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Tuesday, August 2, 2011
2012 Interior of the Acura TSX car specification
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Thursday, June 2, 2011
Acura NSX
Most big companies have engineers, to be sure, but that doesn't mean they are valued. Think about it: if a big company is losing money, the president will never say "I wish we had engineers like those guys at Toyota who figured out how to make cars that don't break." No, it is always "we need better advertising, better marketing, fancier financing, higher salaries for executives", i.e., "we need more MBAs just like me."
Honda simply has better engineers than most other car companies, which is how they went from zero to moderately huge in just two decades. The Accord and Civic are the benchmarks in their respective categories. A few years after they entered Formula One racing, Honda dominated the sport. The NSX is basically the street car built by the Formula One folks.
The NSX removes almost all barriers to heroic driving. Late for an appointment and need to go 80 mph around mountain curves? You won't hear the tires squeal. Getting a call on your cell phone? Nudge the transmission into full auto and the car will shift for you, smooth as a Lexus. Don't want to downshift while descending the Sierra mountains? Good luck getting the ventilated foot-diameter rotors to heat up enough to make the brakes fade. Worried that your $85,000 car and cell phone aren't enough to attract a partner and anxious to get a tan? Take the top off your NSX-T and store it in the ingenious spot above the engine that doesn't rob you of any luggage space.
I wish I could be like one of those studs from Car & Driver magazine and tell you that "the NSX accelerates nicely up to 155 mph when the limiter kicks in harshly" or "the NSX steers neutrally until 0.95 g but then starts to oversteer slightly." But I can't. I'm too old. I'm 32 and believe that I'm going to die one day and I hope it won't be soon. I drove the NSX from Los Angeles to San Francisco and back, about 1000 miles total. Adjusted for the twisty roads along the coast and in the Sierra, I drove faster than I've ever gone in my life. I never came close to any limit imposed by the NSX. I would be scared to test the limits of this car on a public road.
The first thing you notice when you get into the NSX is the comfort. This is not a Porsche or a Ferrari. Nothing is weird, there is no penalty for all the extra capability. After ten minutes, the controls feel as natural as on a car you drive every day. Visibility is superb in all directions and the low cowl prevents claustrophobia. Considering that the engine is about a foot from your ear, the car is reasonably quiet; wind noise is unobtrusive (at least up to 100 mph). Set the temperature you'd like and the automatic climate control system delivers it (I've always hated these systems, but the NSX's works).
Acura NSX. Mark Hopkins hotel. San Francisco. The second thing you notice is the balance. If you haven't driven a mid-engined car, then you owe it to yourself. Whether it is an old Lotus Europa, a Toyota MR2, or the NSX, they all share a delightfully neutral feel. A big part of it is the low polar moment of inertia. Porsches and Corvettes manage to achieve a balanced weight, more or less, by putting heavy stuff on both ends of the car. However, with all that weight so far from the center of mass, the car ends up with a high polar moment of inertia and will resist twisting. Mid-engined cars keep the weight in the middle and are much easier to guide through twisty sections of road.
The third thing you notice is that they got everything right. The factory alarm turned itself off when you unlocked the car with the key (and didn't go off in the middle of the night every night, like my old Clifford). The headlights are clearer and sharper than any you've ever been behind. Your passenger is marveling at the craftsmanship of the leather stitching.
Transmission
Speedometer. Acura NSX. You can get the NSX with a 5-speed manual or 4-speed Formula One-type automatic tranmission. My testosterone-poisoned psyche yearned for a manual transmission, but rationally I knew that all race cars these days have "semi-automatic" transmissions. The console-mounted shifter in my automatic NSX-T had four settings: 4, 3/M, 2, 1. In "4", the car behaves like any other with an automatic transmission: it chooses the best gear from 1 through 4. Shifting into 3/M from a stop, the car starts in first gear. You can accelerate until just before redline and the transmission will not shift. All control has moved into a little stalk by your right index finger. Tip it up and the car will instantly shift into second gear. Another tip up and you're in third gear. Tip it down and the car will shift back to second, assuming that won't result in overrevving the engine.
