Competition
The TL is one of the largest sedans in its class but it still faces some stiff competition, including the Audi A4 TFSI quattro ($39,700), Cadillac CTS SFI ($40,485), Hyundai Genesis 3.8 ($37,995), Infiniti G37 ($37,990), Lexus ES350 ($39,950), Lincoln MKS ($46,099), Nissan Maxima SV ($38,700) and Volkswagen Passat CC Highline ($39,975).
The Acura TL FWD starts at $39,990, while the Technology Package brings it up to $43,490.
Wrap-up
The 2009 Acura TL is a very pleasant sedan. The design is unanimously approved, except for the grille which is an insult to the rest of the car. This ugly scar might end up hurting sales more than giving them a boost, even though the TL is definitely worth trying out.
photo:Bertrand Godin
The TL is one of the largest sedans in its class but it still faces some stiff competition, including the Audi A4 TFSI quattro ($39,700), Cadillac CTS SFI ($40,485), Hyundai Genesis 3.8 ($37,995), Infiniti G37 ($37,990), Lexus ES350 ($39,950), Lincoln MKS ($46,099), Nissan Maxima SV ($38,700) and Volkswagen Passat CC Highline ($39,975).
The Acura TL FWD starts at $39,990, while the Technology Package brings it up to $43,490.
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| The rear three-quarter view, with the pair of dual-outlet tailpipes, is particularly fascinating. |
Wrap-up
The 2009 Acura TL is a very pleasant sedan. The design is unanimously approved, except for the grille which is an insult to the rest of the car. This ugly scar might end up hurting sales more than giving them a boost, even though the TL is definitely worth trying out.
photo:Bertrand Godin
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