Honda to launch new Acura TL

19 August 2008

Japanese carmaker Honda will introduce the new Acura in 2009, which will be available  in two distinctly different models, TL and TL SH-AWD.

With dramatic new styling, precise handling and a host of advanced technology and safety features, the fourth-generation TL will impress SUV enthusiasts across the world.

A choice of two different all-aluminum VTEC engines power the new 2009 TL.. Standard is a 3.5-litre V-6 producing 280 horsepower and 254 lb-ft of torque that sends power to the front wheels through Acura's sophisticated sequential sportshift 5-speed automatic transmission with steering-wheel- mounted paddle shifters and grade logic control.

Though powerful, the new engine is also fuel efficient, with projected EPA fuel economy ratings of around 18 mpg city and 26 mpg highway. The engine is targeted to meet California's tough Carb Lev II Ulev emissions certification standards, thanks to features including a drive-by-wire throttle system, computer-controlled programmed fuel injection (PGM-FI) and variable valve timing and lift electronic control (VTEC) for the intake valves.

The TL SH-AWD sports the all-new 3.7-litre V-6 engine producing 305 horsepower and 273 lb-ft of torque courtesy of greater displacement and additional high-performance features such as variable valve timing and lift electronic control (VTEC) on both the intake and exhaust valves, and a special high-flow dual exhaust system.

Fuel economy
With projected EPA fuel economy ratings of 17 mpg city and 25 mpg highway, the 3.7 litre is also targeted to meet California's stringent Carb Lev II Ulev emissions certification. The pièce de résistance on the TL SH-AWD is the super handling all-wheel drive system, now available on the TL for the first time.