Some details leaked on 09 Acura TL
04-13-08, 02:46 PM
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Some details leaked on 09 Acura TL
As of late, dealer shows are proving to be a valuable source of insider information. And now, just a few weeks after Honda/Acura's dealer meeting in New Orleans, information has been leaked about the upcoming 2009 Acura TL.
According to a source who attended the meeting, the 2009 Acura TL lineup will consist of two models: a base front-wheel drive car and an up-level all-wheel drive model. The front-driver will be powered by a 280 horsepower 3.5L V6 whereas the AWD model will receive its motivation from a 3.7L V6 producing 300 horsepower.
Despite boasting 300 horsepower and all-wheel drive, the range-topping model will not sport the Type-S nameplate. In fact, the source says that Acura will not offer a Type-S model, at least not in 2009 guise. It remains unclear if the performance model will eventually join the lineup.
Acura has promised us a new TL by the end of the year so a Los Angeles Auto Show reveal seems likely.
According to a source who attended the meeting, the 2009 Acura TL lineup will consist of two models: a base front-wheel drive car and an up-level all-wheel drive model. The front-driver will be powered by a 280 horsepower 3.5L V6 whereas the AWD model will receive its motivation from a 3.7L V6 producing 300 horsepower.
Despite boasting 300 horsepower and all-wheel drive, the range-topping model will not sport the Type-S nameplate. In fact, the source says that Acura will not offer a Type-S model, at least not in 2009 guise. It remains unclear if the performance model will eventually join the lineup.
Acura has promised us a new TL by the end of the year so a Los Angeles Auto Show reveal seems likely.
04-13-08, 02:48 PM
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Stuff that anyone of us could have guessed (and did). Lets just hope they dont mess it up like they did with the RL and TSX.
They are one screw up away from me just washing my hands with them.
They are one screw up away from me just washing my hands with them.
04-13-08, 03:13 PM
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The J series engine is what? 11 years old now? I agree, I wish they developed a new engine series for the V6 models. If they keep with a J35 and J37 in the next TL, it will go on for about 15+ years. Too old IMHO especially in todays market. That said, I do like the idea of a 300HP SH-AWD TL. Too bad they don't want to bring out a Type S. I like the idea of a 330 HP SH-AWD TL-S. Maybe for a mid model upgrade?
04-13-08, 03:46 PM
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The J series engine is what? 11 years old now? I agree, I wish they developed a new engine series for the V6 models. If they keep with a J35 and J37 in the next TL, it will go on for about 15+ years. Too old IMHO especially in todays market. That said, I do like the idea of a 300HP SH-AWD TL. Too bad they don't want to bring out a Type S. I like the idea of a 330 HP SH-AWD TL-S. Maybe for a mid model upgrade?
With that said, a 3.7L with only 300hp sounds very un-Honda like. I do think that the TL will now become a HUGE BOAT based on the current accord platform.
04-13-08, 04:16 PM
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If true, nothing surprising. Acura would have surprised by offering the TL standard with AWD. Also, 300HP and AWD will likely mean it will be slower than the current TL.
A lot will depend on the styling of the new TL. If Acura has messed up the styling for the new TL then it could alienate a lot of Acura fans and owners.
A lot will depend on the styling of the new TL. If Acura has messed up the styling for the new TL then it could alienate a lot of Acura fans and owners.
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04-13-08, 04:26 PM
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I think Acura could be in trouble if the AWD version only has 300hp. The Infiniti G will probably be bumped to 330hp with the new 3.7L and 7-speed tranny and an AWD variant will also be available...perhaps Acura wants to go BIGGER to not compete directly in the entry luxury anymore.
04-13-08, 04:58 PM
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I think Acura could be in trouble if the AWD version only has 300hp. The Infiniti G will probably be bumped to 330hp with the new 3.7L and 7-speed tranny and an AWD variant will also be available...perhaps Acura wants to go BIGGER to not compete directly in the entry luxury anymore.
04-13-08, 05:09 PM
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I believe the new 3.5/3.7 is 80% new. Not sure about the Acura 3.7 I think its slightly revised. Its not impressive having a larger engine than the competition and offering the same/less HP.
04-13-08, 05:42 PM
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Acura and Mazda have shared the same grill/front end/upside down pentagon shape for way too long now. Now both will share the chrome mustache.
Fine for a Mazda but it DOES NOT conjure feelings of anything remotely luxurious, thus Acura has failed.
Fine for a Mazda but it DOES NOT conjure feelings of anything remotely luxurious, thus Acura has failed.
