What is your favorite TL design/engineering element?

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Jun 10, 2011 | 03:20 PM
  #1  
Of the many, one of my most favorite is the split display. I don't have to have a big nav screen shining at night to listen to music. In keeping with that I like that the big screen is hooded.
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Jun 10, 2011 | 03:40 PM
  #2  
I like the overall design of the driver's side, everything is in reach and easily readable. I also really love the push button start
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Jun 10, 2011 | 03:50 PM
  #3  
Dual climate control and being able to switch to sports mode at 69 MPH, and feeling the whiplash.
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Jun 10, 2011 | 03:56 PM
  #4  
Quote: Dual climate control and being able to switch to sports mode at 69 MPH, and feeling the whiplash.
You actually do that?
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Jun 10, 2011 | 03:59 PM
  #5  
I appreciate the SH-AWD and the voice commands.
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Jun 10, 2011 | 04:32 PM
  #6  
The SH-AWD and that 3.7 v-tec!!!!
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Jun 10, 2011 | 04:40 PM
  #7  
Acura's attention to handling. It's so consistent from car to car.

The ELS sound system is another of my fav's
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Jun 10, 2011 | 05:15 PM
  #8  
Quote: You actually do that?
Oh yea, when I need to make a pass. I should of added im on 5th gear then drop to 4th gear and I'm gone.
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Jun 10, 2011 | 06:10 PM
  #9  
i just like the car over all....
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Jun 10, 2011 | 08:59 PM
  #10  
Interesting question. It is unique in it's class (or any class near it) in that the AWD system is performance oriented and actually takes a front drive platform and one-ups the rear drive sport sedans in handling. I normally don't like to put front drive platforms in the "sport sedan" elite category.

The overall sound system/nav package is the best I've seen.
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Jun 10, 2011 | 10:16 PM
  #11  
...the looks I get when I drive the car. Seriously, the 6 speed MT.
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Jun 10, 2011 | 10:58 PM
  #12  
Quote: Oh yea, when I need to make a pass. I should of added im on 5th gear then drop to 4th gear and I'm gone.

You can do the same thing by hitting the "-" paddle shift.

