What Its Like Daily Driving an Acura TL - Revisited

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  • @DreamMaker_970
    @DreamMaker_970 4 ปีที่แล้ว +124

    One of the most underrated luxury sport sedans ever 💯

    • @acuraracing5205
      @acuraracing5205 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      My TL has 200,000 Miles and I am running it against 392 Hemi's and every other 2020 car on the interstate!😎👍🏿. The S mode is great. It let's the RPM',s rev higher, and it downshifts and upshifts automatically. 😎👍🏿

    • @kaymccall2578
      @kaymccall2578 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I AGREE💯✔🖒❤😎💙💔💛😃💚

    • @hoseathomas1359
      @hoseathomas1359 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Thats actually a good thing u can pick one up for a good price unlike a lexus gs 350

    • @matthewtodaro5729
      @matthewtodaro5729 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I had one for 2 years. I thought it was a very good car but the struts went at 115000 miles and they wanted $2000 for them. I decided to get a 2017 wrx limited instead, and I find it more fun to drive and still very comfortable.

    • @ramaj15
      @ramaj15 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      2010 Tl awd manual has the best of both worlds, performance, liability, and comfort.

  • @abrhe
    @abrhe 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I just bought this car! I'm picking it up from the dealership tomorrow, upgrading from a 2006 Honda Accord EX, 275k/km to a 2014 Acura TL SH-AWD..305hp, 147k/km. Super excited

  • @don65
    @don65 6 ปีที่แล้ว +35

    Great video
    I own a 2014 TL SH-AWD ADVANCE and everything you mention is true, it's a great vehicle to own. It still gives me great joy and pleasure to drive every day just like when I pulled it off the lot new, I could never say that about any other car.

  • @yacob2776
    @yacob2776 4 ปีที่แล้ว +61

    Finally! Someone that uses their turn signals. It drives me crazy when people don't do that.

    • @kaymccall2578
      @kaymccall2578 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I AGREE. Me 2💯🖒✔😎💙

    • @amaris5145
      @amaris5145 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Come to Houston and you'll see it's a nightmare 🤣✌️

    • @kingaza7734
      @kingaza7734 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hm turn signals?🤔

    • @bollie4431
      @bollie4431 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Oh really 🤔

    • @user-mj8zf4qq7u
      @user-mj8zf4qq7u ปีที่แล้ว

      Real men dont use blinkers

  • @999shazam
    @999shazam 4 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    I owned 2010 TL and loved it. Actually looked forward to driving it daily. The ELS sound system on technology package is awesome! Acura lost the touch with being sport sedans when they came out with TLX.

    • @ramaj15
      @ramaj15 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      999shazam Acura fell off with the tlx. Hopefully the new type-s tlx will bring Acura back back into conversations

    • @mrdave777
      @mrdave777 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yeah. I believe some of these comments haven’t even driven a TLX. My TL is an automatic, does that make it worse than it’s 6spd counterpart?

    • @RedSquirrelHunter
      @RedSquirrelHunter ปีที่แล้ว

      yes@@mrdave777

  • @Edsecondstocomply
    @Edsecondstocomply 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I just traded my 09 Civic Si in towards a 12 TL SHAWD automatic. A left knee injury 7 years ago from weight lifting and martial arts has finally caught up to me and hurts too much to commute in a stick every day (I still have a RHD EG6 Si-R for the weekends).
    I wish I had gotten a TL sooner. Its really great. I also was in the market for a TLX or RLX FWD but decided against thrm in favor of the TL.

    • @TommyBlazeHD
      @TommyBlazeHD 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ed209 10 seconds to comply I too have a 2009 Civic Si sedan. It’s very clean, and treats me well. I’m thinking about getting a 3rd gen TL-S or 4th gen TL. A Lexus IS350 is also on my list, but I think G37 is too much of a gas guzzler. Once I get a new job, I think I’ll do the switch. But I wanted to ask you, what you like about the TL over the Civic Si?

  • @robertborne895
    @robertborne895 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    As the owner of a 2012 with a 6-speed manual and SH-AWD, I can say that you made a great choice. I just wish that they had a Type-S version with maybe 350->375hp.

