The Acura TL, a flagship luxury sedan, became a standout in the U.S. market for its combination of performance, luxury, and strong sales during its peak production years.
Between 2002 and 2014, the TL featured a range of V6 engines, starting with a 3.2L producing 225 horsepower and peaking with a 3.7L delivering 305 horsepower and 273 lb-ft of torque.
Transmission options included 5-speed and 6-speed automatics, as well as 6-speed manuals for enthusiasts.
A significant milestone was the introduction of Acura's Super Handling All-Wheel Drive (SH-AWD) in 2009, which enhanced its performance and broadened its appeal.
Scroll down to explore detailed horsepower and torque data for each model year.
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Fourth Generation: 2009-2014
The fourth-generation Acura TL (2009-2014) offered two engine configurations: a 3.5L V6 producing 280 hp and 254 lb-ft of torque in front-wheel-drive models, and a 3.7L V6 delivering 305 hp and 273 lb-ft of torque in the SH-AWD (Super Handling All-Wheel Drive) variant.
Notable advancements include the introduction of SH-AWD, which dynamically distributes torque for improved performance, and the availability of a 6-speed manual transmission with a dual-mass clutch system for the SH-AWD model.
The 2012 update added a 6-speed automatic transmission, enhancing efficiency and performance.
2014 Acura TL Horsepower
The 2014 Acura TL offers a horsepower range from 280hp with the 3.5L V6 engine to 305hp with the 3.7L V6 engine, both in the Advance trim level.
Torque output varies between 254 lb-ft for the 3.5L V6 and 273 lb-ft for the 3.7L V6, with the latter configuration also featuring all-wheel drive (AWD).
Transmission options for these engines include a 6-speed automatic with overdrive (6 Spd Auto w/OD).
2014 Acura TL Horsepower And Torque
Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
Advance Sedan |
3.7L | V6 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
305 hp @ 6,300 rpm |
273 ft-lbs @ 5,000 rpm |
Advance Sedan |
3.5L | V6 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
280 hp @ 6,200 rpm |
254 ft-lbs @ 5,000 rpm |
Sedan |
3.7L | V6 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
305 hp @ 6,300 rpm |
273 ft-lbs @ 5,000 rpm |
SE Sedan |
3.5L | V6 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
280 hp @ 6,200 rpm |
254 ft-lbs @ 5,000 rpm |
Technology Sedan |
3.7L | V6 | 6 Spd Manual w/OD | AWD |
305 hp @ 6,300 rpm |
273 ft-lbs @ 5,000 rpm |
Technology Sedan |
3.5L | V6 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
280 hp @ 6,200 rpm |
254 ft-lbs @ 5,000 rpm |
2014 Acura TL Horsepower And Torque Continued
Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
Sedan |
3.5L | V6 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
280 hp @ 6,200 rpm |
254 ft-lbs @ 5,000 rpm |
2013 Acura TL Horsepower
The 2013 Acura TL offers a horsepower range from 280hp with the 3.5L V6 engine to 305hp with the 3.7L V6 engine, both in the Advance trim level.
Torque output spans from 254 lb-ft in the 3.5L V6 variant to 273 lb-ft in the 3.7L V6, with the latter also featuring AWD.
All models come equipped with an automatic transmission, with the 3.7L AWD variant providing the option for a 6-speed manual transmission.
2013 Acura TL Horsepower And Torque
Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
Advance Sedan |
3.7L | V6 | 6 Spd Auto w/Manual Shift | AWD |
305 hp @ 6,300 rpm |
273 ft-lbs @ 5,000 rpm |
Advance Sedan |
3.5L | V6 | 6 Spd Auto w/Manual Shift | FWD |
280 hp @ 6,200 rpm |
254 ft-lbs @ 5,000 rpm |
Sedan |
3.7L | V6 | 6 Spd Auto w/Manual Shift | AWD |
305 hp @ 6,300 rpm |
273 ft-lbs @ 5,000 rpm |
SE Sedan |
3.5L | V6 | 6 Spd Auto w/Manual Shift | FWD |
280 hp @ 6,200 rpm |
254 ft-lbs @ 5,000 rpm |
Technology Sedan |
3.7L | V6 | 6 Spd Manual | AWD |
305 hp @ 6,300 rpm |
273 ft-lbs @ 5,000 rpm |
Technology Sedan |
3.5L | V6 | 6 Spd Auto w/Manual Shift | FWD |
280 hp @ 6,200 rpm |
254 ft-lbs @ 5,000 rpm |
2013 Acura TL Horsepower And Torque Continued
Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
Sedan |
3.5L | V6 | 6 Spd Auto w/Manual Shift | FWD |
280 hp @ 6,200 rpm |
254 ft-lbs @ 5,000 rpm |
2012 Acura TL Horsepower
The 2012 Acura TL offers a horsepower range from 280hp with its 3.5L engine to 305hp with the Advance package featuring a 3.7L engine and AWD configuration.