Cockpit. Acura NSX. Over 10 days, I grew to love this transmission. No matter how powerful the car, automatics never felt really powerful to me. If you want to move, you have to mash the accelerator to the floor and wait a split second for the kick-down switch to engage and the transmission to downshift. I always miss the instant throttle response of a manual. With the NSX, you can quickly tip the car down into second or third gear. With the revs kept high, the throttle response is every bit as good as any manual.
My one complaint with the system is that downshifts are rather harsh and involve some engine braking and weight transfer. This will never be mistaken for a skillfully executed double-clutched downshift. It doesn't seem to keep Formula One drivers from winning, though, so I guess this isn't a serious complaint. Nonetheless, it sticks out like a mustache on the Mona Lisa in a car so otherwise smooth.
Wednesday, February 23, 2011
Acura TSX 2009
The Acura TSX is equipped with an impressive list of standard equipment which includes a power glass moonroof, dual-zone automatic climate control, leather seats, power windows/mirrors/locks, a premium 7-speaker sound system (with CD, AM/FM and XM® Radio), Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®, and USB port and AUX jack music interface. Acura ZDX Concept 2009
"The Acura ZDX is truly a luxury performance coupe - plus," said Jeff Conrad, vice president of Acura sales. "The emotional coupe styling coupled with a luxurious and dramatic interior and surprising versatility, allows the ZDX to define its own segment and attract an entirely new customer." 
The new Acura TSX sports sedan V6 in the 2009 Chicago Auto Show. Anticipated that the sale this summer, the 2010 Acura TSX V6 is equipped with a powerful 3.5-liter engine, exclusive setting suspension, larger diameter wheels and additional improvements. 2010 Acura RL available in three variations
Featuring bold looks, a powerful V-6 engine and Acura’s acclaimed Super Handling All-Wheel Drive™ system, the 2010 Acura RL demonstrates that refined luxury is complemented perfectly by advanced technology and performance adrenaline. In addition to delivering luxury, style and performance, Acura’s top-of-the-line sedan keeps drivers more connected to their world, and the world around them, by featuring the latest in intuitive, easy-to-use, state-of-the-art technology.
“If a customer is looking for the perfect blend of luxury, performance and safety, then look no further than the 2010 Acura RL”, said Jeff Conrad, vice president of Acura sales. “It would be hard to find a production car at any price that offers more advanced technology or drive system sophistication.”
The 2010 RL is available in three variations: RL, RL with Technology Package and RL with Technology Package Plus CMBS™. All RL’s feature as standard a potent 3.7-liter VTEC® V-6 engine, Super Handling All-Wheel Drive™, leather trimmed interior, power front seats, dual-zone automatic climate control system, power moonroof, power windows, leather-wrapped multi-function steering wheel, Multi-Information Display (MID) that allows access to multiple electronic functions, Acura/Bose® Surround Sound audio system and Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® connectivity.
The available Technology Package includes the satellite-linked Acura Navigation System with Voice Recognition™, AcuraLink Real-Time Traffic with Traffic Rerouting™, AcuraLink Real-Time Weather™, rear view back-up camera, Active Front Lighting System (AFS), ventilated front seats, and a simulated wood accented steering wheel and shift knob. The top RL package is the Technology Package with CMBS™ which adds Acura’s acclaimed Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™), Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) and genuine maple wood instrument panel trim.
2010 Acura TSX
Acura offers a full line of technologically advanced performance luxury vehicles through a network of 270 dealers within the United States. The Acura lineup features five distinctive models, including the RL luxury performance sedan, the TL performance luxury sedan, the TSX sports sedan, the turbocharged RDX luxury crossover SUV and the award-winning MDX luxury sport-utility vehicle.
Acura debuted an all-new V-6 model for its TSX sports sedan line-up at the Chicago Auto Show today. Scheduled to go on sale this summer, the 2010 TSX V-6 will be equipped with a powerful 3.5-liter engine, exclusive suspension tuning, larger diameter wheels and additional enhancements.The introduction of the TSX V-6 at the Chicago Auto Show is the first step in a series of major advancements to the 2010 Acura lineup. Almost every sedan and SUV will receive significant enhancements for the 2010 model year.
