's nicely equipped inside with NAV, 10 speaker in-dash DVD changer, special alloy wheels, a lip spoiler and special leather seats standard. It drives smooth and quiet. Build quality is good and is quite roomy inside. As for the gas mileage, I average 27 MPG, driving slower than grannies. If I slam on the gas pedal (the way I used to drive for 20 years), the average drops to below 22 MPG. Compared to what I drove right before this car (Honda S2000), this car drives like a fat cow. 6 speed manual is offered which I would have loved to get, however, I was overruled by my better half. Manual transmission would have improved all the performance numbers as well as the driving enjoyment for me. Oh well, can't have it all, I guess it beats driving a mini-van. | ||
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SafeBet writes:
2008 Acura TL Base Review
ProsClassy, smooth, 21mpg avg, quick, luxury interior, great color combination, great stereo.. ConsFront wheel drive, low profile tires. 
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Competes With The Best Of Them Without Hurting Your Wallet. — This is a nice car. It competes with heavy hitters at a reasonable price. Repairs are at honda prices. BMW and Mercedes will tag you for much more when it comes to repairs. Very quick on its feet and handles like a go cart. Primary Use: Commuting to work | ||
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Jay writes:
2008 Acura TL Base Review
ProsGood mix of performance and comfort. ConsLoses memory for radio sometimes.
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Great Car. — This is the best car I have owned. Very solid. Great mix of performance, handling, comfort and accessories. Stereo is great and bluetooth nice feature to have. Fun to drive in the mountain twisty roads. Seat memory is another cool feature. Primary Use: Commuting to work | ||
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Andres writes:
2008 Acura TL Base Review
ProsGreat handling, Very Good performance, Good braking ConsNot enough turn ratio for manuevering in small places
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I Recommend It, In Overall Is Great — Its a fun car to drive, , I like the acceleration, and handling. The only thing I don't like is that it doesn't have enough ratio to turn in small place.It is not a gas saver, Besides that everything is great Primary Use: Commuting to work | ||
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Anthony writes:
2008 Acura TL Type-S Review
ProsStyling, Resale Value, Dependability ConsNo keyless start, torque steer
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Great Car, That Could Benefit From More Power (300hp+), Bigger Tires (at Least 18") And Keyless Sta — Performance - sprightly but could use more low end torque, acceleration is cool but engine sound like it is straining when gunned, could use lot more growl out of the exhaust; braking is cool though sometimes the electronic braking/auto downshift thing is alarming; handles real well - steering is taut. Torque steer is a problem if you like jack rabbit starts Build Quality - On par. Love the leather. Not crazy about the top of the dash that seems to develop a chalky residue - common on TLs The subwoofer and rear shelf speakers rattle when turned up - unacceptable Appearance - One of the major reason I bought the car. Love the honey comb rims. Cost of Ownership - Gas mileage is 'just ok' and only accepts premium. Had no maintenance issues other than the FM radio receives no reception (AM does) and the nav display cannot auto determine whether it is day or not as it should Fun Factor - Overall it is a fun car to drive. Still needs more power (which the 09s now have) Primary Use: Sport/fun (spirited driving, track racing, off-roading, etc.) | ||
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Evan writes:
2008 Acura TL Base Review
ProsFun, comfertable, and luxurious ConsBreaks are good, but not great
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A Great Luxury Performer — The acceleration is pretty great as well as the handeling, however I could use a break upgrade. Great build quality and no rattles. It looks great. Premium gas isn't cheap, but it is very fun to drive. Their is also a good amount of mods available. Sexy tan interior! Primary Use: Commuting to work | ||
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mba021 writes:
2008 Acura TL Base w/ Nav Review
ProsGReat looks, Navigation, backup camera Conspricey 
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Awesome — I thought the gas mileage would be not as good but it gives 33 mpg on hwy. Its been great. No big repair costs, performance is great as well. Traction control is awesome while driving in rain. Overall, its great to have navigation system, backup camera, sunroof - all in one. Primary Use: Commuting to work | ||
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Sen writes:
2008 Acura TL Base Review
ProsEverything ConsNothing
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2fast2furoius — Performance is up there, but you might not feel it b/c its is a heavy car. The way it looks is amazing w/t the fog lamps + turn light signals, car turns heads everytime you pass someone at the bus stop. Primary Use: Sport/fun (spirited driving, track racing, off-roading, etc.) | ||
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Joshua writes:
2008 Acura TL Type-S Review
ProsBeautiful car ConsLeft me wanting more
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My Ex — The performance of the car was what was expected from a japan made car. Build was great and so on with appearance. Cost of ownership was very compatible with anyone who works. Fun factor is that you look good in the car. Other than that I could say it left me wanting more. Primary Use: Commuting to work |
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