What Changed
The redesigned fourth generation TL is larger and more powerful. Dramatic new styling wraps a body that is longer (6.2 inches) and wider (1.8 inches). Horsepower increases on the 3.5L V6-powered TL base model to 280-bhp. A new TL SH-AWD model featuring Acura's performance oriented all-wheel-drive system replaces the TL Type-S. A larger 3.7L V6 in the TL SH-AWD produces 305-bhp. A five-speed automatic transmission with paddle shifters is standard on both models.
Comparison to Prior Model
| 2009 Acura TL | 2008 Acura TL | |
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| Price Range ($) | $34,955 - $42,235 | $33,725 - $38,225 |
| Length (in) | 195.3 | 189.3 |
| Wheelbase (in) | 109.3 | 107.9 |
| Width (in) | 74.0 | 72.2 |
| Height (in) | 57.2 | 56.7 |
| Track (in) | 63.2 | 62.1 |
| Exterior Volume (cu. ft.) | 408.6 | 385.7 |
| Curb Weight (lbs.) | 3708-3971 | 3559-3674 |
| Legroom Total (in.) | 78.7 | 77.7 |
| Passenger Volume (cu. ft.) | 98.1 | 97.7 |
| Cargo Volume (cu. ft.) | 13.1 | 12.5 |
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| Transmissions | A5 | A5, M6 |
| City MPG | 17-18 | 17-18 |
| Highway MPG | 25-26 | 26-27 |
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