2012 Tl Tl Performance, Polished
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2012 TL TL PERFORMANCE, POLISHED The new 2012 Acura TL. With impeccable styling, precision handling and cutting-edge amenities, the TL integrates driver and machine – horsepower and adrenaline – unlike any other. It’s a higher level of luxury and a new breed of refinement. It’s a sophisticated work of performance art designed to empower the way you drive and redefine your experience behind the wheel. And with the newly introduced Elite Package, the TL has all the standard features you expect plus a few added amenities. Quite simply, it makes for an exceptionally compelling drive. ENGINE 3.7- OR 3.5-LITRE, 24-VALVE, SOHC, EFFICIENT HORSEPOWER AND TORQUE VTEC VTEC® V-6 ENGINE ENHANCED For the ultimate blend of performance and power, When it comes to horsepower and torque, the TL The TL’s performance-inspired Variable Valve TL models with Super Handling All-Wheel Drive™ rises to the occasion in ways that no other Acura Timing and Lift Electronic Control (VTEC) engine EXHILARATION (SH-AWD®) are propelled by a 3.7-litre, VTEC V-6 can. From the 305 hp and 273 lb.-ft. of torque utilizes two entirely different camshaft profiles engine. Not only is this the most powerful Acura produced by the available 3.7-litre VTEC power to offer you amazingly responsive power across engine on the road right now, but it’s also one of plant, to the 280 hp and 254 lb.-ft. of torque the complete rpm range. Off the line, the engine the most advanced. But there’s also an equally offered by the 3.5-litre VTEC engine, there’s provides lower valve lift and a shorter cam profile adrenaline-friendly 3.5-litre, VTEC V-6 engine to plenty of power to go around. With innovative opening, resulting in higher fuel velocities and consider. Both engines feature Multi-Point VTEC engine refinement and other powerband greater low-end torque. As your demand for Programmed Fuel Injection (PGM-FI®) to calculate enhancements, the broad flat-torque curve allows engine speed increases, VTEC switches to a cam the precise air/fuel ratio for optimum power for virtually instant and endless acceleration. The profile with a higher valve lift and a longer output. And both engines are forged in aluminum newly standard 6-speed automatic transmission opening duration, resulting in greater airflow for lightweight efficiency, better heat dissipation gives added performance and increased fuel and a bigger boost of high-end horsepower. and improved durability. efficiency, while the available 6-speed manual transmission* provides heightened control. *Requires SH-AWD Technology Package. HANDLING SPORT SUSPENSION PADDLE SHIFTERS SCULPT The TL’s 4-wheel independent front double- The thrill of manual up-and-down gear-shifting wishbone and rear multi-link suspension system performance and control at your fingertips is truly offers you the kind of stability and flat cornering something to behold. You’ll find paddle-shifting THE ROAD response you might expect. The front suspension transmission controls mounted just behind the utilizes a short upper arm for maximum grip and TL’s leather-wrapped steering wheel that are turning compression while a high-placed lower designed to add an extra boost of race-inspired suspension arm delivers superb vehicle control excitement to the already quick-shifting 6-speed with a stiffer steering feel. The rear suspension automatic transmission. features a precision pillow joint for enhanced handling and stability. Further handling prowess comes from the TL’s oversized front and rear stabilizer bars for quick, flat cornering and a dose of exhilaration. CONTROLLED CONFIDENCE Super Handling All-Wheel Drive (SH-AWD). Precision-tuned and optimized for the Acura TL, the available SH-AWD system is the difference between taking turns and cutting them. It’s where control instantly becomes confidence. It helps you gain more traction when the weather is less than perfect and it encourages you to carve absolutely perfect corners in every other condition. STRAIGHT-LINE ACCELERATION MODERATE CORNERING ACCELERATING STRAIGHT-LINE CRUISING THROUGH CORNERS The SH-AWD system offers SH-AWD delivers a remarkably Here, the advanced SH-AWD SH-AWD’s sophisticated electronic dramatically enhanced traction, neutral steering feel as the rear technology stands alone. The controls automatically monitor road control and vehicle acceleration in wheels help generate cornering outside cornering wheel gets up to conditions and alternate torque all kinds of conditions. Accelerate, power. Electronic sensors monitor 100% of the rear-wheel torque and from front to rear, as well as splitting and the system directs increased the speed and tightness of turns is accelerated to rotate faster than rear-wheel torque from left to right. torque to the rear wheels to deliver and automatically vary the amount the inside cornering wheel, providing The end result is a continuously full power to the ground. of