    • @dc2k453
      @dc2k453 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Would you still recommend it today? I mean with the maintenance/gas price… is it really worth it? I know it’s going to be a lot more inexpensive than a brand new luxury car, but this is literally the best and only luxury sedan with a manual and V6 thats left to buy unfortunately…

    • @robertborne895
      @robertborne895 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@dc2k453 I most certainly would recommend the 2009->2014 Acura TL. Rides really well. Very good handling. Gas mileage is so-so (around 21 combined), but worth it

  • @danielramotowski5187
    @danielramotowski5187 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I’m going to get a 2012-14 TL soon as my new daily driver. 2WD though, since I think the SH-AWD might have too rough of a ride. Nice car. Very underrated. And my favorite Acura model ever! 👍

    • @jesusb9562
      @jesusb9562 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Did you get it?

    • @danielramotowski5187
      @danielramotowski5187 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Oh hey. Haha not yet. Maybe sometime this spring I’ll be out looking for one 😂 there’s quite a few not far from where I live

    • @chikku807
      @chikku807 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I'm really getting into this car rn, also aiming for a 12-14 sh awd

    • @carlosjavier1368
      @carlosjavier1368 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hi, I live in Panama, probably I'll get a TL 2WD soon ;)

    • @premiumc2282
      @premiumc2282 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@danielramotowski5187got it ?

  • @invin7215
    @invin7215 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for the video! Glad to hear it does well in the snow. I usually end up driving roads that I shouldn't every winter.

    • @owenolivarria9368
      @owenolivarria9368 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I live in Tahoe with this car and I’ve never had any issues driving in deep snow. It handles in ice very well too.

  • @robertjackson7590
    @robertjackson7590 5 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    My wifes 12 Advance TL is really great to drive and fun on the open road. I would suggest buffing yours out and a good ceramic coat like Gyeon Pure or Armor Shield IX. If you haven't done it already you'll be surprised at the difference. Ours is white but that black would look really good.
    Cool vid, stay out of trouble.

  • @keithhicks1912
    @keithhicks1912 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’ve had this same car for the last 4 years and I’ve never heard anything sloshing around like gas ect… my 2013 Acura TL has been a pure joy to own and drive!

    • @jesusb9562
      @jesusb9562 ปีที่แล้ว

      It's true though. Next time you fill up listen for it. When I put my car in park and it rocks forward a bit, I can hear the gas sloshing around. It's no big deal though.

  • @scnupe7
    @scnupe7 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I own a 2012 SH AWD TL with MT. 60k miles. I've owned it for 5 years and still love it.

    • @josht.3320
      @josht.3320 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Can I buy it from you 😂?

  • @elijah48
    @elijah48 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Great video, the camera placement helps to understand how the car drives from the front seat. Would've loved to see a sport mode acceleration, overall quality video!

  • @supersabrosinho
    @supersabrosinho 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I've also had my 11 TL for 2 years. I bought it for the looks, I stayed for the driving experience. Although I love my 6MT, I sometimes want the comfort of an automatic 😅

    • @jeremyboard3336
      @jeremyboard3336 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Do you still have it? And have you had any problems with it?

    • @supersabrosinho
      @supersabrosinho 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@jeremyboard3336 yes, this car will be mine for as long as I live. 3.7 TLs have oil consumption issues, some more than others but they all eventually start burning. Also the propeller shaft will eventually fail and sound really loud. Those are 100% problems you'll experience if you own a 3.7. Less common issue is the rear cam pitting and making a ticking sound

    • @jeremyboard3336
      @jeremyboard3336 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@supersabrosinho Ok thanks. I'm looking at one at a dealer with 121k miles for 15k. I know thats way more than what it's worth, but it seems like such a nice car lol

    • @supersabrosinho
      @supersabrosinho 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@jeremyboard3336 test drive it 1st. It's nice but not for everyone. You're probably seeing the good things everyone says about it. I'll give you some of the negative ones

    • @supersabrosinho
      @supersabrosinho 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@jeremyboard3336 it is a gas guzzler. No matter how careful you drive it it will use up a lot of gas. Around Low 20s mpg. Also PREMIUM gas. Trust me on this, you will be tempted to get regular gas for it but it will have audible pings and run like crap. Take that into account for your gasoline bill

  • @yomomma4270
    @yomomma4270 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Bruh! I love the umber interior. So luxurious!

