| POWERTRAIN | TL | TL SH-AWD® |
| Engine Type | 3.5-liter, SOHC V-6 | 3.7-liter, SOHC V-6 |
| Horsepower | 280 hp @ 6,200 rpm | 305 hp @ 6,300 rpm |
| Torque | 254 lb-ft @ 5,000 rpm | 273 lb-ft @ 5,000 rpm |
| Redline | 6,800 rpm | 6,700 rpm |
| Bore & Stroke | 3.50 in x 3.66 in (89 mm x 93 mm) | 3.54 in x 3.78 in (90 mm x 96 mm) |
| Displacement | 212 cu in (3,471 cc) | 223 cu in (3,664 cc) |
| Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Induction System |
Dual-stage magnesium-alloy intake manifold with Drive-By-Wire™ throttle system, Programmed multi-point Fuel Injection (PGM-FI) |
Dual-stage magnesium-alloy intake manifold with Drive-By-Wire™ throttle system, Programmed multi-point Fuel Injection (PGM-FI) |
| Valvetrain | Variable Valve Timing and Lift Electronic Control (VTEC®), 4- valves-per-cylinder, belt-driven, single overhead camshaft | Variable Valve Timing and Lift Electronic Control (VTEC®) 4-valves-per-cylinder, belt-driven, single overhead camshaft |
| Engine Block | Aluminum alloy block with cast-iron cylinder liners | Aluminum alloy block with high-silicon aluminum cylinder liners |
| Cylinder Head | Aluminum alloy with pent-roof combustion chambers and 4 valves per cylinder | Aluminum alloy block with high-silicon aluminum cylinder liners |
| Emission Control | EPA TIER 2 – BIN 5; CARB LEV II ULEV |
EPA TIER 2 – BIN 5; |
| Ignition System | Electronic Direct | Electronic Direct |
| Alternator | 12 volt – 130 amp | 12 volt – 130 amp |
| Battery | 12 volt – 65Ah/20hr | 12 volt – 65Ah/20hr |
| Required Fuel | Premium Unleaded | Premium Unleaded |
| Chassis Layout | Transverse-mounted front engine, front-wheel-drive (FWD) | Transverse-mounted front engine, all-wheel-drive (AWD) |
| TRANSMISSION | TL | TL SH-AWD® | TL SH-AWD® 6MT | |||
| Transmission | 6-speed automatic transmission with Sequential SportShift, paddle shifters and Grade Logic Control | 6-speed automatic transmission with Sequential SportShift, paddle shifters and Grade Logic Control | 6-speed manual transmission with sport shifter and Hill Start Assist | |||
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Gear Ratios (:1) |
First |
3.591 |
First Second Third Fourth Fifth Sixth Reverse |
3.591 2.095 1.485 1.065 0.754 0.556 2.269 |
First Second Third Fourth Fifth Sixth Reverse |
3.625 2.115 1.529 1.125 0.847 0.686 3.656 |
| CHASSIS | TL | TL SH-AWD® | |
| Body Type | All-steel unit body | ||
| Front Suspension | Independent double-wishbone | ||
| Rear Suspension | Independent multi-link | ||
| Suspension Dampers | Twin-tube, gas charged | ||
| Stabilizer Bars | Front: Rear: | 1.18 in (30 mm) diameter, solid 0.75 in (19 mm) diameter, solid |
1.06 in diameter (31 mm), solid |
| Steering Type | Electric Power Steering (EPS), variable-assist rack-and-pinion | ||
| Steering Ratio | 13.96:1 | ||
| Steering Wheel Turns | 2.65 (lock-to-lock) | ||
| Turning Circle (curb-to-curb) | 38.4 ft (11.7 m) | ||
| Wheels | 17x8 in cast-aluminum 18x8 in cast-aluminum (Available) |
18x8 in cast-aluminum 19x8 in cast-aluminum (Available) |
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Tires |
Bridgestone Turanza EL400 (TL) Michelin Pilot HX MXM4 P245/45R18 98V M+S |
Michelin Pilot HX MXM4 P245/45R18 98V M+S (TL; TL w/ Technology Package) Goodyear Eagle RS-A P245/40R19 94V M+S (TL w/ Advance Package) |
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| BRAKES and SAFETY | TL | TL SH-AWD® |
| Braking System |
Dual-diagonal, power-assisted, 4-wheel disc brakes with Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD) and Brake Assist |
