2006 Acura TL 3.2 - POV Test Drive | 0-60

[@md2k8]

These slightly older, 2006 Acura TL's are excellent vehicles to own and to drive.

[@TheBasher-_-]

I wouldn't know. I wanted one as a little kid, finally bought one, turned out to be a flood damage car, and the engine failed. Replaced the engine 2 days later it failed again turns out the cats were flood damaged too (of course) and stopped up the engine. After that I walked away from it. Only got to drive the car for 4 days all in all. Wasted 11k in 4 days 😂

[@abdullaal-obaidi833]

@@TheBasher-_-man that sounds horrific, I bought mine for 1400$ Canadian and fixed it for 2k and I’ve already driven it for 40k km

[@raul_rd6774]

​@@TheBasher-_- damn that sucks, my friend got one with 315k miles 2004 and manual transmission got it for 800$ the car was smooth and he sell it for 3.5k

[@H4rM0n1cpeezy]

i just bought one of these up on saturday, got it serviced and for $9000 total i have a perfectly running, early 2000s sports luxury sedan as my first car (the tl) and i must say, it’s a very smooth car and i love it. can’t wait for many happy years with my first car

[@H4rM0n1cpeezy]

6500 was the price of the car, service was expensive *

[@DMCarReviews]

Congratulations

[@LeroyWilson-f9s]

Hey know someone selling one been sitting up since 2021 want 500 for it think I should get it

[@why8410]

These are great cars. If you want a first car that's luxurious and is like BMW 3 series this should be at the top of your list.

[@DMCarReviews]

The 3-series is great!

[@why8410]

@@DMCarReviews yes

[@scottzappa9314]

I wish I could have had this for my first car, LOL

[@ST0ntt]

just bought my first car and its a TL, this video helped a lot on my choice and I'm very happy with it!

[@DMCarReviews]

Glad the video helped!

[@navi_exl]

Thank you for making this video! This is what I like to see! This is another good one. Honda/ Acura test drives are so perfect!

[@DMCarReviews]

Thank you!

[@metaljew4456]

I bought a 2006 TL in 2006. I drove her for 168K trouble free miles. I miss my TL. These cars are built to last. Good power. Great looking car to this day. Mine was a 6 speed manual. Rare and tons of fun. Great HID headlights. I highly suggest you pick one up for your kids first car.

[@DMCarReviews]

It is a great all around car!

[@Jakub680]

What’s a kid

[@scottzappa9314]

Your kid would be supremely spoiled if he got this for a first car. Would not give this car to a new driver, too much power.

[@FabulosoSpray]

Solid car, great handling, great speed with the premium gas. Definitely make sure the premium fuel is used, there is a noticeable difference in take-off speed.

[@TheVolvoFan564]

What a great sounding car for its age.

[@DMCarReviews]

It's a very healthy unit!

[@andresaristizabal2154]

Thanks for sharing…I’m the proud owner of a 2006 TL with less than 72K miles…super fun to drive! Thanks for sharing!!!

[@DMCarReviews]

Thank you for watching!

[@rstillsticks1]

Proud owner too. 06 TL. Done 253k, engine still running strong.

[@TonyKimtheamusementparkfan]

Excellent car from Acura 👍👍 this TL is one of their best vehicles ever, and I can see why it sold over 70,000 units in 2005.

[@DMCarReviews]

The TL was a great model!

[@a32tl]

In 2008, I bought a used ‘05 TL. Loved it but as time went on, I wanted the refreshed model that came out in ‘07. In 2010, I sold the ‘05 and bought an ‘07. To this day, it was one of my favorite cars ever. Currently have ‘21 Accord Touring 2.0T. Love it too. I will always remember my TLs fondly though.

[@DMCarReviews]

The TL is amazing for sure! Even by today's standards it's very up to date.

[@TheBboyRyujin]

I love these cars. My dad owns an 04 tl and my mom has an 04 accord v6 sedan. I have an 06 tsx and acuras of these years were of quality.

[@elismith8835]

there’s a trunk lock switch in the passenger glove box that deactivates the trunk button, i used my key fob for a while before figuring it out

[@DMCarReviews]

Ahh got it! Thanks for the advice.

[@sidneygerson5963]

​The "owner's" key locks and unlocks the trunk lock in the glove box. There is a "valet" key that does not work in it. @@DMCarReviews

[@TonyKimtheamusementparkfan]

258 HP back then was perfect~ most sports sedans made around 220 HP in 2006 so the TL was very ahead of its time in terms of powet

[@DMCarReviews]

I think the Altima 3.5 and Maxima were similar in terms of power output.

[@laurentcambon]

270 actually

[@TonyKimtheamusementparkfan]

@@laurentcambon but then re rated to 258 HP because of the way HP was measured later on

[@jayhockley8841]

I Love these TLs . I have a 2005 with the 6 speed and I plan on keeping it . Its just about as fast ( in 1/4 mile and Top Speed ) as my 2003 S2000 ap1 , was but is more comfortable .

[@DMCarReviews]

The 6-speed is a great transmission!

