2006 Acura TL Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

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Crash Test Rating
Source   NHTSA
MPG (up to)
20 City / 29 HWY
Source FuelEconomy.gov
Horsepower
258
Seats
5
Front angle medium view.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle James W
Crimson color and the key to my heart.
I love everything about it. It is perfect size for a starting out teenager. Runs great and hardly has problems.
accountCircle L M
Great on gas mileage plus has a lot of room to seat a family of five.
My car is very good on gas mileage. . The car has heated seats, ac, 5 CD player plus satellite radio. The vehicle also has a sunroof. The car is very fast. I really like the car because it has a very huge trunk. The car has cruise control. The trunk is very big in case for travel to carry on a lot of luggage.
accountCircle Jacob M
It is a manual transmission.
I like that it is a 6 speed manual. I have tinted the windows, lowered the suspension, and put new wheels on it for the summer. It also handles very well and is nice to look at.
accountCircle Jaime R
It's does everything I need in a car, and is reliable!
It's reliable, and I don't have to worry about it. It's a luxury car. The only thing I'd change was the height I sit at.
accountCircle Victoria J
It is great besides the gas.
The car handles very well, has a really nice interior, has modern features and power steering and windows; the only issue is the gas mileage not being the best.
accountCircle Walter O
No mechanical or engine problems.
Outstanding automobile. Great les. Acceleration handles wonderful no engine problems over 100k miles.
accountCircle Will s
It is equipped with hand controls.
It is very easy to drive and has a lot of power.
accountCircle Erin D
The side view mirrors tilt down when in reverse so you can see curbs backing up.
It is really reliable. Excellent handling. Lots of great opinions in the interior. Sunroof is fun. Very comfortable interior. Has been known to have transmission problems which I was able to fix with the car’s warranty. It has a lot of trunk space and a pass through into the interior for long objects.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Kristy L
I love the gps, I love the style of the car. My daughter had a Acura and she had no problems but it was a different year and model my mechanic said Acura is a good car all the ones he has worked on had minor problems
I have had to replace the transmission, air conditioning, computer, radiator, motor mounts. I have had a lot of problems I read on the internet that the year they had a lot of problems with the TLs unfortunately it was after I bought it
accountCircle Madeline R
The Acura TL handles very well in good weather and has great gas mileage.
The Acura TL has a terrible turn radius. Because of the design of the car, there are blind spots when looking out of the front windshield. I actually have to move my head around to get a good view of traffic coming to the left or right. It also handles poorly in the snow.
accountCircle Casey O
I wouldn't recommend buying
It is super expensive to repair. The wiring is shorting out on me. Other than that the vehicle is a good a-b vehicle. But it is expensive to use as an everyday car honestly. The gas get sucked up really fast. It wouldn't be my first choice. I needed a car when I got it and this was the cheapest option.
accountCircle Michael Z
Car is old but very functionable.
2004 is an older car now, but it has been great to own for the last 14 years. The technology was near top of the line at the time, and now a bit behind new cars. This would be a great car for a new driver, or just someone who wants reliable transportation with a enough "sport" to be fun to drive.
accountCircle Cynthia K
An oldie but a goodie, especially for the usage it's given me.
My Acura is very reliable. It has been around for more than a decade and although the mileage is high, the functionality is almost perfect. I say almost because the a/c does not work and that is a very terrible thing in the summertime, but other than that everything seems to be okay. Every now and then I also smell a burning smell when I open my window during driving (tire burning) but I take the car to the auto shop very regularly and nothing seems to be wrong. Another thing is that since the car is so old, it is expensive to maintain, but it is built with very high quality.
accountCircle Mai N
I don't have anything to say about my car.
It is a used car so it is not that good as brand new. My leather chairs are ripped, and it got lots of scratches.
accountCircle Travis G
It's good on gas and does not take much to fill the tank.
I like the space and drive. I like the power and feeling. I dislike the age and lack of new features.
accountCircle Erika S
Don't trust this dumb piece of trash. It may look good but it is not.
It looks nice, but I have to get the parts replaced constantly. It's a pain in the a*s. I have no idea what the issue is so I just blame the whole car.

Acura TL Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

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258 HP 25-25 MPG 5 Seats
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Summer Tires
258 HP 25-25 MPG 5 Seats
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Navigation System
258 HP 25-25 MPG 5 Seats
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Summer Tires & Navi
258 HP 25-25 MPG 5 Seats
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2006 Acura TL Owner Reviews

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5 stars 46%
4 stars 26%
3 stars 17%
2 stars 5%
1 star 6%
accountCircle francisco k on May 27, 2021
It is a very reliable vehicle.
I love that it has a very sleek design. The interior is very nice. Also, it runs smoothly.
accountCircle Shantel H on March 17, 2021
A most important thing people should know about my car is that it is great on gas
My Acura TL is very reliable. It runs great even though it is a little older. It is a comfy car to travel in and has enough space to comfort friends.
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Pros from Owners

likeFilled Andre T.

The suspension is amazing. The interior looks great the navigation is extremely helpful and easy to use very practical seat warmers are a big plus! Very roomy and comfortable classy all around. Cons of the car I would pretty much just say the back seats not going down is the only complaint I have. Since I do a lot of outdoor stuff and need a lil extra room in the trunk for larger items at times it would be more convenient be able to pop the back seat down and not have to be careful with my leather seats with my equipment.

likeFilled Isabel A.

