Acura TL
2011–2014 model years · Generation introduced 2009
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- Available years
- 2011–2014
- Yearly records
- 4
- Reported market values
- $7,138–$10,050
The overview
Good at almost everything, the 2004-2008 TL proved to be a tough act to follow and the second-generation TL fell short of the task. Although a fine car overall, it didn't stand out. The cabin is well finished, but road noise intrudes and the dash is cluttered with buttons. The front seats are comfortable, but the rear is cramped. Our tested FWD, 3.5-liter V6 returned 24 mpg overall with the six-speed automatic. While it has taut handling and a compliant, if somewhat firm ride, we found the steering vague and lacking feedback. AWD was available with the 3.7-liter V6.
Generation summary from Consumer Reports. Year-specific figures appear below; missing values mean unavailable, not zero.
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| Model year | Market value | Reliability | Owner rating | EPA combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 ↗ Base sedan FWD 3.5-liter V6 (280 hp) (Premium Gasoline) Automatic 6-speed | $10,050 | 4/5 | 4/5 | 23 MPG |
| 2013 ↗ Base sedan FWD 3.5-liter V6 (280 hp) (Premium Gasoline) Automatic 6-speed | $8,925 | 4/5 | 4/5 | 23 MPG |
| 2012 ↗ Base sedan FWD 3.5-liter V6 (280 hp) (Premium Gasoline) Automatic 6-speed | $8,138 | 3/5 | 4/5 | 23 MPG |
| 2011 ↗ sedan 3.5-liter V6 (280 hp) (Premium Gasoline) Automatic 5-speed | $7,138 | 4/5 | Not rated | 21 MPG |
Values depend on trim and condition. Ratings are source-reported; road-test results may describe a tested configuration.
Year by year
2014 model
Base sedan FWD 3.5-liter V6 (280 hp) (Premium Gasoline) Automatic 6-speed · Conventional · Used
Find 2014 listings ↗ Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- sedan
- Drive type
- AWD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Luxury midsized cars
- Generation began
- 2009
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $10,050
- Retail value range
- $9,325 - $10,625
- Original MSRP range
- $36,030 - $45,510
- Trade-in range
- $5,940 - $7,165
Ratings
- Road test score
- 79/100
- Owner satisfaction
- 4/5
- Would buy again
- 69%
- Reliability
- 4/5
Fuel economy
- EPA city
- 20 MPG
- EPA highway
- 29 MPG
- EPA combined
- 23 MPG
- Tested city
- 16 MPG
- Tested highway
- 35 MPG
- Tested overall
- 24 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $2,515
- Cruising range
- 440 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 2.9 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 6.8 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 131 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 52 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 194 in
- Width
- 74 in
- Height
- 57 in
- Wheelbase
- 109 in
- Weight
- 3,695 lb
- Maximum load
- 850 lb
- Towing capacity
- 0 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 5 people
- Front head room
- 3.5 in
- Front leg room
- 42 in
- Rear head room
- 3 in
- Rear leg room
- 28.5 in
- Luggage
- 3+1+0
Owner feedback
- Comfort
- 3/5
- Driving
- 5/5
- Styling
- 4/5
- Value
- 3/5
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 5/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 6/10
- SmartWay
- No
Vehicle ID: 7034 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
2013 model
Base sedan FWD 3.5-liter V6 (280 hp) (Premium Gasoline) Automatic 6-speed · Conventional · Used
Find 2013 listings ↗ Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- sedan
- Drive type
- AWD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Luxury midsized cars
- Generation began
- 2009
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $8,925
- Retail value range
- $8,125 - $9,700
- Original MSRP range
- $35,905 - $45,385
- Trade-in range
- $4,835 - $6,305
Ratings
- Road test score
- 79/100
- Owner satisfaction
- 4/5
- Would buy again
- 73%
- Reliability
- 4/5
Fuel economy
- EPA city
- 20 MPG
- EPA highway
- 29 MPG
- EPA combined
- 23 MPG
- Tested city
- 16 MPG
- Tested highway
- 35 MPG
- Tested overall
- 24 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $2,515
- Cruising range
- 440 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 2.9 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 6.8 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 131 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 52 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 194 in
