Rameel Isaac

I am probably going to save $$ for the 2013 models to come out but i love Honda/Acura and after owning a 11' Accord, TOO slow/soft and not so luxury obviously, i am going to sell it. But i just have a few questions....

Is the TL worth the extra 5 grand lets say for the base over the TSX?

At my age (19), is it a safer bet to go with TSX?

Also, i heard they were going to combine the two into the TLX? Should i wait for late 2013 to find out? or wait till the end of this year at least?

Thanks! Looking forward for a good discussion.

-I am also comparing the Base/or SE TSX with the BASE TL

spdandpwr

Other than the extra room and the fact that there is a v6 and a 6 speed auto, I don't see why you would pick the tl over the tsx.

Obviously, for me, those weren't important considering the price increase. The tsx is a bit lighter and more tossable, thus it handles better. I think the tsx has a nicer instrument cluster display. I do think the tl feels more solid though and the driving position felt nice and snug.

ed_423

I just can't get over the tl's look

KillerG

When shopping in 09 couldnt get over the ugly fucking mug on that thing. God damn was it hideous before the refresh.

Today? Id probably consider a ShAwd TL over a TSX

GrigioTSX10

I thought about a TL, but it's only 3 cubic feet bigger inside while it's 10" longer. The V6 engine would be nice, but you can get the TSX V6 now. I think it may be more the upper models (SH-AWD) than the base.

I'd stick with the TSX if you want to keep the price as close to the Accord as possible.

TSXV6Guy

+1. I could have gotten the 2010 TL 2WD for 300 bucks more than the TSX V6... Its ugliness made me get the TSX V6.

ceb

They make a TL wagon?
They make a TL with a folding rear seat?
They make a TL that isn't fugly?

mr2core

-Just the right size. I have always loved the size of the 3G TL and the 2G TSX falls right in line, altho its a few inches (?) shorter.

-Handling. Had a 1G TSX for a year and it felt too smallish for me but very fun to drive in the city limits so it swayed my decision.

-Gas mileage. Summer/holiday gas prices

-Styling. I don't find the TL's styling offensive, but I like the TSX's better.

-Comfort. Altho its not a big car, it feels more substantial than my 1G TSX while keeping a sporty demeanor. Seats are better and it just feels right for me, overall.

-Price. The used TL's were a bit more expensive when I was shopping. If my wallet happens to fatten, I would seriously look at a '12 SH AWD TL, though.

levistar

When we bought our 09, Acura was blowing out the 08 TL's. We could have bought TL Tech cheaper then the Premium TSX[Canada]. The reason we didn't get the TL? My wife didn't like the COVER for the cup holder. Yes, the cover.

a35tl

Honestly, for me it was pricing. I've owned two 3G TLs that I dearly loved. Really wanted a nice, low mileage 4G TL as a replacement but the price jump was steep. Found a super sweet deal on an incredibly low mileage (under 2K) '10 TSX V6 Tech, so I bought it. I love it but do miss the room of the TL. I'll likely replace this TSX V6 with a '12 TL Tech in a year or two. But for me it was totally price. Having said that, I've been most impressed by my TSX. Would definitely consider another one but only another V6 model. The 4 cylinder doesn't interest me enough to own. I've been spoiled by the power of the 6 cylinder.

TSXKid2010

1. Price
2. TSX is made in Japan vs. TL made in America
3. SIZE
4. Fuel economy

Those are the reasons my dad chose the TSX over the TL for me hahahaha.

Mr. NC

1) Gas
2) The size of a moon
3) Back in '10 when we were looing for a new car, that beak was BRUTAL to look @, the refresh saved that car

Having said that the TL is nice to look @ me thinks. With all its angular & hard lines I always think of it as the Japanese interpretation of an Audi, yes I know its made in the US blah blah.

Does the TSX look better than it? Yeah for sure. I like the front, & front 3/4ths of the TSX, the back is just boring to me for some reason.

You're 19 lol either car would be nice tbh. More so if its your 1st car.

PyroDave

TSX = built in jap. TL = built in america. if its not american muscle, i don't trust it...

also preferred the looks, and the TSX was my price range, the TL was not. i don't need the V6 though it'd be fun. i love the handling of the TSX

TSX2011

Old TL was a HUUUGE HIT for ACURA!!!!

I looked at the new TL when I was shopping, never looked at it again. F'Ugly...

TSX is way way way better than TL.

PyroDave

yea, im actually thinking that if i can find an 08 TLs in KBP with low miles, i may have to take it haha

I CU2

OMG. I <3 your guys TL, they were hot pursuit cars in Avengers.

Integra2TSX

Firstly, I love how you can swear in this forum and not get ** out. Lol.

Secondly, to the op, I drove the tl fully loaded with everything and wife and I were not impressed. We looked at each other and said, 46k for THIS? We had just driven the tsx SE off the showroom floor and fell in love with it already. The interior room in the tl felt even snugger than the tsx. It also rode harsher, and got far worse gas mileage, ESP in city.

So tsx was perfect size, looks, and appeal to us. The 4 cyl is plenty peppy. My 5.0 is my cure if I need grunt.

Nedmundo

In late 2009, I did not even consider the TL. It was too big, too ugly, too expensive, too thirsty, and could not be had with a folding rear seat. I was excited to have classic Honda agility with 6MT in the TSX. Honestly, unless you're willing to spring for the SH – AWD model, I would not bother with the TL at all, because the FWD model would not be a dynamic upgrade over the TSX. IMO, YMMV, etc.

Mr. NC

And in the movie I'm pretty sure they all got destroyed in some way or another lol

mrstak

iTrader: (1)

Acura should follow the avengers storyline and destroy all the 4G TL's...those hideous beasts need to die.

ed_423

or the zdx. would love to see the hulk smash that.

drivedata

I didn't need a spaceship, so I got a TSX instead

aspecallday

I have a '12 shawd and i have to agree i was not much of a fan of the 09-11 models.

