09/03/2003 -
The all-new 2004 Acura TL features one of the
biggest improvements in car audio systems in a decade, a
standard
DVD-Audio system with resolution 500 times better than
CD.
The Acura/ELS® Premium 8-speaker Surround Sound
Sys...
09/03/2003 -
The 2004 Acura TL performance luxury sedan will
feature a Bluetooth hands-free phone system as standard
equipment
when it goes on sale in October at Acura dealers nationwide.
The
HandsFreeLink™ system enables a Bluetooth wir...
09/03/2003 -
Highlights
The dramatically redesigned all-new 2004 TL features
increased
performance, even sportier handling and an assortment of
class-leading technology. A new 3.2-liter engine delivers 270
horsepower and 238 lb-ft. of torque while ...
09/03/2003 -
OVERVIEW
The 2004 Acura TL represents the third generation of Acura's
near-luxury sedan entry, which was introduced in 1995 and
featured a
second-generation TL in 1999. Enthusiast drivers appreciate the
previous-generation TL for its hi...
09/03/2003 -
OVERVIEW
The TL is powered by an aluminum-alloy 3.2-liter V-6 that uses
advanced Acura technology to provide an exceptionally high level of
power and refinement. The new VTEC V-6 generates 270 horsepower and
238 lbs-ft of torque-far ou...
09/03/2003 -
EMISSIONS CONTROL
To develop class-leading power while meeting tight CARB LEV-2/ULEV
emissions standards, the TL pushes technology on multiple fronts. It
makes more horsepower while creating less exhaust emissions-and is
certified to...
09/03/2003 -
OVERVIEW
Near-luxury sedan buyers love the previous Acura TL and TL
Type-S for
their performance and handling. They also love their build
quality,
durability and resale value when the time comes to trade in. For
the
2004 TL, the desig...
09/03/2003 -
HID (HIGH-INTENSITY DISCHARGE) HEADLIGHTS
Previously, the TL had HID (High-Intensity Discharge) low beams
coupled with conventional halogen high beams. The new TL headlights
feature HID high and low beams, as well as built-in fog lamps. ...
09/03/2003 -
OVERVIEW
In a 5-passenger sedan, the benefits of front-wheel drive include
lighter and more compact engine and driveline packaging,
enhanced
fuel efficiency, and increased passenger spaciousness.
CHASSIS CONCEPT
From a handling standpo...
09/03/2003 -
OVERVIEW
The Acura tradition of interior luxury and functionality continues
with a new elegant and sporting interior for the 2004 TL. The
instruments and controls are arranged to create an intimate and
functional driver's cockpit that of...
09/03/2003 -
DUAL-ZONE, DUAL-MODE ACURA AUTOMATIC CLIMATE
CONTROL SYSTEM
To keep the interior comfortable regardless of the weather
outside,
the TL has a new dual-zone, dual-mode Acura Automatic
Climate Control
System. This system lets the driver ...
09/03/2003 -
OVERVIEW
The 2004 TL was developed to perform at the "top of its class" in
protecting its occupants with a comprehensive array of safety
technologies, high-grade materials and advanced construction
techniques.
While the previous A...
09/03/2003 -
ENGINEERING FEATURES
3.2-liter, 24-valve, SOHC, V-6 aluminum alloy engine
270 horsepower at 6,200 rpm and 238 lbs-ft of torque at
5,000
rpm
Variable Valve Timing and Lift Electronic Control
(VTEC™)
...
08/01/2003 -
July sales of Acura Division
vehicles totaled 15,782, up 5.9 percent compared to last year,
making
it the third best Acura sales month on record according to
American
Honda Motor Co., Inc.
Strong demand for the MDX luxury SUV with sal...
06/03/2003 -
May sales of Acura
vehicles totaled 16,495, setting a new all-time monthly record
besting the previous mark of 16,333 units set in August 2002,
and
surpassing last May's total of 16,229.
Strong demand for the all-new 2004 TSX sports se...
04/16/2003 -
The Acura "Concept TL" performance
luxury sedan debuted today at the 2003 New York International
Auto
Show. The concept features sleek, performance-oriented exterior
styling indicative of the design of the next generation TL
produ...
04/03/2003 -
The 2004 Acura TSX sports
sedan will be priced at $26,490 for both the 6-speed manual model and
the 5-speed automatic model, when it goes on sale today at Acura
dealers nationwide. The Acura Navigation System with Voice
Recognition i...
04/01/2003 -
March sales of Acura
vehicles totaled 14,043, up 24 percent compared to last month,
Acura
announced today. It was the second straight month of increasing
sales
for the division.
Demand continued to be strong for the MDX luxury SUV wit...
03/18/2003 -
Acura, the Southern
California-based luxury automaker, announced today that it will
return for a third year as title sponsor of the Acura Palos Verdes
Concours d'Elegance. The annual classic car extravaganza will
be held
September 12-14...