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Re: TL vs. 328i [laurasdada]
by bodble2
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Nov 26, 2008 (1:43 pm)
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Replying to: laurasdada (Nov 26, 2008 12:42 pm)
Bigger is definitely not better in this case. The increased bulk does nothing in terms of aesthetics, weight, performance, gas mileage, or even in terms of any appreciable gains in passenger and cargo room. Actually I don't recall any significant complaints about the previous generation TL being too small. In any comparison test that I recall reading, the TL was actually rated quite high in terms of passenger space and comfort in its class. Maybe Acura thought bigger means more upscale, but there are better ways of creating an upscale look and feel. For my money, for a family/sporty sedan, the '04 - '08 TL is almost bang-on in terms of size.
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- #1266 of 1532
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Re: TL vs. 328i [bodble2]
by bvdj84
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Nov 27, 2008 (7:22 am)
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Replying to: bodble2 (Nov 26, 2008 1:43 pm)
Well, I feel like that if the TSX comes out with an available V6 engine or more powerful engine, then it will really push close to the TL. The TSX has already grown a bit, so if you could get a V6 in the TSX, I would rather have that, than a TL. The TL looks cool, but certainly different. I really prefer the looks of the TSX. I have not seen the TL in person, so going by just pictures alone is not too fair to place an opinion.
I think a few will look more at the TSX, sacrificing the engine power for better size, and looks. The TSX offers a bit more bang for the buck. The TL sets you back alot. Worth it? I am sure it is, but if you can get the same feel in the TSX, why go any higher. The issue is, that the previous TL was so classy, a design that aged very well. Acura really stepped outside the box on the new TL, other companys are doing this too in their designs. I applaud Acura for doing so. I wish they put more inspiration into the new Accord! Putting the Accord coupe looks into it.
I do plan on test driving both the TSX and the TL very soon. I do not plan leasing the TL, but to feel the comparison would be nice. However, the TSX is looking to be a better deal than the Accord. Dealer is 1 hour away, I need to plan on doing this soon!
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- #1267 of 1532
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Re: TL vs. 328i [bvdj84]
by bodble2
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Nov 27, 2008 (9:24 am)
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Replying to: bvdj84 (Nov 27, 2008 7:22 am)
I think Acura's plan has always been to slide the TSX into the slot occupied by the previous TL, and move the TL upmarket. With a V6, the TSX is essentially an updated version of the previous TL. The only thing I like about the new TL is the SH-AWD. I don't care for the new style, and I hate the big bulky exterior. If they put the AWD in the TSX, I wouldn't even look at the TL.
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- #1268 of 1532
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Re: TL vs. 328i [bodble2]
by bvdj84
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Nov 28, 2008 (7:20 am)
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Replying to: bodble2 (Nov 27, 2008 9:24 am)
Exactly, put AWD and the V6 in the TSX. That would be a winner! I think the design of the TSX is hot! In black it looks amazing! I saw one in my town, and I actually turned back around, and went to look at it. It is gorgeous. The interior is very sleek! Job well done! It was a senior citizen driving the car..lol, not that it matters, but, kudos to her, but just because I am older, does not mean I need to go get some honkin Buick that is the size of a street block...lol no offense. Drive what you want.
Thats cool for her. I bet the new TL looks better in certain colors. I would love to see the new TSX in red!
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- #1269 of 1532
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Re: TL vs. 328i [bvdj84]
by jpdisarro
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Dec 01, 2008 (9:08 am)
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Replying to: bvdj84 (Nov 28, 2008 7:20 am)
It seems that the TSX will be receiving the V6 by 2010. Hopefully, it will also receive AWD because I also prefer the styling and size of the TSX to those of the TL.
I finally saw the TL in person a few days ago. I don't think the styling is terrible, but it could be improved tremendously if Acura toned down the chrome part on the front to look more like the front of the TSX.
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Cargo Net
by drmike29
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Dec 01, 2008 (11:18 am)
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Has anyone here who has purchased a 2009 TL gotten the cargo nets? I purchased a TL with Tech Package last month and was told that the cargo nets were not yet available. Seems strange to me.
Mike
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by toyoman8
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Dec 06, 2008 (4:32 pm)
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How are the seats in 2009 TL, I drove the TSX and very unconfortable seats perticulary the lumbar support area.
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Re: 2009 TL Redesign
by ftam
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Dec 09, 2008 (8:24 pm)
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Replying to: tlong (Nov 26, 2008 9:15 am)
I am a long time lover of Acuras. Have owned the '89 Integra, '94 Legend and still own '06 TL. All were great cars both in terms of looks, performance and quality. I was waiting on the '09 TL for my next purchase. Then I saw it at the dealership and my plans immediately changed. Don't get me wrong, the cars interior is beautiful and it has lots of bells and whistles--SH-AWD should be interesting. That said, to my eye the exterior is just awful. I kept wanting to like it but realized it kept reminding my of a sedan version of the Pontiac Aztek. I still love the look of my wife's '06 TL. Acura blew it on this one and I believe it will cost them sales of their highest volume vehicle. I went out and bought the Infiniti G35X because I realized I would never come to like the look of the '09 TL.
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- #1273 of 1532
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by toyoman8
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Dec 10, 2008 (1:19 pm)
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lol, in my dealership they have TSX and TL and both cars have different body kits: maan both of those cars look hot. The body kit consists of rear bumper, ground effects, front bumper and nice rims and they painted the front shiny grille to black. I am telling you it looks hot.
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- #1274 of 1532
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Re: [toyoman8]
by bodble2
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Dec 10, 2008 (1:47 pm)
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Replying to: toyoman8 (Dec 10, 2008 1:19 pm)
The true test of whether a car has good styling is if it looks good in base form, not after you're modded it with spoilers, spats, body kits, skirts, aprons, bra, etc, etc.
The TSX has decent, modern styling, but lets face it, the base TL is a bloated, fugly thing.
Doesn't it tell you something if your dealer is putting body kits on, and painting the front grill??!. Do you need any more clues to realize that the car is not looking so hot coming out of the factory? Well, you're a salesman, so......
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