2001 Acura TL Type S review from North America
"Dollar for dollar the best performing, most reliable sports sedan you can buy"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Nothing. The car gets regular oil changes, tire rotations, etc. I depend on it every day and it has never had a problem of any kind.
General comments?
I was looking for a Lexus when I saw this car. It was the first Type S the dealer ever delivered (03/01). Introduced as an 02 in early 01, it offered more for the dollar than any sports sedan in its class.
The car is tight, quick and comfortable. It handles better than any coupe or sedan I've ever owned.
The 260hp V6 requires premium fuel. When you drive one you will know why.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 2001 |
| First year of ownership | 2002 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | Automatic |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 9 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 0 miles |
| Most recent distance | 34500 miles |
| Previous car | Jeep Grand Cherokee |
| Date of Entry | 18th September, 2002 |