Torque output spans from 254 lb-ft for the 3.5L engine to 273 lb-ft for the 3.7L engine in the Advance package.
All models come with an AWD drivetrain option, enhancing traction and handling capabilities.
2012 Acura TL Horsepower And Torque
Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
Sedan |
3.5L | V6 | 6 Spd Auto | FWD |
280 hp @ 6,200 rpm |
254 ft-lbs @ 5,000 rpm |
Advance Sedan |
3.5L | V6 | 6 Spd Auto | FWD |
280 hp @ 6,200 rpm |
254 ft-lbs @ 5,000 rpm |
Advance Sedan |
3.7L | V6 | 6 Spd Auto | AWD |
305 hp @ 6,300 rpm |
273 ft-lbs @ 5,000 rpm |
Sedan |
3.7L | V6 | 6 Spd Auto | AWD |
305 hp @ 6,300 rpm |
273 ft-lbs @ 5,000 rpm |
Technology Sedan |
3.5L | V6 | 6 Spd Auto | FWD |
280 hp @ 6,200 rpm |
254 ft-lbs @ 5,000 rpm |
Technology Sedan |
3.7L | V6 | 6 Spd Manual | AWD |
305 hp @ 6,300 rpm |
273 ft-lbs @ 5,000 rpm |
2011 Acura TL Horsepower
The 2011 Acura TL offers a horsepower range from 280hp with its 3.5L engine to 305hp when equipped with the 3.7L engine and AWD configuration.
Torque output varies between 254 lb-ft from the 3.5L engine to 273 lb-ft with the 3.7L AWD setup.
This model is available with both FWD and AWD drivetrains, and engine options include 3.5L and 3.7L sizes.
2011 Acura TL Horsepower And Torque
Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
Sedan |
3.5L | V6 | 5 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
280 hp @ 6,200 rpm |
254 ft-lbs @ 5,000 rpm |
Sedan |
3.7L | V6 | 5 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
305 hp @ 6,300 rpm |
273 ft-lbs @ 5,000 rpm |
Technology Sedan |
3.5L | V6 | 5 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
280 hp @ 6,200 rpm |
254 ft-lbs @ 5,000 rpm |
Technology Sedan |
3.7L | V6 | 6 Spd Manual | AWD |
305 hp @ 6,300 rpm |
273 ft-lbs @ 5,000 rpm |
2010 Acura TL Horsepower
The 2010 Acura TL offers a horsepower range from 280hp with a 3.5L engine to 305hp with a 3.7L engine when equipped with AWD.
Torque output spans from 254 lb-ft in the 3.5L variant to 273 lb-ft in the 3.7L AWD configuration.
All-wheel drive is available, enhancing traction and performance dynamics.
2010 Acura TL Horsepower And Torque
Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
Sedan |
3.5L | V6 | 5 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
280 hp @ 6,200 rpm |
254 ft-lbs @ 5,000 rpm |
Sedan |
3.7L | V6 | 5 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
305 hp @ 6,300 rpm |
273 ft-lbs @ 5,000 rpm |
Technology Sedan |
3.5L | V6 | 5 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
280 hp @ 6,200 rpm |
254 ft-lbs @ 5,000 rpm |
Technology Sedan |
3.7L | V6 | 6 Spd Manual | AWD |
305 hp @ 6,300 rpm |
273 ft-lbs @ 5,000 rpm |
2009 Acura TL Horsepower
The 2009 Acura TL offers a horsepower range from 280hp with a 3.5L engine to 305hp with a 3.7L engine when equipped with all-wheel drive (AWD).
Torque output varies between 254 lb-ft from the 3.5L engine and 273 lb-ft from the 3.7L AWD configuration.
All models come with a 5-speed automatic transmission with overdrive.
2009 Acura TL Horsepower And Torque
Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
Sedan |
3.5L | V6 | 5 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
280 hp |
254 ft-lbs |
Sedan |
3.7L | V6 | 5 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
305 hp |
273 ft-lbs |
Technology Sedan |
3.5L | V6 | 5 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
280 hp |
254 ft-lbs |
Technology Sedan |
3.7L | V6 | 5 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
305 hp |
273 ft-lbs |
Third Generation: 2004-2008
The 2004-2008 Acura TL featured two engine options: a 3.2L SOHC VTEC V6 producing 258 hp and 233 lb-ft of torque, and a 3.5L V6 in the Type-S variant delivering 286 hp and 256 lb-ft of torque.
