2012 Acura TL Reviews, Pricing & Specs

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$35,705 to $45,185

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by Max D
Nov 02, 2024
I really like Acura tl and very dependable Nov 02, 2024
by Beverly C
Oct 10, 2024
Acura is a wonderful brand I would always buy a vehicle from them.Oct 10, 2024
by Everett K
Jul 22, 2024
Im still trying to get this car but I have had a few TLs and I love them Jul 22, 2024

2012 Acura TL Pricing

Original MSRP
$35,705 to $45,185
Price range
$9,010 to $11,670
Average price on CG
$10,021
YoY price change
$11,470 to $10,021

Trims & specs

Air Conditioning

Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: element · USB auxiliary audio input · 6 disc in-dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Surround audio: 5.1 · Total Number of Speakers: 8 · 276 watts

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 12.6 · Front brake width: 1.1 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.1 · Rear brake width: .43 · Rear brakes: disc

Comfort Features

Armrests: rear center folding with pass-thru · Center console trim: simulated alloy · Dash trim: simulated alloy · Door sill trim: aluminum · Door trim: simulated alloy · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather and wood

Convenience Features

Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Keyless entry: Intelligent Key · Memorized settings: climate control · Multi-function remote: trunk release · One-touch windows: 2 · Parking sensors: rear · Power outlet(s): two 12V · Power steering: speed-proportional · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: paddle shifter · Storage: front seatback · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 3.72

Exterior Features

Body side moldings: body-color · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Grille color: chrome · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Window trim: stainless steel

Headrests

Adjustable rear headrests: retractable · Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3

Instrumentation

Warnings and reminders: low oil level

Lights

Headlights: auto delay off · Tail and brake lights: LED

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: reverse gear tilt

Passenger Seat

Power adjustments: 8

Rear Seats

Type: bench

Roof

Moonroof: one-touch open/close

Safety

Active head restraints: driver · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: front · Parking sensors: rear

Seatbelts

Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Second row seatbelts: 3-point

Seats

Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: sport bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: height · Upholstery: leather

Spare Tire

Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary

Spare Wheel

Rim Type: steel

Suspension

Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: strut · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front

Telematics

Driver assistance app: roadside assistance · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth

Tires

Diameter: 19 · Profile: 40 · Type: all season · Width: 245

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy · Wheels: chrome alloy

Windows

Front wipers: variable intermittent · Laminated glass: acoustic · Power windows: remote operation

Air Conditioning

Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: element · Auxiliary audio input: iPod/iPhone integration · 6 disc in-dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Surround audio: 5.1 · Total Number of Speakers: 8 · 276 watts

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 12.6 · Front brake width: 1.1 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.1 · Rear brake width: .43 · Rear brakes: disc

Comfort Features

Armrests: rear center folding with pass-thru · Center console trim: simulated alloy · Dash trim: simulated alloy · Door sill trim: aluminum · Door trim: simulated alloy · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather and wood

Convenience Features

Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Keyless entry: Intelligent Key · Memorized settings: driver seat · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 2 · Parking sensors: rear · Power outlet(s): two 12V · Power steering: speed-proportional · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: paddle shifter · Storage: cargo net · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10

Drivetrain

4WD Type: full time · Axle ratio: 3.72 · Limited slip differential: center

Exterior Features

Body side moldings: body-color · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Grille color: chrome · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Window trim: stainless steel

Headrests

Adjustable rear headrests: retractable · Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3

Instrumentation

Warnings and reminders: low fuel level

Lights

Headlights: Auto on · Tail and brake lights: LED

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power

Passenger Seat

Power adjustments: 8

Rear Seats

Type: bench

Roof

Moonroof: power

Safety

Active head restraints: driver · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: front · Parking sensors: rear

Seatbelts

Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Second row seatbelts: 3-point

Seats

Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: sport bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: height · Upholstery: leather

Spare Tire

Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary

Spare Wheel

Rim Type: steel

Suspension

Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: strut · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front

Telematics

Driver assistance app: roadside assistance · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth

