Used 2008 Acura TL Sedan Consumer Reviews
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Heating and a/c system
b927, 01/06/2011
2008 Acura TL 4dr Sedan w/Navigation (3.2L 6cyl 5A)
16 of 17 people found this review helpful
My heating and a/c system continues to fail. After running for 30 minutes the actual cabin temperature goes to about 65 in the winter and 84 in the summer. It doesn't matter where I set the temperature or what mode I shift into, the temperature stays the same. I've taken it to the dealer 5 times and left it there for days, with no fix. Finally I went to Acura Corp client relations for help. A totalwaste of time. I'm still under warranty> The biggest surprise to me has been the lack of concern or sense of urgency from Acura. I bought this car based on Acura's reputation. My experience makes me think they are resting on their laurels
Purchased as CPO with 66,000 miles
bonaircarguy, 07/08/2012
2008 Acura TL 4dr Sedan w/Navigation (3.2L 6cyl 5A)
9 of 9 people found this review helpful
I have put over 11,000 miles on my TL so far, and have had zero issues with it; unlike Volvo's which I had owned before it. It is white diamond with camel interior. My only problem with this type of leather is if you do not condition and clean it often it will discolor and crack (I do clean and condition it weekly). Other than that, the interior is in excellent condition. I do a lot of highway driving and will normally get around 30-31 MPG if the speed control is used and stays around 65-70. Average per tank is 23 - 25, and I have a lead foot. I highly recommend this car if you are in the market for a sporty fast sedan! I picked it over Mercedes, Infiniti and Audi.
I wish they’d bring it back
Jason Mongeon, 11/07/2018
2008 Acura TL 4dr Sedan (3.2L 6cyl 5A)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
I bought a used 2008 version. I loved it and really wish they’d bring it all back. For a “sport” sedan. Not only was it really fun to drive. Unlike some stripped down versions where all you get is the fun to drive aspect for the price. This includes all the bells and whistles. Which, is a lot frankly. The controls like most Acura’s are easy to get to and figure out. They really make it easy to simply know how to use everything.. which is great! So why did I sell it if I loved it so much? Trust me, I have bought three cars since and still miss this one.
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Very Displeased with Acura
dissapacuraownr, 08/11/2009
2008 Acura TL 4dr Sedan w/Navigation (3.2L 6cyl 5A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
I Purchased my new 2008 Acura Tl in July of 08. Loved the design and features. First issue with car - tire vibration at 50-60 mph. Performance Acura could not fix. Said it is normal for the car to shimmy. 3000k developed a timing belt chirp/chatter at idle. Acura service bulletin for timing belt issue -kept car for 2 weeks -did not fix noise. Now a 18000k still have timing belt noise now with loud whine during acceleration above 3k rpm. After 1 year of ownership dashboard has faded light grey/whitish from black. Hesitates in hot weather. Full of rattles. Have met Acura regional rep - no resolve. They do their best to ignore me. Warranty is useless.
Happy Acura TL owner
riphraph, 01/17/2011
2008 Acura TL 4dr Sedan w/Navigation (3.2L 6cyl 5A)
6 of 7 people found this review helpful
No manufacturer has yet to build the perfect car (or everyone would drive that one car) but the Acura TL line comes close in the important categories. Best in safety, styling and reliability. Am impressed with the luxury. Seems like most of the displeasure on the sites deal with issues with uncooperative dealerships. Hint. You can go to the Honda dealers for service if needed. Have been getting 23 - 24 mph. Solidly built. Smart engineering, sensible appointments, solid door gaps. It's a Honda after all. Low cost to own when compared to similar cars (Lexus IS350 and Infiniti G37 - try getting same upgrades for same $$) or BMW 323i (expensive to own)Front wheel drive takes some getting used to
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