2003 Acura TL Research & Reviews

Overview & Reviews

Average Score

4.60/5 Average
456 Total Reviews
This Year's Model Updates:

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

Pros:
  • Excellent value, comfortable front seats, impressive power from the Type-S engine, long list of standard equipment.
Cons:
  • Average interior materials, lacks the panache of some competing luxury sedans.

User Reviews:

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  • 3.2TL - 2003 Acura TL
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    Really nice performing car...hard to get those slots in the alloys clean though.

  • I cannot believe what I am reading - 2003 Acura TL
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    Okay, Honda/Acura has to pay people to put this stuff on here. I HATE THIS CAR and everyone that owns one hates it too. I have found one guy that loves his TL (he had a saturn before). Other than that, its so saddening to see the overall moral of this car is at the dealer. Transmission problem that Acura will not take responsibility for, squeaks beyond imagination, sunroof leaks, bad brakes, Hissing in the AC which is so loud the music will not cover up. OH, its horrible. I dont know how anyone would like this car. I have been a loyal honda owner all my life. I have had nothing but honda. Never again, this is the worst car ever!

  • Fun, Fast, Comfortable, and Sharp - 2003 Acura TL
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    This was the last car I test drove and I had low expecations going in. However, the cars handling, acceleration, and comfortable cockpit sucked me in. As did the price. This is a well-built car that gets you excited about driving. I chose the TL Type-S over the BMW because of the roominess and the price. It handles the same and has even more power.

  • Best Overall Value - 2003 Acura TL
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    This car comes with everything: leather, HIDs, size airbags, 6 CD in- dash BOSE stereo...etc. The only factory installed option would be a Navigation system. Features like these would drive the cost of either the BMW or Infiniti over $35K. I paid $29K flat for the type S. Great acceleration and fun to drive. It makes you want to drive really fast. Im very happy with the purchase. And because its a Acura(Honda), I know that the reliability factor is high. Can the same be said about BMW or Infiniti ?

  • Great Value - 2003 Acura TL
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    Great acceleration, excellent ride quality, quiet ride, tons of room.

  • Great Car! Top in class! - 2003 Acura TL
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    I have onwed many luxury cars (BMW 5 and 7 series). This car is by far the most fun to drive and the looks are underated . Have been "stopped" many times with comliments about the cars "look". The engine is a jewel. 260 HP and buries the BMW 3 series. BMW overated, smallish and overpriced.

  • Great Car! Top in class! - 2003 Acura TL
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    I have onwed many luxury cars (BMW 5 and 7 series). This car is by far the most fun to drive and the looks are underated . Have been "stopped" many times with comliments about the cars "look". The engine is a jewel. 260 HP and buries the BMW 3 series. BMW overated, smallish and overpriced.

  • Great Car - 2003 Acura TL
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    Best car I have owned. I like the look better than the re-designed 2004 models.

  • Great Entry level luxury car - 2003 Acura TL
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    The process of purchasing this vehicle was a pleasure, we visited several Acura dealerships. We were treated with respect and taken seriously with questions and needs. The car is a fantastic vehicle for those looking for sports car like handling and styling, with the functionality of a family car. The quality is what you expect from Acura, well built, thought our interior, with a stylish and unique, yet understated exterior. The Type-S extra horse power is joy, especially with sequential shifting. Putting the windows down, opening the moon roof and finding a stretch of road all to your self is definitely something I do at least once a week.

  • Best car for the money - 2003 Acura TL
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    Since buying my slightly used 2003 TL Type S, this car continues to amaze me. Its fast, looks good and there is no car in that class that comes with all the standard features minus navigation.

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