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| Front Brake Rotors |
12.6 in (320 mm) diameter ventilated rotor; 1.1 in (28 mm) rotor thickness |
12.6 in (320 mm) diameter ventilated rotor, 1.1 in (28 mm) rotor thickness; functional front mounted brake cooling ducts |
| Rear Brake Rotors |
13.1 in (334 mm) diameter solid disc; 0.43 in (11 mm) rotor thickness |
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| Brake Calipers | Dual-piston brake calipers (front); single-piston brake calipers (rear) | |
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) | 4-channel system with individual wheel speed sensors and electric/hydraulic control | |
| Vehicle Stability Assist™ (VSA®) system | Throttle control and brake control utilizing yaw, lateral g, speed and steering sensors for traction control and stability enhancement | |
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Traction Control System (TCS) |
Incorporated into Vehicle Stability Assist™ (VSA®) |
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| CAPACITIES | |
| Crankcase | 5.3 US qt (5.0 L) |
| Cooling System | 8.8 US qt (8.3 L) |
| Fuel Tank | 18.5 gal (70 L) |
| EPA Passenger Volume | 98.2 cu ft |
| EPA Cargo Volume |
13.1 cu ft (TL) |
| FUEL ECONOMY | TL | TL SH-AWD® |
| Fuel Mileage* (city/highway/combined) | 20/29/23 mpg |
18/26/21 mpg (6AT) |
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*Based on 2014 EPA mileage estimates. Use for comparison purposes only. Do not compare to models before 2008. Your actual mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle. |
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| EXTERIOR DIMENSIONS | |
| Wheelbase | 109.3 in (2,775 mm) |
| Overall Length | 194.0 in (4,928 mm) |
| Overall Width | 74.0 in (1,880 mm) |
| Overall Height | 57.2 in (1,452 mm) |
| Track, front | 63.2 in (1,605 mm) |
| Track, rear | 63.8 in (1,620 mm) |
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Minimum Ground Clearance |
TL: 6.1 in (155 mm) Unladen; 4.5 in (115 mm) Full-Load |
| INTERIOR DIMENSIONS | Front | Rear |
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Head Room |
38.4 in (976 mm) |
36.7 in (932 mm) |
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Leg Room |
42.5 in (1,080 mm) |
36.2 in (920 mm) |
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Hip Room |
55.7 in (1,415 mm) |
54.8 in (1,392 mm) |
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Shoulder Room |
58.2 in (1,477 mm) |
56.2 in (1,428 mm) |
| WEIGHT | TL | TL SH-AWD® | TL SH-AWD® 6MT | |
| Curb Weight | TL |
3,726 lb (1,690 kg) |
3,968 lb (1,800 kg) |
3,889 lb (1,764 kg) |
| TL w/ Technology Package |
3,741 lb (1,697 kg) |
3,982 lb (1,806 kg) |
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| TL w/ Advance Package | 3,770 lb (1,710 kg) | 4,001 lb (1,815 kg) | ||
| Weight Distribution | TL |
61/39 (% front/rear) |
59/41 (% front/rear) |
58/42 (% front/rear) |
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TL w/ Technology Package |
61/39 (% front/rear) |
59/41 (% front/rear) |
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TL w/ Advance Package |
61/39 (% front/rear) | 59/41 (% front/rear) | ||
| WARRANTIES | |
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Vehicle |
4-year / 50,000 mile limited warranty |
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Powertrain |
6-year / 70,000 mile limited warranty |
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Outer Body Rust-Through |
5-year / Unlimited mile limited warranty |
| Acura Total Luxury Care® | 4-year / 50,000 mile limited warranty |
