The Acura CL, produced from 1996 to 2003, was Acura's first U.S.-built model, highlighting the brand's commitment to domestic manufacturing.
The second-generation CL (2001-2003) offered a 3.2L V6 engine, producing 225 horsepower in the base model and 260 horsepower with 232 lb-ft of torque in the Type-S trim.
Both trims featured front-wheel drive and a 5-speed automatic transmission, while the Type-S stood out with an optional 6-speed manual—a rare feature for front-wheel-drive coupes of its era, emphasizing its performance-oriented design.
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Second Generation: 2000-2003
The 2001-2003 Acura CL featured a 3.2L SOHC VTEC J-series V6, delivering 225 hp and 216 lb-ft of torque in the base model, while the Type-S variant increased output to 260 hp and 232 lb-ft.
A significant innovation was the optional 6-speed manual transmission with a helical limited-slip differential, available on the 2003 Type-S, marking a rare performance-focused offering in the lineup.
The Type-S was notable as the most powerful front-wheel-drive vehicle Honda had produced at the time.
2003 Acura CL Horsepower And Torque
The 2003 Acura CL offers a horsepower range from 225 hp in the 3.2 model to 260 hp in the 3.2 Type S, both equipped with a 3.2L engine.
Torque output varies between 216 lb-ft for the base 3.2 model and 232 lb-ft for the 3.2 Type S variant.
Both models feature a front-wheel-drive (FWD) configuration and are paired with a 5-speed automatic transmission with overdrive (5 Spd Auto w/OD).
2003 Acura CL Horsepower And Torque
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| 3.2 Coupe |
3.2L | V6 | 5 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
225 hp @ 5,600 rpm |
216 ft-lbs @ 4,700 rpm |
| 3.2 Navigation Coupe |
3.2L | V6 | 5 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
225 hp @ 5,600 rpm |
216 ft-lbs @ 4,700 rpm |
| 3.2 Type S Coupe |
3.2L | V6 | 5 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
260 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
232 ft-lbs |
| 3.2 Type S Navigation Coupe |
3.2L | V6 | 5 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
260 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
232 ft-lbs |
2002 Acura CL Horsepower And Torque
The 2002 Acura CL is equipped with a 3.2L engine, with horsepower ranging from 225hp in the base 3.2 model to 260hp in the 3.2 Type S variant.
Torque output varies from 216 lb-ft in the standard 3.2 version to 232 lb-ft in the 3.2 Type S configuration.
Both models come with a front-wheel-drive (FWD) system and a 5-speed automatic transmission with overdrive (5 Spd Auto w/OD).
2002 Acura CL Horsepower And Torque
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| 3.2 Coupe |
3.2L | V6 | 5 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
225 hp @ 5,600 rpm |
216 ft-lbs @ 4,700 rpm |
| 3.2 Navigation Coupe |
3.2L | V6 | 5 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
225 hp @ 5,600 rpm |
216 ft-lbs @ 4,700 rpm |
| 3.2 Type S Coupe |
3.2L | V6 | 5 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
260 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
232 ft-lbs |
| 3.2 Type S Navigation Coupe |
3.2L | V6 | 5 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
260 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
232 ft-lbs |
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