2008 Acura TL Type-S FWD Automatic
DISCLOSURE
Key Features
Vehicle Details
- Bi-xenon high-intensity discharge (HID) headlights w/auto-on/off feature
- Body color door handles
- Chip resistant rocker panels
- Fog lights
- Heat-absorbing green-tinted glass
- Heated pwr mirrors w/memory, dual reverse-gear tilt down, integrated directional signals
- LED taillights
- Pwr operated moonroof w/tilt, auto-open/close, auto-reverse, key-off operation
- Rear lip spoiler
- Smoked side marker lights
- Speed-sensitive intermittent windshield wipers
- (2) 12-volt pwr outlets
- 2-tone seats w/sport side bolsters
- 3-spoke leather-wrapped collapsible tilt & telescoping steering wheel w/audio, cruise, phone, multi-info display, voice recognition, Bluetooth control
- Active Noise Cancellation
- AcuraLink satellite communication system w/real-time traffic *Available in 48 contiguous United States*
- Adjustable front & rear headrests
- Aluminum with cross hatch finish console & door trim
- AM/FM stereo w/6-disc in-dash CD changer-inc: (8) speakers
- Auto-dimming rearview mirror
- Carpeted front/rear floor mats
- Dual illuminated vanity mirrors
- Dual zone/mode automatic climate control w/GPS linked solar sensing climate control, rear vents
- Front center console w/adjustable armrest, dual level storage
- Front door storage compartments w/sunglasses holder
- Front/rear overhead map lights
- HandsFreeLink wireless telephone interface w/phonebook exchange
- Heated perforated leather bucket seats w/8-way pwr driver, 4-way pwr passenger seat adjusters & driver pwr lumbar, memory
- HomeLink programmable transmitter
- In-trunk storage tray, shopping bag hook, cargo net
- Integrated glass antenna
- Keyless entry system w/memory settings
- LED back-lit instruments w/progressive illumination
- Maintenance Minder system
- MP3 player auxiliary input jack
- Navigation system w/voice recognition, rearview camera *Available in 48 contiguous United States*
- Outside Temp Gauge
- Programmable red ambient cabin lighting
- Pwr door locks
- Pwr windows w/auto up-down, auto-reverse, key-off operation, remote & driver door lock operated window open function
- Rear seat center armrest w/locking trunk pass-through
- Remote trunk/fuel door release
- Seatback pockets
- Theft deterrent system w/electronic immobilizer
- Tire pressure monitor w/location & pressure indicators
- Trip Computer
- XM satellite radio *Available in 48 contiguous United States* *First 90 days are compliments of Acura*
- 17 x 8 alloy wheels
- 3.5L SOHC PGM-FI 24-valve VTEC V6 engine
- 4-wheel anti-lock braking system (ABS) w/electronic brake force distribution, brake assist
- 5-speed sequential SportShift automatic transmission w/OD, F1-style paddle shifters on steering wheel, grade logic control, shift-hold control
- Drive-by-wire throttle system
- Front wheel drive
- Front/rear stabilizer bars
- Independent double wishbone front suspension
- Independent multi-link double wishbone rear suspension
- Integrated quad outlet exhaust
- P235/45WR17 all-season tires
- Pwr Brembo ventilated front/solid rear disc brakes w/(4) piston calipers
- Variable pwr-assisted torque-sensing rack & pinion steering
- Vehicle stability assist (VSA) system w/traction control
- 3-point seat belts
- 4-wheel anti-lock braking system (ABS) w/electronic brake force distribution, brake assist
- Childproof rear door locks
- Collapsible steering column
- Dual stage dual threshold front airbags
- Emergency trunk release
- Front seat belt height adjusters, load limiters, pretensioners
- Front side-impact airbags w/passenger occupant position detection system
- Front/rear crumple zones
- Front/rear side-curtain airbags
- Rear child seat tether anchors (LATCH)
- Side-impact door beams
- Vehicle stability assist (VSA) system w/traction control
Model Highlights
The front-wheel-drive 2008 Acura TL continues to offer one of the best combinations of luxury and performance in its segment. The entry-level engine is a 3.2L SOHC V6 that produces 258 horsepower and is paired with a five-speed sequential SportShift automatic transmission. A 286-horsepower 3.5L V6 is standard in the resurrected Type-S. It is mated to a six-speed manual transmission, but can also be ordered with the same five-speed found in the base TL. Regardless of the engine, you get a roomy, comfortable four-door sedan that comes with standard features more often found in the top-echelon luxury cars. An eight-way power driver's seat, heated front seats, a power moonroof, and dual zone climate control are just a few of the luxury items. The audio system is outstanding, with XM satellite radio found alongside the standard six-CD changer and surround sound DVD audio. Every TL also comes packed with safety features, including side, front, and curtain air bags, anti-lock brakes, and traction control. Aside from the potent V6 and six-speed stick, the Type-S adds stiffer springs, 17-inch alloy wheels, Brembo disc brakes, a sport exhaust, distinct exterior and interior styling, and active noise cancellation. The only option on the TL is for a satellite navigation system, which happens to be one of the very best systems available. It includes voice-recognition and real-time traffic information. Since the nav system is standard on the Type-S, aside from selecting the transmission and the color, the only decision to make on Acura's performance flagship is whether or not to swap the all-season tires with summer performance treads. But more important than the gadgets is the driving experience, and the TL is a wonderful mixture of fun and relaxation. With the Type-S, it verges on exhilarating.
Equipment
- Traction Control
- Stability Control
- Front Wheel Drive
- Tires - Front Performance
- Tires - Rear Performance
- Aluminum Wheels
- Power Steering
- 4-Wheel Disc Brakes
- ABS
- Brake Assist
- Sun/Moonroof
- Generic Sun/Moonroof
- Rear Spoiler
- HID headlights
- Automatic Headlights
- Fog Lamps
- Heated Mirrors
- Power Mirror(s)
- Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors
- Mirror Memory
- Intermittent Wipers
- Variable Speed Intermittent Wipers
- Power Driver Seat
- Power Passenger Seat
- Leather Seats
- Bucket Seats
- Heated Front Seat(s)
- Driver Adjustable Lumbar
- Seat Memory
- Pass-Through Rear Seat
- Floor Mats
- Cruise Control
- Adjustable Steering Wheel
- Steering Wheel Audio Controls
- Leather Steering Wheel
- Bluetooth Connection
- Immobilizer
- Trip Computer
- Navigation System
- Back-Up Camera
- Telematics
- Bluetooth Connection
- Tire Pressure Monitor
- Power Windows
- Power Door Locks
- Keyless Entry
- Power Door Locks
- Remote Trunk Release
- Universal Garage Door Opener
- Climate Control
- Multi-Zone A/C
- A/C
- AM/FM Stereo
- CD Changer
- CD Player
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Satellite Radio
- Requires Subscription
- Power Outlet
- Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror
- Driver Vanity Mirror
- Passenger Vanity Mirror
- Driver Illuminated Vanity Mirror
- Passenger Illuminated Visor Mirror
- Front Reading Lamps
- Rear Reading Lamps
- ABS
- Brake Assist
- Driver Air Bag
- Passenger Air Bag
- Front Side Air Bag
- Passenger Air Bag Sensor
- Front Head Air Bag
- Rear Head Air Bag
- Child Safety Locks
- Emergency Trunk Release
- Traction Control
- Stability Control