Acura TL vs. Cadillac CTS Reliability Comparisons
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Acura TL Reliability through December 31, 2012
An asterisk (*) marks results based on small sample sizes.
General NotesModels and statistics marked with an asterisk (*) have very low sample sizes. These results, visible only to logged-in members, provide only a rough estimate of car reliability.Any result under 20 repair trips per 100 cars is likely a result of the small sample size, and should be expected to increase to 20 or so in future updates.
New models often start out with high repair rates, and then improve as the manufacturer identifies and addresses common problems. MethodologyOnly successfully completed repairs are currently included in the analysis. Routine maintenance, most wear items, recalls, and problems fixed with just a reflash or warning light reset are not included.
What People Are Saying about Reliability and the Acura TL
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| Reliability and Durability of the Acura TL: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 280-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Its a great quality car, from a company that stands behind it. |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 305-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Having previously driven a 2003 CL-Type S I have over 7 years of previous ownership experience and over 16 years total driving Honda/Acura products. With regular maintenance these cars are bulletproof and require very little maintenance. |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 305-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Rock Solid, 19K miles and not a single issue. |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 280-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
These cars are bullet proof. |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 258-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Acura name - no major issues with over 26k miles on it now. |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 258-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Everything just works. After 2 years, everything is still as solid as the day I bought it. |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 258-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Acura (Honda) reputation for reliability and my personal experience with the brands. |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 286-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed manual FWD |
In a word, bulletproof. Almost 3-1/2 years of trouble free urban driving and with annual 2800 mile round trips from Seattle to Chula Vista, CA. Aside from free 1st dealer service, zero trips back to the dealer as I do my own maintenance/lubrication |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 286-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed manual FWD |
Nothing breaks ever |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 286-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very minor defects, very reliable and forgiving. Parts are very carefully designed to last. |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 258-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
This is my second TL and both have proven to be reliable cars. |
| 2005 | 4dr Sedan 270-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Car has 70k miles on it - no repairs whatsoever. Only normal maintenance. |
| 2005 | 4dr Sedan 270-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
55K miles on it. Only normal maintenance; a couple very minor non-expensive repairs; excellent reputation in consumer reports |
| 2005 | 4dr Sedan 270-horsepower 3.2L V6 6-speed manual FWD |
not a single problem yet. |
| 2005 | 4dr Sedan 270-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Owned 3 years, 32,000 miles. Non-maintenance repairs = $0. What more can I say. |
| 2004 | 4dr Sedan 270-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
No problems (knock on wood). Put gas in, change oil 3x/yr and regular maintenance. 85K miles and no major repairs. |
| 2004 | 4dr Sedan 270-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
This car never breaks down. |
| 2004 | 4dr Sedan 270-horsepower 3.2L V6 6-speed manual FWD |
No major problems or issues. |
| 2003 | 4dr Sedan 260-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Honda has one of the best cars on the market. Mostly you change the oil and tire rotations. Rarely you need to replace/fix anything else. It is a low cost of ownership |
| 2002 | 4dr Sedan 260-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
When we got the 02 Acura, there was a transmission problem. The Acura Dealer replaced it ASAP under the warranty. Since then, nada. No problems with the 88 Acura in the 11 years we owned it. |
| 2002 | 4dr Sedan 260-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Had some transmission issues but were covered under warranty. |
| Reliability and Durability of the Acura TL: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 258-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The engine was blowing blue within the first 6 months of ownership. The transmission was jerky from day one. |
| 2005 | 4dr Sedan 270-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
At 45k miles already have three broken engine mounts, steering rack is leaking and worn excessively, torn control arm bushings, torque converter is starting to fail. Trans will fail around 75k miles. |
| 2003 | 4dr Sedan 260-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Premature transmission failure #1 @73,900. |
| 2003 | 4dr Sedan 260-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The transmission failed at about 70,000 miles. |
What Our Members Are Saying about Cadillac CTS Reliability and Durability
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