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2009 Acura TL - Expert Reviews

MSRP: $34,955 - $43,235 See Local Classifieds
 
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Edmunds
2009 acura tl Professional Edmunds Review

...Pros: Tons of user-friendly high-tech features, spacious cabin, smart all-wheel-drive system, superb available surround-sound stereo. Cons: Interior lacks...

MSN Autos
Flash Drive: 2009 Acura TL

...In fact it’s a challenge to think of any way that one Acura stands out from another, except in size and number of doors. As for me, I’d like a car with a...

CarGurus
CarGurus' Review for 2009 acura tl

...Cool gadgets raise the fun level, but come with expensive pricetags...

Cars.com
2009 Acura TL Professional Cars.com Review

...They also have an attractive sliding cover. My favorite feature was the center armrest's sliding drawer. Yep, there's a shallow drawer that pops out at a touch...

Cars.com
2009 Acura TL Professional Cars.com Review

...Price as tested: $43,995, including freight and options (SH-AWD with technology and summer-tire packages). On the Road rating: 8.5 (of a possible 10). Prices...

Cars.com
2009 Acura TL Professional Cars.com Review

...and brake assist Side-impact and side curtain airbags Electronic stability system Three-point seat belts in all positions Active head restraints for front seats...

Cars.com
2009 Acura TL Professional Cars.com Review

...Safety : Excellent. Acura offers a complete compliment of electronic safety devices, airbags and structural improvements. Pros: Affordable luxury car with...

Cars.com
2009 Acura TL Professional Cars.com Review

...The base audio system has eight speakers, 276 watts, a six-disc CD changer, AM/FM radio, XM, Bluetooth audio, a USB port and an auxiliary jack for an iPod or...

Cars.com
2009 Acura TL Professional Cars.com Review

...Here's hoping that it's the beginning of a trend. ON WHEELS WITH WARREN BROWN Listen from noon to 1 p.m. Tuesdays on WMET World Radio (1160 AM) or...

Cars.com
2009 Acura TL Professional Cars.com Review

...AM/FM/DVD player, MP3 capability and auxiliary jack, push-button start, side-curtain air bags and the voiced-activated navigation. Skip the Tech package and...


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The Audi A4, also redesigned for 2009, is a front-wheel-drive-biased vehicle just like the TL, but Audi has taken great pains to move its mass rearward and make it a sportier, more engaging drive—and they succeeded.

BMW's 3-Series is the benchmark for its class due to its magical ride/handling combination, but it's a tighter fit inside and options are pricey.

The Cadillac CTS presents as strong a styling statement as the TL, yet does so in an appealing way; rear-wheel drive, a well-sorted chassis, great powertrains, and a sumptuous interior complete a compelling package.

Starting in the low thirties, yet with an interior that comes within inches of a Mercedes S550 for richness and room, the rear-wheel-drive Hyundai Genesis sedan is the value leader here, but soft handling means it won't win in the slalom.

Volkswagen's Passat also brings great value and a stunning interior to the table, but just like the TL, its front-wheel-drive setup won't thrill driving enthusiasts.


 
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