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Replying to: eg424 (Apr 15, 2009 9:51 pm) Same thing when you go on an out of town trip. That will give you your highway mileage. You will then know not only what your real MPG is, burt also how the computer compares.
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Replying to: maxbeta (Apr 19, 2009 6:32 pm)
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Hi folks, I need some advice on which TL to get (FWD or SH-AWD). Getting close to purchasing a new TL tech to replace my 2002 RSX. I live in SoCal where the AWD is not likely to be helpful due to the stable weather conditions. I do however make freq trips through the mountains (I-8 East) where occassional sleet and snow can develop in the winter months at altitude. Also the interstate itself is known for winding curves, steep grades, and high winds. My goal is safety above performance. I am a careful driver in general. Does the SH-AWD features add substantially to the safety of the vehicle? or is it only a performance advantage?
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Replying to: sdcares (Apr 23, 2009 11:11 am) 
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I'm puzzled at all of the negative commentary regarding the styling and appearance of the 2009 Acura TL. I went to the Denver auto show the first weekend in April. Turnout on the last day was greater than I've ever seen on a last day previously. Acura had two TLs on display (FWD and AWD) and there was a continuos line of people waiting to sit in both. Obviously they weren't turned off by the TL's new styling. There were several oohs and awes from the folks looking at the TL. I know that the TL's looks impressed the wife and I.  I'd say it was one of the bigger attractions at the auto show, with the biggest attraction being the Aston Martin display. We also wanted to view some of the TL's principle competitors, so we checked out the Lexus ES350. Only one rather bland looking one on display and no lines.  In fact, not much traffic at all in the Lexus area. Wanted to see the new Nissan Maxima, but Nissan chose to skip the show, so no go.  Checked out the Infinity G37 and it is quite good looking, but still (same as the prior design of the G35) too small. It is truly a compact car. Much too tight a fit for these old bones. We are looking to replace our '99 Chrysler 300M, so we are used to having some space in our sports sedan. Didn't bother with any of the European competitors because I view them as over-priced and generally small and content-lacking unless you go big dollars. In addition, styling isn't the strong point for most of them. Also didn't see many American-made competitors, save the Cadillac CTS. Nice looking car with impressive performance, but again too small. Really a compact car like the Infinity G37. Wife (43 years old) bumped her head just trying to get into it. The CTS was getting a lot of show traffic though. So, in conclusion, I sure didn't see any evidence that the Acura TLs styling was turning people off. Can't wait until June when financially all will be go to buy one. Need to get out and test drive a couple to decide between FWD and AWD. Really concerned about the stiff ride comments concerning the AWD model as we have had to tolerate that for 10 years with the 300M.
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Replying to: cebteb (Apr 24, 2009 12:46 pm) As for AWD vs FWD, having been a veteran 4x4 owner,(and operating a snowplow service for a number of years) I have strong feelings about the difference between the 2. In the northeast, snow and other types of slippery conditions are a part of life. There are some of the uninformed who think that FWD is like driving a Jeep. It ain't the case. If you are in an area like that, strongly consider the AWD. I tested both, more than once. Honestly, I didn't know about the harder ride until I read about it, and I guess I let the power of suggestion make me think the ride is harder. The car is so quiet and smooth I would describe the overall driving feel as 'stealthy". 
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Replying to: cebteb (Apr 24, 2009 12:46 pm) It is an "edgy design". As such... it is not for everyone. I will tell you that I get nothing but positive comments from friends and strangers. I am sure that color combinations can impact one's opinion of the styling. For example, I did not like the car in black but thought that the red pearl looked "rich". I do find that younger people especially like the looks of the car. One person, at work, said he thought the TL looked like a concept design that actually reached the streets. I remember the shouts of horror when the BMW 5 Series was redesigned. I think the negative comments, about its backend, were almost universal. Fast forward to today. The 5 series is one of the most ubiquitous models seen in Southern California.
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