Overview & Reviews

The TL Type-S makes its debut this year, sporting a 260-horsepower engine, sport-tuned suspension, Vehicle Stability Assist and 17-inch tires. 2002 also sees some styling revisions to the TL's front end and taillights. An in-dash six-CD changer, one-touch-up driver's window and two-position memory system for driver seat and mirrors are newly standard on both the 3.2 TL and the Type-S, and Acura has added insulation materials to the doors and reshaped the side mirrors to cut down on wind and road noise inside the cabin. Anthracite Metallic, Aegean Blue Pearl and Eternal Blue Pearl are the new exterior colors.

• Excellent value, comfortable front seats, impressive power from Type-S engine, SportShift transmission is fun to use.

• Average interior materials, cramped rear seat room, lacks the panache of some competing luxury sedans.

User Reviews:

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  Great Car - 2002 Acura TL
  By Michael B - April 15 - 8:58 pm

  Car has mostly been a pleasure. Only problem is that transmission has been recalled and I am on tranny #4. Acura is great though and warranties it for life. Performance for this car when it came out was amazing and it still competes with todays best. Besides the transmission issues there have been no problems. The nav system is the best in the business. Gets me from A-B in style and fast!

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  Fun car to own and drive - 2002 Acura TL
  By Dave - March 25 - 10:17 am

  Our car is primarly driven by my wife. She loves it - in fact this is the first car weve owned that she truly loves. She always found fault with any of the other cars weve owned in 45 years of marriage. I rarely drive it except for long trips. It is a remarkable vehicle to drive on the highway.

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  A Truly Great Automobile - 2002 Acura TL
  By Lynne - March 15 - 10:00 am

  This car has it all. Great styling, speed, comfort and handling. You really couldnt ask for more

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  sexy TL-S - 2002 Acura TL
  By Hector - November 12 - 2:00 am

  This is by far the best buy for your money. Its powerful, smooth, reliable, very elegant. What more could you ask for. It offers a luxurious feel, and at the same time it feels like youre driving a sports car. I would definitely pick this car over any BMW, Infinity or Audi in a heartbeat. Its the most powerful car in its class and about 10 thousand dollars cheaper. It doesnt take a genius to fugure out that this car is a steal.

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  113k and going - 2002 Acura TL
  By Colorado Springs TLS - November 11 - 1:33 pm

  Still running strong after 4 years of ownership and 113k. No problems with the car whatsoever. Just the normal maintainance, tires, brakes, etc. I cant complain about this car. I have had 2 Hondas before this one, and I still see no reason to trade. I havent had any transmission problems. Aegian Blue is still appealing each time I see the car. Good MPG around 30 MPG highway, 22-25 city.

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  I have given the most accurate rating. - 2002 Acura TL
  By kenneth M Peterson - October 25 - 9:07 pm

  I absolutely love this car and if we did not have to sell it we would not. This is a beautiful sport sedan with lots of plush options and it is fun to drive! This car is a real head turner it is black on black leather interior, with all the options with the exceptions of navagation. The powerful engine and handling is very impressive.

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  Denver 2002 TLS - 2002 Acura TL
  By Denver Guy - October 8 - 11:59 am

  Im the original owner and have been thoroughly pleased with this car, so much so Im having a tough time deciding on if to sell and which new car to buy to replace this one. It would be logical to purchase another TL but I dont care for the current body style. MY TLS has been very reliable and economical with only routine maintenance and just a few recalls (tranny). It also still looks great inside and out! Suggestions for Acura: put better tires on the new cars. This car drives so much better after the original tires were replaced.

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  Love This Car - No Problems - 2002 Acura TL
  By AcuraTim - June 26 - 10:00 am

  Having owned this car for exactly one year I want to go on record as saying I have not had any problems. All Ive had to do is change the oil every 4000 miles. I have 22000 miles so far and have not experienced any transmission problems. This care is a lot of fun to drive - and I feel it is fast, responsive, and handles quite well. It is also a very comfortable car to drive.

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  Acura TLS Type - 2002 Acura TL
  By Paul C. Daily - June 14 - 2:00 am

  Problems w/ air and brakes were minor. Dealer service is abhorant. Worst I have experienced in 18 new cars. Sales personnel, however, are helpful but have no control over service. Bought new BMW just to avoid going to Bradshaw Acura for service on 3.2 TLS

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  Still Runnin Fine - 2002 Acura TL
  By Northwest Guy - June 11 - 4:27 pm

  I last posted on 9/22/04 and its 3 years later. Car styles have changed, but the fundamentals havent. I do not drive a ton of miles annually, but I do take some long trips, as well as plenty of day-to-day ones. My original review still stands. I did finally put some new tires on the car which, of course, are better than the originals, but other than that, the car has been good to me - without incident or flaws. Recently, Acura extended the warranty on the transmissions to 9+ years, I believe. It gets consistently good mileage - you dont have to use premium all the time, either it drives well - excellent on cornering brakes are good and sound/navigation are great!