My TL has 200,000 Miles and I am running it against 392 Hemi's and every other 2020 car on the interstate!😎👍🏿. The S mode is great. It let's the RPM',s rev higher, and it downshifts and upshifts automatically. 😎👍🏿
I had one for 2 years. I thought it was a very good car but the struts went at 115000 miles and they wanted $2000 for them. I decided to get a 2017 wrx limited instead, and I find it more fun to drive and still very comfortable.
I just bought this car! I'm picking it up from the dealership tomorrow, upgrading from a 2006 Honda Accord EX, 275k/km to a 2014 Acura TL SH-AWD..305hp, 147k/km. Super excited
Great video I own a 2014 TL SH-AWD ADVANCE and everything you mention is true, it's a great vehicle to own. It still gives me great joy and pleasure to drive every day just like when I pulled it off the lot new, I could never say that about any other car.
I owned 2010 TL and loved it. Actually looked forward to driving it daily. The ELS sound system on technology package is awesome! Acura lost the touch with being sport sedans when they came out with TLX.
I just traded my 09 Civic Si in towards a 12 TL SHAWD automatic. A left knee injury 7 years ago from weight lifting and martial arts has finally caught up to me and hurts too much to commute in a stick every day (I still have a RHD EG6 Si-R for the weekends). I wish I had gotten a TL sooner. Its really great. I also was in the market for a TLX or RLX FWD but decided against thrm in favor of the TL.
Ed209 10 seconds to comply I too have a 2009 Civic Si sedan. It’s very clean, and treats me well. I’m thinking about getting a 3rd gen TL-S or 4th gen TL. A Lexus IS350 is also on my list, but I think G37 is too much of a gas guzzler. Once I get a new job, I think I’ll do the switch. But I wanted to ask you, what you like about the TL over the Civic Si?
My wifes 12 Advance TL is really great to drive and fun on the open road. I would suggest buffing yours out and a good ceramic coat like Gyeon Pure or Armor Shield IX. If you haven't done it already you'll be surprised at the difference. Ours is white but that black would look really good. Cool vid, stay out of trouble.
As the owner of a 2012 with a 6-speed manual and SH-AWD, I can say that you made a great choice. I just wish that they had a Type-S version with maybe 350->375hp.
Would you still recommend it today? I mean with the maintenance/gas price… is it really worth it? I know it’s going to be a lot more inexpensive than a brand new luxury car, but this is literally the best and only luxury sedan with a manual and V6 thats left to buy unfortunately…
@@dc2k453 I most certainly would recommend the 2009->2014 Acura TL. Rides really well. Very good handling. Gas mileage is so-so (around 21 combined), but worth it
I’m going to get a 2012-14 TL soon as my new daily driver. 2WD though, since I think the SH-AWD might have too rough of a ride. Nice car. Very underrated. And my favorite Acura model ever! 👍
Great video, the camera placement helps to understand how the car drives from the front seat. Would've loved to see a sport mode acceleration, overall quality video!
I've also had my 11 TL for 2 years. I bought it for the looks, I stayed for the driving experience. Although I love my 6MT, I sometimes want the comfort of an automatic 😅
@@jeremyboard3336 yes, this car will be mine for as long as I live. 3.7 TLs have oil consumption issues, some more than others but they all eventually start burning. Also the propeller shaft will eventually fail and sound really loud. Those are 100% problems you'll experience if you own a 3.7. Less common issue is the rear cam pitting and making a ticking sound
@@supersabrosinho Ok thanks. I'm looking at one at a dealer with 121k miles for 15k. I know thats way more than what it's worth, but it seems like such a nice car lol
@@jeremyboard3336 test drive it 1st. It's nice but not for everyone. You're probably seeing the good things everyone says about it. I'll give you some of the negative ones
@@jeremyboard3336 it is a gas guzzler. No matter how careful you drive it it will use up a lot of gas. Around Low 20s mpg. Also PREMIUM gas. Trust me on this, you will be tempted to get regular gas for it but it will have audible pings and run like crap. Take that into account for your gasoline bill
I’ve had this same car for the last 4 years and I’ve never heard anything sloshing around like gas ect… my 2013 Acura TL has been a pure joy to own and drive!
It's true though. Next time you fill up listen for it. When I put my car in park and it rocks forward a bit, I can hear the gas sloshing around. It's no big deal though.
