Overview & Reviews

For 2003, all TL models equipped with the navigation system receive OnStar as standard equipment.

• Excellent value, comfortable front seats, impressive power from the Type-S engine, long list of standard equipment.

• Average interior materials, lacks the panache of some competing luxury sedans.

User Reviews:

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  2003 TL is a Great Car! - 2003 Acura TL
  By edmundlee2 - October 21 - 2:00 am

  Excellent drivers car with fun sport-shift pseudo-manual transmission, nicely placed guages and controls. Interior space is good for family use (2 adults, 2 teens) and a sensible trunk. Engine has lots of pull even at low rpm and corners incredibly well. Good feedback from the steering wheel on road surface (how do they do this?). Better than the Volvo S80 (which costs much more) which was also being considered.

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  TL is Junk - 2003 Acura TL
  By Acura TL is Junk - October 19 - 1:34 pm

  I have never felt so badly about a product as to write a review, but this car is so awful that I cant let it go. I drive the car very conservatively and cautiously. The transmission has failed three times. Exterior paint scratches and chips easily. Exterior sheetmetal is thin and dents easily. Brake rotors warp and require maintenance frequently. Seat heaters no longer work. CD changer has stopped working. Interior has numerous rattles, squeaks, buzzing noises. Air conditioner has needed refrigerant refill two times. Moonroof leaked and flooded interior, car interior now has disgusting mold odor. I am sorry I purchased this vehicle.

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  tl-s with navi is a great car - 2003 Acura TL
  By ed2321 - October 15 - 10:00 am

  GREAT CAR!!!

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  Excellent Car - few nits - 2003 Acura TL
  By Old Joe - October 15 - 10:00 am

  This car has every option I can think of, good power and handling, and the price was very good. Resale is very good (from what I understand) as demand is high for Honda products - so I wont have to break my neck to sell it one day. Yes - I have a few nits with it but for the price, I dont think you can beat it. The Accord is close - especially the new one but the price is very close too if you opt for a loaded Accord EX vs the base TL (which is already loaded). I also find our area Acura dealer a lot better to work with than the Honda dealers in our area (better respect for customers, better treatment overall).

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  Good, but still a case of Caveat Emptor - 2003 Acura TL
  By saitoman - September 20 - 2:19 pm

  Acceleration, handling and braking are good. Interior fit/finish still the Honda/Acura levels. Reliability an issue. I knew about the recall on the trans, mine was repaired, but then had to replace trans at 52,000 miles. Battery replaced, factory replacement died after 7,000 miles. Headroom could be better as could fuel economy. Seat adjustability needs better range. Bought Type-S instead of Premium because seats fit me better as a taller person (regular seats too cushy and cut head room for me). Exterior striping is a decal instead of black metal which is now bubbling. If buying a 1999-2003 TL research wisely and make sure the car is solid before purchasing.

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  Good for the price range! - 2003 Acura TL
  By Sal - September 18 - 6:00 pm

  I bought this off a lease return with 45K miles on it a year ago. Now I have 57K miles. Overall Im happy with the car. I have the Aegean Blue, with navi. Looks pretty gangsta, plus nobody where I live has an Acura, so I stand out. But I do notice that the tranny is shifting a bit harder now and is starting to have a bit of trouble picking appropriate gear between 40-50 mph. But then again, I think Im due for a transmission fluid service at 60K, so it may resolve itself after that service.

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  Mothers new car - 2003 Acura TL
  By Mothers - September 7 - 2:00 am

  We took this car on an extented trip and had a very enjoyable drive. The car is fast and the fuel mileage was great. We could have gotten speeding tickets several times, and we are senior citizens.

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  Get one or be sorry. - 2003 Acura TL
  By lone ranger - August 28 - 10:00 am

  I have a 2003 and a 2000 TL. great car .Had one problem a stress tear of the seat cover. It was replaced witha smile. These arwe the only cars I ever had that guaranteed the wipers under the new car warranty.

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  Great value luxury sedan - 2003 Acura TL
  By mkawasaki - August 28 - 10:00 am

  This is one of the best values in the luxury sedan class. Classy ride, incredible reliability and low price. Couldnt find this class of vehicle at the same price -- most luxury cars were much more and other similar priced cars were not as refined.

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  Stay Close To Home - 2003 Acura TL
  By okiebill - August 20 - 9:58 pm

  We purchased the 03 TL to replace our Maxima and things were fine for exactly 50,000 miles. The transmission (auto) went out at warranty, but was replaced at no charge. The second transmission lasted 1500 miles and went out when we were in a remote rural area. Now on the third tranny and fingers are crossed. Hate to trade in a car that is already paid off, but we really dont trust it anymore. Looks great and very nice ride on the Michelins.