2007 Acura TL Type S
08-07-06, 03:38 PM
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Acura Brings Back the Type S for 2007
After a three-year hiatus, the TL Type-S is back with even more power.
BY JARED GALL
August 2006
For 2007, the Acura TL line will sprout a Type-S boasting a more powerful engine and a sport-tuned suspension. According to The Boston Globe, power output grows to 286, a gain of 28 hp, and torque rises 23 lb-ft. to 256. Previously, Acura offered a TL A-spec handling and appearance package, although it offered no bump in power. While the A-spec was a dealer-installed kit, the Type-S is a factory-produced regular model.
Of course, a sportier car has always entailed more than under-hood muscle to Acura, and this latest Type-S is no different. Suspension firms up all around and gets capped with Type-S specific wheels. Astute observers will notice the Type-S wears a mesh grille, a subtle spoiler, and quadruple exhaust outlets. Others will be clued in by the more obvious Type-S badging.
Inside, the Type-S invites shenanigans with sporty bucket seats boasting hearty bolstering, stainless steel pedals, and carbon fiber trim. A five-speed automatic will be standard on the Type-S. Thankfully, a six-speed manual also will be available. Pricing on the new Type-S should begin around $39,000.
08-07-06, 03:43 PM
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Originally Posted by GS69
Acura Brings Back the Type S for 2007
After a three-year hiatus, the TL Type-S is back with even more power.
BY JARED GALL
August 2006
For 2007, the Acura TL line will sprout a Type-S boasting a more powerful engine and a sport-tuned suspension. According to The Boston Globe, power output grows to 286, a gain of 28 hp, and torque rises 23 lb-ft. to 256. Previously, Acura offered a TL A-spec handling and appearance package, although it offered no bump in power. While the A-spec was a dealer-installed kit, the Type-S is a factory-produced regular model.
Of course, a sportier car has always entailed more than under-hood muscle to Acura, and this latest Type-S is no different. Suspension firms up all around and gets capped with Type-S specific wheels. Astute observers will notice the Type-S wears a mesh grille, a subtle spoiler, and quadruple exhaust outlets. Others will be clued in by the more obvious Type-S badging.
Inside, the Type-S invites shenanigans with sporty bucket seats boasting hearty bolstering, stainless steel pedals, and carbon fiber trim. A five-speed automatic will be standard on the Type-S. Thankfully, a six-speed manual also will be available. Pricing on the new Type-S should begin around $39,000.
08-07-06, 05:29 PM
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Originally Posted by Lenscap
I'm fairly certain the current TL does not have fog lights.
08-07-06, 05:30 PM
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Originally Posted by TidaLXWaVe
hopefully with the new generation TL's, they can improve on the transmission and have smoother shifts.
Of course, sh-awd + increase hp + better transmission = one of the top sedans under 40k
from the pics, the rims definately make the tl more aggressive compared to the stock rims existing tl's get right now.
This is one vehicle in the Acura line they must ensure success with every new generation.
Of course, sh-awd + increase hp + better transmission = one of the top sedans under 40k
from the pics, the rims definately make the tl more aggressive compared to the stock rims existing tl's get right now.
This is one vehicle in the Acura line they must ensure success with every new generation.
08-07-06, 10:29 PM
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Originally Posted by Lenscap
I stand corrected, thanks. Honestly, I have never seen a TL with its fog lights on.
Originally Posted by 1SICKLEX
$39k? Sorry, no way. I'd just haggle and get a RL for 42k. 39k? That is easy IS 350 or 335 money.
08-07-06, 10:39 PM
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Originally Posted by rominl
personally i really really like the steering wheel design. sooooo much better than the previous one
08-08-06, 12:09 AM
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Originally Posted by Iceman
The thing that struck me about the steering wheel was just how much STUFF is on it. It looks like they're trying to put too many buttons and controls right on the wheel, where simplicity and ergonomics have previously been hallmarks of Honda/Acura design. It's still probably better than iDrive, but it's interesting that Lexus is going to things like hidden compartments to hide the clutter, and Acura is putting tons of buttons literally right at the driver's fingertips.
08-08-06, 09:54 AM
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I know the MSRP may say ~39k but something tells me that it will be had @ much less - especially considering what they are selling RLs for.
Unless this is their sneaky backhanded way of getting people to buy RLs ... hmmmmmm
Unless this is their sneaky backhanded way of getting people to buy RLs ... hmmmmmm
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http://autoweek.com/apps/pbcs.dll/ar.../60808002/1024 still a FWD 
the steering wheel does look similar on the 2007 G35 Sedan and the new 2007 TL... and what's up with the same HP for the G35 and the IS350 at 306?? i also see that the guages on the G35 is very similar in color to the IS350..
the steering wheel does look similar on the 2007 G35 Sedan and the new 2007 TL... and what's up with the same HP for the G35 and the IS350 at 306?? i also see that the guages on the G35 is very similar in color to the IS350..