[@fernAb]

This is a good video for me. I have a 2006 acura tl automatic with 130,000miles, and the dealer asked me if I wanted the ASPEC pkg and I said yeah so they sold the 2006 TL with theAspec pkg .bouught her brand new back in 2006.

[@DMCarReviews]

That's awesome!

[@dannyv5317]

Love these TL gen. Unfortunately, I found out it had the notorious dash cracks even after replacing them otherwise it was one of the most sexy Acura along with its TSX siblings.

[@LeeChappell]

I have to date a 2006 Acura TL manual transmission purchased new. Only has 62,000 on it. I had similar problems with the dash. I ended up purchasing a product called "Dash Skin" It has restored my dash to near new condition. Check them out.

[@justblazeman3084]

I had so many good memories with my 2005 TL before it got T boned. The third generation TL was a gem for sure,

[@carlyletom301]

The sound of the engine at full trottle is beautiful. Then be ready to see the gas gauge move.

[@DMCarReviews]

Yes!

[@Yaboii.Drewskii]

Vtech sounds so good

[@dvdgalutube]

How much would you estimate for a 2006 TL base with 57k miles, one owner with 16 maintenance records. Clean title and no accidents. Should I hire a maintenance guy to inspect the car? I’m a female and don’t know much about used cars. The dealership is asking for $8990 no negotiation. Any recommendations would be greatly appreciated! Happy new year! ❤

[@DMCarReviews]

Hi! Thank you. Happy New Year to you too!! Inspect it first, or even better have a certified Acura mechanic take a look at it! Assuming it looks good and everything checks out, I'd offer $7500 and see what they say. I would ideally aim for $8000 on the price with those miles. Not a bad deal at all, assuming the car is clean and the miles are real.

[@dvdgalutube]

@@DMCarReviews A mechanic friend of mine is concerned about the car's low mileage. The engine has been idling for 19 years with only a few thousand miles annually. He fears the gaskets and seals may have hardened and become brittle over time. While the engine might not leak now, he’s worried the seals could start failing after a few months of normal use. What's your take on this? Thank you!

[@DMCarReviews]

@ Just see how much it is to replace those worn out parts, and if it makes sense.

[@keithkaleo4876]

Bought a 08 base in Pearl white again with 49,000 miles . Couldn’t find myself to get away from this car, sold my 06 5 years back. This car aged very well .

[@DMCarReviews]

Nice!

[@jiaweizhang4103]

Hey man, love your reviews. Concise and to the point. Just curious, what are your thoughts on how this TL's 3.2 V6 compares to the 2006 Infiniti FX35's V6? How do the two cars compare overall in terms of driving experience? Thanks!

[@DMCarReviews]

Hi! Thank you for watching. I actually loved both. Both have similar traits, only difference is really the ride height.

[@scottzappa9314]

Yanno I'm pretty happy with my 2017 Honda Accord SE, but I get the desire for more power, although I'm less concerned about the CVT now. Obviously the TL would use quite a bit more gas. And the Honda only has about 64,000 on it. Hmm maybe I should just have both.

[@sidneygerson5963]

I have a 2006 TL with 96,000 miles. Debating on putting around $8,000 into it, or putting $8,000 plus using it for a trade on a newer car. I do love driving it. Trans rebuilt @ 92,000 miles. Ideas?

[@DMCarReviews]

Don't put $8,000 into a car worth less than that. Use that money to get into a new ride.

[@sidneygerson5963]

Much of that is wear items, timing belt, lower front control arms, struts. Thanks, considering a newer car, maybe a 2020. ​@@DMCarReviews

[@DMCarReviews]

@@sidneygerson5963 There is a service I know in Philly that could probably do all of that for 1/4 of the price total

[@maliboi21]

Currently have the 2005 but kind of leaning towards the 2007 -2008 model

[@DMCarReviews]

They are very similar

[@Simpleblip]

I have 02’ 3.2tl 75kmiles. Good car

[@DMCarReviews]

Very nice!

[@rixzin5046]

I heard the automatic transmissions in these had issues sadly . I always wanted to buy one of these old Acuras but I don’t know if I want to drive a manual

[@DMCarReviews]

All cars can potentially have issues, but these are one of the most reliable cars out there

[@abdullaal-obaidi833]

@@DMCarReviewsfor sure I have an 06 exactly like the one in this video, at 340k km (200k+ miles) running strong, just take care of it and it will take care of you, in fact my family’s 2016 dodge grand caravan at less km, the transmission gave away and the Acura saved the day for getting to work etc lol

[@droptoasterintub297]

I'm pretty sure that only applied to the V6 paired to the 4 speed, this one has the 5 speed which I've heard is very reliable. Funny enough though, Honda's older automatics are actually automated manuals with a clutch pack and torque converter like a typical planetary auto. It's the reason why their DCTs in the newer TLX, ILX, and NSX are so good as Honda already had experience building automated manuals. Love the 8 speed DCT in my TLX.

[@bigmangozg2677]

04-06 TLs did. After 07 they updated it with a much more reliable transmission

[@metaljew4456]

I highly suggest getting the manual transmission. You won’t regret it.