The automotive market may be slowing down, but not Acura, said Jeff Conrad, vice president of Acura sales. With improved acceleration and handling, the new 280 horsepower V-6 adds even more sport to the already sporty nature of the popular TSX sports sedan.”
Since its redesign last year, the TSX has shattered sales records to become one of Acura’s best-selling sedans. As the entry point to the Acura brand, the four-cylinder TSX has won over customers with its nimble handling, agile driving feel and balanced performance. The V-6 model adds a new level of power on top of these winning traits for a more sporty and spirited driving experience. The V-6 will surely satisfy driving enthusiast’s appetite for a fun-to-drive, yet refined sports sedan.
With the introduction of a V-6 powered TSX, Acura will fill a niche in its lineup between the four-cylinder TSX and the all-new TL performance luxury sedan. With the TL moving more upscale following its redesign in the 2009 model year, the TSX V-6 will be aimed squarely at youthful buyers who want a performance-oriented sports sedan in a more personal size.
A new TSX powertrain choice means performance luxury buyers can enjoy a 280 horsepower 3.5L V-6, with sophisticated VTEC® valvetrain control and a dual-stage induction system. For maximum performance and efficiency, the engine will be coupled to Sequential SportShift automatic transmission, with intelligent features such as Grade Logic Control and Shift Hold Control. If the driver desires, the Sequential SportShift transmission can also be operated manually, via steering-wheel mounted F1®-style paddle shifters.
The new TSX model will feature a state-of-the-art, double-wishbone front and multilink rear suspension system to provide excellent ride, handling and control. To generate sportier handling, the V-6 model will also use exclusive suspension tuning along with 18-inch split five-spoke aluminum wheels, fit with Michelin Pilot all-season tires. The larger wheels and tires will help distinguish this performance- minded TSX, as does the slightly revised front fascia and a V-6 badge on the trunk.
The TSX V-6 model will be generously equipped with the latest advancements in safety technology and is anticipated to achieve the highest ratings in both government (NHTSA)* and independent (IIHS) crash testing – including garnering IIHS’s TOP SAFETY PICK.
Like all Acura models, the new TSX will feature an exceptional level of standard equipment, including leather-appointed interior, power moonroof, automatic climate control, a premium seven-speaker sound system with CD, AM/FM tuner, XM® Satellite Radio, Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® , USB port and AUX jack music interface and more.
Similar to the four-cylinder TSX, the V-6 model will be available with the optional Technology Package that includes the AcuralinkTM satellite navigation system with rear-view camera and the Acura/ELS Surround® premium audio system for a top-in-class audio experience.
2012 Acura TL
The 2012 Acura TL sedan debuted at the Chicago auto show on 9 Feb.
The 2012 Acura TL delivers improved performance and upgraded technology to go along with the newly redesigned exterior. Most readily apparent are the visual changes to the front and rear fasciae but there’s also a new Sequential SportShift six-speed automatic transmission for improved performance and reduced fuel consumption, and a revised interior with a host of technology upgrades.
The 2012 Acura TL will be put on sale with a refined 3.5-liter V6 engine, featuring various friction-reduction technologies, while the 3.5-liter and 3.7-liter engines have received a new air inlet system. The 2012 Acura TL will be offered with an output of 280 hp and a front-wheel-drive system and a 305 hp version equipped with the Super Handling All-Wheel Drive (SH-AWD).
The interior gets mild enhancements that are hard to discern. But folks who opt for the Technology Package will get the brand's most advanced navigation unit, which we liked in the new ZDX and refreshed MDX. There's an Advance Package that adds blind spot monitoring and ventilated front seats.
New 17- and 18-inch wheels are featured, along with a new Advance package that bundles ventilated front seats with a new blind-spot information system.
2011 Acura MDX MSRP $42,580
The new Acura MDX features a new 3.7-liter SOHC VTEC V6 with 300 horsepower and 270 pound-feet of torque, which Acura says now features more heavy-duty parts for extra longevity. The MDX is offered in five trim levels starting with the base model and moving up through the Technology, Technology and Entertainment, Advance and Advance and Entertainment groupings. The Entertainment package, which is offered with either the Technology or Advance groups, includes a rear seat monitor, DVD player, wireless headphones and heated rear seats.
