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2008 Acura TL Safety Review

July 28, 2008

SAFETY | 9 out of 10

Expert Quotes:

electronic stability system is standard
Cars.com

HID headlights for improved nighttime visibility
MyRide.com

It would be good to see rear side airbags
Car and Driver

Five stars, front impacts; four stars, front side impacts; five stars, rear side impacts
NHTSA

Good” for front and side impacts
IIHS

Acura continues its reputation for innovation and safety in the 2008 Acura TL and TL Type-S, with high crash test ratings and an optional backup camera.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) gives the Acura 2008 TL five stars for protecting front passengers in a frontal impact. Rear passengers also get five stars’ worth of protection in side impacts, though front passenger/side impact protection is rated at four stars. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) gives the Acura TL “good” ratings for front and side impacts.

Edmunds highlights the safety features of Acura TL for 2008, noting that the "2008 Acura TL comes standard with stability and traction control, front-seat side airbags and full-length curtain airbags." Car and Driver feels the "TL's inventory of standard safety features is comprehensive."

Standard on the Acura TL Type-S and optional on the base unit, the navigation system comes with a backup camera for improved rear visibility. Cars.com notes this addition but adds, "A rear camera is a fantastic addition to the system, but its usefulness is limited in bad weather conditions, as the lens becomes easily clouded by salt and road residue."

Conclusion

The 2008 Acura TL provides a high level of standard safety features and good value for the consumer.

SAFETY | 9 out of 10Expert Quotes:electronic stability system is standardCars.comHID headlights for improved nighttime visibilityMyRide.comIt would be good to see rear side airbagsCar and DriverFive stars, front impacts; four stars, front side impacts; five stars, rear side impactsNHTSAGood” for front and side impactsIIHS Acura continues its reputation for innovation and safety in the 2008 Acura TL and TL Type-S, with high crash test ratings and an optional backup camera. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) gives the Acura 2008 TL five stars for protecting front passengers in a frontal impact. Rear passengers also get five stars’ worth of protection in side impacts, though front passenger/side impact protection is rated at four stars. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) gives the Acura TL “good” ratings for front and side impacts. Edmunds highlights the safety features of Acura TL for 2008, noting that the "2008 Acura TL comes standard with stability and traction control, front-seat side airbags and full-length curtain airbags." Car and Driver feels the "TL's inventory of standard safety features is comprehensive." Standard on the Acura TL Type-S and optional on the base unit, the navigation system comes with a backup camera for improved rear visibility. Cars.com notes this addition but adds, "A rear camera is a fantastic addition to the system, but its usefulness is limited in bad weather conditions, as the lens becomes easily clouded by salt and road residue." ConclusionThe 2008 Acura TL provides a high level of standard safety features and good value for the consumer.  2008 ACURA TL STYLING | [8 out of 10] Car and Driver: "an attractive blend of style and luxury" Kelley Blue Book: "can be confused with no other in the segment" ConsumerGuide: "an impressive blend of sport and luxury" The 2008 Acura TL retains its place in the market as a classy ...

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When it comes to entry-lux mid-size sedans, there is no shortage of candidates that want to suck the bucks out of your bank account. Your choices can be similar to the 2008 Acura TL in that they are front-wheel drive. The Lexus ES and Audi A4 fit here. Certainly the Audi is the most sporting of the group, but it may not be the easiest car to live with over the long haul.

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Comments (2 total)

  1. By Tanika #1, Posted: 10/6/2008

    Acura TL

    THE CAR IS BANGING!! I AM GOING TO BUY ONE IN JANUARY 09; A WHITE W. BEIGE INTERIOR TO CELEBRATE THE NEW YEAR! =] CANT WAIT TO PULL UP IN MY HIGH SCHOOL DRIVING THIS..

  2. By Nimisha #2, Posted: 7/21/2009

    Love my second hand TL which I bought from a friend

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