However, in the case of a minor impact, the bag inflates slowly in order to avoid injuries. Moreover, if an occupant has failed to buckle up, the bag will deploy at slow rate.
That first glance at the new 3.2 CL will eventually be followed by a more exhaustive test, which will make me more familiar with the various aspects of its personality.
According to its manufacturer, a good test ride behind the wheel of the Type S version might change the mind of people intent of buying renowned competitors.
The V6 in the Type S is spirited
The all new Acura 3.2 CL coupe, larger than its predecessor, is available in two versions in 2001. First, there is the base model with a 225 horsepower 3.2 litre V6 engine.
There is no doubt that connoisseurs will opt for the Type S with its super 260 horse cavalry and 232 lb-ft torque materializing as early as 3500 RPM.
The base model displays amazing power for a normally aspirated engine. The manufactured succeeded in increasing the torque with the result that the VTEC supplies quite decent responses.
As for the Type S V6, its performance can be compared to several small displacement V8 engines. Both engines can be mated to a fantastic 5-speed automatic transmission working smoothly and accurately.
If you are not the sporty driving type and choose the "drive" position, you won't be disappointed. When putting the hammer down, the reaction is instant with correct gear shifts nearing the red line.
That first glance at the new 3.2 CL will eventually be followed by a more exhaustive test, which will make me more familiar with the various aspects of its personality.
According to its manufacturer, a good test ride behind the wheel of the Type S version might change the mind of people intent of buying renowned competitors.
The V6 in the Type S is spirited
The all new Acura 3.2 CL coupe, larger than its predecessor, is available in two versions in 2001. First, there is the base model with a 225 horsepower 3.2 litre V6 engine.
There is no doubt that connoisseurs will opt for the Type S with its super 260 horse cavalry and 232 lb-ft torque materializing as early as 3500 RPM.
The base model displays amazing power for a normally aspirated engine. The manufactured succeeded in increasing the torque with the result that the VTEC supplies quite decent responses.
As for the Type S V6, its performance can be compared to several small displacement V8 engines. Both engines can be mated to a fantastic 5-speed automatic transmission working smoothly and accurately.
If you are not the sporty driving type and choose the "drive" position, you won't be disappointed. When putting the hammer down, the reaction is instant with correct gear shifts nearing the red line.