Acura's Real Time Weather and Traffic Rerouting features are newly available with the optional navigation system.
The 2011 Acura MDX SUV features a new V6 engine and the versatility and performance that one expects from Honda’s luxury brand.
The new throttle system and the Super Handling All-Wheel Drive (SH-AWD) provide excellent acceleration and vehicle control. Entertainment features include the Acura Premium Audio System with seven speakers delivering 253 watts of power. Other audio systems include a 6-disc CD player and speed-specific volume control that compensates for audio gain.
The steering wheel is tilt adjustable with power steering and cruise control. The automatic climate control system links to the Acura Navigation System’s GPS receiver to provide continuous information on the orientation of the vehicle relative to the sun.
Honda has not confirmed any changes under the hood for the 2011 Acura MDX. Should the MDX offer a diesel option for 2011, buyers can expect radically improved fuel economy.
The 2011 Acura MDX ranks 2 out of 17 Luxury Midsize SUVs. The Acura MDX had strong performance, a high-tech interior and – the holy of holies – space for three car seats, with LATCH connecters and all, in the back seat.
The Acura MDX should appeal to a wide range of people. Consumer Guide says the MDX “has contemporary styling and thoughtful features." Acura MDX" has a highly desirable blend of luxury, performance, and convenience.” On the road, the Acura MDX shines with its powerful V6 engine. Acrua’s Super-Handling All-Wheel drive system is standard, and the MDX does well in crash tests.
Inside, reviewers like the MDX’s comfortable first and second row seats. It has a standard third row seat and a lower price tag than the MDX.
The Acura MDX has a standard V6 engine and six-speed automatic transmission. All-wheel drive is also standard.
Saturday, February 19, 2011
Acura RL with ASPEC Performance Package 2005 Wallpapers
Powertrain + World's first Super Handling All-Wheel-Drive System(TM) (SH-AWD(TM)) + 3.5 liter VTEC V-6 engine + 300 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque + 5-speed automatic transmission with Sequential SportShift, steering wheel-mounted paddle-shifters and Grade Logic Control + CARB-certified LEV2-ULEV emissions system Body & Chassis + Unit-body with extensive use of high-tensile steel and aluminum + Lightweight aluminum front and rear subframes + Independent front double-wishbone suspension with independent multi-link rear + Active Front Lighting System (AFS) with Xenon High-Intensity Discharge (HID) headlamps + 4-wheel disc brakes with 4-piston front calipers, ABS, Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) and Brake Assist + 17-inch alloy wheels Interior + Acura Navigation System with Voice Recognition(TM) (standard in the 48 contiguous states and Hawaii) + AcuraLink(TM) satellite communication system with real time traffic + Leather-trimmed seating and genuine wood dashboard trim + Acura/BOSE(R) 10-speaker Surround Sound System with 6-disc CD, DVD-Audio and DTS' changer and AM/FM tuner + Active Noise Cancellation + HandsFreeLink(TM) wireless telephone interface + OnStar(R) digital/analog tri-modal system + Keyless Access System + GPS-linked, solar sensing, dual-zone, dual-mode automatic climate control system + Power moonroof + Power rear sunshade Safety + Advanced Compatibility Engineering(TM) (ACE(TM)) body structure + Dual-stage, dual-threshold front airbag Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) + Driver's and front passenger's side airbag with front passenger Occupant Position Detection System (ODPS) + Standard side curtain airbags + Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA(R)) with traction control Acura RSX 2005 Wallapers and Review
Since its debut in 2002, the RSX has carved a solid niche in the sports coupe segment, and with the important "tuner" market. Available in two distinct models-the sporty RSX and the high-performance RSX Type-S-this sports coupe serves as an important point of entry for the brand, introducing youthful performance enthusiasts to the Acura line-up of precision-crafted performance luxury vehicles. The RSX has won an assortment of industry awards including being named to Car and Driver's "10 Best" and Ward's 10 Best Engine's lists. With their high-performance engines, abundant luxury features, advanced safety and security systems, and innovative cockpit and body designs, the RSX and RSX Type-S have set a bold standard of driving excitement and refinement in the sports coupe segment. For 2005, significant enhancements were made to both the RSX and