I still dont think i would ever get a tsx just not my style to small and slow

Its a waste of money to get a v6 tsx when you can just get a base (tl'12) for the same price(for the ones that said they didn't get a tl because of the beak)

opboarding

I'm sure the SH-AWD is a blast to drive, I wont argue with that. If money isn't an issue and you like the style of the TL then more power to you.

To say its a waste of money to get the TSX v6 is a bit harsh. You are saying that its an upgrade to get the TL. I've gotten a 09-11 TL loaner twice, each for a couple days, and I didn't like it compared to my TSX. The interior felt a little more...cheap, and there were a few other things overall I didn't like. Plus, I think the TSX looks a lot better compared to the TL(refresh looks a little better but not enough to make me want to buy one). It is only an "upgrade" because Acura tells you that the TL is a higher tier and advertises it like crazy. To me, the TSX V6 and base TL are on equal tiers.

I have a feeling this thread is going to slowly turn into a TSX/TL war...

oldsnwbrdr

Just did this exact comparison. I was brought into the showroom for the TSX but could have leased a base TL for only $60 more per month.

I do like the style of the TL. I felt that the interior was a little better assembled than the TSX, and I do enjoy the 6-cylinder smoothness. But the thing is just too big (I owned a 2G and a 3G TL). The size, handling, and tossability of the TSX is just perfect, and it gets far better gas mileage.

I am leasing now, but if they can hold the sizing of the TLX equal to the TSX, and move it just a pinch upmarket, I will buy it.

aspecallday

I agree with you and the waste of money comment was just my opinion so plz dont kill me tsx owners..lol

My daughters god father owns a tsx and im always in it ,so i 100% disagree with you with the comparisons of the interior....leather,cabin noise,dash display etc.Tl is in another league.

some people like tsx and i understand why it definetly has more pro's then con's. Others choose tl's,to each is own.

i agree this thread might get ugly lol...hope not its just car convo

potmilkz

its just a fancy overpriced accord.

opboarding

I was comparing my 11 TSX to the 09-11 TL, and you are comparing your 12 TL to what is probably the 09-10 TSX. If this is true, then we both arent exactly comparing apples to apples. The refresh for TSX in 11 gave some small nice upgrades(including a much nicer nav and different seats), and I'm sure the refresh gave the 12 TL some similar upgrades as well.

potmilkz

the interior is 98% the same from 09-11 to 12.

so your statement is invalid.

aspecallday

no, i was comparing it to 09-11 tsx because i have been in them both.

the bottom line is that the TL is much better of a car in almost every aspect.
Yes you save on the gas with the 4 cylinders but who cares.

speaking for myself i got a '12 shawd because i couldn't afford a m5(smh).
people get tsx when they cant afford a tl, they just wont admit it...#LIFE

TSXV6Guy

Not in all cases... When I was shopping for the TL in 2010, it is its look (the beak) that I could not compromise on. 2010 TSX V6 and TL 2WD were the almost same price... If I were buying it today (2012 MY), then I would prob. get the TL due to it being "less ugly" now.

Grigio09

iTrader: (1)

I like both cars. Price for the tsx and gas prices made more sense for me. I am an accountant lol

dallison

the 09+ tl is ugly as fawk on the outside. The interior and engine are suite.

I chose a lesser expensive car and one that had a chain driven motor.

MrOtocinclus

Yes, I got my TSX because I couldn't afford a TL. And everyone who gets a 3 series can't afford a 5 series. And everyone who gets a Corolla can't afford a Camry. And...

ceb

Right. I started looking at 5 series but didn't want the problems that go along with a BMW so I traded my 335 for a TSX wagon - although I probably should have bought a Bentley because I can theoretically afford it.

The TL is larger, has a bigger turning circle and has a tiny trunk without folding rear seats. For my driving, the TSX was better. I compared the two and never even considered the price.

Tannis

I didn't get the TSX because of price. I mainly got it because #1, It was an Acura/Honda vehicle and I do appreciate reliability. #2, looks. It was everything I loved and still do!. #3, Fuel economy- While it gets fairly decent mpg it never fails to impress. Not a fast car by any means. I've owned several in the past but I'm still happy with this. Where it lacks in the straight-away it makes up for in the corners. So TSX over TL? No contest. And yes, I drove the SH AWD TL. Meh. My '91 Dodge Stealth R/T Twin Turbo could still kick the dog shit out of that car without mods.

Good luck with your purchase.

potmilkz

all i see is people stating how the beak looks.. but never consider about bang for your buck. there are features that the TL has that tsx doesnt, and the only feature the TL doesnt have from the tsx is the folding rear seats.

Push start, keyless access system smart key, 10 way adjustable driver and 8 way adjustable passenger, 440 watt sound system

both same price and yet you still chose a car that resembles an accord.. SMH.

if the tsx was cheaper, then it would be a good buy.

aspecallday

No need to get offended fellas if you read why i wrote i said "speaking for myself"

@tsxguyv6guy you are 100% about it not being the case all the time but people on here try to give me that bs about them not wanting a better car then they already own.

Lets be realistic here you have to strive for better things in life so save all that im happy with what i have crap.

TSX is a great car but stop the ignorance,its has nothing on Tl and never will.Thats why you see them everywhere,they cost less...wtf ppl

opboarding

Spoiler Alert: No one is going to win this thread. Let it die.

ed_423

when did this become a tsx vs tl battle. lol people are so sensitive these days..."better" has different meaning for different people. my 2002 civic can easily be "better" than my tsx or your tl or someone's m5 just because its small, compact, easy to park, good on gas, etc...