Hey Kyle being that I own a 2012 AWD drive now for 3weeks and watching your video you were so right bro! And I love the TL sport mode is amazing and this car looks like a 2020 and has some features just as great as a 2020 great video cant tell u how many times I watched it !
Since car prices have been going down I’ve been thinking of an 09 TL tbh as my first car my aunt had one and always admired it and wished I could own my own
I bought an '09 as my first real car back in '16. No regrets at ALL, it's a legendary car in my opinion. My '09 actually got totaled, but I loved the car so much, I immediately bought a '12 TL to replace it.
I hope you got it. My first car was an 05 TSX and it got "totaled" the damage wasn't that bad, but due it it's age and millage the insurance company decided it wasn't worth fixing. I got a 2012 TL as my second car and wow is it awesome. The car still gets looks and attention on the road. The ride is very smooth. The TSX was a better handling car though. The TL is just too heavy.
I'm pretty sure that entering paddle shifter mode stops the TL from auto-upshifting. It won't start doing that again unless you come to a slow speed, or hold the paddle for 2+ seconds (that's in D mode, in S mode it won't ever return to auto shifting after you use the paddles until).
On my 2012 TL I have 19" wheels, lowered on bc racing coilovers and its fully aligned because I have a camber kit in the rear and adjustable upper control arms up front. Its a fkn racecar 🥰
Sport mode puts the car into a different response. Sure it hold the gear longer but it gets the SH-AWD more active. With that said, you aren’t driving casually in sport mode except under 40 mph. Drive I sport mode in wet conditions. Gives so much more confidence in the road.
Going on 7 years with my 2009 and daily driver it dont skip a beat in the rain snow or summer I try to look for a another car but for some reason I wont let it go
How many miles do you have on it now and when did you do your timing service? I just bought an 09 today with a 97,000 miles . and no history of the timing belt being done
@@Olds_Gold just got rid of it three months ago with One hundred thousand miles and it was running like a champ I didn't want to do the timing belt and water pump but u should do the service around that milage ✌️
Lord Have yea I have a 2010 tl with the tech package, 3.5 FWD and at best I get 25mpg. Average is 20 but if you gas it a lot expect to get around 15-17 mpg
Dude are you driving by the sun set grille in Allentown? Lol. So random. Was looking for reviews on this car and just realized where you were. Small world
Great video I own a 12 advanced model SH-AWD and these vehicles are unbelievable in the snow hahaha I went by a BMW X wheel drive SUV stuck in 2.5 feet of snow lmao while I drove by all tires moving hahaha never plan on getting rid of mine, just gotta do this oil consumption test, what Acura dealership did you take yours to?
How’s your tl shawd running! I located a 2012 with 52k miles and full Maintence records and was contemplating for my daughters first car - but I was initially set in a 2013-2015 rx350 so I’m torn what’s safer and most realizable
So did you sell this for the LS? If so are happy with that move? Considering the tech and interior design is much older than the Acura. I've been looking at both and it's crazy these are in the same price range of an 04+ LS430.
Like the video! Was wondering if you had ever compared you TL to G37x? I have pretty much narrowed down to those two. I know the g37x has more power but feel like the Acura may be better all around. Thanks!
Bruh that’s is one of the funniest things I have heard. My grandma used to drive a TL and a majority of people I see with them are well above 40. Wrx is marketed for young crowds. It also doesn’t matter who buys it.
Anybody out there that doesn't love this 4generation TL don't know about reliability and comfort or how to mentain them super premium gas which is 93 only
So im 12 right? My dad has a 2010 tl fwd, he agrees that when im 16 he will het a new car and his tl will be mine, is there any god body kits for this car or mods, pls and thx because this is a realy sexy car.
Im looking to trade in my 2016 honda civic for one of these babies. Ive always wanted a TL and the one with AWD. My civic got stuck in sand last month when I went to the beach and I had some guys help me push it out 😂
Random question. I’m looking at the same color combo in a 2012. I’m not a fan of black exteriors, so much so that I’ve considered buying it as it’s a pretty good deal (2012 tech with 84k for $12.5k) and repainting it, haha. Any thoughts on the real life use of a black exterior?
The black is a classy color and looks great when it’s clean. I enjoyed it. Get the windows tinted as it helps to minimize heat in the warmer months that the dark color attracts
I am considering get this car from 2012 and up. I still can't find common issues on this car that I should watch out for. All I see is some transmission throttle, is there any common issue I should watch out for?
