Overview & Reviews

The 2009 Acura TL has been completely redesigned. It's bigger than last year's model and boasts a more powerful V6, available all-wheel drive and new technology features.

• Tons of user-friendly high-tech features, spacious cabin, smart all-wheel-drive system, superb available surround-sound stereo.

• Interior lacks panache, lifeless steering in base model, polarizing styling.

User Reviews:

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  Overall, a good car - 2009 Acura TL
  By carreviewman - May 2 - 12:09 pm

  I bought a new 2009 Acura TL w/Tech Package. We were either going buy the TL or a Mercedes Benz E350. We chose the TL because the Technology was way more advanced. However, it is not the perfect car. But out of all the cars I have owned, this the best so far.

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  Good but not great - 2009 Acura TL
  By rickpoole - April 23 - 11:29 pm

  After test driving 3 different 2009 TLs w/Tech while my 2007 TL was in the shop I found it was improved in many areas but took a few steps backwards that would keep me from trading my 2007 TL for a new 2009 TL - not worth the price difference. Main issues was worse city mileage 09 ratings are supposed to be fairly accurate, 07 ratings were high by 10-20%. Both were rated at 18. Driving my 07 conservatively I can get 19-20, driving the 09 the same way only got 16-17.

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  Best Bang for your Buck! - 2009 Acura TL
  By CPR - April 6 - 2:45 pm

  Ive had a 98/CL, 01/CL, 05, & 09TL By far, the latest edition is superior Loved my 05, but the technology, ride & handling, blow it away. Best stock audio system available plays DVD Audio, CDs, Ipod interface, HDD (copies all 2 channel CDs), XM radio, AM/FM, etc. 445 Watts of pure bliss Ive heard nuances, on my DVD Audios, that didnt exist before. Cant find a better value, ANYWHERE!

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  Super Handling Yes...Super Hard Ride Yes - 2009 Acura TL
  By J.Dave - February 6 - 11:11 pm

  How do you love everything about a car, but when it comes to how hard it rides, it ruins all the other feeling, emotions and realities you have. Acura missed on using the wrong tires and suspension and shock settings. If I wanted a harder ride then a Ferrari, I would have gotten a different four door sedan. This is painful!

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  09 TL - 2009 Acura TL
  By Steve - February 4 - 10:53 pm

  Car tech package is the highlight of the car, I dont think there is a car made anywhere in the world that compares with it. The radio and navigation packages are simple to use and the resolution of the navigation screen is almost high definition. The overall quality of the car is also top notch, it is a very well made car. And the ride is that of a luxury car, it does not ride like a sports car. So its fun to drive on the expressway, when you are going 70 mph, but around town it doesnt handle like a sports car. A little boring in the city. I did not get the all wheel drive package, but the front wheel drive worked fine in Chicago winter.

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  Super Handling Yes, Ride Not So Super! - 2009 Acura TL
  By Big Acura Fan - February 3 - 8:57 pm

  There are so many things to love about this super special car. The handling, the power, the looks... all impressive! The leather seats, the audio system and navigation are all standouts and would be expected in card twice the price, so there is some value here. That is the good stuff, what needs work is the harsh ride and engine noise in the cabin. The tires and wheel combination look cool, but when you feel every bump and crease it get to be cumbersome, to say the least.

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  Nice Car - Good Value - 2009 Acura TL
  By Jimbo - August 17 - 4:10 am

  I just bought this car and really have enjoyed it. I got the tech package with my vehicle and it is taking me some time to get accustomed to all the features the car has to offer. I really like the hard drive and USB feature on the car. It does ride very smoothly and handles very well on the road. It is well worth the $$. I test drove the BMW 328 and 335 series and liked the Acura TL much better.

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  Fast and high-tech - 2009 Acura TL
  By Eli - February 4 - 2:06 pm

  Engine is smooth and powerful, but produces some torque steer on the FWD model. Without the AWD option its easily the best value compared to competitors. This car is a geeks best friend. The interior is full of innovative technologies such as a nav system that routes around bad weather and automatic climate control that tracks the suns position in the sky. The stereo is impressive, but the built-in hard drive is limited to playing ripped CDs, no directly loading mp3 files. The car is very easy to control with electronic steering and downshifting the transmission for engine braking is extremely smooth. But it would be nice if Honda moved to a 6-speed or better to match Toyota.

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  Bold New TL! - 2009 Acura TL
  By PetesTL - November 25 - 6:40 pm

  Overall, this car is a great value for all thats included in the price. I like the bold exterior styling that sets it apart from all the other boring "vanilla" cars out there. Performance, handling, ride, features and build quality is much improved over the previous generation. Interior is also greatly improved and roomier than before. The nav system and ELS surround system are both top-notch. Fuel economy is also decent: Im averaging about 20-21 in city driving.