Overview & Reviews

User Reviews:

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  acura CL Type-S - 2001 Acura CL
  By R.H. - June 25 - 10:00 am

  This is the best value in the entry- luxo market. Exceptional power delivery. Really takes off after 4200 rpms. Nice exhaust note,smooth supple ride,torque steer is controlled with decent road feel through the steering wheel. The car has a solid build quality and interior ergonomics arewell thought out.

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  Mild mannered, got it where it counts - 2001 Acura CL
  By Meike - June 22 - 6:55 pm

  This car has been great. It always does what it should, and when I need it. Fun to drive, comfortable for long weekend driving. Style is clean and impressive, whenever someone gets in it they ask what is it?

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  Contemporary Luxury with a hint of Sport - 2001 Acura CL
  By CalicoFeline - June 16 - 10:32 pm

  Best car I have ever owned. CL Type S, Black on Black with additional black wood accent trim around inst. panel, A/C vents, console, etc, WOW, upgraded interior, backup and fog lights to PIAA- improvement! When you ask it to go, it comes back and says “how fast”, very smooth & responsive, handles like a dream. 29,000 miles replaced tires to Bridgestone Turanza LSV – good choice. When you sit in the seat it wraps around you as to say “I’ll protect you”. Sad, to say I have experienced a few hard shifts from 2nd to 3rd, hope this is not a sign of the known tranny issues, other than that, no mechanical problems.

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  S is for Speed - 2001 Acura CL
  By DB - June 10 - 1:18 pm

  This car is amazing. It is my 3rd Acura and fourth Honda. I had a Legend Coupe and often regretted selling it, So when the 2nd Generation CL came out I had to have it. This car does everything, and will eat most cars lunch, including the beloved 3 Series BMW (Except for the M3 of course). Smooth ride and comfort, and Honda reliability. Just cant say enough good things about this automobile. It is a wolf in sheeps clothing. You can shock a mustang or camaro owner in this car. Some complain about the ride on the Type S, but if that is the concern you have, buy a Buick or a sedan. You are not the target market for this car.

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  Smooth, responsive, fun and reliable! - 2001 Acura CL
  By Greg Z. W . - April 13 - 10:00 pm

  Wonderful car: drives like an M3, but is more quiet, feels luxurious and is absolutely reliable. The best GPS navigation system Ive seen. Ive put almost 70 000 miles on it and have not had a single problem. Just pour gas, change oil and have fun! The transmission have always behaved flawlessly and they did the scheduled fix at 40,000 miles. The only quibble I would have about this great car is the poor paintwork. Acura should really work on this.

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  Smooth Ride - 2001 Acura CL
  By Drew - March 23 - 7:12 pm

  Acura has me sold. My silver on black CL has been everything I expected. And expectations can be a dangerous thing…I purchased it used with 43K miles on it. Got a great deal too. One word: Smooth. I love the sound of the engine when you punch it. I drove the type S as well, but didnt like the harshness of the ride. I much preferred the stock 3.2 CLs ride and if youre stressen over the power drop of from the S, dont, the car scoots. 0-60 in 7.0 seconds is quick to most normal human beings. And once you sit in the seats, your body just melts into the leather and youre lulled to sleep by how smooth and quite the car is. My commute home will never be the same.

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  Good value but... - 2001 Acura CL
  By BHarvey - March 8 - 11:13 pm

  ...its a Honda. Great engine and fortunately, Ive escaped the transmission woes (for now). Handling is OK, but steering feedback is typical Honda "dead". Little communication with the road. Turning radius is much too wide for a car of this type. OEM Michelins were terrible. Replaced with Michelin Pilot Sport A/S. Expensive, but a fantastic improvement. Great car for those who want a sporty car w/above avg power, but dont want to sacrifice comfort. Handling and feedback not even close to a Bimmer 330, but then again, it was $6 grand cheaper.

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  Very Happy - 2001 Acura CL
  By greg - January 6 - 7:33 pm

  This is my first Acura and Im loving it. I bought it certified and the dealership has been great.

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  Quality at a reasonable price - 2001 Acura CL
  By v maggio - January 6 - 5:11 pm

  Fun and comfortable to drive. Gets over 30 mpg on long trips. While the rear seat is comfortable it is not easy to get in and out.

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  1 year later...still pleased - 2001 Acura CL
  By Ryan - December 29 - 1:15 pm

  Bought used with about 42K miles on it. Couldnt be happier with the vehicle for the price I paid. Runs great, good speed, love the heated seats, navigation system rules. Being the first experience with a foreign car, I am very pleased. We hope to upgrade to a MDX in a few years. For the money and options included, this is a steal compared to a Lexus.