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One of the most underrated luxury sport sedans ever 💯
My TL has 200,000 Miles and I am running it against 392 Hemi's and every other 2020 car on the interstate!😎👍🏿. The S mode is great. It let's the RPM',s rev higher, and it downshifts and upshifts automatically. 😎👍🏿
I AGREE💯✔🖒❤😎💙💔💛😃💚
Thats actually a good thing u can pick one up for a good price unlike a lexus gs 350
I had one for 2 years. I thought it was a very good car but the struts went at 115000 miles and they wanted $2000 for them. I decided to get a 2017 wrx limited instead, and I find it more fun to drive and still very comfortable.
2010 Tl awd manual has the best of both worlds, performance, liability, and comfort.
I just bought this car! I'm picking it up from the dealership tomorrow, upgrading from a 2006 Honda Accord EX, 275k/km to a 2014 Acura TL SH-AWD..305hp, 147k/km. Super excited
Finally! Someone that uses their turn signals. It drives me crazy when people don't do that.
I AGREE. Me 2💯🖒✔😎💙
Come to Houston and you'll see it's a nightmare 🤣✌️
Hm turn signals?🤔
Oh really 🤔
Real men dont use blinkers
Great video
I own a 2014 TL SH-AWD ADVANCE and everything you mention is true, it's a great vehicle to own. It still gives me great joy and pleasure to drive every day just like when I pulled it off the lot new, I could never say that about any other car.
I owned 2010 TL and loved it. Actually looked forward to driving it daily. The ELS sound system on technology package is awesome! Acura lost the touch with being sport sedans when they came out with TLX.
999shazam Acura fell off with the tlx. Hopefully the new type-s tlx will bring Acura back back into conversations
Yeah. I believe some of these comments haven’t even driven a TLX. My TL is an automatic, does that make it worse than it’s 6spd counterpart?
yes@@mrdave777
I just traded my 09 Civic Si in towards a 12 TL SHAWD automatic. A left knee injury 7 years ago from weight lifting and martial arts has finally caught up to me and hurts too much to commute in a stick every day (I still have a RHD EG6 Si-R for the weekends).
I wish I had gotten a TL sooner. Its really great. I also was in the market for a TLX or RLX FWD but decided against thrm in favor of the TL.
Ed209 10 seconds to comply I too have a 2009 Civic Si sedan. It’s very clean, and treats me well. I’m thinking about getting a 3rd gen TL-S or 4th gen TL. A Lexus IS350 is also on my list, but I think G37 is too much of a gas guzzler. Once I get a new job, I think I’ll do the switch. But I wanted to ask you, what you like about the TL over the Civic Si?
My wifes 12 Advance TL is really great to drive and fun on the open road. I would suggest buffing yours out and a good ceramic coat like Gyeon Pure or Armor Shield IX. If you haven't done it already you'll be surprised at the difference. Ours is white but that black would look really good.
Cool vid, stay out of trouble.
As the owner of a 2012 with a 6-speed manual and SH-AWD, I can say that you made a great choice. I just wish that they had a Type-S version with maybe 350->375hp.
Would you still recommend it today? I mean with the maintenance/gas price… is it really worth it? I know it’s going to be a lot more inexpensive than a brand new luxury car, but this is literally the best and only luxury sedan with a manual and V6 thats left to buy unfortunately…
@@dc2k453 I most certainly would recommend the 2009->2014 Acura TL. Rides really well. Very good handling. Gas mileage is so-so (around 21 combined), but worth it
I own a 2012 SH AWD TL with MT. 60k miles. I've owned it for 5 years and still love it.
Can I buy it from you 😂?
I’m going to get a 2012-14 TL soon as my new daily driver. 2WD though, since I think the SH-AWD might have too rough of a ride. Nice car. Very underrated. And my favorite Acura model ever! 👍
Did you get it?
Oh hey. Haha not yet. Maybe sometime this spring I’ll be out looking for one 😂 there’s quite a few not far from where I live
I'm really getting into this car rn, also aiming for a 12-14 sh awd
Hi, I live in Panama, probably I'll get a TL 2WD soon ;)
@@danielramotowski5187got it ?
Thanks for the video! Glad to hear it does well in the snow. I usually end up driving roads that I shouldn't every winter.
I live in Tahoe with this car and I’ve never had any issues driving in deep snow. It handles in ice very well too.
Great video, the camera placement helps to understand how the car drives from the front seat. Would've loved to see a sport mode acceleration, overall quality video!
