There's been lots of questions as to the value of the additional $2,380 MSRP for the 2002 TL-S vs. the TL Premium. Following is a list of TL-S unique features.

Performance

1. Larger diameter throttle body
2. Two stage intake manifold with integral velocity stacks
3. Thin-wall spin-cast cylinder liners
4. Higher engine compression ratio
5. High performance camshaft
6. High flow valves developed by Honda Racing and camshaft
7. Tuned intake runners
8. Larger 120 amp alternator
9. Low restriction catalytic converter
10. Dual high flow mufflers
11. Increased exhaust-pipe diameter
12. Higher capacity transmission torque converter
13. Increased second gear clutch holding capacity
14. 6900 vs. 6500 RPM redline
15. An additional 35 horsepower and 16 pound-feet of torque

Suspension and Handling

16. Unique 17” aluminum wheels
17. Upgraded 17” tires
18. Higher rate springs
19. Firmer shock valving
20. Increased suspension damping rates
21. Larger rear stabilizer bar
22. Torque sensitive steering

Interior Enhancements

23. Sport seats with perforated leather inserts
24. Light metallic instrument faces
25. Perforated leather Type S shift knob
26. Perforated leather steering wheel
27. Ebony wood trim with Ebony leather interior

Exterior Enhancements

28. Type S badging

Safety

29. Vehicle Stability Assist with 4-channel vs. 3 channel ABS

When you add it all up, it sounds like a bargain to me.

 

well said!!

 

I agree

 

Good for you, people should start coming to this site for info instead of Acura.com.

 

You mean Acura has their own website!!

I've always come here or to acura-cl.com depending on what info I'm looking for. Between the 2 sites there is plenty of info....



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