2010 The Ultimate Acura = The 2010 Acura TL. Beyond its dramatic styling, precision handling and cutting-edge amenities, the TL integrates driver and machine – horsepower and adrenaline – unlike any other. It’s confidence unlimited, with a host of advanced technology at your command. 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. ENGINE 3.7- OR 3.5-LITRE, 24-VALVE, SOHC, VTEC® V-6 ENGINE HORSEPOWER AND TORQUE VTEC Horsepower + For the ultimate blend of performance and power, When it comes to horsepower and The TL’s performance-inspired Variable Valve TL models with Super Handling All-Wheel Drive™ torque, the TL rises to the occasion in Timing and Lift Electronic Control (VTEC) (SH-AWD®) are propelled by a 3.7-litre, VTEC V-6 ways that no other Acura can. From the engine utilizes two entirely different camshaft engine. Not only is this the most powerful Acura 305 hp and 273 lb.-ft. of torque produced profiles to offer you amazingly responsive engine on the road right now, but it’s also one of by the available 3.7-litre VTEC power power across the complete rpm range. Off the most advanced. But there’s also an equally plant, to the 280 hp and 254 lb.-ft. the line, the engine provides lower valve lift adrenaline-friendly 3.5-litre, VTEC V-6 engine to of torque offered by the 3.5-litre VTEC and a shorter cam profile opening, resulting consider. Both engines feature Multi-Point engine, there’s plenty of power to go in higher fuel velocities and greater low-end Programmed Fuel Injection (PGM-FI®) to calculate around. And, thanks to innovative VTEC torque. As your demand for engine speed the precise air/fuel ratio for optimum power output. engine refinement and other powerband increases, VTEC switches to a cam profile And both engines are forged in aluminum for enhancements, the broad flat-torque with a higher valve lift and a longer opening lightweight efficiency, better heat dissipation and curve allows for virtually instant and duration, resulting in greater airflow and improved durability. endless acceleration. a bigger boost of high-end horsepower. HANDLING SPORT SUSPENSION ELECTRONIC POWER STEERING (EPS) PADDLE SHIFTERS 6-SPEED MANUAL TRANSMISSION The TL’s 4-wheel independent front double-wishbone and rear For performance steering at high speeds The thrill of manual up-and-down gear-shifting The much-anticipated 6-speed manual multi-link suspension system offers you the kind of stability and increased manoeuvrability at lower performance and control at your fingertips transmission is now available on the and flat cornering response you might expect. The front speeds, the TL relies on an advanced is truly something to behold. Mounted just TL SH-AWD. This short-throw buttery- suspension utilizes a short upper arm for maximum grip and speed-sensing Electronic Power Steering behind the TL’s leather-wrapped steering wheel, smooth gearbox adds a spirited turning compression while a high-placed lower suspension (EPS) system. Now, from quick hairpins you’ll find paddle-shifting transmission controls dimension to the already progressive arm delivers superb vehicle control with a stiffer steering feel. and sweeping highway curves to tight designed to add an extra boost of race-inspired feel of the TL SH-AWD. And because it The rear suspension features a precision pillow joint for city-centre agility, the TL empowers excitement to the already quick-shifting 5-speed reduces the vehicle’s weight by 48 kg, enhanced handling and stability. Further handling prowess your every move. automatic transmission. you’ll experience a new level of comes from the TL’s oversized front and rear stabilizer bars acceleration, braking and cornering. for quick, flat cornering and a dose of exhilaration. Choice > Performance + 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. 1. STRAIGHT-LINE ACCELERATION 2. MODERATE CORNERING 3. ACCELERATING THROUGH CORNERS 4. STRAIGHT-LINE CRUISING 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 control and vehicle acceleration wheels help generate cornering outside cornering wheel gets up road conditions and alternate in all kinds of conditions. power. Electronic sensors to 100% of the rear-wheel torque torque from front to rear, as well Accelerate, and the system monitor the speed and tightness and is accelerated to rotate faster as splitting rear-wheel torque from directs increased torque to the of turns and automatically vary than the inside cornering wheel, left to right. The end result is a rear wheels to deliver full power the amount of rear-wheel torque providing greater turning force continuously smooth, confident ride Confidence = to the ground. up to 60%, resulting in enhanced and an