Specifications by model year
Compare the stats that matter
Every section below is populated from the available EPA, NHTSA, and vehicle-specification data for this model.
Fuel economy
EPA-rated city, highway, and combined economy by year. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
Engine, transmission & drivetrain
Powertrain specifications can vary between model years. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
Space, dimensions & utility
Seating, cargo, and physical configuration by model year. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
| Year | Seats | Doors | Cargo (L) | Cargo (cu ft) | GVWR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | — | — | — | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) |
| 2013 | — | — | — | — | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) |
| 2012 | — | — | — | — | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) |
| 2011 | 5 | 4 | 371 | 13.1 | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) |
Safety ratings & driver assistance
NHTSA safety ratings and listed driver-assistance availability. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
Model year reports
2014
NewestThe 2014 Acura TL offers average reliability, with its primary ownership concern being the critical Takata airbag recalls.
2013
The 2013 Acura TL offers engaging driving dynamics but is hampered by a 'Below Average' reliability verdict, primarily due to significant **steering system** failures.
2012
The 2012 Acura TL is a capable luxury sedan with available all-wheel drive and a manual transmission, but its 'Below Average' reliability verdict, driven by significant **airbag system** and **powertrain** concerns, makes a thorough pre-purchase inspection non-negotiable.
2011
The 2011 Acura TL offers a capable V6 and all-wheel drive, but its average reliability, heavily influenced by significant airbag recalls and engine concerns, demands careful inspection.
Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.
What are the best years for the Acura TL?
Carfocal currently has 4 published TL reports, covering 2011 through 2014. Compare the year-specific reports directly to see how reliability, recalls, ownership costs, and value change over time. The newest published verdict says: The 2014 Acura TL offers average reliability, with its primary ownership concern being the critical Takata airbag recalls.
Published year coverage: 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014.
Is the Acura TL reliable?
There is no single reliability answer for every Acura TL. Carfocal's published year reports show why the model year matters, with verdicts that include the 2014 acura tl offers average reliability, with its primary ownership concern being the critical takata airbag recalls. and the 2014 acura tl can represent good value for a used luxury sedan, but its average reliability and documented issues temper its appeal. Compare the report for the year you are considering before you make a decision.
4 published year-specific reports are available for comparison.
What are common problems with the Acura TL?
Across Carfocal's published TL guides, recurring problem areas include Airbag System, Electric Power Steering (EPS) Module, and Torque Converter Lock-Up Clutch / Transmission Fluid. The exact risk depends on the model year, so open the report for the vehicle you are evaluating to see which issues, recalls, and repair concerns apply.
Common problem areas found in published repair predictions: Airbag System, Electric Power Steering (EPS) Module, and Torque Converter Lock-Up Clutch / Transmission Fluid.
Supporting data
- Published guides
- 4
- Years tracked
- 4
- Data sources
- NHTSA, EPA, owner complaints