2006+ (ALL NEW THREADS DEALING WITH 06+ TL WILL BE MERGED HERE) OFFICIAL SPECS PG. 11
07-06-2005, 06:00 PM
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Originally Posted by TL CHROMETIDE
AW! i just remembered something, 06 TL might not have the A-Spec kit 
i minus well stick with good ol' 04
i minus well stick with good ol' 04
07-06-2005, 06:54 PM
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Originally Posted by Batman-JGII
Where did you hear that?
07-07-2005, 10:36 AM
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Originally Posted by JeffS
Sounds like speculation as Pierce said all other colors are the same. Shame too, WDP/EB would be hot.
You CAN get WDP with EBONY interior! I was looking to see what the new colors were and totally missed it. That combo should look great...
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07-07-2005, 11:43 AM
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Originally Posted by PIERCE@ACURA-O.P.
Didn't catch it first time around
You CAN get WDP with EBONY interior! I was looking to see what the new colors were and totally missed it. That combo should look great...
Pierce
You CAN get WDP with EBONY interior! I was looking to see what the new colors were and totally missed it. That combo should look great...
Pierce
WAIT.......WHA????
where did you "read" that? it hasnt been made offical to most's knowledge.
no ifno about the 06 are out yet, and you CANNOT get in on the 05's
07-07-2005, 12:15 PM
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Originally Posted by Minarets
WAIT.......WHA????
where did you "read" that? it hasnt been made offical to most's knowledge.
no ifno about the 06 are out yet, and you CANNOT get in on the 05's
where did you "read" that? it hasnt been made offical to most's knowledge.
no ifno about the 06 are out yet, and you CANNOT get in on the 05's
Originally Posted by PIERCE@ACURA-O.P.
I am the New Vehicle Manager at Acura Of Orange Park-my source is the Factory bulletin.
07-07-2005, 12:58 PM
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Originally Posted by PIERCE@ACURA-O.P.
Didn't catch it first time around
You CAN get WDP with EBONY interior! I was looking to see what the new colors were and totally missed it. That combo should look great...
Pierce
You CAN get WDP with EBONY interior! I was looking to see what the new colors were and totally missed it. That combo should look great...
Pierce
Any word on TSX colors/changes as I am looking at getting one in the fall.
07-07-2005, 04:39 PM
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Originally Posted by chill_dog
He works at a dealer...he got the info from some internal paperwork at some meeting...
OH COOL!
well, thanks!
if, so this might have me sold
07-07-2005, 07:12 PM
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Originally Posted by Shaqs2002TLS
The 2005 Lexus Es330 has the Alabaster Metallic.
Here's the Classic Silver
Here's the Alabaster Metallic (Silver)
Here's the Classic Silver
Here's the Alabaster Metallic (Silver)
07-11-2005, 11:00 AM
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07-11-2005, 09:48 PM
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I work at Acura and we've already ordered some WDP/Ebony TL's.....
Originally Posted by Minarets
WAIT.......WHA????
where did you "read" that? it hasnt been made offical to most's knowledge.
no ifno about the 06 are out yet, and you CANNOT get in on the 05's
where did you "read" that? it hasnt been made offical to most's knowledge.
no ifno about the 06 are out yet, and you CANNOT get in on the 05's
07-18-2005, 01:10 PM
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[QUOTE=dooky211]
Do you work for a dealership around here? Can you hook me up with a deal?
Originally Posted by jowaldo
Yeah I was wondering the same too...[/QUOTE}]
October.... maybe November... We have our last 05's coming in August and Early Sept, then the 06's follow.
October.... maybe November... We have our last 05's coming in August and Early Sept, then the 06's follow.
07-23-2005, 10:12 AM
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Regarding hybrids... doesn't this worry anybody?
http://www.boston.com/business/artic...cars_a_danger/
http://www.boston.com/business/artic...cars_a_danger/
07-24-2005, 03:10 PM
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Originally Posted by sweetride01
Regarding hybrids... doesn't this worry anybody?
http://www.boston.com/business/artic...cars_a_danger/
http://www.boston.com/business/artic...cars_a_danger/
07-24-2005, 10:47 PM
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Originally Posted by TLOBLLC
Good article. On a more frequently encountered note, do you think the average grease monkey at the local garage has the training to work on hybrids?