[@theproroyale2877]

I’m rocking a this car for my starter car

[@DMCarReviews]

Great pick!

[@damierebene1994]

Can you please review 2012-2014 Acura TL next it has a different transmission

[@DMCarReviews]

Sure!

[@miguelmartinez-j2762]

Is this perfect for a first car that someone got who just got their drivers license if they need more room??? This Generation Acura TL???

[@DMCarReviews]

Perfect first car!

[@gerllish3A31]

Good car 👍

[@DMCarReviews]

Yes

[@abdullaal-obaidi833]

I got 6.2 0-100 kmh in my TL 06, but density altitude was probably much better than in this video and you spun on both 0-60 launches in this video, mine didn’t spin, maybe a combination of age, DA and tires gave 7.2 but that is realistic

[@DMCarReviews]

How did you measure the time? I use a RaceBox

[@abdullaal-obaidi833]

@@DMCarReviews my obd scanner has a 0-60 timer and that’s what I got, the type s version of this car is slightly quicker and many tests have seen sub 6 second 0-60 all over KZbin and qualified automotive testers on websites

[@DMCarReviews]

@@abdullaal-obaidi833 You need a racebox

[@abdullaal-obaidi833]

@@DMCarReviews lol im not testing lots of cars for it to be a good investment, maybe if i start driving cars.

[@lilflack8730]

@@abdullaal-obaidi833my 05 didn't chirp but my 07 chirps alot not all the time coming off low speed

[@christopherromo3592]

I want to see a review of the 3rd gen TL Type S

[@dannyarjo]

Had a quick question - was looking to get this as a first car and all the ones I can find have 275,000kms+; still worth it? Pls let me know😅 P.S: Toronto driver if it helps

[@DMCarReviews]

I would buy one from the US

[@deandoubletap2396]

my alternator exploded not happy

[@DMCarReviews]

That's not good.

[@bobsmith9679]

Can you flim and Lincolns before 2010?

[@DMCarReviews]

If I come across them, sure :)

[@-anjuull8036]

Really great car but would get a manual one cuz the trans tend to go out on these

[@DMCarReviews]

I have a video of the manual version too

[@ameerskater]

I wanna see a review of a first gen bmw 340 on ur channel

[@DMCarReviews]

Ooo, great idea!

[@myst8217]

Getting close to a year with mine. Wish I could drive it a little harder but don't want to risk it since it has 214k & 3rd gear that holds at certain speeds

[@DMCarReviews]

Get it checkout out!

[@myst8217]

@@DMCarReviewsWell I ended up getting an unexpected trans service yesterday. Had an appt so I included the trans issue in the list of work & expected them to add a bottle of Lucas that I had brought. When he said they did a trans service I was so surprised and happy lol It's definitely shifting better but still hesitant to go WOT.

[@ianstewart8003]

Have you tried resetting your transmission, you can just search it up and it’s really easy, all you have to do is hold your gas pedal down for 30 seconds while the car is off and it will reset your transmission and gets rid of the cars weird shifting tendencies sometimes

[@myst8217]

@@ianstewart8003 I actually did that before the transmission service. It’s as good as it’s going to get now without a rebuild

[@myst8217]

@@ianstewart8003 I finally went WOT. Just did a small pull in third gear from 30 to 80 & damn, it was quick! Granted I haven’t owned a car in years, it felt great

[@theproroyale2877]

The car is almost older then me

[@DMCarReviews]

That's crazy!

[@Hayley1111_]

I have a 04 tl Like it way better than the new 16 terrain I had before engine went at 110k smh Acura is wayyyy better love my 20 year old car and no payments and reliable

[@DMCarReviews]

Facts

[@Christian-gj4uw]

What’s body roll?

[@DMCarReviews]

How the car leans into turns

[@mitsuoo1012]

Wow! Thats a slow 0-60!!!

[@DMCarReviews]

Plenty fast

[@macpatterson4239]

05 TL have 270hp fast car

[@DMCarReviews]

Yes!

[@AlexanderWagner264]

Sadly in europe only Lexus more or less was a thing

[@ashtonsmiddy1274]

Top speed is 150 and it holds it pretty easy

[@DMCarReviews]

I think it's limited to 140

[@ashtonsmiddy1274]

@@DMCarReviews Bone stock with governor I had mine up to 150 Edit: I had the 5 speed auto. I'm not sure if the 6 speed is different

[@quakerome4594]

Don't buy a 2004-2006

[@DMCarReviews]

Why?

[@quakerome4594]

@@DMCarReviews Automatic transmissions are bad. The 07-08 is when they updated

[@nanhand99]

I had my transmission go at 114,000😢 Had it rebuilt though because it was cheaper than buying a new car I like the Acuras a lot, maybe I'll get a newer model someday

[@DMCarReviews]

@@nanhand99 I am sorry to hear that! That sucks it went so early.

[@quakerome4594]

@@nanhand99 You better off getting a Honda Accord V6 or 2.0t . I had both cars and I would prefer the Accord over the TL mainly cause it takes regular gas and parts are slightly cheaper and performance are almost the same.