Fast, roomy. Great sound system it is really good on gas. Now. I am the engine is not loud. So it is very quiet. It is reliable so that you do not. Get broken on side of road. I can fit four people comfortably with a badge and there's plenty of room in the trunk for luggage.

Cons from Owners

dislikeFilled Andre T.

Cons the only con I have is the back seat not folding down. It is inconvenient with larger items and having to be careful with my leather seats. Having to put a blanket or cloth to protect them from my equipment is inconvenient other than that no other complaint.

dislikeFilled Isabel A.

Mouth only thing about it is that if it does break down, then it will cost a lot to fix parts and also that the oil that it takes is the more expensive oil. It is not just the regular conventional cheap oil that you.

Ranks #9 Luxury Small Cars by Owners

The 2006 Acura TL has an average owner rating of 4.31 out of 5 which ranks it #9 of 14 other Luxury Small Cars.

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2006 Acura TSX
4.63
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2006 INFINITI Q45
4.5
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2006 Acura TL
4.19

Ranks #3 Luxury Small Cars by Fuel Economy

The 2006 Acura TL has a combined MPG of 30 which ranks it #3 of 14 other Luxury Small Cars.

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2006 Audi A3
31 MPG
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31 MPG
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29 MPG

Is The 2006 Acura TL A Good Car?

Yes. It's roomy. Its sleek. And have had no performance issues. Have had it for quite some time now works good in the snow. Lower clearance is a pain.
N G.
Yes. It is a good balance of function and fun, while also being nice to look at. I drive mine about 45 miles everyday.
David E.
Yes my 2006 Acura tl base is a good and reliable vehicle. It has never broken down, it has little maintenance besides normal preventive maintenance.
Sabrina V.
Yes it is. The only downfall is gas. Premium gas is going up, and it is burning a hole in my pocket. Otherwise I absolutely love my car.
aly r.
Yes as long as I keep the everyday maintenance up on the car the car will drive like a new car no matter how old the car is.
Antionette M.
Yes, the 2006 Acura TL is a good vehicle. It is comfortable and runs well. The heated seats are very nice to have in the wintertime.
Lauren R.
Yes, it is a great vehicle for me and my two children. It’s a safe car with some great amenities. Power seats and windows, heated seats, and radio/CD player.
Teresa J.

How Reliable Is The 2006 Acura TL?

No performance issues. I dislike some cosmetic choices. Also the height leaves you to rubbing quite often. I dislike the cup holder set up and dash.
N G.
Yes, I have had no problems beyond scheduled maintenance. All that has needed replaced are tires, brake pads, and so on.
David E.
My 2006 Acura tl base is very reliable. The only notorious issue is the control arm can break, but mine never has. It is a very reliable car.
Sabrina V.
No just gas mileage to be honest. You have to have a good job in order to afford gas. It is expensive.
aly r.
Well my car was a used vehicle so I had to put in extra work being that my car was previously own by someone else.
Antionette M.
My particular 2006 Acura TL was previously owned by someone else and has had several problems. The cost of replacing parts is also higher than other vehicles.
Brab S.
Yes my Acura is a very reliable car. It gives me notifications when something is wrong with your car.
Rodney A.

Is The 2006 Acura TL A Good Value?

I bought it preowned local seller for 4,000. I think for the kbb beings in the 3-6k range it was fair.
N G.
I bought mine for 4000$; since I haven't had to put any extra money into repairs, it is a great value.
David E.
I believe that a 2006 Acura tl base is a good cost, especially for being considered a luxury vehicle.
Sabrina V.
5,000-6,000 yes it is a good value to me. But the older models sell pretty cheaply on the internet. Unless it has nothing wrong with it.
aly r.
I don't know the exact value of my 2006 Acura tl but when I looked it up it was valued at about 55000.
Antionette M.
My 2006 Acura TL was purchased from another owner. The price was a pretty good deal considering the mileage, however the cost of maintenance and the premium gas has made it less of a value.
Ivan A.
I am not sure how much these cars cost. I got mine used from someone through Craigslist and I paid under $5,000 for it.
Kayla P.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the 2006 Acura TL life expectancy?

Answer: The life expectancy of the 2006 Acura TL comes down to a couple factors such as how well it is taken care of and simply how lucky You are. With proper maintenance and luck it can last anywhere from 150,000...

What's the 2006 Acura TL crank sensor location?

Answer: The crankshaft position sensor on the 2006 Acura TL is located near the engine's crankshaft, and relays information about the crankshaft's position as it rotates. The functional objective for the crankshaft...

Does the 2006 Acura TL have backup camera?

Answer: Yes, the 2006 Acura TL came factory standard with a back up camera across all trim levels. Acura is Honda's brand of luxury vehicles so they usually come with these special features that You usually have to pay...

What's the 2006 acura tl oil type?

Answer: The 2006 Acura TL oil type iS5w-20. Your oil needs to be changed eventually. Every 5,000 to 10,000 miles is a good rule of thumb. If You don't change it, there will be problems with the engine. Having high...

What's the 2006 acura tl headlight bulb size?

Answer: The low and high headlight bulb size on the 2006 Acura TL is D2S. If You want to know the size of the turn signals and parking lights then they are 7443. It's important to make sure before You drive at night...
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Safety & Reliability

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