Tires

Diameter: 19 · Profile: 40 · Type: all season · Width: 245

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy · Wheels: alloy

Windows

Front wipers: variable intermittent · Laminated glass: acoustic · Power windows: remote operation

Air Conditioning

Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: element · USB auxiliary audio input · 15GB hard drive · In-Dash CD: DVD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Surround audio: 5.1 · Total Number of Speakers: 10 · 410 watts

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 12.6 · Front brake width: 1.1 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.1 · Rear brake width: .43 · Rear brakes: disc

Comfort Features

Armrests: rear center folding with pass-thru · Center console trim: simulated alloy · Dash trim: simulated alloy · Door sill trim: aluminum · Door trim: simulated alloy · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather and wood

Convenience Features

Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Keyless entry: Intelligent Key · Memorized settings: climate control · Multi-function remote: trunk release · One-touch windows: 2 · Parking sensors: rear · Power outlet(s): two 12V · Power steering: speed-proportional · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: front seatback · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 3.72

Exterior Features

Body side moldings: body-color · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Grille color: chrome · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Window trim: stainless steel

Headrests

Adjustable rear headrests: retractable · Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3

In Car Entertainment

Infotainment: AcuraLink · Infotainment screen size: 8 in.

Instrumentation

Warnings and reminders: low oil level

Lights

Headlights: HID · Tail and brake lights: LED

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power

Passenger Seat

Power adjustments: 8

Rear Seats

Type: bench

Roof

Moonroof: one-touch open/close

Safety

Active head restraints: driver · Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: front · Parking sensors: rear

Seatbelts

Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Second row seatbelts: 3-point

Seats

Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: sport bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: height · Upholstery: leather

Spare Tire

Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary

Spare Wheel

Rim Type: steel

Suspension

Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front

Telematics

Driver assistance app: roadside assistance · Navigation system: hard drive navigation system · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth

Tires

Diameter: 18 · Profile: 40 · Type: all season · Width: 245

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy · Wheels: chrome alloy

Windows

Front wipers: speed sensitive · Laminated glass: acoustic · Power windows: remote operation

Air Conditioning

Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: element · Auxiliary audio input: iPod/iPhone integration · 15GB hard drive · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Surround audio: 5.1 · Total Number of Speakers: 10 · 410 watts

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 12.6 · Front brake width: 1.1 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.1 · Rear brake width: .43 · Rear brakes: disc

Comfort Features

Armrests: rear center folding with pass-thru · Center console trim: simulated alloy · Dash trim: simulated alloy · Door sill trim: aluminum · Door trim: simulated alloy · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Keyless entry: Intelligent Key · Memorized settings: climate control · Multi-function remote: trunk release · One-touch windows: 2 · Parking sensors: rear · Power outlet(s): two 12V · Power steering: speed-proportional · Reading lights: rear · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: paddle shifter · Storage: door pockets · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 3.72

Exterior Features

Body side moldings: body-color · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Grille color: chrome · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Window trim: stainless steel

Headrests

Adjustable rear headrests: retractable · Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3

In Car Entertainment

Infotainment: AcuraLink · Infotainment screen size: 8 in.

Instrumentation

Warnings and reminders: low oil level

Lights

Headlights: Auto on · Tail and brake lights: LED

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: integrated turn signals

Passenger Seat

Power adjustments: 8

Rear Seats

Type: bench

Roof

Moonroof: one-touch open/close

Safety

Active head restraints: driver · Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: front · Parking sensors: rear

Seatbelts

Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Second row seatbelts: 3-point

Seats

Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: sport bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: height · Upholstery: leather

Spare Tire

Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary

Spare Wheel

Rim Type: steel

Suspension

Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: strut · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front

Telematics

Driver assistance app: roadside assistance · Navigation system: hard drive navigation system · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth

Tires

Diameter: 19 · Profile: 40 · Type: all season · Width: 245

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy · Wheels: alloy

Windows

Front wipers: speed sensitive · Laminated glass: acoustic · Power windows: remote operation

