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 KDS - December 25 - 6:36 pm

  It may not be the fanciest vehicle, but its a fun and comfortable drive.

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  Still getting compliments! - 2002 Acura TL
  By michaelrt - December 20 - 9:55 pm

  Have mostly highway miles on my car (90k) and it has yet to fail on me. Got a new transmission at 65k miles, but only because the dealer notices something that I wouldnt have (Im pretty anal about noises and drive changes). Mine is Blue Pearl and people still compliment me on the car when they see it. And everyone who sits in it loves the all-black design. Id like if the paint were a little tougher, but it still shines in most light. The original tires were crap (Michelin), but the handling and drive GREATLY improved with Falkens and Yokohamas. The gas mileage has been great. I got 32mpg highway at 75-80mph numerous times. Usually I get 25mpg mixed.

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  Great Car - Watch the Tranny - 2002 Acura TL
  By KMaude - December 9 - 1:35 am

  Ive had this car for about a year now (85,000 miles) and its been one of the best cars Ive owned (over 12 others). I recently felt a little hesitation in the tranny and took it to the dealer for service. Thank god its still under the factory tranny warranty (7 yrs/100k). The trans needs replacing and thanks to the warranty Ill be getting it for free! Another positive is my dealer loaner is a 2006 3.2 TL with 800 miles on it ... what a great car! I will strongly consider another Acura when purchasing a new car next year.

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  Luxury at Honda Prices - 2002 Acura TL
  By tinmantt - October 31 - 10:00 am

  This has been the best car Ive owned. Had European cars including Volvo, Audi, etc., but as an overall experience, they cant compete.

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  Best Buy for the Dollar - 2002 Acura TL
  By Scott JT - October 13 - 2:00 am

  I have owned my TL for 1.5 years and the car has been wonderful. I looked at the competition (Infinity, BWM, Audi) and for the dollar none of these compared. I have had absolutley no issues with the vehicle.

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  Great Car!! - 2002 Acura TL
  By Raka - August 22 - 8:43 pm

  Just bought a 2002 3.2TL-S Fantastic power. Running fine so far

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  A good car for a great price!!! - 2002 Acura TL
  By andontimetoo - August 19 - 7:00 pm

  I have enjoyed my 2002 TL. The Honda corporation has a good product at a great price. The standard features are plentiful. As compared to cars in its class, there is no better deal.

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  Excellent performance, reliability & style - 2002 Acura TL
  By Carlos Valentin - August 18 - 4:54 am

  This car has always the one of my dreams for long years. I had owned it for about 3 months now, completely certified & everybody thinks its brand new. Its an excellent car, excellent performance and incredible features with top of the line technology. Its everything anybody could want in a near-luxury car. On the highway, it just glides... driving its just a pleasurable experience by itself. The Bose 6 disc in-dash system just blows my mind with is beautiful sound quality. I feel so safe because its drivebility is amazing. Leather heated seats, automatic sun-roof, and the anti-theft system... everybody that has been in it has fallen in love with it and I couldnt be more satisfied.

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  Unreliable dressed up Honda - 2002 Acura TL
  By Hate TL-S - July 23 - 3:01 am

  I bought this car for its power and handling - was I in for a let down. I have a vibration from the front end - I use only Michelin Sport A/S - had this issue with OEs too. Well major issue is the transmission. I am on my 3rd. Seems to go out every 30k on me. I have 70k miles on it. Since the last transmission - car does not have the kick / pick-up. Revs like a rocket before I get any good speed. Not sure what they have done since the last transmission repair. Ive lost lot of power and handling in this car. Acura TL-S has a known tranmission problem - would stay away from it. All they do is replace it with a remanufactured transmission and hope it last.

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  Acura/Honda = Quality??????? - 2002 Acura TL
  By PhiKapp33 - June 19 - 2:37 pm

  Ok, bought the car with 38000 miles on it as a certified Acura. Car has 58000 on it and the transmission COMPLETELY went out. I bought an Acura because I expected reliability and quality up through 200,000 miles. Im sorely disappointed. Might as well have bought a Ford.