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2008 Acura TL consumer reviews

$33,725–$36,225 MSRP range
side view of 2008 TL Acura
(111 reviews)
96% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.7
  • Interior 4.6
  • Performance 4.7
  • Value 4.7
  • Exterior 4.7
  • Reliability 4.8
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Best of the TL series.

Excellent. Nice interior details. Get the bells and whistles of a BMW but with the reliability of a Honda product. V Tech still surprises me when I need to pass someone. Feels like someone dropped a high performance engine when the V.Tech kicks in. All leather interior. Super comfortable driver seat. Super ELS sound system. Sound is literally outside the pillars.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Highly recommended

This acura is sporty and luxurious not to mention reliable, once you own an Acura there?s no turning back.. the search is over.. I bragged about my Acura on a daily basis

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Excellent Choice For a Used Car

Well put together, nice space for 5 and very good acceleration. Radio is good but Bluetooth went out but was covered under warranty. Only thing I can complain about is the quality of the leather. Both front seats cracked and ripped. 450 to get both repaired. Has 93000 miles and still drives very smoothly should easily last a few more years. It does take premium gas and tank only holds 14 gallons only gets 17 MPG so consider that if you plan on buying.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Theirs nothing not to love about this car.

Rides great, looks amazing parked and on the road, spacious, has great features and is just fun to drive.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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TL, One of the best vehicles Acura has ever made!!

I brought this car when it was 9 years; it has only 39K miles on it. It was and still is in pristine condition. The beauty of this car (in regards to the exterior) is it's timeless look. To be a 2008 model year, the design is just simple and sophisticated car to own. With the interior the seats are plush, the vehicle's electronics work like new, and the Acura ELS sound system is very decent for a vehicle if this age (I would take it any day over Bose Surround Sound). Now for reliability, besides completing the preventative maintenance you do not run into major issues with this car (if you drive the vehicle like you care about it and are not a speed demon); however, the commonly known Honda issue is the engine mounts. Not all 3rd generation TL's need engine mount replacements, but it isn't uncommon to have this work done. Overall, it's a solid built car and shows the industry leading Honda/Acura brand's attempt at fine luxury during this era.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Best in class

I have owned Acuras before but 2008 TL Type S is in a different class when it comes to performance. Perfect compromise between luxury and sportiness. I am really looking forward to spending more time behind the steering wheel.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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A car that is in great condition.

This car has a lot of leg room. Sometimes has great amount of miles and a very good price. Looks like a brand new car, when purchasing it.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Does recommend this car
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Acura?s reliability and style continue to impress.

I?ve owned a total of 4 Honda Motors vehicles in my life. Every one has been at least on each mode ear newer than the last. My most recent 2008 Acura TL Type-S was the most impressive. It was the perfect ?hybrid? (no pun intended) between luxury and sport; equipped with supple leather seats that don a cool, stitched ?Type-S? logo, as well as a high-class, user-friendly dash board set up, to its unforgettable responsive 3.5L VTEC V6. All of this with the piece of mind that you?re driving a reliable, coat-efficient, Honda Motors vehicle. And oh yea - I got almost 30mpg on the highway!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Most reliable car I?ve ever owned.

This car does the job. Great acceleration. The interior is sophisticated. It drives like a charm. I love it

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Type-S 3.5 liter, Absolutely LOVE this Car!

I've started out looking for a standard Acura 3.2 TL until I test drove the Type-S version of a TL and WOW! The power and handling this car has are unbelievable. Well mannered pure power. My daughter fell in love with it and now I only get to drive it at oil change time. I can highly recommend this ride.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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