Hi,
Looking at 2010 TL SH AWD with Tech Pkg.

Other than exterior differences, 5 speed vs 6 speed trans, would there be any other differences compared to a 2012 TL SH AWD Tech? Thanks!

 

very little.
2010-
3.5-liter V6
280 horsepower @ 6200 rpm
254 lb.-ft. of torque @ 5000 rpm
EPA city/highway fuel economy: 18/26

3.7-liter V6
305 horsepower @ 6200 rpm
273 lb.-ft. of torque @ 5000 rpm
EPA city/highway fuel economy: 17/25 (automatic), 17/25 (manual)

2012
3.5-liter V6
280 horsepower @ 6,200 rpm
254 lb.-ft. of torque @ 5,000 rpm
EPA city/highway fuel economy: 20/29

3.7-liter V6
305 horsepower @ 6,300 rpm
273 lb.-ft. of torque @ 5,000 rpm
EPA city/highway fuel economy: 17/25 (manual), 18/26 (automatic)
Blind Spot Information System

 

What's New for 2012

The 2012 Acura TL gets revised front-end styling, a six-speed automatic transmission, improved fuel efficiency, an upgraded navigation system and a quieter freeway ride.


from http://www.edmunds.com/acura/tl/2012...sed#fullreview

 

 

are you considering trading it in for a 2012?

 

What the heck.. I haven't seen any TLs with those i'm guessing they are headlight washers?

 

The 2010 looks much better. ;-)

 

IIRC Canadian models receive headlight washers.

 

I'm agree

 

Do the 2012 lose the brake ducts?

 

It LOOKS like it, but it may just be vented ducts.

 

Nope. They're still there. I had my wheels off the other day.

 

i agree. 2010 lot nicer. not as rounded.

 

+1 that 2010 is nicer. I like the lines much more.

 

I have a 2010 and had a 2012 for a loaner car for a day. Same ext. and int. color. I noticed only 3 differences. A horizontal chrome trim piece on the radio, black chrome interior door handles (not a fan), and a transmission that can't decide which gear to be in and shifts harder. Made me love my 2010 even more!

 

+1 on the 2009_11 looking much betteras compared to the meek look taken on during the MMC

 

IMO the 2012 doesn't look as aggressive as the 09-11 but I am also partial since I have a 2011. I also happend to be one of the few that actually like the 09-11 grill, I guess to each his own.

Good luck in whatever you decide.

 

for agressiveness, i give it to the 2009-2011 models.

for clean cut and class, i give it to the 2012 models.

but at end of the day.. it all depends on personal preference.



i like the 2009-2011 rear with a 2012 front end.. but thats just me..

 

Agree with potmilkz - all personal preference. I bought the 2012 TL after test driving and comparing it with its competitors (ES350, IS250/350, G37). I loved the handling and experience and look. I was blissfully unaware of all of the changes between 2012 and 2009-11. Very happy with the 2012.

Now having seen what the 2009-11 looked like, for me personally the larger front fascia would have been a turn-off. And also, I'm loving the six-speed AT of the 2012, whereas the 2009-11 ATs were 5 speed I believe. More MPG = good for my pocketbook (recently got 33MPG on a 300 mile trip through California which included going up and down the Grapevine (4400ft altitude).

But you know your tastes best, buy the one that makes you happy!

 

revised rear styling on 2012 as well. smaller rear deflectors, license plate moved up, rear lights are all red, different exhaust tips, shorter overhang. The front headlights have a tinted cover as well.

 

i agree. 2012 too rounded. looks more like a family car. 2010 has a more mean look

 

2010 looks like a pile of donkey dung.