RSX Type-S to reset that standard to an even higher level. These enhancements were designed with three specific objectives in mind: To boost the already formidable performance of the Type-S model by increasing horsepower and optimizing the 6-speed manual transmission To provide more precise handling and better ride comfort for both models by optimizing the suspension, steering and braking systems To highlight the aggressive, yet refined nature of the RSX with enhanced styling inside and out The RSX is powered by a 16-valve, DOHC i-VTEC 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that produces 160 horsepower at 6500 rpm and 141 lb-ft. of torque at 4000 rpm. The RSX features either a 5-speed manual transmission or an available 5-speed Sequential SportShift automatic transmission. Acura RSX Type-S 2005 Wallpapers and Pictures
Since its debut in 2002, the RSX has carved a solid niche in the sports coupe segment, and with the important "tuner" market. Available in two distinct models-the sporty RSX and the high-performance RSX Type-S-this sports coupe serves as an important point of entry for the brand, introducing youthful performance enthusiasts to the Acura line-up of precision-crafted performance luxury vehicles. Acura TL 25 Hours of Thunderhill 2004 Wallpapers
Ever think there aren't enough hours in the day? Obviously so did the person who came up with "25 Hours of Thunderhill," an endurance race in Willows, California. This year a team of Acura engineers entered a modified TL and came in first in their class and third overall in the annual event. Not too shabby for a bunch of R&D guys. The car, shown here, had a stock engine and brakes but featured goodies like a cold-air intake, custom exhaust, suspension and big freaking wing of courseAcura TL 2009 Photos
Since inception, the Acura TL performance luxury sedan has set lofty standards for styling, performance, comfort and technology. Available for 2009 in two distinctly different models, Acura TL and TL SH-AWD®, the all-new fourth-generation Acura TL dramatically expands the model's capabilities and appeal with evocative style, a choice of two VTEC® powertrains (including a new 305-horsepower V-6) and the Acura TL's first-ever application of Super Handling All-Wheel Drive™ (SH-AWD®). Acura TL ASPEC Concept 2003 Pictures and Review
Powertrain + 300+ horsepower, powertrain including: - Performance-tuned 3.2-liter, 24-valve, V-6 engine - High flow intake and exhaust - 6-speed close-ratio manual transmission with limited-slip differential Suspension + A-SPEC high performance suspension with track-tuned shocks and springs + 21-inch prototype alloy wheels + High performance tires + Brembo 4-wheel disc brakes with 8-piston calipers and 15-inch rotors Body/Styling + Panoramic glass roof + Larger, high-flow exhaust finishers + 42 mm wider track + Wider fender flares + Trunk lid spoiler + Redesigned front bumper with larger Acura grille and lower air intakes + Redesigned rear bumper + 3-stage silver-gray Mica Pearl paint + New finish treatment on headlights/tail lights, clear side indicators Interior + Premium Matador Red sport/luxury interior + Deeply bolstered custom leather seats with heating and cooling ventilation + Ultra suede headliner + Carbon/Kevlar accents on door panels and center console + Carbon/Kevlar sport steering wheel + Aluminum shift knob and foot pedals + Rear bucket seats with storage Technology/Safety + Adaptive Cruise Control + Rearview camera 2012 Acura TL Reviews and Pictures
The 2012 Acura TL sedan debuted at the Chicago auto show on 9 Feb.
The 2012 Acura TL delivers improved performance and upgraded technology to go along with the newly redesigned exterior. Most readily apparent are the visual changes to the front and rear fasciae but there’s also a new Sequential SportShift six-speed automatic transmission for improved performance and reduced fuel consumption, and a revised interior with a host of technology upgrades.
The 2012 Acura TL will be put on sale with a refined 3.5-liter V6 engine, featuring various friction-reduction technologies, while the 3.5-liter and 3.7-liter engines have received a new air inlet system. The 2012 Acura TL will be offered with an output of 280 hp and a front-wheel-drive system and a 305 hp version equipped with the Super Handling All-Wheel Drive (SH-AWD).
The interior gets mild enhancements that are hard to discern. But folks who opt for the Technology Package will get the brand's most advanced navigation unit, which we liked in the new ZDX and refreshed MDX. There's an Advance Package that adds blind spot monitoring and ventilated front seats.