I like the ELS and the overall look of the interior the most. I know its hit or miss for some, but the white stitching on the awd leather is great.
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Jun 11, 2011 | 12:23 AM
  #13  
A rarity in today's automotive world: 300+ HP V6, torque vectoring AWD that benefits handling and ice/snow, an interior that IMHO stands among the best, and 6 speed manual
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Jun 11, 2011 | 12:56 AM
  #14  
Love the car all around, not to mention how much compliments and stares I get. One thing I haven't heard mention a lot is the Hill Start assist Can't tell you how much I appreciate this feature in the 6 MT. No need to feather the throttle and clutch any more or over gas the car when starting from stop on a hill.
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Jun 11, 2011 | 10:51 PM
  #15  
Even after 2 years, love seeing my '09 grigio metallic... that color rocks in sun and shade, especially when clean... of course, the awesome DVD-Audio capability & stereo integrated with the rest of the systems is killer... did I mention the pure joy I get accelerating thru the tight on-ramp from Westlake Blvd south onto the 101 South???
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Jun 11, 2011 | 10:59 PM
  #16  
Quote: Even after 2 years, love seeing my '09 grigio metallic... that color rocks in sun and shade, especially when clean... of course, the awesome DVD-Audio capability & stereo integrated with the rest of the systems is killer... did I mention the pure joy I get accelerating thru the tight on-ramp from Westlake Blvd south onto the 101 South???
You have some nice driving roads out there. I like taking Los Virgenes Canyon Rd ( or is Kanan?) to Malibu. Good pavement.
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Jun 11, 2011 | 11:20 PM
  #17  
Quote: Even after 2 years, love seeing my '09 grigio metallic... that color rocks in sun and shade, especially when clean... of course, the awesome DVD-Audio capability & stereo integrated with the rest of the systems is killer... did I mention the pure joy I get accelerating thru the tight on-ramp from Westlake Blvd south onto the 101 South???
Wow I know exactly which ramp this is. Small world.
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Jun 12, 2011 | 12:39 AM
  #18  
Either one gets you to Malibu... Las Virgines (Malibu Canyon) is shorter and ends up more south, but is easily "ruined" by slow pokers since it's only 1 lane... Kanan Dume winds up farther north (near Zuma Beach) and has plentiful passing spots, but watch out for ze police on weekends... for ultimate paddle-shifting joy, take Westlake Blvd (or 23 or Decker Rd) south to the PCH... a windy, paddle-shifting plethora of tight, steep turns enough to make a stick shift driver exhausted... cheers!
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Jun 12, 2011 | 12:53 AM
  #19  
Sh-awd.
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Jun 12, 2011 | 01:00 AM
  #20  
Quote: Either one gets you to Malibu... Las Virgines (Malibu Canyon) is shorter and ends up more south, but is easily "ruined" by slow pokers since it's only 1 lane... Kanan Dume winds up farther north (near Zuma Beach) and has plentiful passing spots, but watch out for ze police on weekends... for ultimate paddle-shifting joy, take Westlake Blvd (or 23 or Decker Rd) south to the PCH... a windy, paddle-shifting plethora of tight, steep turns enough to make a stick shift driver exhausted... cheers!
I want to experience this so badly right now
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Jun 12, 2011 | 06:16 AM
  #21  
I like everything about it, the ELS is great (I usually hit the after market shop by now), full iPod control, SH-AWD, BSI, vented seats, the little features that won't let you leave your keys in the car or trunk... etc...
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Jun 12, 2011 | 09:38 AM
  #22  
Quote: Either one gets you to Malibu... Las Virgines (Malibu Canyon) is shorter and ends up more south, but is easily "ruined" by slow pokers since it's only 1 lane... Kanan Dume winds up farther north (near Zuma Beach) and has plentiful passing spots, but watch out for ze police on weekends... for ultimate paddle-shifting joy, take Westlake Blvd (or 23 or Decker Rd) south to the PCH... a windy, paddle-shifting plethora of tight, steep turns enough to make a stick shift driver exhausted... cheers!
I've been down the road a couple of times. Goes through the tunnel comes out at the Pepperdine campus right?
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Jun 12, 2011 | 09:39 AM
  #23  
All of the above but let me add the backup camera to the list. First car I've had with that feature and it gets a lot of use.
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Jun 12, 2011 | 10:11 AM
  #24  
SH-AWD
Bluetooth audio
Rear camera with distance hash marks
Push button start
Keyless entry
Exterior design. I love it!
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Jun 12, 2011 | 11:26 AM
  #25  
I too vote for the push button start and keyless entry. The next item is the outstanding sound system. I've owned many cars over the years including an Acura, but none of them can compare to the TL's sound system. It's truly great!
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Jun 12, 2011 | 12:11 PM
  #26  
"...torque vectoring SH-AWD"
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Jun 12, 2011 | 02:50 PM
  #27  
The side mirrors that go down so that I never have to hit a curb while parking. I got more but want to see what others will post.
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Jun 12, 2011 | 07:52 PM
  #28  
The red start button is by far my favorite feature. It (and the handling) oddly reminds me of my S2000.
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Jun 12, 2011 | 09:03 PM
  #29  
Favorite features...
#1 Push button start / keyless access - I literally would not have bought the car without this. Quick, convenient, cool... and no, I've had absolutely no problems with this feature. No people stealing my car by hacking the signal, no "battery loss", or getting locked out.
#2 Bluetooth audio - amazingly convenient. I charge my phone using my pc, so i also update my songs then. No need to deal with the super slow USB on the TL. The only problem is that my 2010 didn't get the song information display so I end up going to my phone to see what is on sometimes.
#3 Reverse camera/tilting side mirrors - I used to measure by eye how close I was to cars I was backing near. In reality, I'm usually "safe" because I stay a clear 2-3ft away at all times, and nearly a foot away from the curbs. Now I park with pinpoint accuracy
#4 Sound System - As an audiophile, I usually change out the car stereo and speakers right away, but this car sounds good enough and has enough features so that I don't feel the need to change anything
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Jun 12, 2011 | 11:25 PM
  #30  
I like the XM Nav Weather and the downloadable music option.
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Jun 13, 2011 | 01:22 PM
  #31  
in sequence:
SH-AWD
Keyless Entry
ELS Sound System
Rear Camera
Everything Else...
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Jun 14, 2011 | 08:57 AM
  #32  
I love how I can grab my key, put it in my pocket, and not take it back out again until I get home.
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Jun 14, 2011 | 10:11 AM
  #33  
Fun, Fun, Fun
Quote: Of the many, one of my most favorite is the split display. I don't have to have a big nav screen shining at night to listen to music. In keeping with that I like that the big screen is hooded.
At 63, my wife and I have owned a lot of cars in our lifetime. After the first 6 months most of the FUN and newness have left us, but after 14 months and some 13K miles, my 2010 SH-AWD Tech continues to give me a lot of excitement every time I get into th car. I make excuses to just get in the car and go do something, and lots of that here in San Diego. The Fun Factor is what I like best!
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Jun 14, 2011 | 08:42 PM
  #34  
The scissor doors......
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Jun 15, 2011 | 07:44 AM
  #35  
Quote: A rarity in today's automotive world: 300+ HP V6, torque vectoring AWD that benefits handling and ice/snow, an interior that IMHO stands among the best, and 6 speed manual

Ditto...well save for the manual, AT here, plus chicks dig the car.
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