incredibly stable corner line. in poor weather or on less-than- stability and control. perfect road conditions. DESIGN When it comes to striking exterior design, the TL makes a dramatic visual statement. It’s a look that starts with Acura’s signature platinum-plated front grille, which flows into a highly aerodynamic body style defined by strong raked lines, pronounced wheel Style + arches and finished with a boldly sculpted back-end design. Overall the TL seamlessly fuses motion with emotion – encompassed in a split-second look. RIGID FRAME DESIGN AVAILABLE QUAD EXHAUST AND 18-INCH WHEELS HIGH-INTENSITY DISCHARGE (HID) HEADLIGHTS The TL’s rigid high-tensile steel unit-body framework Integrated quad-exhaust outlet finishers hint at Shed light on potential hazards with high- was designed to create higher front and rear torsional the self-assured attitude of the TL’s high-powered powered HID headlights. Producing an intensely rigidity to provide you with exceptionally smooth, engine. Plus, available performance 18-inch brilliant beam of focused light, HID headlights confident handling. Plus, with larger front bulkhead aluminum-alloy wheels with an 8-inch tread enhance your ability to identify what’s ahead and struts and oversized box-section cross members, the TL width strengthen the TL’s aggressive style, sporty what to avoid. has a noticeably enhanced athletic agility and nimble appearance and your feel for the road. nature – at any speed – noticeably enhanced. AMENITIES Technology + SATELLITE-LINKED NAVIGATION HANDSFREELINK™ AND BLUETOOTH®-ENABLED TECHNOLOGY VOICE-ACTIVATED CONTROL The TL’s available Acura Navigation System with Stay connected and in control without ever having to take your A majority of the advanced functions and features available with trilingual Voice Recognition™ can pinpoint your hands off the wheel or your eyes off the road. Simply program the Acura TL Technology and SH-AWD Technology Packages can be location almost anywhere in North America or and link your Bluetooth-enabled wireless device to the controlled just by the sound of your voice. Press the steering wheel- access its search directory for easy-to-follow HandsFreeLink mobile phone interface to make, receive and mounted voice control button to set or adjust the dual-zone driving directions. Recognizing up to 800 verbal transfer calls from your phone without interruption or having automatic climate control, audio system or to explore the world commands, the system is equipped with trilingual to remove your hands from the steering wheel. Just say the through your navigation system. voice recognition software and features real-time word and – providing your programmed mobile phone is located directions by voice or on-screen map display. The inside the cabin – calling numbers will be displayed, your phone REARVIEW CAMERA system can show you the most direct route to your will respond to voice activation and you will hear the caller’s destination, offer an alternative route or, should voice over the TL audio system. What’s more, the system Available with the TL Technology and SH-AWD Technology Packages, you have an appetite for something new, use the operates in English, French and Spanish and is capable of a rearview camera located in the rear spoiler shows a colour image of Zagat® Survey ratings to help you find a restaurant. integrating up to six compatible phones. the area directly behind the vehicle with steering gridlines on your navigation-system screen. Plus, even if the navigation system is turned off, the camera is activated automatically when you engage reverse. TL Technology Package shown. INTERIOR Luxury = INTERIOR REFINEMENT POWER-ADJUSTABLE HEATED FRONT SEATS CLIMATE CONTROL When it came to crafting the interior cabin space of the Even the most uncivilized commutes will feel The TL’s advanced dual-zone, dual-mode adaptive TL, Acura designers went to great lengths, and widths, to more luxurious when you’re sitting comfortably climate control system automatically maintains ensure every detail excels in its ability to comfort, engage in one of the TL’s two tightly bolstered, perforated temperature levels in two different zones inside the and inspire. A distinctive high-quality combination of leather-trimmed heated front seats. For drivers cabin. The dual-mode part of the climate equation premium leather, metallic accents and wood-pattern trim the ideal seating position is never far away enables you to set two vent levels for these two zones. abounds. The available Technology Package includes thanks to a 10-way power adjustment driver’s And for the ultimate in comfort and temperature full-grain perforated Milano leather seats and trim.