2011 Acura TL Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

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Crash Test Rating
Source   NHTSA
MPG (up to)
17 -18 City / 25 -26 HWY
Source FuelEconomy.gov
Horsepower
280 -305
Seats
5
Front passenger 3/4 w/ wheels turned.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Brenda N
Wide body style with reliable performance.
High quality and stable features. The seating is supportive and comfortable. Nice tech features. My favorite part of the car is the body style. 2009-2011 have the wide style that appeals to me. They changed the style thereafter. The sound system is also fantastic.
accountCircle Alan K
Acura tl technology package one of the finest machines I have driven.
The problems with my Acura tl technology package is that it could have better gas mileage. The performance of the car is outright one of the best feeling I have had in an Acura tl and this is probably one of the smoothest rides that I have been in. The acceleration is a very good asset to the vehicle and makes the ride enjoyable. The reliability of the car is one of the best in my eyes. Acura has always builds top notch machines and this is the only brand of cars that I enjoy driving. The comfort of the vehicle makes is fantastic. The leather seats which has seat warmers makes it a great asset. I enjoy the audio system, GPS navigation, shift paddles, and all of the technology factors in this machine. I would recommend this car for anyone who's wants a nice smooth ride with some sports power to it.
accountCircle Hayley H
Fantastic, fun, reliable car for all households!
Great on gas. Comfortable seating with lots of legroom. Easy user friendly GPS. Warm heated seats. Lots of space in the trunk for easy travel. Quick to accelerate up to freeway speeds. Back up camera. Keyless push start option makes it nice as well as a sensor on door handle for easy unlocking.
accountCircle Ron R
Maintenance costs are high.
I love how it handles, the acceleration and the technology. I just wish it would get a little better gas mileage. Maintenance costs are high for this vehicle.
accountCircle Felicia C
Comfort, handling, and sleekness is everything in the Acura tl.
It performs well when services regularly. No problems at all. Gets great gas mileage performs well and handles great. The handling and steering is great. I love the car. The regular oil and maintenance avoids service interruptions and problems. The comfort and sleekness of this car will not go out of style.
accountCircle greg M
So far, in 7 years, nothing has gone wrong.
It's a great and stylish car. It handles well. It has great acceleration.
accountCircle Cynthia H
Great car with great extra.
This car is definitely a great car it handles good drives great the design on everything inside is right where it should be has lots of plus about it like driving a up graded car. I have never had anything go wrong besides putting brakes on it changing the oil. Has and awesome radio system.
accountCircle Jo R
Acura tl is above all other cars the market offers to date.
My Acura tl is awesome! It is extremely reliable, very fast, spacious and comfortable. It provides functions specific to my driving. It performs well on ice and slick roads. The only negative aspect is the cost of maintenance and having to use the highest grade of gas.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Kaitlyn S
It gets me where I need to go.
Transmission issues. Leak in the power steering. Has a lot of space inside but would be better equipped if it had more cup holders. It does have heated seats and a sunroof. It has adjustable chairs in the front to suit the driver and passenger. Heat and air conditioning throughout the vehicle. Plenty of space for animals or camping gear when the seats are all laid down in the back.
accountCircle Teah B
Acura tl not luxurious and is crowded.
The performance of the vehicle is great. The middle compartment top leather has been worn and has easily ripped and needs to be replaced. The gas mileage is great. The dash seems too close and too big. The overall sizing of comfort is very small. I am not a huge fan of this model/year of this car.
accountCircle Monica L
I would recommended it. I like it. It is a joy to use
It is great. It is fast. It is reliable. It is cute.
accountCircle Michael B
Acura tl. Pros and cons from a several year owner.
The Acura tl is a comfortable small sized sedan that gets pretty good gas mileage. It handles well and has decent legroom and trunk space for a car its size. It runs quite well, however when something does mess up it is a pain and expensive to fix. I have also experienced recurring seal problems that have allowed moisture into the car and eventually ruined my speakers. It is also a bit hard to see out the rear window due to the angle and size of it.
accountCircle Ari O
Drives decently and it got comfortable seats!
My Acura isn't the best car but it definitely gets me to where I need to go. It drives decently and it's got comfortable seats. It's not all that in terms of speed. I feel like it takes forever for it to pick up the pace and start moving. It lags for me. Not a huge fan of the sound system but it does the job.
accountCircle Jakob M
It is a vehicle that is pretty good and gets you to where you need to be.
Goes through gas and oil really fast. It has a lot of nice features though. Including: seat warmers, start button, 4wd, it is automatic, and it has multiple ports. The speakers in the car are really good but the older and more time that passes the more issues that come up but that happens with all cars. It kind of goes through gas pretty fast but other than that there is not really any issues.
accountCircle Anthony M
It is a great car that runs very well in all seasons!
My car is quite a basic model. It is normal and average in every aspect, but gives me exactly what I need; reliability and endurance. It drives smooth, and runs very well despite me putting numerous miles from commuting in it.