Air Conditioning

Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: element · USB auxiliary audio input · 15GB hard drive · In-Dash CD: DVD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Surround audio: 5.1 · Total Number of Speakers: 10 · 410 watts

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 12.6 · Front brake width: 1.1 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.1 · Rear brake width: .43 · Rear brakes: disc

Comfort Features

Armrests: rear center folding with pass-thru · Center console trim: simulated alloy · Dash trim: simulated alloy · Door sill trim: aluminum · Door trim: simulated alloy · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: wood

Convenience Features

Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Keyless entry: Intelligent Key · Memorized settings: driver seat · Multi-function remote: proximity entry system · One-touch windows: 2 · Parking sensors: rear · Power outlet(s): two 12V · Power steering: speed-proportional · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: multi-function screen controls · Storage: cargo tie-down anchors and hooks · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10

Drivetrain

4WD Type: full time · Axle ratio: 3.72 · Limited slip differential: center

Exterior Features

Body side moldings: body-color · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Grille color: chrome · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Window trim: stainless steel

Headrests

Adjustable rear headrests: retractable · Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3

In Car Entertainment

Infotainment: AcuraLink · Infotainment screen size: 8 in.

Instrumentation

Warnings and reminders: low oil level

Lights

Headlights: Auto on · Tail and brake lights: LED

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: reverse gear tilt

Passenger Seat

Power adjustments: 8

Rear Seats

Type: bench

Roof

Moonroof: remote operation

Safety

Active head restraints: driver · Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: rear · Parking sensors: rear

Seatbelts

Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Second row seatbelts: 3-point

Seats

Driver seat power adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: sport bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: height · Upholstery: leather

Spare Tire

Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary

Spare Wheel

Rim Type: steel

Suspension

Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front

Telematics

Driver assistance app: roadside assistance · Navigation system: with voice recognition · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth

Tires

Diameter: 19 · Profile: 40 · Type: all season · Width: 245

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy · Wheels: chrome alloy

Windows

Front wipers: variable intermittent · Laminated glass: acoustic · Power windows: remote operation

Air Conditioning

Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: element · USB auxiliary audio input · 15GB hard drive · In-Dash CD: DVD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Surround audio: 5.1 · Total Number of Speakers: 10 · 410 watts

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 12.6 · Front brake width: 1.1 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.1 · Rear brake width: .43 · Rear brakes: disc

Comfort Features

Armrests: rear center folding with pass-thru · Center console trim: simulated alloy · Dash trim: simulated alloy · Door sill trim: aluminum · Door trim: simulated alloy · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: rear · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Keyless entry: Intelligent Key · Memorized settings: 2 driver · Multi-function remote: proximity entry system · One-touch windows: 2 · Parking sensors: rear · Power outlet(s): two 12V · Power steering: speed-proportional · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: multi-function screen controls · Storage: cargo tie-down anchors and hooks · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10

Drivetrain

4WD Type: full time · Axle ratio: 3.72 · Limited slip differential: rear

Exterior Features

Body side moldings: body-color · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Grille color: chrome · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Window trim: stainless steel

Headrests

Adjustable rear headrests: retractable · Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3

In Car Entertainment

Infotainment: AcuraLink · Infotainment screen size: 8 in.

Instrumentation

Warnings and reminders: low oil level

Lights

Headlights: auto delay off · Tail and brake lights: LED

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: heated

Passenger Seat

Power adjustments: 8

Rear Seats

Type: bench

Roof

Moonroof: tilt

Safety

Active head restraints: driver · Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: rear · Parking sensors: rear

Seatbelts

Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Second row seatbelts: 3-point

Seats

Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: sport bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: height · Upholstery: perforated

Spare Tire

Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary

Spare Wheel

Rim Type: steel

Suspension

Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: strut · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): rear

Telematics

Driver assistance app: roadside assistance · Navigation system: with voice recognition · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth

Tires

Diameter: 19 · Profile: 40 · Type: all season · Width: 245

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy · Wheels: chrome alloy

Windows

Front wipers: speed sensitive · Laminated glass: acoustic · Power windows: remote operation