I've also had my 11 TL for 2 years. I bought it for the looks, I stayed for the driving experience. Although I love my 6MT, I sometimes want the comfort of an automatic 😅
Do you still have it? And have you had any problems with it?
@@jeremyboard3336 yes, this car will be mine for as long as I live. 3.7 TLs have oil consumption issues, some more than others but they all eventually start burning. Also the propeller shaft will eventually fail and sound really loud. Those are 100% problems you'll experience if you own a 3.7. Less common issue is the rear cam pitting and making a ticking sound
@@supersabrosinho Ok thanks. I'm looking at one at a dealer with 121k miles for 15k. I know thats way more than what it's worth, but it seems like such a nice car lol
@@jeremyboard3336 test drive it 1st. It's nice but not for everyone. You're probably seeing the good things everyone says about it. I'll give you some of the negative ones
@@jeremyboard3336 it is a gas guzzler. No matter how careful you drive it it will use up a lot of gas. Around Low 20s mpg. Also PREMIUM gas. Trust me on this, you will be tempted to get regular gas for it but it will have audible pings and run like crap. Take that into account for your gasoline bill
I’ve had this same car for the last 4 years and I’ve never heard anything sloshing around like gas ect… my 2013 Acura TL has been a pure joy to own and drive!
It's true though. Next time you fill up listen for it. When I put my car in park and it rocks forward a bit, I can hear the gas sloshing around. It's no big deal though.
Bruh! I love the umber interior. So luxurious!
My favorite thing about it!
Hey Kyle being that I own a 2012 AWD drive now for 3weeks and watching your video you were so right bro! And I love the TL sport mode is amazing and this car looks like a 2020 and has some features just as great as a 2020 great video cant tell u how many times I watched it !
Fellow owner of a 13 TL, love it!
Since car prices have been going down I’ve been thinking of an 09 TL tbh as my first car my aunt had one and always admired it and wished I could own my own
I bought an '09 as my first real car back in '16. No regrets at ALL, it's a legendary car in my opinion.
My '09 actually got totaled, but I loved the car so much, I immediately bought a '12 TL to replace it.
I hope you got it. My first car was an 05 TSX and it got "totaled" the damage wasn't that bad, but due it it's age and millage the insurance company decided it wasn't worth fixing. I got a 2012 TL as my second car and wow is it awesome. The car still gets looks and attention on the road. The ride is very smooth. The TSX was a better handling car though. The TL is just too heavy.
I'm pretty sure that entering paddle shifter mode stops the TL from auto-upshifting. It won't start doing that again unless you come to a slow speed, or hold the paddle for 2+ seconds (that's in D mode, in S mode it won't ever return to auto shifting after you use the paddles until).
On my 2012 TL I have 19" wheels, lowered on bc racing coilovers and its fully aligned because I have a camber kit in the rear and adjustable upper control arms up front. Its a fkn racecar 🥰
Bro sport mode all day everyday! You need to go into sport and just drive.
Sport mode puts the car into a different response. Sure it hold the gear longer but it gets the SH-AWD more active. With that said, you aren’t driving casually in sport mode except under 40 mph. Drive I sport mode in wet conditions. Gives so much more confidence in the road.
I agree its very fun and brings this car out and makes the experience fun
U treat that car smooooth sounds like you’re talking to a lover, bruh
I really like this "TL" and I wish that the "2014" had come in a manual transmission.
There was a manual offered for that year.
Going on 7 years with my 2009 and daily driver it dont skip a beat in the rain snow or summer I try to look for a another car but for some reason I wont let it go
How many miles do you have on it now and when did you do your timing service? I just bought an 09 today with a 97,000 miles . and no history of the timing belt being done
@@Olds_Gold just got rid of it three months ago with One hundred thousand miles and it was running like a champ I didn't want to do the timing belt and water pump but u should do the service around that milage ✌️
This will be my next car.
Recommend it, I love driving mine every day.
Love it but the only thing is that it can spend a good amount of gas
@@samuellinares2001 even for just the 3.5 engine?
Lord Have yea I have a 2010 tl with the tech package, 3.5 FWD and at best I get 25mpg. Average is 20 but if you gas it a lot expect to get around 15-17 mpg
@@samuellinares2001 thank you
Dude are you driving by the sun set grille in Allentown? Lol. So random. Was looking for reviews on this car and just realized where you were. Small world
Great video I own a 12 advanced model SH-AWD and these vehicles are unbelievable in the snow hahaha I went by a BMW X wheel drive SUV stuck in 2.5 feet of snow lmao while I drove by all tires moving hahaha never plan on getting rid of mine, just gotta do this oil consumption test, what Acura dealership did you take yours to?