Both engines were paired with either a 5-speed automatic transmission or a 6-speed manual, with the manual models including a limited-slip differential for improved traction.
A standout innovation for this generation was the introduction of a 6-disc DVD-Audio system, a first in the American market, offering high-fidelity audio playback.
2008 Acura TL Horsepower
The 2008 Acura TL offers a horsepower range from 258hp with its 3.2L engine to 286hp with the 3.5L engine in the S 3.5 model.
Torque output varies between 233 lb-ft for the 3.2L engine and 256 lb-ft for the 3.5L engine.
This vehicle comes with a front-wheel-drive configuration and offers transmission options including a 5-speed automatic with overdrive and a 6-speed manual with overdrive, depending on the model.
2008 Acura TL Horsepower And Torque
Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
3.2 Sedan |
3.2L | V6 | 5 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
258 hp @ 6,200 rpm |
233 ft-lbs @ 5,000 rpm |
3.2 Navigation Sedan |
3.2L | V6 | 5 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
258 hp @ 6,200 rpm |
233 ft-lbs @ 5,000 rpm |
S 3.5 Sedan |
3.5L | V6 | 6 Spd Manual w/OD | FWD |
286 hp @ 6,200 rpm |
256 ft-lbs @ 5,000 rpm |
2007 Acura TL Horsepower
The 2007 Acura TL offers a horsepower range from 258hp in the 3.2L engine configuration to 286hp in the S 3.5L version.
Its torque output varies between 233 lb-ft for the 3.2L engine and 256 lb-ft for the 3.5L engine.
The vehicle is equipped with either a 5-speed automatic with overdrive or a 6-speed manual with overdrive, depending on the model, and features a front-wheel-drive drivetrain.
2007 Acura TL Horsepower And Torque
Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
3.2 Sedan |
3.2L | V6 | 5 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
258 hp @ 6,200 rpm |
233 ft-lbs @ 5,000 rpm |
3.2 Navigation Sedan |
3.2L | V6 | 5 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
258 hp @ 6,200 rpm |
233 ft-lbs @ 5,000 rpm |
S 3.5 Sedan |
3.5L | V6 | 6 Spd Manual w/OD | FWD |
286 hp @ 6,200 rpm |
256 ft-lbs @ 5,000 rpm |
2006 Acura TL Horsepower
The 2006 Acura TL is equipped with a 3.2L engine that produces 258 horsepower.
This engine also delivers a torque output of 233 lb-ft.
The vehicle features a front-wheel-drive configuration and a 5-speed automatic transmission with overdrive.
2006 Acura TL Horsepower And Torque
Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
3.2 Sedan |
3.2L | V6 | 5 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
258 hp @ 6,200 rpm |
233 ft-lbs @ 5,000 rpm |
3.2 Navigation Sedan |
3.2L | V6 | 5 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
258 hp @ 6,200 rpm |
233 ft-lbs @ 5,000 rpm |
2005 Acura TL Horsepower
The 2005 Acura TL is equipped with a 3.2L engine that produces 270 horsepower.
This engine also delivers a torque output of 238 lb-ft, paired with a 5-speed automatic transmission with overdrive.
The vehicle features a front-wheel-drive configuration.
2005 Acura TL Horsepower And Torque
Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
3.2 Sedan |
3.2L | V6 | 5 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
270 hp @ 6,200 rpm |
238 ft-lbs @ 5,000 rpm |
3.2 Navigation Sedan |
3.2L | V6 | 5 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
270 hp @ 6,200 rpm |
238 ft-lbs @ 5,000 rpm |
2004 Acura TL Horsepower
The 2004 Acura TL is equipped with a 3.2L engine that produces 270 horsepower.
This model delivers a consistent torque output of 238 lb-ft across its range.
It features a front-wheel-drive configuration and a 5-speed automatic transmission with overdrive.
2004 Acura TL Horsepower And Torque
Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
3.2 Sedan |
3.2L | V6 | 5 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
270 hp @ 6,200 rpm |
238 ft-lbs @ 5,000 rpm |
3.2 Navigation Sedan |
3.2L | V6 | 5 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
270 hp @ 6,200 rpm |
238 ft-lbs @ 5,000 rpm |
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