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Acura TL Reliability Grade

B+Overall

Above-average reliability

EngineA
TransmissionC+

Grade a specific Acura TL

Reliability changes from year to year. Pick a model year to see its grade, then add mileage and price to get a deal score and estimated miles remaining.

The Acura TL earns a B+ overall reliability grade from GradeMyCar, with an A for its engine and a C+ for its transmission. It ranks 11th of 35 luxury vehicles we grade. The transmission (C+) is the weaker of its two major components, so ask for transmission service records and pay close attention to shifting on a test drive. Grades are based on 2,927 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2000-2014 model years, adjusted for how many were sold.

Acura TL reliability by year

Overall grade for each model year, from owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Tap a year to see its full grade.

2000B-2001B+2002B-2003C2004C+2005B-2006B+2007A-2008B+2009B+2010B+2011A2012C2013B+2014A-

Best years: 2007, 2011 and 2014

How long does the Acura TL last?

210,000Estimated lifespan (miles)

A rough estimate for the model across all years, not measured for each model year.

Known Acura TL problems

We track 2 known problem areas for the Acura TL, including which model years they affect. They're in the full report, along with miles remaining and a deal score for the car you're looking at.

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Acura TL vs. other luxury vehicles

ModelEngineTrans.Overall
Lexus RX A A A
Lexus ES A A A
Lexus GS B+ A A
Lexus NX A A A
Lexus IS A A A
Lexus GX A A A
Infiniti G37 A A- A
BMW 5 Series B B+ A-
Audi A4 B+ A A-
Volvo XC60 B+ A A-
BMW 3 Series B- B+ B+
Mercedes-Benz C-Class B- A- B+
Mercedes-Benz E-Class B+ A- B+
Audi Q5 B- B+ B+
Mercedes-Benz S-Class B+ A- B+
Cadillac XT5 B+ B B+
Infiniti G35 B- B+ B+
Acura TL A C+ B+
BMW X3 B- B+ B
Mercedes-Benz GLC C+ B+ B
Mercedes-Benz GLE B- B B
Acura RDX B+ B B
Volvo XC90 B- A- B
BMW X1 B- B- B-
Porsche Cayenne B C+ B-
Cadillac SRX A C+ B-
Cadillac CTS A- D B-
Audi A3 C+ C C+
Audi A6 C- B- C+
Audi Q7 C- B C+
BMW X5 C C C
Mercedes-Benz CLA C B- C
Land Rover Range Rover C+ C+ C
Acura MDX C+ D C-
Acura TLX C- D D

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Acura TL reliability FAQ

Is the Acura TL reliable?

Above-average reliability. The Acura TL earns a B+ overall reliability grade from GradeMyCar, with an A for its engine and a C+ for its transmission. It ranks 11th of 35 luxury vehicles we grade. The transmission (C+) is the weaker of its two major components, so ask for transmission service records and pay close attention to shifting on a test drive. Grades are based on 2,927 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2000-2014 model years, adjusted for how many were sold.

How many miles will a Acura TL last?

We estimate a well-maintained Acura TL lasts around 210,000 miles. That's a rough figure for the model across all years, not measured for each model year, so check the grade for the year you're looking at.

What are the best years for the Acura TL?

Based on NHTSA owner complaints, the most reliable Acura TL model years are 2007, 2011 and 2014.

What Acura TL years should I avoid?

No Acura TL model year stands out as a problem year in NHTSA owner complaints.

Is the Acura TL transmission reliable?

GradeMyCar grades the Acura TL transmission a C+ (average reliability). Reliability varies by model year, so grade the specific year you're looking at.

Is the Acura TL engine reliable?

GradeMyCar grades the Acura TL engine an A (excellent reliability).