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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Base
305 HP 20 MPG 5 Seats
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Tech
280 HP 21 MPG 5 Seats
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Tech 18 Wheels
280 HP 21 MPG 5 Seats
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Tech Man
305 HP 20 MPG 5 Seats
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Tech Auto
305 HP 20 MPG 5 Seats
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Tech HPT Man
305 HP 20 MPG 5 Seats
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Tech HPT Auto
305 HP 20 MPG 5 Seats
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2011 Acura TL Owner Reviews

4.25
44 Reviews
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5 stars 45%
4 stars 39%
3 stars 11%
2 stars 5%
1 star 0%
accountCircle Shigeru T on April 29, 2021
2011 Acura tl sh-AWD is the best bang for your buck.
The 2011 Acura tl have the most comfortable seats I have sat in for a car. It feels as though you are in a leather lazy boy recliner that hugs you. The 11 speaker audio is crisp and clean. With this car you will be getting more bang for the buck. I highly recommend this car.
accountCircle Teah B on April 12, 2021
Acura tl not luxurious and is crowded.
The performance of the vehicle is great. The middle compartment top leather has been worn and has easily ripped and needs to be replaced. The gas mileage is great. The dash seems too close and too big. The overall sizing of comfort is very small. I am not a huge fan of this model/year of this car.
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Pros from Owners

likeFilled Rene M.

Great handling smooth ride and also stylish. Fun to drive and reliable. Fast and safe and also has decent room for a sport sedan. I have had car for 6 years and love it still and wouldn't want to get rid of it. Top of the line technology as well.

Cons from Owners

dislikeFilled Rene M.

Gas mileage is a little low and I wish it could be a truck in order to haul things and to accomplish some of my hobbies such as hunting and fishing easier. It is certainly fulfilling my other needs but that is one.

Ranks #13 Luxury Small Cars by Owners

The 2011 Acura TL has an average owner rating of 4.30 out of 5 which ranks it #13 of 18 other Luxury Small Cars.

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2011 Volvo S60
4.78
2
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2011 INFINITI G37
4.64
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2011 Acura TL
4.25

Ranks #6 Luxury Small Cars by Fuel Economy

The 2011 Acura TL has a combined MPG of 30 which ranks it #6 of 18 other Luxury Small Cars.

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2011 Audi A3
42 MPG
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2011 BMW 3 Series
36 MPG
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2011 Acura TL
26 MPG

Is The 2011 Acura TL A Good Car?

Yes, it's a good vehicle! No major issues and only scheduled maintenance so far. It's fun to drive and is roomy.
Laura V.

How Reliable Is The 2011 Acura TL?

I bought it new in 2011 and have only had maintenance work done on it. It's been very reliable and I like the informational indicators for oil life, tire pressure, and slippery surfaces in winter.
Jeff B.

Is The 2011 Acura TL A Good Value?

I believe it was listed for a bit over $38,000 and I paid $32, 000 for it. I feel it is a good value, my pricing also included winter weather additional floor mats and a trunk tray and net.
Andrea A.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the 2011 acura tl oil type?

Answer: The 2011 Acura TL uses SAE 5W-20 oil in the engine. Acura recommends that You use synthetic oil whenever You need to change it in Your car. The two most common types of oil that You will find these days are...
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Safety & Reliability

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NHTSA Crash Test

Overall

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Side

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*National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
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IIHS Crash Test

Moderate Overlap Front

Side

Roof Strength

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Driver-side Overlap Front

*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety