2001 Acura TL Review
Fuel Economy
20 mpg
Summary
What Edmunds.com says
Jack-of-all-trades but master of none, the TL provides an impressive mix of luxury, sport and affordability.
Pros
Excellent value, comfortable front seats, powerful and efficient engine, SportShift transmission is fun to use.
Cons
Cheap interior bits, cramped rear seat room, excessive body roll in turns.
What's New for 2001
Standard equipment now includes floor mats and an emergency trunk release.
Consumer Ratings & Reviews
I guess I'm a poser
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 8 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 5 | ||
Vehicle
2001 Acura TL 3.2 4dr Sedan (3.2L 6cyl 5A)
Review
This is definitely a great car in every area except exterior design. Love the engine, gas mileage, Bose sound system, handling and build quality is superb. If I didn't have to look at it and think of a BMW M3, This would be the car for me. Think I'll trade it for one.
Favorite Features
Engine, Bose sound.
Suggested Improvements
Body style.
Reliable, Well Built and Almost Fun!!!
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 8 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
Vehicle
2001 Acura TL 3.2 4dr Sedan (3.2L 6cyl 5A)
Review
I loved this vehicle since it came out in 96, but could not afford it back then. I finally got a pre-owned one in 2004 with only 20K miles in it. I took it to the dealership for the warranty tranny to add the cooling oil jet for the 3rd gear and never had a problem. It's a great car, reliable, comfortable, nice craftsmanship and powerful, but a bit too large for my taste as I like to corner it hard. My next vehicle will be an Acura TSX, Honda Accord or Civic SI.
Favorite Features
Seating/driving position, powerful engine, craftsmanship, reliability and quality. Dealership service is excellent!
Suggested Improvements
I never tried the Type-S, though I did drive the 2008 model which was much improved on the suspension grip. Would like to have a version with AWD.
Had a lot of fun with this car, but ....
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 7 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 7 |
| Fuel Economy: | 4 | Exterior Design: | 7 | ||
Vehicle
2001 Acura TL 3.2 4dr Sedan (3.2L 6cyl 5A)
Review
I have had my TL with navi for 7 years now! I still enjoy driving the car, but I have had too many issues with the transmission to give it a good rating. I am on my 4th transmission already but the dealership has worked with me to have it replaced each time. The car drives smoothly and the navi is great! Overall, I have been very happy with the car and I would purchase a new one, provided the transmission issue is fixed.
Favorite Features
Driveability
Suggested Improvements
Bigger and better navi, FIX THE TRANNY!
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2001 Acura TL
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 4 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
Vehicle
2001 Acura TL 3.2 4dr Sedan (3.2L 6cyl 5A)
Review
My TL rides great after 7 years. One major problem I had was that the AC wasn't working and it took 3 times to the shop to fix. The door trim also peeled and cracked after 2 years and the cushion on the center console deflated. After 6 years, the paint started fading. You would think that Acura would build their cars better than that. I still like driving my TL but wished the looks lasted longer.
Favorite Features
Suggested Improvements
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Disheartened TL Owner
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 7 | Fun-to-Drive: | 8 | Build Quality: | 3 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 7 | Reliability: | 2 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 7 | ||
Vehicle
2001 Acura TL 3.2 4dr Sedan (3.2L 6cyl 5A)
Review
Was continually taking it into the shop for repairs. There were 37 repairs in 7 years and this is not counting servicing, which were all done on time. Multiple attempts to fix the nav system (7 months); multiple attempts to fix handling problems on two separate occasions (23 months total); had to replace molding between doors 11 times; had to replace all four window drive units at separate times; had to replace heater system; had to replace one motor mount; had to replace windshield washer pump assembly; had to replace door latching system in passenger door and driver's door is going out also; had to replace all the brakes at 19,000 miles; and had to replace positive battery cable.
Favorite Features
I like the acceleration, the looks of the car, the feel of the car and the way you mold into the driver's seat. I like the attention it gets when it's not in the shop for repairs.
Suggested Improvements
They need to improve on quality and reliability. You spend too much for a car that has to spend so much time in the repair shop.
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