2003 Acura TL Type S review from North America
"Nice car, questionable transmission"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Bought a TL Type S with 28,500 miles. Heard about transmission problems, but thought I was purchasing Honda reliability.
Recently, with 32000 miles, the transmission started slipping + rough shifts. I have not abused this car (I have floored it 3 or 4 times but thought that this is why I bought a type S). Luckily I purchased an extended warranty as my VIN number is not covered to 109,000 miles.
So far my Triumph TR-6 was more reliable!
General comments?
Comfortable, fast.
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| Excellent performer with questionable transmission |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 2003 |
| Year of manufacture | 2003 |
| First year of ownership | 2008 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2008 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.2 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 1 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 28500 miles |
| Most recent distance | 32000 miles |
| Previous car | Toyota Camry |
| Date of Entry | 14th June, 2008 |