07-31-2005, 11:54 PM
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2006 TL changes
Since its groundbreaking redesign in 2004, the Acura TL has solidified its place as both the top selling Acura and best-selling luxury sedan in the country. The TL comes equipped with a 3.2-liter, VTEC V-6 engine, a drive-by-wire throttle system, and an available close-ratio 6-speed manual transmission with limited slip differential. For 2006, a Tire Pressure Monitoring System is added to the TL’s already long list of standard safety features as are two new exterior colors.
* Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
* Revised engine management system and steering angle sensor logic help reduce torque steer
* New Colors:
o Royal Blue Pearl replaces Abyss Blue Pearl
o Alabaster Silver Metallic replaces Satin Silver Metallic
o Deep Green Pearl discontinued
New horsepower/torque ratings: 258 horsepower SAE net (Rev 8/04) at 6200 rpm, 233 lbs-ft. of torque SAE net (Rev 8/04) at 5000 rpm
* Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
* Revised engine management system and steering angle sensor logic help reduce torque steer
* New Colors:
o Royal Blue Pearl replaces Abyss Blue Pearl
o Alabaster Silver Metallic replaces Satin Silver Metallic
o Deep Green Pearl discontinued
New horsepower/torque ratings: 258 horsepower SAE net (Rev 8/04) at 6200 rpm, 233 lbs-ft. of torque SAE net (Rev 8/04) at 5000 rpm
08-01-2005, 12:22 AM
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I have not read the specifics but it seems to be related to the way they calculate the SAE HP and torque. There has been no decrease. It's just the way it's calculated. So it's going to affect the HP numbers across the entire line.
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08-01-2005, 12:40 AM
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Yeah, there was an article in MT that talks about a revised way of calculating SAE net HP/TQ.
I'm more curious about this new engine management system and the steering angle logic... reduce torque steer, eh? We damn better be able to retrofit this. Retrofitting the TPMS would be sweet, too. I would rather have it show on the MID than have a separate aftermarket unit.
Thanks for posting the info.
I'm more curious about this new engine management system and the steering angle logic... reduce torque steer, eh? We damn better be able to retrofit this.
Retrofitting the TPMS would be sweet, too. I would rather have it show on the MID than have a separate aftermarket unit.Thanks for posting the info.
08-01-2005, 01:41 AM
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Wait, I'm still confused...horsepower is the same?
And does anyone know if WDP will be available with Ebony interior.
I thought there was a minor facelift and this caused a discontinuation of the A-Spec kit.
And does anyone know if WDP will be available with Ebony interior.
I thought there was a minor facelift and this caused a discontinuation of the A-Spec kit.
08-01-2005, 03:03 AM
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The reason for the rated HP decrease is tha.t the testing method has been "more" standardized. Some manufacturers were having their motors tested with out all the ancillaries attached or with exhaust and intake systems that varied slightly from what would be in a production vehicle. I also heard of some "super slippery" oil being used on some occasions. It is not that
Acura has lost horsepower, the cars still have the same, only the numbers have changed to more accurately (!) report the true HP and torque. The Z06 Corvette's rating actually went up from
500hp to 505. Possibly Bill Clinton is on Honda's horsepwer reporting team.
Acura has lost horsepower, the cars still have the same, only the numbers have changed to more accurately (!) report the true HP and torque. The Z06 Corvette's rating actually went up from
500hp to 505. Possibly Bill Clinton is on Honda's horsepwer reporting team.
08-01-2005, 06:24 AM
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l would imagine that the Revised engine management system and steering angle sensor logic help reduce torque steer feature would also reduce power somewhat.
I find it funny that there is a new standard way to calculate horsepower so the advertised HP is now less than the advertised hp in the 04 and 05 models. The torque is also lower. Maybe they changed the way they calculated it in the 04 and 05 models to show a bump and they never really had more than the 232 torque and 260 ponies that debuted in the 01 model.