New 17- and 18-inch wheels are featured, along with a new Advance package that bundles ventilated front seats with a new blind-spot information system.
Acura TL with ASPEC Performance Package 2004
The most recent addition to the Acura A-SPEC performance lineup is the 2004 TL. Acura's top-selling model features hot new styling, a more powerful 270 horsepower V-6 engine, a sport-tuned suspension, and 17-inch wheels and tires. A close ratio 6-speed manual transmission is available (a first for TL) and all TLs equipped with the 6-speed also feature Brembo front brakes. Inside, the TL features the automotive industry's first application of a standard DVD-Audio 5.1 surround sound system as well as a Bluetooth-enabled hands-free phone system called HandsFreeLinkTM. The A-SPEC performance package for the TL is scheduled to go on sale this November at Acura dealers nationwide. It includes a suspension package with track-tuned shocks and springs, 18-inch wheels and tires, high performance brake pads for automatic transmission-equipped models, an aero kit, and a deck lid spoiler (or rear wing) as well as Acura A-SPEC badging. While an MSRP for the Acura TL A-SPEC performance package has not been announced, it will cost approximately $5,000 plus dealer installation. Chassis/Suspension Modifications + A-SPEC suspension (track-tuned shocks and springs) + High performance brake pads (automatic transmission cars) + 18x8.5 alloy wheels + Yokohama AVS ES100 235/40-R18 95W tires Exterior Modifications + A-SPEC deck lid (or rear wing) spoiler + A-SPEC aero kit Interior Modifications + A-SPEC steering wheel + A-SPEC badging Acura TL Type S 2007
With the updates for 2007, the style could more accurately be called "Bauhaus with attitude." Careful attention was paid to give the Type-S its own distinctive and even more aggressive look. Black chrome trim used around the car is an excellent example of the difference between the TL and the Type-S. The design features and changes include: Front Aggressive front fascia, a new larger grille opening, larger "A" mark and honeycomb mesh Redesigned bumper with satin chrome crossbar and horizontal trim New headlight clusters with daytime running lights (DRL) on innermost lens New auto-on and auto-off headlights (previously auto-off only) Fog lights repositioned from headlight cluster to lower valance Side New, split 5-spoke alloy wheels in Blade Silver finish New exterior mirrors with integrated turn signal lights Rear New rear bumper design Redesigned LED taillight clusters New italicized TL logo Type-S Exclusive Features Black chrome grille trim (satin chrome on TL) Redesigned bumper with black chrome crossbar and horizontal mesh trim Pronounced "splitter" lip on front valance 10-spoke alloy wheels in Dark Euro Silver Smoked rear side marker lights Wider, more aggressive side sill moldings Exclusive rear bumper with trunk lid spoiler diffuser Redesigned and unique lower valance Large diameter quad exhaust finishers Black chrome taillight trim New Type-S logo Interior The Acura tradition of interior prestige and tailored function continues with an elegant and sporty interior for the TL. The instruments and controls are arranged to create an intimate and functional driver's cockpit that offers a feeling of connection and control. With its higher belt line, the TL has a substantial look and feel. Fine interior materials such as leather trimmed seats and real metal trim combine with close attention to detail and finish to give the TL a tangible feeling of elegance. The large interior has stylish and highly supportive seating and generous front and rear headroom. The long TL standard feature list includes items like the first North American application of a standard Sound System with 6-disc CD, DVD-Audio, DTS(R) and Dolby(R) Pro Logic(R) II audio system that takes advantage of the latest technology to deliver sound resolution that's 500 times higher than conventional CD audio. XM(R) Satellite radio is also on the standard equipment list, as is a new MP3 player jack in the center armrest storage bin. The standard Acura HandsFreeLink(TM) system lets the driver dial a Bluetooth(TM)enabled mobile phone by voice, while a new, higher-resolution Multi-Information Display (MID) shows mobile phone data, tracks the car's maintenance needs, displays warnings and offers an array of driver preference settings. The available Acura Navigation System with Voice Recognition has a large 8-inch display with a new, redesigned interface and AcuraLink(TM) satellite communication system with Real-Time Traffic. All TLs receive many updates to their interiors for the 2007 model