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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  My Acura is my love - 2003 Acura TL
  By 8motor8pheen8 - June 30 - 1:55 pm

  I love this car but with every car their is downsides but this vehicle i have found the least down side with execpt for the center console position and the windows. I think that the windows could have a factory shade of tint put in a little darker and the felt on the roof is very delicate unlike the new ones which it feels very durable.

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  2003 TLS Great Auto - 2003 Acura TL
  By Yankee Joe - April 7 - 2:00 am

  I have a 2003 TLS with Nav and OnStar it is a great car to own and have fun with. Rides like a dream and has enoung power (260 HP) to get you where you want to go QUICKLY. The Nav. system is really fun to use and a great help to have when you lost. For the price I think it is one of the best cars around. Joseph

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  ELECTRICAL - 2003 Acura TL
  By THOMAS (NY) - February 24 - 2:00 am

  Ive had this car since July and have had no transmission problems. However, stereo control on steering wheel has gone haywire. Speed is excellent. Dont get a flat, will set you back about $200.

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  I like it, but.... - 2003 Acura TL
  By Christian W - February 7 - 10:00 am

  Acceleration, handling, great sound system, and comfortable seats are all very compelling reasons to own one. I compared against several cars with the closest competition for me being the Infiniti G35 and/or I30. I owned an Accord for 10 years prior, so I decided on the TL. My most concerning problems are the transmission and exterior paint. The trans has moments where it can’t decide which gear to be in. As a result, it feels like it goes neutral. The paint on the front hood pealed - been repainted twice. Other problems include brakes, moonroof, driver seat, and exterior. Trim around windows is actually decal strips. Mine started bubbling.

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  Great Vehicle - 2003 Acura TL
  By bailey t - December 12 - 6:49 pm

  Almost 50K miles without much service hassle. Minor blower motor noise at ~ 10K. Nothing since. 32 MPG at freeway speeds, 27 MPG overall. Beats the Toyota 2005 Highlander, my other vehicle, on all counts.

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  one time Acura owner - 2003 Acura TL
  By Not A Fan - October 23 - 5:01 pm

  The engine power is good, even if it is too high in the rev band. The transmission takes awhile to downwhift far enough to reach the power band when you step on it. You need to manually downshift first if you know you are going to need it. Fit and finish is nowhere near what I expected, considering what is written about these vehicles. The dash is warped, the rear passenger door is coming apart. This was purchased with low miles, and there is no reason for this. Ergonomically, it lacks. The moonroof controls may as well be in the trunk. If you turn the head lights on before it is pitch black outside, the numbers on the tach and speedometer literally disappear.

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  Newest Car I Ever Owned - 2003 Acura TL
  By Ronnie - September 27 - 1:26 am

  Bought the car for $17,500 with 78,000 miles on it. Most of those miles are highway miles to NY and Pennsylvania from Newport News, VA. Car is great, has never let us down. Acura performs all the maintenance on this vehicle. Dealer performed the 3rd gear oil mod recall. No problems with the transmission ever. Car is stock as it came off the lot TL-S w/nav, silver.

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  2003 Type S TL - 2003 Acura TL
  By Azeem - September 21 - 4:25 pm

  I bought this car for an excellent price with about 60K miles on it from a local BMW dealership. I did the research before I bought the car and knew that I very well could be facing transmission problems but bought it anyway after I learned that I am covered by warranty till atleast 100k. The car is extremely sharp looking and beastly under the hood. When using steptronic the engine releases some mean horses. The stereo people have complained about but I must say, I think it takes some time to break the speakers in to sound great. Love the Xenons and the automatic tilting side view during reverse. The trans definitely seems to be showing some issues but not worried, the warrantee will cover

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  Read this if considering buying one - 2003 Acura TL
  By Long Islander - July 28 - 4:46 pm

  Nice large-size car. I am over 6 and am comfortable in rear seat on trips, so is mother-in-law. Very reliable, powerful engine and handles great in all weather, thanks to traction control. Have 30,000 miles, and had front discs replaced due to warping. Had to argue with dealer to get them replaced for no charge. Uneven heating for front passenger - several people complain of burning left foot. Center vents have no shut off feature, unlike the side vents. This has been a constant annoyance for anyone not wishing to get hit directly with cold air. Dual climate control would solve this problem. Very large trunk. Have been on many trips with very large stroller and luggage. Mediocre MPG.

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  TL - 2003 Acura TL
  By Jellyfish - June 22 - 6:43 pm

  Handling is crisp and precise with ample comfort to boot. Rear seats are a bit cramped for average size adults. No fold down seats, no rear heated seats, no heated steering wheel. Tilt needs to be improved as well. Fuel economy is outstanding with better than 30MPG.