rear-wheel torque up to 60%, greater turning force and an smooth, confident ride in poor resulting in enhanced stability incredibly stable corner line. weather or on less-than-perfect and control. road conditions. DESIGN Finely TUNED DESIGN AVAILABLE 18- AND 19-INCH WHEELS HIGH-INTENSITY DISCHARGE SOPHISTICATION, (HID) HEADLIGHTS When it comes to sophisticated exterior design, Available performance 18-inch aluminum-alloy Shed light on potential hazards with high- REFINED the TL makes a dynamic visual statement. It’s a wheels with an 8-inch tread width strengthen powered HID headlights. Producing an intensely look that starts with Acura’s signature platinum- the TL’s aggressive style, sporty appearance and brilliant beam of focused light, HID headlights plated front grille, which flows into a highly your feel for the road. And for making an even enhance your ability to identify what’s ahead aerodynamic body style defined by strong raked bigger impression, 19-inch wheels are available and what to avoid. lines, pronounced wheel arches and finished exclusively with the TL SH-AWD Elite Package. with a boldly sculpted back-end design. Overall the TL seamlessly fuses motion with emotion – encompassed in a split-second look. AMENITIES TL Technology Package shown. SATELLITE-LINKED NAVIGATION HANDSFREELINK™ AND BLUETOOTH®- VOICE-ACTIVATED CONTROL REARVIEW CAMERA* BLIND SPOT INFORMATION SYSTEM* ENABLED TECHNOLOGY FLUENT IN The TL’s available Acura Navigation System with Stay connected and in control without ever A majority of the advanced functions and Available with the TL Technology and Elite Available exclusively with the TL SH-AWD Elite trilingual Voice Recognition™ can pinpoint your having to take your hands off the wheel or your features available with the Technology Package Packages, a rearview camera located in the rear Package, the blind spot information (BSI) system TECHNOLOGY location almost anywhere in North America or eyes off the road. Simply program and link your and Elite Package can be controlled just by the spoiler shows a colour image of the area directly uses specialized radar technology to alert you of access its search directory for easy-to-follow Bluetooth-enabled wireless device to the sound of your voice. Press the steering wheel- behind the vehicle with steering gridlines on objects in adjacent lanes. Indicator lights appear driving directions. Recognizing up to 800 verbal HandsFreeLink mobile phone interface to make, mounted voice control button to set or adjust your navigation-system screen. Plus, even if the when the system detects a vehicle entering either commands, the system is equipped with trilingual receive and transfer calls from your phone the dual-zone automatic climate control, audio navigation system is turned off, the camera is of your blind spots, and they will begin flashing voice-recognition software and features real-time without interruption or having to remove your system or to explore the world through your activated automatically when you engage reverse. if you use your turn signal in the direction of the directions by voice or on-screen map display. hands from the steering wheel. Just say the word navigation system. detected vehicle. The system is designed to With an enhanced screen, the system can show and – providing your programmed mobile phone operate at both high and low speeds, so you’ll you the most direct route to your destination, is located inside the cabin – calling numbers will have added confidence wherever you go. offer an alternative route or, should you have be displayed, your phone will respond to voice an appetite for something new, use the Zagat® activation and you will hear the caller’s voice over Survey ratings to help you find a restaurant. And the TL audio system. What’s more, the system with the 60 GB hard disk drive (HDD), you’ll find operates in English, French and Spanish and is it operates with even greater speed. capable of integrating up to six compatible phones. *Does not replace the driver’s responsibility to exercise due care while driving. INTERIOR TL Technology Package shown. INTERIOR REFINEMENT POWER-ADJUSTABLE HEATED FRONT SEATS CLIMATE CONTROL SETTLE INTO When it came to crafting the interior cabin space Even the most uncivilized commutes will feel The TL’s advanced dual-zone, dual-mode adaptive of the TL, Acura designers went to great lengths, more luxurious when you’re sitting comfortably climate control system automatically maintains LUXURY and widths, to ensure every detail excels in its in one of the TL’s two tightly bolstered perforated temperature levels in two different zones inside ability to comfort, engage and inspire. A distinctive leather-trimmed heated front seats. For drivers the cabin. The dual-mode part of the climate high-quality combination of premium leather, the ideal seating position is never far away thanks equation enables you to set two vent levels for metallic accents and wood-pattern trim abounds.