year. Instrumentation, leather trim, accent trim and Active Noise Cancellation in the Type-S are all part of the driving experience of the 2007 TL. Additionally, there are distinct styling differences between the TL and Type-S models. In addition to red ambient lighting (instead of the blue on TL models) the Type-S receives carbon fiber trim in place of wood, paddle shifters on automatic-equipped models, more highly bolstered front seats, stainless steel sport pedals, contrast stitching on the door panels, seats and steering wheel, and an available 6-speed manual transmission. Styling The TL interior has a dynamic and distinctive look, yet upholds the longstanding Acura tradition of highly functional driving environments. Given the sharp handling agility and power built into the TL, its interior echoes a clear sporting message. Fine details and rich surface finishes make it clear that the TL has not strayed from its luxury roots. Sweeping aluminum-alloy accents with a new pattern for 2007 wrap around the doors, flow onto the instrument panel and dive down the center console. Wood patterned accents warm the interior in the TL, while Type-S models have carbon fiber-look accents and contrast stitching on the door panels, seats and steering wheel, which creates an edgy look. At night, the TL interior is transformed by new ambient lighting. The TL is bathed in a subtle blue light that coordinates with the instrumentation lighting, switchgear, and accent lighting, including the new footwell lighting. On the Type-S, red lighting replaces the blue, reinforcing its role as the enthusiast model. Driver-Oriented Cockpit The TL interior puts all important systems and controls within easy reach of the driver. The systems used most frequently-audio, cruise control, Acura HandsFreeLink(TM) and Acura Navigation System with Voice Recognition(TM)-have satellite controls positioned on the new 3-spoke steering wheel, leather-wrapped on Type-S. The new instrumentation is backlit and easy to read, and the displays have an uncluttered look and intuitive operation. The Multi-Info Display has been redesigned with higher resolution for better readability. Helpful features make driving easier, like power rearview mirrors that can be set to automatically tilt-down when reverse is engaged to make parking simpler. With a driver's 8-way power seat and a tilt/telescoping steering column, it's easy to get comfortable in the TL. The one-touch moonroof switch is located in the overhead console. The Sequential SportShift selector features an intuitive interface for ease of use. The short-throw, close ratio 6-speed manual gearbox falls naturally to hand, and the shift knob and console-mounted parking brake lever are covered in a new textured leather. There is also a bottom-hinged throttle pedal with a more linear feel and natural motion. The Type-S features sporty-looking stainless steel pedals and a new carbon fiber-look automatic transmission shift knob in addition to the steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters. Safety The 2007 TL and TL Type-S were developed to help protect its occupants with a comprehensive array of safety technologies, high-grade materials and advanced construction techniques. Weight sensors are incorporated in the front passenger seat to determine the total weight on that seat. If it is less than 65 pounds (as if occupied by a small child or car seat) the front airbag will not deploy and a warning message appears on the instrument panel. For the driver, a position sensor in the seat determines how the airbag will be deployed in the event of a frontal collision. If the seat is close to its forwardmost position, the front airbag is designed to deploy in the dual-stage mode. Otherwise, the airbag deploys in either single or dual-stage mode based on the severity of the collision and seat belt use. The TL and TL Type-S also feature adjustable rear outboard head restraints, and standard side curtain airbags. These technologies, and the use of high-tensile steel in critical areas and computer-modeled crush zones, help to ensure a high level of passenger protection. The TL passed the toughest government safety tests with a 5-star frontal rating in addition to achieving a "GOOD" rating in all categories evaluated during the IIHS frontal offset collision. The TL safety equation even extends to pedestrians with structural elements designed to reduce the likelihood of serious injury in a collision. Powertrain Two engines are available for the 2007 TL. Under the hood of the TL is an all-aluminum 3.2-liter V-6 with 24 valves and Acura's VTEC(R) - Variable Valve Timing and