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2012 Acura TL

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Performance

The 3.5-liter V-6 ensures that the front-wheel drive TL delivers on its aggressive appearance while providing a smooth, quiet ride.

  • The 3.5-liter, VTEC® V-6 engine produces 280 horsepower and 254 lbs.-ft. of torque.
  • EPA Estimated Fuel Economy is 20 in the city, and 29 on the highway.*
  • Fuel efficiency is increased this year, thanks to reduced friction between pistons and cylinder walls and the ability to run on lower viscosity oil and transmission fluid.
  • Variable Valve Timing and Electronic Lift Control (VTEC) increases high-rpm horsepower through enhanced airflow by opening the intake valves deeper and longer when the engine speed reaches a designated rpm.
  • A high-flow exhaust system increases the engine's power efficiency.
  • The Drive-by-Wire™ throttle system adjusts throttle response so it can be easy to modulate in slow speeds, yet highly responsive when high performance is called upon.
  • All-aluminum construction, a hollow camshaft, and other weight-saving measures keep the engine lighter for better handling.


  

Interior

The beautiful leather surfaces of the TL's front seats have you enveloped in comfort from the instant you slide in, through the duration of your journey.

Two-level heating keeps driver and front passenger warm in colder months.
  • The driver will easily find the perfect position with a 10-way power driver's seat (8-way power positioning, plus power lumbar support).
  • The front passenger will bask in the luxury of an 8-way power front passenger seat.
  • The seats feature a combination of dense materials to filter out road vibration.
  • Soft, Perforated Milano Premium Leather seating surfaces are included with the Technology Package.
  • TL SH-AWD has high-performance seats with more aggressive side-bolstering.



Safety & Security

The TL's disc brakes are backed up by several electronic systems to provide you with enhanced braking under any circumstance.

  • The anti-lock braking system (ABS) helps you retain steering control in hard braking by preventing the wheels from locking up, while still letting them achieve their maximum level of stopping power.
  • The Electronic Brake Distribution system uses the ABS system to direct braking power among the four wheels, depending on their load, to help optimize braking effectiveness.
  • The Brake Assist system detects emergency braking by monitoring the speed at which the brake pedal is depressed and steps in to ensure the ABS system is activated--terminating immediately upon the driver's release of the brake pedal.


For the complete 2012 Acura TL information, please visit the source: http://www.acura.com/ModelLanding.aspx?model=TL



                                                                              


*Based on 2012 EPA mileage estimates. Use for comparison purposes only. Do not compare to models before 2008. Your actual mileage will vary, depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle.