2003 Acura CL Research & Reviews

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4.61/5 Average
160 Total Reviews

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  • Garys - 2003 Acura CL
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    This car is finished with all the little details looked after. Getting into and out of it is much easier than American 2 door coupes that I have owned. I am very impressed with the mileage (29 to 30 mpg on freeway @ 80 mph) from the powerful V-6. I cant believe that I waited so long to get into this quality car.

  • Kick Ass - 2003 Acura CL
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    This is the most fun Ive had driving in a long time!!! However, the new Accord is almost just as fun and will save you a few thousand.

  • Worth the wait! - 2003 Acura CL
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    Waiting for the 6-speed manual is definitely worth it! The shifting is easy to handle, and acceleration is terrific. Im usually going 80 MPH before I know it. The seats are very comfy, but its not a car meant for more than a driver and a passenger. Spacious trunk and easy to use in-dash 6-disc changer.

  • great speed for those who dont use it - 2003 Acura CL
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    Great car for all of you out there who want a car with a little extra power and ridiculous features, but I have beaten this car daily, and my last car, a 91 plymouth acclaim took it better. The stock MXHX4s are garbage and I was told by the service manager that "These are the worst tires Ive seen with 2000 miles on them ever.", after taking the car to the track 2 times did that, I already need a front and rear alignment and a new rim (hit a curb in the snow). If you like having a fast car and babying it, this is the one for you. I enjoy it, but for 4 hunge a month, I should get a little more strumphiness

  • Follow-Up Review (See 7/8/03) - 2003 Acura CL
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    I can only echo my previous review. What I will add is that my transmission failed at 45300 miles. The car has been maintained at the dealership, and only the tires have been replaced (at 45K). Still an outstanding car. The transmissions on the 2001-2002 CLs were extended to 7 years/100K miles, but not all 2003 CLs--including this one--have been extended.

  • Luxury and performance - 2003 Acura CL
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    Purchased new April 2004, with incentives was virtually same price as Accord V6 6-speed. Although I slightly prefer the Accord exterior, in my opinion the Acura interior has better fit and finish and much better layout. Very happy with my black on black CL-S 6-speed, look forward to every time I drive it. Also get great service from local Acura dealer even though I did not buy from them. Manual transmission has beautiful feel and when engine hits about 4000 rpm hold on. Winter driving here in Ontario has been no problem with the change over to quality snows.

  • More smiles per mile! - 2003 Acura CL
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    The BEST performance car I have ever owned(1st car: 63 Chevelle w/396ci v8 and 2nd 69 Chevy Camaro SS-350). The Acura CL Type-S 6-speed has smoother torque off the line and accelerates without hesitation PLUS gets decent gas mileage for a "performance" sedan... 25- 27mpg highway! Absolutely great fun driving thru heavy traffic! Havent had any mechanical problems with the vehicle (48000 miles current) except for a stuck home-labeled cd in the changer (which was covered under the warranty). Great car, great dealership! Power plus great finish (not luxury but great fit and finish=quality) in my book!

  • Hard To Kill!!! - 2003 Acura CL
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    When this came out in the 6-speed I bought it! I put 20k a year on her & they are hard miles.. I drive it like the performer it is!! NO PROBLEMS!! I have 45k on it now!!

  • sleeeepppperrrrrr - 2003 Acura CL
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    awesome ride! handels like its on rails. i love the european look. i also love the fact that i dont see any around. its nice to be original and not have an appliance for a car (accord/camry)LOVE IT!!

  • Think Again! - 2003 Acura CL
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    The Car is fun to drive, But there are too many problems. I bought this used at 23,000 miles and drove it for about half year, initially the parking brake did not work, then the wheel bearing went back, then the battery cable went loose and I was stuck at a fast food restaurant after lunch for two hours, then the brakes went back and the rear rotors were damaged and brake pads only had 5% (highly unusal). Then the expenses tires needs replacement and I am up for a wheel alignment, the cupholder keeps making noise and the rear window defroster does not work... thought I bought an Acura but this thing is not reliable at all.

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