Lift Electronic Control system. It delivers 258 horsepower and 233 lb-ft of torque. The TL Type-S is powered by a modified version of the 3.5-liter VTEC V-6 found in the Acura RL. With more displacement than the TL engine and a high-flow exhaust system, it boasts 286 horsepower and 256 lb-ft of torque. Both engines benefit from Acura's groundbreaking VTEC system. This patented technology provides an exceptionally flat torque curve, enhancing high-rpm horsepower without sacrificing low-end torque. The result is an engine with excellent responsiveness at all engine speeds. The standard transmission in the TL and TL Type-S is an all-new electronically controlled 5-speed automatic. Developed from the RL's 5-speed automatic, this transmission has more torque capacity that the one it replaces, but more compact. It also features Acura's Sequential SportShift system. Inspired by Formula One(R) racecars, Sequential SportShift gives the driver the flexibility of a self-shifting automatic or the control of a manual. The system has been reprogrammed this year for smoother operation and enhanced gear holding capabilities. In addition, the TL Type-S "rev matches" during manually selected downshifts. Available on Type-S models is a smooth-shifting 6-speed close-ratio manual transmission. Similar to the manual transmission on the 2006 TL, it features a re-designed bellhousing and improved clutch feel for smoother, more linear engagement. With Acura's unwavering commitment to the environment, both TL engines meet strict CARB LEV-II ULEV standards. In addition, cold-start emissions are improved thanks to the close-coupled catalytic converter system and under-floor catalyst. TL Engine 3.2-liter SOHC V-6 aluminum alloy engine 258 hp at 6200 rpm and 233 lb-ft of torque at 5000 rpm Variable Valve Timing and Lift Electronic Control (VTEC(R)) Dual-stage induction system with lightweight magnesium intake manifold Cold-air intake system Computer-controlled Programmed Fuel Injection (PGM-FI) Direct ignition system Compact in-head exhaust manifolds High flow close-coupled catalytic converters plus under floor catalytic converter High capacity 32-bit RISC processor engine control unit 105,000 mile tune-up intervals TL Type-S Engine 3.5-liter SOHC V-6 aluminum alloy engine 286 hp at 6200 rpm and 256 lb-ft of torque at 5000 rpm Variable Valve Timing and Lift Electronic Control (VTEC(R)) Dual-stage induction system with lightweight magnesium intake manifold Cold-air intake system High flow, sport tuned exhaust system with quad finishers Computer-controlled Programmed Fuel Injection (PGM-FI) Direct ignition system Compact in-head exhaust manifolds High flow close-coupled catalytic converters plus under floor catalytic converter High capacity 32-bit RISC processor engine control unit 105,000 mile tune-up intervals 5-Speed Automatic Transmission All-new compact design w/ high torque capacity More compact design Sequential SportShift re-programmed to allow quicker, more positive downshifts and upshifts (Type-S only) Improved coordination between Drive-by-Wire(TM) throttle system and transmission for smoother shifts Steering wheel-mounted F1(R)-style Sequential SportShift Paddle Shifters (Type-S only) External transmission fluid cooler (Type-S only) Advanced shift-hold control limits up-shifts during spirited driving Advanced Grade Logic Control System reduces gear "hunting" when driving on steep hills Linear solenoid direct-acting control reduces shift shock and improves smoothness Lockup torque converter design for superior fuel economy 6-Speed Manual Transmission (TL Type-S only) Close ratio spacing for maximum performance Multi-cone synchronizers (first through fourth gears) Reverse lock-out feature prevents accidental engagement Lightweight high-pressure-cast aluminum-alloy transmission housing Improved clutch feel for smoother engagement Advanced clutch torsion mechanism reduces gear noise Helical gear limited-slip differential reduces wheel spin and maximizes acceleration Emissions/Fuel Economy Meets CARB LEV-II ULEV standard TL EPA fuel economy 20/29 mpg (city/highway) TL Type-S EPA fuel economy 19/28 mpg (AT) and 20/29 (MT) High flow close-coupled catalytic converters plus under floor catalytic converter High capacity 32-bit RISC processor engine control unit Noise Vibration and Harshness (NVH) Highly rigid aluminum-alloy block with cast-in iron cylinder liners 60-degree V-angle for inherently smooth operation Dual-mass flywheel (6 MT) reduces driveline noise and vibration Automatically tensioned, maintenance-free serpentine accessory drive
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