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 Type S with Navigation, Spoiler - 2003 Acura TL
  By tonnybb - November 14 - 10:00 am

  I was torned between this car and the Lexus IS 300. The Type S won me over due to its excellent value, long list of features, resale value, and reputation for quality. Including tax, I paid $33,500. I have less than 1,000 miles on it and it is therefore still in the break in period. I have been a long-term BMW owner (5 and 7 series). The BMW handles better, but the total cost of ownership of these cars are way too expensive. This is an excellent handling car for a front drive vehicle with outstanding accelaration and fuel ecconomy for its size.

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  Not so good - 2003 Acura TL
  By jpr - November 2 - 2:00 am

  This is my first Acura and probably last one. Mileage is very low. I believe there is something wrong with the transmission.

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  TL Type-S - 2003 Acura TL
  By brad - November 2 - 2:00 am

  Could not be happier...

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  Surprisingly Economical - 2003 Acura TL
  By george255 - October 20 - 10:40 am

  I bought this car used with 61000 miles on it about 9 mos. ago. I have to say, what surprised me the most was the fuel economy. All around driving I have seen approx 24 MPG. On the highway on a long trip - I saw 33-34 mpg! For an intermediate size car - that is amazing. My son has an Acura RSX and that is about what he see on his compact 4 cyl car. So far, I have had no problems with the car. Comfortable and handles reasonably well. Acceleration isnt all that great. Interior is very comfortable - audio system is good. What bugs me - is on a luxury car - you would think it would have sensors to turn the headlights on at dusk! Even my old Malibu had that!

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  Best top of the line buy - 2003 Acura TL
  By nshorejay - October 16 - 10:00 am

  A great value, all that is needed in a car big trunk, seats 3 in rear with comfort. The trunk pass through is actually useful....skis - 2 x 4s

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  Best car for my money - 2003 Acura TL
  By jdgossage - October 16 - 10:00 am

  This vehicle not only looks good it is very comfortable, it drives and handles like a vehicle with a much higher price tag. Acura has built a high performance vehicle with all the features of a luxury automobile.

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  TL Type-S - 2003 Acura TL
  By Huntwind - October 8 - 2:00 am

  Excellent performance sedan car for the price range

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  A great car!!! - 2003 Acura TL
  By chet67 - October 4 - 2:00 am

  This is my second Acura, my first was an Integra and I loved it. So when it was time to buy a new car I went back to Acura dealer. This car is almost perfect. It has style, is quiet and fun to drive. My only negative is the back seat, it is hard to strap in a booster seat for an older child. The seatbelt locks are hard to locate when locking them in. Maybe it would be better if they were located on the outside rather then the center.

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  Acura has a winner!! - 2003 Acura TL
  By SpyGuy - September 27 - 10:00 am

  Best car on the market for under $30k. Superior quality and comfort. Bought for my wife back in April - picking up the Type-S version for myself next month. Extremely fun to drive. Plenty of power with 225 horsies. Has all the extras youd expect to find on a much more expensive sport-performance sedan. Acura has won me over!!

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  Second Acura and Loving It!! - 2003 Acura TL
  By SnappiGirl74 - September 25 - 2:25 pm

  Let me start by telling you this is my second Acura. I bought my TL type-S in 2006 because I needed to have four doors (my CL only had 2). I bought this car with 30,000 miles on it and it now has 120,000. I have NEVER had a single issue with this car...not even with the transmission. The car is powerful and confident when driving, comfortable on long drives. The cars navigation is great, the touchscreen is very user friendly. I upgraded the nav disk once in 2009. The TL is packed with everything that you would need in a car without the outrageous price tag. I am currently getting 27 mpg with both city and highway driving.