Overview & Reviews

The TL has been redesigned for 1999, with everything just getting better. The 2.5-liter engine is gone, making way for an all-new 3.2-liter V6. The transmission has been refined, the interior design makes better use of space, and the exterior is updated.

• Near-luxury pricing with full-luxury equipment.

• Styling may be too conservative, and where are the side airbags?

User Reviews:

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  Transmission Replaced 3 times! - 1999 Acura TL
  By Kristina - October 28 - 2:53 pm

  This vehicle was my favorite, wanted to keep it forever! Until I had to replace the transmission 3 times, so I dumped it at a pawn shop! Didnt have the conscience to sell it outright to a buyer, because of the tranny issue. I spoke with an employee of Honda Research and Development, and he told me there was an inherent transmission problem that wouldnt go away. He said to buy a Honda product newer than 2002. Other than that, I owned the car for over 4 years. Sexy car, but born with a lifetime defect that ended up costing me money, because the new transmissions were only covered under warranty for 10k miles. Dont buy it! It will cost you money!!

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  Still Going - 1999 Acura TL
  By lsmac - June 15 - 9:51 am

  Bought the car new. Now has 220,000 miles! No trans or engine issues. Have replaced the power steering pump, otherwise no repairs, only scheduled maintenance. 25-28 mpg all the time.

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  Acura 3.2 TL Excellent Value - 1999 Acura TL
  By mark b - August 30 - 2:44 pm

  This model was the first year for the redesigned TL - in which Acura enhanced the look and features of the car, while making the price even more attractive. The net result has been a car that is highly reliable, attractive and an excellent value over time. Although this model is a little more plain vanilla than the latest generation TL it is still a pleasure to drive and own.

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  Seven years and counting - 1999 Acura TL
  By pmi - July 21 - 10:02 am

  I purchased this car new in 99 and it is easily the best car Ive ever had. Ive replaced the battery once and the tires once and other than oil changes and tire rotations, thats all Ive had to "fix" in seven years. Acceleration from slow or stop is outstanding merging in heavy traffic is much easier than what I have experienced in other vehicles. Its only a four-speed so it really isnt very fuel-efficient. I consistently get under 20 mpg with mostly city driving.

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  Not what I expected - 1999 Acura TL
  By Ric - October 24 - 11:52 am

  My first Acura and possibly my last. Performance with the four speed is reasonable but nothing great. Gas milage only so-so. Interior design is certainly above average. Nice car to sit in for the most part. Seats showing wear earlier than suspected. Tranny had to be replaced at about 50000mi. Left me stranded on a hwy. Now having trouble starting the car when it has been raining for afew days. Dealer cant seem to find the reason. Overall I am disappointed. Have had better experiences with a Maxima in the past. Not much better than my old Taurus SHO and that is not saying much!

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  The Ride is Terrible - 1999 Acura TL
  By JG - January 18 - 12:46 am

  Sold an 04 Accord Lx and purchased a 99 Acura TL with 69,000 miles. The Acura ride is not as smooth as the Accord ride. I am attempting to re-purchase the 04 Accord.

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  after 175,000 miles - 1999 Acura TL
  By John J - December 20 - 4:09 pm

  After 175,000 miles there have been some problems:- Auto dim review mirror died early on.- EGR system cost $300 to fix a valve that was later redesigned- Plenty of rattles behind dash & sunroof.- Nav computer needs further refinements.- HID light died. Major $$$ to fix- Alarm system goes off often when starting.On the plus side,- The car has not yet left me on the side of the road. Original sparkplugs and timing belt.

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  ACURA TL ARE JUST O.K. - 1999 Acura TL
  By ANT612 - May 7 - 2:00 am

  IVE HAD MY 99 ACURA TL FOR ABOUT 9 MONTHS NOW AND HAVE HAD TO CHANGE THE IGNITION THE TRANNY AND THE CAT. CONVERTOR AND A WHEEL ALIGNMENT AND IVE ONLY PUT ON ABOUT 12,000 MILES..ITS A BEAUTIFUL CAR DONT GET ME WRONG BUT THE RELIABILITY IS QUESTIONABLE !

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  Love my TL - 1999 Acura TL
  By Slip - March 5 - 2:00 am

  I was looking for an upscale car, and ACURA made one affordable to me. Only the navi system was extra (I passed on that. Could not have asked for anything more. Fun to drive, nothing goes wrong with it. Pluses, handling, power, radio, trunk size. Negatives, gas mileage

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  My 1999 Acura 3.2 TL - 1999 Acura TL
  By Lorraine Brooks - April 28 - 2:00 am

  I have driven this car cross country 2- 3 times...it is so reliable! I drive now as a single over 60 woman. I now go to Pleasanton Auto for my service. There they usually ask me How long are you in town for now? I reply, but I live here! The last out of state Acura serviceperson changed the oil & pronouced my car cleaner than most even in her large city. That was in Indiana...I now have some 84,000 miles on the same tires--still more tread.