- Width
- 74 in
- Height
- 57 in
- Wheelbase
- 109 in
- Weight
- 3,695 lb
- Maximum load
- 850 lb
- Towing capacity
- 0 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 5 people
- Front head room
- 3.5 in
- Front leg room
- 42 in
- Rear head room
- 3 in
- Rear leg room
- 28.5 in
- Luggage
- 3+1+0
Owner feedback
- Comfort
- 4/5
- Driving
- 5/5
- Styling
- 3/5
- Value
- 3/5
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 5/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 6/10
- SmartWay
- No
Vehicle ID: 5453 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
2012 model
Base sedan FWD 3.5-liter V6 (280 hp) (Premium Gasoline) Automatic 6-speed · Conventional · Used
Find 2012 listings ↗ Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- sedan
- Drive type
- AWD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Luxury midsized cars
- Generation began
- 2009
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $8,138
- Retail value range
- $7,675 - $8,825
- Original MSRP range
- $35,705 - $45,185
- Trade-in range
- $4,405 - $5,505
Ratings
- Road test score
- 79/100
- Owner satisfaction
- 4/5
- Would buy again
- 78%
- Reliability
- 3/5
Fuel economy
- EPA city
- 20 MPG
- EPA highway
- 29 MPG
- EPA combined
- 23 MPG
- Tested city
- 16 MPG
- Tested highway
- 35 MPG
- Tested overall
- 24 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $2,515
- Cruising range
- 440 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 2.9 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 6.8 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 131 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 52 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 194 in
- Width
- 74 in
- Height
- 57 in
- Wheelbase
- 109 in
- Weight
- 3,695 lb
- Maximum load
- 850 lb
- Towing capacity
- 0 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 5 people
- Front head room
- 3.5 in
- Front leg room
- 42 in
- Rear head room
- 3 in
- Rear leg room
- 28.5 in
- Luggage
- 3+1+0
Owner feedback
- Comfort
- 4/5
- Driving
- 5/5
- Styling
- 5/5
- Value
- 3/5
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 5/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 5/10
- SmartWay
- No
Vehicle ID: 2628 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
2011 model
sedan 3.5-liter V6 (280 hp) (Premium Gasoline) Automatic 5-speed · Conventional · Used
Find 2011 listings ↗
Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- sedan
- Drive type
- AWD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Luxury midsized cars
- Generation began
- 2009
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $7,138
- Retail value range
- $6,900 - $8,050
- Original MSRP range
- $35,305 - $43,585
- Trade-in range
- $3,705 - $4,770
Ratings
- Road test score
- 85/100
- Reliability
- 4/5
Fuel economy
- EPA city
- 18 MPG
- EPA highway
- 26 MPG
- EPA combined
- 21 MPG
- Tested city
- 16 MPG
- Tested highway
- 33 MPG
- Tested overall
- 23 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $2,585
- Cruising range
- 430 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 2.9 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 6.8 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 128 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 52.5 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 195 in
- Width
- 74 in
- Height
- 57 in
- Wheelbase
- 109 in
- Weight
- 3,705 lb
- Maximum load
- 850 lb
- Towing capacity
- 0 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 5 people
- Front head room
- 3.5 in
- Front leg room
- 42 in
- Rear head room
- 3 in
- Rear leg room
- 28.5 in
- Luggage
- 3+1+0
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 5/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 4/10
- SmartWay
- No
Vehicle ID: 6478 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
Behind the data
Latest source update: September 11, 2026
Vehicle summaries, specifications, pricing and ratings come from Consumer Reports vehicle records. Auto Guide groups these records by model and reported generation start year.
Available years are listed explicitly. Gaps do not imply that a model was discontinued. Prices are source estimates, not live offers. No first-hand road test by Auto Guide is claimed.