    • @KylePantano
      @KylePantano  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      My favorite thing about it!

  • @ronniesolomon9436
    @ronniesolomon9436 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Fellow owner of a 13 TL, love it!

  • @Bobcat9
    @Bobcat9 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    @5:20 if you can hear fuel sloshing in the tank, that means the cabin must be really quiet to hear it.

  • @Proj3ctLife
    @Proj3ctLife ปีที่แล้ว

    On my 2012 TL I have 19" wheels, lowered on bc racing coilovers and its fully aligned because I have a camber kit in the rear and adjustable upper control arms up front. Its a fkn racecar 🥰

  • @meregaming1770
    @meregaming1770 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm pretty sure that entering paddle shifter mode stops the TL from auto-upshifting. It won't start doing that again unless you come to a slow speed, or hold the paddle for 2+ seconds (that's in D mode, in S mode it won't ever return to auto shifting after you use the paddles until).

  • @derekgil8894
    @derekgil8894 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Since car prices have been going down I’ve been thinking of an 09 TL tbh as my first car my aunt had one and always admired it and wished I could own my own

    • @chicagoakland
      @chicagoakland 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I bought an '09 as my first real car back in '16. No regrets at ALL, it's a legendary car in my opinion.
      My '09 actually got totaled, but I loved the car so much, I immediately bought a '12 TL to replace it.

    • @jesusb9562
      @jesusb9562 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I hope you got it. My first car was an 05 TSX and it got "totaled" the damage wasn't that bad, but due it it's age and millage the insurance company decided it wasn't worth fixing. I got a 2012 TL as my second car and wow is it awesome. The car still gets looks and attention on the road. The ride is very smooth. The TSX was a better handling car though. The TL is just too heavy.

  • @mrpitman6735
    @mrpitman6735 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Hey Kyle being that I own a 2012 AWD drive now for 3weeks and watching your video you were so right bro! And I love the TL sport mode is amazing and this car looks like a 2020 and has some features just as great as a 2020 great video cant tell u how many times I watched it !

  • @frankienieves5124
    @frankienieves5124 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Going on 7 years with my 2009 and daily driver it dont skip a beat in the rain snow or summer I try to look for a another car but for some reason I wont let it go

    • @Olds_Gold
      @Olds_Gold 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      How many miles do you have on it now and when did you do your timing service? I just bought an 09 today with a 97,000 miles . and no history of the timing belt being done

    • @frankienieves5124
      @frankienieves5124 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Olds_Gold just got rid of it three months ago with One hundred thousand miles and it was running like a champ I didn't want to do the timing belt and water pump but u should do the service around that milage ✌️

  • @johnniemckenzie9484
    @johnniemckenzie9484 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I really like this "TL" and I wish that the "2014" had come in a manual transmission.

    • @gregj3369
      @gregj3369 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      There was a manual offered for that year.

  • @kiwis.4228
    @kiwis.4228 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    U treat that car smooooth sounds like you’re talking to a lover, bruh

  • @justinryanbrauer
    @justinryanbrauer 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Bro sport mode all day everyday! You need to go into sport and just drive.

    • @stevenbolen1702
      @stevenbolen1702 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Sport mode puts the car into a different response. Sure it hold the gear longer but it gets the SH-AWD more active. With that said, you aren’t driving casually in sport mode except under 40 mph. Drive I sport mode in wet conditions. Gives so much more confidence in the road.

    • @mrpitman6735
      @mrpitman6735 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I agree its very fun and brings this car out and makes the experience fun

  • @olanrewajuogunsolaray5666
    @olanrewajuogunsolaray5666 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love your camera Angle!