So it is not that acura lost horsepower it is just that it was overstated is what they are saying.
I find it funny that there is a new standard way to calculate horsepower so the advertised HP is now less than the advertised hp in the 04 and 05 models. The torque is also lower. Maybe they changed the way they calculated it in the 04 and 05 models to show a bump and they never really had more than the 232 torque and 260 ponies that debuted in the 01 model.
So it is not that acura lost horsepower it is just that it was overstated is what they are saying.
08-01-2005, 08:39 AM
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Incredible, although I have to say I'm not surprised that the HP has been overstated. The TL, although I love it, never really FELT like 270 HP to me. The torque is completely believable as well.
I bet retrofitting the TP montitor, engine mgmt system and tire agle sensors will be a complete and utter BITCH to retrofit. I hope I am proven wrong. But hey, someone retrovitted factory NAV in an non-NAV TL so anything is possible.
I bet retrofitting the TP montitor, engine mgmt system and tire agle sensors will be a complete and utter BITCH to retrofit. I hope I am proven wrong. But hey, someone retrovitted factory NAV in an non-NAV TL so anything is possible.
08-01-2005, 11:41 AM
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Official TL specs for '06
http://www.vtec.net/news/news-item?news_item_id=384913
Looks like Acura's model of the year is the TSX for 06, it gets all the goodies... No ipod jack for us
http://www.vtec.net/news/news-item?news_item_id=384913
Looks like Acura's model of the year is the TSX for 06, it gets all the goodies... No ipod jack for us
08-01-2005, 12:06 PM
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Since its groundbreaking redesign in 2004, the Acura TL has solidified its place as both the top selling Acura and best-selling luxury sedan in the country. The TL comes equipped with a 3.2-liter, VTEC V-6 engine, a drive-by-wire throttle system, and an available close-ratio 6-speed manual transmission with limited slip differential. For 2006, a Tire Pressure Monitoring System is added to the TL’s already long list of standard safety features as are two new exterior colors.
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Revised engine management system and steering angle sensor logic help reduce torque steer
New Colors:
Royal Blue Pearl replaces Abyss Blue Pearl
Alabaster Silver Metallic replaces Satin Silver Metallic
Deep Green Pearl discontinued
New horsepower/torque ratings: 258 horsepower SAE net (Rev 8/04) at 6200 rpm, 233 lbs-ft. of torque SAE net (Rev 8/04) at 5000 rpm
NOTICE THE HORSEPOWER.
Since its groundbreaking redesign in 2004, the Acura TL has solidified its place as both the top selling Acura and best-selling luxury sedan in the country. The TL comes equipped with a 3.2-liter, VTEC V-6 engine, a drive-by-wire throttle system, and an available close-ratio 6-speed manual transmission with limited slip differential. For 2006, a Tire Pressure Monitoring System is added to the TL’s already long list of standard safety features as are two new exterior colors.
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Revised engine management system and steering angle sensor logic help reduce torque steer
New Colors:
Royal Blue Pearl replaces Abyss Blue Pearl
Alabaster Silver Metallic replaces Satin Silver Metallic
Deep Green Pearl discontinued
New horsepower/torque ratings: 258 horsepower SAE net (Rev 8/04) at 6200 rpm, 233 lbs-ft. of torque SAE net (Rev 8/04) at 5000 rpm
NOTICE THE HORSEPOWER.
08-01-2005, 12:07 PM
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For the 2006 model year, all Acura horsepower and torque specifications have been updated to reflect revised Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) J1349 (Rev 8/04) net calculations that went into effect in January of 2005. These new calculations reflect a number of significant changes in the way horsepower and torque are measured and may cause SAE net horsepower and torque totals published in 2006 media materials to differ from the figures published in previous years. To avoid confusion, all 2006 Acura press materials will specify “SAE net (Rev 8/04”) after all horsepower and torque figures to denote adherence to the new standards.