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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  Nice car to own - 2002 Acura TL
  By tst32tl - September 15 - 10:07 am

  Own this car for 5 years and it never had any major problems (except the transmission recall, and they automatically provide extended warranty to 100,000 mi no charge). Very comfortable and nice. Probably will buy the same car when ready to get my next car.

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  Get the Honda Accord instead - 2002 Acura TL
  By sucker - August 31 - 10:00 am

  This car is a overpriced honda accord. The suspension is not tuned which cause the car to become a bucket of rattles. Ive visited my dealer 4 times and they have yet to fix everything. If you want a good buy...dont get this car...its a k-mart special...a fake psudo lux car.

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  My new 2002 Acura - 2002 Acura TL
  By ARGOLFER - August 9 - 1:40 am

  Very satisfied with my new TL. I was very interested in the TL S but it was so peppy that my wifes neck snapped every time I accelerated. Also I found the ride in the S to be a little stiffer that the TL and I was used to a softer ride. I am disappointed that the dealer didnt tell me when I bought my 2002 that the 2003 would be available in a week.

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  great vaue solid reliability - 2002 Acura TL
  By east end - July 2 - 2:00 am

  The TL is a great value ,but lacks the handling and style of competiters .My wife picked out the TL based on our prior ownership of Acuras.

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  So Far, So Good - 2002 Acura TL
  By Mdblimited - May 8 - 9:41 am

  I bought my TL with 38k pre-certified from a dealership. It has been reliable, comfortable, and economical, plus good performance. The original Michelin tires are junk (bought Bridgestone Turanzas) and the foglights are an invitation for rocks. My vehicle is black and has a little chipping on the roof that the dealership alledges is from sap. There are no other paint defects. The transmission has been fine, but it does shift with force into second gear when driving slowly. I dont know if this is because the car has so much torque or a tranny problem. Either way, it is covered to 100k... and it will be traded in before then. The seats could be deeper. But it is fast and reliable.

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  Love my TL-S - 2002 Acura TL
  By snowman81 - April 27 - 6:18 pm

  Great car. Tranny problems exist in some CL/TL/MDX but Acura has provided an extension on the warranty to 7yr/100,000 miles. Other than that the car is wonderful. Ive added a few things for my preference to get a little more juice out of the engine and changed the suspension, however, stock the car does extremely well. A great combo of sport and luxury with the Type S.

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  Nothing but a Honda for me! - 2002 Acura TL
  By Honda Lover - January 26 - 11:55 pm

  I bought my 2002 Acura TL-type S used with 37,000 miles I believed it was a leased vehicle before I purchased it. This is my 2nd Acura purchase my first was a 1990 Acura Legend LS that had 186k miles on it when I sold it. I have been nothing but happy with the purchase of my TL. And, I know that I am not going to get ripped off by the dealer when I take it there for service.

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  TL-S Best Bang for the Performance Buck! - 2002 Acura TL
  By mask0425 - January 24 - 10:00 am

  Best choice by far for the enthusiast in the price range. Excellent build quality and reliability. Loaded with features. Love the aggressive styling thats not a cop magnet! GREAT ENGINE!!! Trannys OK, as far as reliability goes, I suspect that some of those in need of replacement were abused or misused by those who never drove a stick before...

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  Quality Ride - 2002 Acura TL
  By Adam - January 23 - 7:00 pm

  I purchased the car from the dealerships pre-owned certified program which gives you one more year to the base warranty and 12,000 extra miles. Good program. The car had 12,800 miles upon delivery. It has been very reliable and enjoyable to drive. I have not experienced any of the transmission problems that other drivers have experienced, maybe they should try servicing the transmission every 35,000 miles like I do to avoid potential problems. Lubricatiuon is everything! I had one recall issue to deal with which was minor, transmission needed a second gear jet kit that the dealer installed to avoid any potential overheating. I had never even experienced a problem but installed the kit anyway

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  Acura 3.2 TL - love it! - 2002 Acura TL
  By jimbo2 - January 11 - 2:00 am

  Ive never had a car that only required oil changes for maintenance for the first two years! In addition to the reliability, I love the feature set, its comfortable to drive, and has the power available when I need it. I look forward to going to work or the store because I get to drive my TL!