  • @mechanicalmonkey7777
    @mechanicalmonkey7777 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    In today’s crazy used car market where prices are insane would you buy a 2014 with 130k for 11 grand? 2 owners and serviced well

    • @Olds_Gold
      @Olds_Gold 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Today I just paid $13,000 for a 2009 sh-awd 3.7 with 97000 miles and it doesnt even have the tech package...... My butt kind of hurts

    • @patrickboyd3364
      @patrickboyd3364 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      👎

    • @jennahenry4426
      @jennahenry4426 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      We bought a 2010 tl, FW with tech package with 113k miles for $9,900 this week. It was maintained very well. Such a badass car.

  • @brichpmr
    @brichpmr 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    The interior is similar to my 2012 TSX Sport Wagon, which is a rare 'unicorn' these days. The ELS stereo in that TL is outstanding.

    • @jesusb9562
      @jesusb9562 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      There is one on sale near my area. I had to take pictures of it when I saw it. I most likely won't see another one ever again.

  • @AbsoluteMdot
    @AbsoluteMdot 4 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    This will be my next car.

    • @meregaming1770
      @meregaming1770 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Recommend it, I love driving mine every day.

    • @samuellinares2001
      @samuellinares2001 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Love it but the only thing is that it can spend a good amount of gas

    • @lordhave4420
      @lordhave4420 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@samuellinares2001 even for just the 3.5 engine?

    • @samuellinares2001
      @samuellinares2001 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Lord Have yea I have a 2010 tl with the tech package, 3.5 FWD and at best I get 25mpg. Average is 20 but if you gas it a lot expect to get around 15-17 mpg

    • @lordhave4420
      @lordhave4420 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@samuellinares2001 thank you

  • @rubenfalcon3720
    @rubenfalcon3720 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Dude are you driving by the sun set grille in Allentown? Lol. So random. Was looking for reviews on this car and just realized where you were. Small world

  • @efthimios
    @efthimios ปีที่แล้ว

    How’s your tl shawd running! I located a 2012 with 52k miles and full Maintence records and was contemplating for my daughters first car - but I was initially set in a 2013-2015 rx350 so I’m torn what’s safer and most realizable

  • @maxiefacey4340
    @maxiefacey4340 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Anybody out there that doesn't love this 4generation TL don't know about reliability and comfort or how to mentain them super premium gas which is 93 only

  • @samsononyt
    @samsononyt 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    is the technology package worth it? What does it come with?

    • @jstersmithson
      @jstersmithson 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes it's worth it it gives you a lot of extra options

  • @sjsharks2106
    @sjsharks2106 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    How did you fix the oil consumption issue?

  • @stevenmaslauskas2077
    @stevenmaslauskas2077 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great video I own a 12 advanced model SH-AWD and these vehicles are unbelievable in the snow hahaha I went by a BMW X wheel drive SUV stuck in 2.5 feet of snow lmao while I drove by all tires moving hahaha never plan on getting rid of mine, just gotta do this oil consumption test, what Acura dealership did you take yours to?

  • @Mr.Boddie
    @Mr.Boddie ปีที่แล้ว

    I want one of these but they are so expensive even from a private dealer smh 😞

  • @matthewwolfe4509
    @matthewwolfe4509 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So did you sell this for the LS? If so are happy with that move? Considering the tech and interior design is much older than the Acura. I've been looking at both and it's crazy these are in the same price range of an 04+ LS430.

    • @KylePantano
      @KylePantano  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes. Mainly because the LS has been on my radar for a long time. Don’t miss the TL really but that’s not saying it’s a bad car.

  • @willesco5211
    @willesco5211 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Bro, you still got this TL? Just curious since I'm looking to purchase one 2013 but I'm afraid due to the oil consumption issues 😕 lmk if u can tho

    • @quincyrhinehart3635
      @quincyrhinehart3635 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      In that case don’t get 3.7 then get the 3.5 v6 vtec you going to be ok bulletproof Hondas engines

  • @benei6469
    @benei6469 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So im 12 right? My dad has a 2010 tl fwd, he agrees that when im 16 he will het a new car and his tl will be mine, is there any god body kits for this car or mods, pls and thx because this is a realy sexy car.