In today’s crazy used car market where prices are insane would you buy a 2014 with 130k for 11 grand? 2 owners and serviced well
Today I just paid $13,000 for a 2009 sh-awd 3.7 with 97000 miles and it doesnt even have the tech package...... My butt kind of hurts
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We bought a 2010 tl, FW with tech package with 113k miles for $9,900 this week. It was maintained very well. Such a badass car.
Love your camera Angle!
How’s your tl shawd running! I located a 2012 with 52k miles and full Maintence records and was contemplating for my daughters first car - but I was initially set in a 2013-2015 rx350 so I’m torn what’s safer and most realizable
The interior is similar to my 2012 TSX Sport Wagon, which is a rare 'unicorn' these days. The ELS stereo in that TL is outstanding.
There is one on sale near my area. I had to take pictures of it when I saw it. I most likely won't see another one ever again.
is the technology package worth it? What does it come with?
Yes it's worth it it gives you a lot of extra options
So did you sell this for the LS? If so are happy with that move? Considering the tech and interior design is much older than the Acura. I've been looking at both and it's crazy these are in the same price range of an 04+ LS430.
Yes. Mainly because the LS has been on my radar for a long time. Don’t miss the TL really but that’s not saying it’s a bad car.
How did you fix the oil consumption issue?
Like the video! Was wondering if you had ever compared you TL to G37x? I have pretty much narrowed down to those two. I know the g37x has more power but feel like the Acura may be better all around. Thanks!
Yes I was actually cross shopping that car with the TL. My friend actually has one!
The G37X doesn't compare. The Acura is way better
What about the wrx?
Bruh that’s is one of the funniest things I have heard. My grandma used to drive a TL and a majority of people I see with them are well above 40. Wrx is marketed for young crowds. It also doesn’t matter who buys it.
I also used to have a TL Shawd, so I know what it is like to drive. Way better with stick on wrx!
Anybody out there that doesn't love this 4generation TL don't know about reliability and comfort or how to mentain them super premium gas which is 93 only
Oil burning? Do you notice?
Maybe rice.
Bro, you still got this TL? Just curious since I'm looking to purchase one 2013 but I'm afraid due to the oil consumption issues 😕 lmk if u can tho
In that case don’t get 3.7 then get the 3.5 v6 vtec you going to be ok bulletproof Hondas engines
Very good
I want one of these but they are so expensive even from a private dealer smh 😞
So im 12 right? My dad has a 2010 tl fwd, he agrees that when im 16 he will het a new car and his tl will be mine, is there any god body kits for this car or mods, pls and thx because this is a realy sexy car.
what year is your? I can't hear the fuel sloshing around in mine "2012"
Im looking to trade in my 2016 honda civic for one of these babies. Ive always wanted a TL and the one with AWD. My civic got stuck in sand last month when I went to the beach and I had some guys help me push it out 😂
Random question. I’m looking at the same color combo in a 2012. I’m not a fan of black exteriors, so much so that I’ve considered buying it as it’s a pretty good deal (2012 tech with 84k for $12.5k) and repainting it, haha. Any thoughts on the real life use of a black exterior?
The black is a classy color and looks great when it’s clean. I enjoyed it. Get the windows tinted as it helps to minimize heat in the warmer months that the dark color attracts
@@KylePantano awesome. Thanks for the tips and advice. What do you have now?
NICE, CLEAN, SHINY AND #BLACK💯❤✔🖒😎💙💔😃💚💛💕
Did you get rid of the TL?
I am considering get this car from 2012 and up. I still can't find common issues on this car that I should watch out for. All I see is some transmission throttle, is there any common issue I should watch out for?
just mag if you watch my one year review of the car I cover the common issues there
AWD models burn oil. They also have noisy propeller shafts
I ALWAYS LIKED THIS STYLE ACURA TL...IN #BLACK✔💯💔💙
What year is your car
Can someone tell me where i can get one of those
Opinion?I have a chance to purchase one for 15,000 it has 36 ,plus thousand miles yes or no
Definitely it's a good deal
I just got a 12 AWD tech package for 16 w/ 47k miles
Thanks aj soprano
Looking at getting a tlx but I would rather a low klms TL sh AWD V6 in a manual transmission, they are sleepers ,
looks like apple valley estates in orefield pa
Shity on gas ?
It looks like the 2009 Honda Accord