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Car for age 25 and below
Navaid, 05/07/2005
2005 Acura TL 3.2 4dr Sedan w/Navigation System (3.2L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I just bought a TL 2005 with nav on April 19, just to trade it in within 15 days. Probably because I am not 25 years old but 36. The TL's sporty ride was probably not my kind. I like the ride of the lexus ES and the new Toyota Avalon. No doubt that the TL interior is absolutely gorgeous. I had a black with camel interior. I was so worried to keep it clean that I would tell my 2 daughters to sit tight in the car, which I felt was inappropriate. What fun is a car if you have to put taboos on your kids. The seats are hard and uncomfortable. The gas mileage seemed horrible. I bought a Honda Pilot LX with leather for my wife on April 02. I am very happy to trade in the TL for another Honda Pilot.
Best Acura I've owned
GK20TH, 10/10/2010
2005 Acura TL 3.2 4dr Sedan (3.2L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I purchased this car in July of 08 with 33000 miles on it. I love this car and all its features. I have owned several Acura's and Honda's in the past and this TL is by far the best. The only issue I have had is the drivers side window seems to rattle but I understand this is a common problem. I recently replaced the tires with some that were highly recommended on a tire website and I think it has made a major difference with the drive ability of this car. Acura's seem to hold up so well, they have qreat fit and finish.
Awesome Driving Experience!
JBM, 04/18/2009
2005 Acura TL 3.2 4dr Sedan (3.2L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I recently purchased a 2005 TL w/nav, Black on Black (59k miles). I can't imagine a better driving experience. Great power/handling/fun/wow factor/super highway ride/pretty good gas mileage. Awesome body style that gets max attention--and that's before they get inside! Amazing features and luxury feel to sporty car with great driving characteristics. A little first gear handling issue under full acceleration, but nothing one can't manage easily.
Best car I’ve owned!!
Leonardo, 12/06/2020
2005 Acura TL 3.2 4dr Sedan (3.2L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
185,000 miles still running strong! I’m the third owner of this car! this car brings a sense of security while driving. Hugs curves like a champ. Love the suspension! Not too bad in repairs. Just the normal wear and tear. Transmission can be a little on the downside but if you keep up with the recommended transmission fluid service these cars can run up to 300k miles
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That car that you buy and never look back
Nate, 12/12/2017
2005 Acura TL 3.2 4dr Sedan w/Navigation System (3.2L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Pros: Top notch reliability, very fast (sneaky fast, surprisingly fast), amazing handling, fun to drive, beautiful interior, aged very well. Cons: Poor turning radius, requires premium and even buying midgrade shows a big performance reduction. This car is worth way more to me than it is on the market. If you can find a babied/well maintained version, BUY. You won't regret it. My TL has 197,000 miles on it and runs like a new car. It really has the best of all worlds (except the turning radius, why Acura?)
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