  • @X1014real
    @X1014real 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    what year is your? I can't hear the fuel sloshing around in mine "2012"

  • @justmag7305
    @justmag7305 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I am considering get this car from 2012 and up. I still can't find common issues on this car that I should watch out for. All I see is some transmission throttle, is there any common issue I should watch out for?

    • @KylePantano
      @KylePantano  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      just mag if you watch my one year review of the car I cover the common issues there

    • @supersabrosinho
      @supersabrosinho 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      AWD models burn oil. They also have noisy propeller shafts

  • @ua7pyro591
    @ua7pyro591 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Oil burning? Do you notice?

  • @d3cr3w08
    @d3cr3w08 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very good

  • @devonpeters9458
    @devonpeters9458 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Random question. I’m looking at the same color combo in a 2012. I’m not a fan of black exteriors, so much so that I’ve considered buying it as it’s a pretty good deal (2012 tech with 84k for $12.5k) and repainting it, haha. Any thoughts on the real life use of a black exterior?

    • @KylePantano
      @KylePantano  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The black is a classy color and looks great when it’s clean. I enjoyed it. Get the windows tinted as it helps to minimize heat in the warmer months that the dark color attracts

    • @devonpeters9458
      @devonpeters9458 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@KylePantano awesome. Thanks for the tips and advice. What do you have now?

  • @pollyl4313
    @pollyl4313 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Im looking to trade in my 2016 honda civic for one of these babies. Ive always wanted a TL and the one with AWD. My civic got stuck in sand last month when I went to the beach and I had some guys help me push it out 😂

  • @jonathantee5355
    @jonathantee5355 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Looking at getting a tlx but I would rather a low klms TL sh AWD V6 in a manual transmission, they are sleepers ,

  • @Applepro90
    @Applepro90 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Did you get rid of the TL?

  • @ukcatfan0302
    @ukcatfan0302 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Like the video! Was wondering if you had ever compared you TL to G37x? I have pretty much narrowed down to those two. I know the g37x has more power but feel like the Acura may be better all around. Thanks!

    • @KylePantano
      @KylePantano  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes I was actually cross shopping that car with the TL. My friend actually has one!

    • @AbsoluteMdot
      @AbsoluteMdot 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      The G37X doesn't compare. The Acura is way better

    • @matthewtodaro5729
      @matthewtodaro5729 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      What about the wrx?

    • @matthewtodaro5729
      @matthewtodaro5729 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Bruh that’s is one of the funniest things I have heard. My grandma used to drive a TL and a majority of people I see with them are well above 40. Wrx is marketed for young crowds. It also doesn’t matter who buys it.

    • @matthewtodaro5729
      @matthewtodaro5729 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I also used to have a TL Shawd, so I know what it is like to drive. Way better with stick on wrx!

  • @GHNairn
    @GHNairn ปีที่แล้ว

    What year is your car

  • @kaymccall2578
    @kaymccall2578 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I ALWAYS LIKED THIS STYLE ACURA TL...IN #BLACK✔💯💔💙

  • @milligeorge4637
    @milligeorge4637 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Can someone tell me where i can get one of those

  • @kaymccall2578
    @kaymccall2578 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    NICE, CLEAN, SHINY AND #BLACK💯❤✔🖒😎💙💔😃💚💛💕

  • @Eric-wj9cu
    @Eric-wj9cu 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    looks like apple valley estates in orefield pa

  • @SadParting97
    @SadParting97 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks aj soprano

  • @michaelbraue240
    @michaelbraue240 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Opinion?I have a chance to purchase one for 15,000 it has 36 ,plus thousand miles yes or no

    • @Ohnobro01
      @Ohnobro01 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Definitely it's a good deal

    • @Pooch187Bklyn
      @Pooch187Bklyn 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I just got a 12 AWD tech package for 16 w/ 47k miles

  • @mab4870
    @mab4870 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Shity on gas ?

  • @ms3173
    @ms3173 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    It looks like the 2009 Honda Accord