New Acura TL Special Edition Debuts with Key Feature Upgrades
06-07-2013, 12:49 PM
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New Acura TL Special Edition Debuts with Key Feature Upgrades
Upgraded 2013 TL to bridge the gap before the much anticipated 2015 TLX
Source: http://acuraconnected.com/2013/06/07...ture-upgrades/
Source: http://acuraconnected.com/2013/06/07...ture-upgrades/
06-07-2013, 12:56 PM
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Burning Brakes
Just badging and wheels...LOL. Nice wheels though.
06-07-2013, 01:10 PM
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"The front-wheel-drive TL Special Edition features distinctive 10-spoke, 18-inch alloy wheels, a color-matched deck lid spoiler and trunk-mounted Special Edition badging. Standard keyless access with pushbutton start adds convenience and ease of use"
Most of the above should have been standard on the base...
Most of the above should have been standard on the base...
06-07-2013, 01:37 PM
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The system identifies which of the two supplied fobs is in use each time the driver’s door is opened (even if it is already unlocked), and then automatically sets the driver’s seat, steering wheel, outside mirrors, climate control and audio system (including audio system presets) to a profile preset by the driver using that fob.
Are finally offering the memory steering on the TL, that would be great as i always thought this feature was needed for a car in this price range.
Are finally offering the memory steering on the TL, that would be great as i always thought this feature was needed for a car in this price range.
06-07-2013, 01:49 PM
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Burning Brakes
The system identifies which of the two supplied fobs is in use each time the driver’s door is opened (even if it is already unlocked), and then automatically sets the driver’s seat, steering wheel, outside mirrors, climate control and audio system (including audio system presets) to a profile preset by the driver using that fob.
Are finally offering the memory steering on the TL, that would be great as i always thought this feature was needed for a car in this price range.
Are finally offering the memory steering on the TL, that would be great as i always thought this feature was needed for a car in this price range.
06-07-2013, 01:58 PM
#9
The fob features were already part of the tech package, don't know about the steering wheel memory however, as the TL didn't have a power steering column, did they finally add that? Maybe a 2012 MMC add on and I missed it.
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06-07-2013, 02:27 PM
#10
whats with the lack of wheel gap? I want a sport spring/damper combo like the honda HFP products. Civic Si you could get a spring/strut combo that lowered an inch and had a much tighter drive/less body roll. It was a great package.
06-07-2013, 02:32 PM
#11
2G TLX-S
Just like all other Honda/Acura "Special Edition" trims - purely cosmetic add-ons.
06-07-2013, 04:41 PM
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Drifting
06-07-2013, 06:15 PM
#18
^^ LMAO....You just beat me to it by like 5 minutes!! I was going to say the exact same thing. If I had to re-adjust my steering wheel, I would have to open my owner's manual or ask you guys on how to do it *lmao*
06-07-2013, 06:21 PM
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On a separate note, this TL looks pretty good although nothing overly different (visually) except for the wheels, which for me, don't do much. I like the simple 5 spoke design of the 18 inch rims on my current TL but again, this is purely a subjective thing.
With the approach of the new TLX release, it will be so interesting to see how the new design will be accepted but most importantly, how people are going to feel about the 4G after the 5G (or 1G TLX) is released. I am almost positive that many will come here wishing the design of the 5G would have been evolutionary and how we miss the bold design of the 4G over this new design *lol* In other words, will the 4G become the next 3G? Time will tell but I would love to have a Time Capsule and read back these words in about 1 year from now
With the approach of the new TLX release, it will be so interesting to see how the new design will be accepted but most importantly, how people are going to feel about the 4G after the 5G (or 1G TLX) is released. I am almost positive that many will come here wishing the design of the 5G would have been evolutionary and how we miss the bold design of the 4G over this new design *lol* In other words, will the 4G become the next 3G? Time will tell but I would love to have a Time Capsule and read back these words in about 1 year from now
06-07-2013, 06:23 PM
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06-07-2013, 07:22 PM
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On a separate note, this TL looks pretty good although nothing overly different (visually) except for the wheels, which for me, don't do much. I like the simple 5 spoke design of the 18 inch rims on my current TL but again, this is purely a subjective thing.
With the approach of the new TLX release, it will be so interesting to see how the new design will be accepted but most importantly, how people are going to feel about the 4G after the 5G (or 1G TLX) is released. I am almost positive that many will come here wishing the design of the 5G would have been evolutionary and how we miss the bold design of the 4G over this new design *lol* In other words, will the 4G become the next 3G? Time will tell but I would love to have a Time Capsule and read back these words in about 1 year from now
With the approach of the new TLX release, it will be so interesting to see how the new design will be accepted but most importantly, how people are going to feel about the 4G after the 5G (or 1G TLX) is released. I am almost positive that many will come here wishing the design of the 5G would have been evolutionary and how we miss the bold design of the 4G over this new design *lol* In other words, will the 4G become the next 3G? Time will tell but I would love to have a Time Capsule and read back these words in about 1 year from now
bet will be much less bold - like the 2014 MDX as compared the the prev MDX generation
06-07-2013, 07:29 PM
#23
^^ Less bold is OK if it is well executed and still sexy. I want a nice aggressive design, something that has some character without having to be too polarizing. An example of a nice design is the Audi RS4 or the S5...nothing too funky but so sexy 
06-07-2013, 08:30 PM
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Breaking News! Acura has announced an Eddie Bauer edition of the RLX! More, including link, after this short break.
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06-07-2013, 09:13 PM
#25
I don't think so - hasn't a "special edition" accord always been followed w/ the the next generation model every time ?
06-07-2013, 09:26 PM
#26
-the new Acura design language is "safe"
06-08-2013, 06:50 AM
#28
"Special Edition" = unloading excessive parts inventory.
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06-08-2013, 08:53 AM
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06-08-2013, 12:02 PM
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When I was getting our TL serviced a few weeks ago there was a California TL in the showroom. It did look really sharp, mostly due to the nice wheels and the bumper/underbody package but otherwise there was no difference that I could discern--except the price tag with was $50k+ if I recall.
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06-08-2013, 03:34 PM
#36
^ Nor the tinted windows. Note the front windshield in this artist-conception is also tinted.
