Used 2003 Acura TL Sedan Consumer Reviews
Looks great, built to last
Bought in 2003, 141,000 miles with no major problems. All parts lasted longer than expected (ex: replaced timing belt at 127,000) and average mileage was better than advertised. This was a car that was close to perfect. I am sad to be giving it up and unfortunately not for another one since Acura has ruined the look at this classic beauty.
Did not meet my exectations as a used vehicle purchase
Initially I was proud that my 2003 Acura TL was made in Ohio and purchasing it used fit my budget in 2007. This car can eat four years of family vacations. Expenses include: a rebuilt transmission replacement, convenient electrical features busting. At 80,000 my CD player failed & ate CDs, @ 90,000 CD player buttons on steering wheel failed, @ 100,000 the heated seat feature failed on the passenger side. The one on driver side only heats the back not the bum for which I am keeping my fingers crossed will not fail this week since I need to recover from a back sprain. Leather seats not too durable for no kids no pets family.
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Acura TL
This is a great car I have ever own.
Decent vehicle
The transmission went out at 50,000 miles but Acura replaced it under warranty. My stereo control on the steering wheel had a loose ground which I paid the dealer to fix. Other than normal maintenance and tires I have done nothing to the car. I think Acura cares about their service. I was told their dealers get fined by Acura if you rate them less than perfect. I would buy another Acura.
Not What I Expected
Convinced to trade new, 1.5 month old, gorgeous '03 Maxima SE on new '03 Acura TL. Each day since purchase, (6 months ago) I've regretted purchasing the '03 TL. Maxima was much faster, thrill to drive; loved engine, exterior, interior (everything). Honestly don't care for the Acura at all (engine, interior, exterior). Acura rides rough, and is sluggish relative to Maxima. Sometimes bump head (only 6'0" tall) when getting in (even with seat at lowest point). Loved the last Acura Legend, but '03 TL falls short. No complaints about reliability, but I plan to get a 2003 Maxima this year (don't like look of 2004 Maxima).