A sixspeed manual transmission is new for the 2010 model year. This isnt the first time a 6 speed manual is offered by the acura, therere 2 major distinctions. To see how frequently 2010 acura tl problems occur. The 1993 legend coupe featured hondas first use of a six speed manual transmission, mated to a type ii engine. Environmental protection agency fuel economy estimates for this engine are 18 miles per gallon in the city, 26 mpg on the highway and 21 mpg combined.
Sep 26, 2008 acura engineers also designed an entirely new clutch system for the new 6 speed manual transmission to withstand the tl s robust power output while also improving modulation for noticeably easier use. Search used acura tl with manual transmission for sale nationwide. In the late 1990s, acura produced a type r version of its compact integra coupe, which featured a reduced curb weight, a stiffer and lower suspension, and a highoutput vtec engine. Allwheel drive, or shawd in acura lingoand a 305hp, 3. The availability of a 6 speed manual transmission for the 2010 tl shawdr represents the first time acura has ever paired its acclaimed super handling allwheel drivetm system with a manual. The sixspeed manual cuts through the shift gates like butter. A six speed manual transmission is new for the 2010 model year. Jul 12, 2010 the standard tl is a comfortable commute car, while the shawd version gets a bigger engine, allwheeldrive sytem, and an excellent manual transmission. The 2010 acura tl comes in two main variants, the base tl with front wheel drive and 280 hp, and the shawd with allwheel drive and 305 hp. This marks the first time acuras shawd has been paired with a manual transmission. Acura is again tossing enthusiasts a bone with a new six speed manual transmission option for their 2010 acura tl shawd model.
The tl gets a manual transmission for 2010, however, and although we wonder. We tested the fully loaded tl shawd with the technology package option and high performance tires. May 28, 2010 the acura tl has long been a favorite among entryluxury cars. The most important new feature for the 2010 tl is the availability of a sixspeed manual transmission on. Sep 25, 2008 still, the goals of the sixspeed tl are modest. The combination may not seem like much, but a true car enthusiasts never prefer full automatic transmissions, and acuras investment into a. Sep 26, 2008 acura engineers also designed an entirely new clutch system for the new 6speed manual transmission to withstand the tls robust power output while also improving modulation for noticeably. In a nod to enthusiast drivers, acura offers a new six speed manual transmission on allwheeldrive models only. Acura is again tossing enthusiasts a bone with a new sixspeed manual transmission option for their 2010 acura tl shawd model. On october 6, 2003, the third generation acura tl the 3. Significantly redesigned for 2009, when it received a powerful v6 engine and the availability of allwheel drive, it continues into 2010 with only a few changes. The availability of a 6speed manual transmission for the 2010 tl shawd represents the first time acura has ever paired its acclaimed.
Manual models also receive retuned front coils and dampeners, stiffer engine and. Weight in the manual car is reduced by 88 pounds, so the front springs, shocks, and power steering have been retuned for. The acura tl is a compact executive entrylevel luxury car that was manufactured by acura. We tested the fully loaded tl shawd with the technology. With the demise of the nsx, the tl 6 speed soldiers on as the quickest vehicle in the honda acura lineup until the rlx sporthybrid goes on sale. While the tsx adds a six cylinder engine, the 2010 acura tl gains a six speed manual transmission option. See our lemon odds and nada odds page to see vehicles with no repairs or vehicles with more than three repairs. This was our opportunity to drive a prototype of the 2010 acura tl super handling allwheel drive six speed manual transmission shawd 6mt, so acura arranged some track time at its test facility. New gear synchronizers improve accuracy while a standard shortthrow shifter improves feel. The availability of a 6 speed manual transmission for the 2010 tl shawd represents the first time acura has ever paired its acclaimed super handling allwheel drive system with a manual.
Of the projected annual tl volume of 70,000 units, acura only predicts five percentor 3500will be the tl shawd with the manual transmission. Search from 1,052 acura tl cars for sale, including a used 2007 acura tl types, a used 2009 acura tl, and a used 2012 acura tl. Find the best oil and filter for your 2010 acura tl 3. Read about the 2010 acura tl shawd manual in this first drive article brought.
Honda announces 6speed manual for 2010 acura tl autoblog. The manual transmission includes a limited slip differential. The most important new feature for the 2010 tl is the availability of a six speed manual transmission on the upperlevel shawd super handling allwheel drive model. Acura tl types 6 speed manual transmission 165k miles oem fits. The only transmission choice is a 5 speed automatic with a manual shift mode. Additionally, new for 2010, our tl came with a 6 speed manual. The most important new feature for the 2010 tl is the availability of a sixspeed manual transmission on the upperlevel shawd super handling allwheel drive model. Search new and used cars, research vehicle models, and compare cars, all online at. While the 2009 model is only available with a five. The sixspeed manual cuts through the shift gates like butter and with.
In february 2010, another recall was issued for the same problem. While the 2009 model is only available with a five speed automatic. The availability of a 6 speed manual transmission for the 2010 tl shawd represents the first time acura has ever paired its acclaimed super handling allwheel drive system with a manual gearbox. Acura announces a 6 speed manual transmission for the 2010. Japanese automakers upscale arm to get a shiftforyourself six speed. The 2010 acura tl shawd with the technology package and the new sixspeed manual transmission brings some familiar adages to mind. The tl adds a manual transmission, which is a new sixspeed unit that acura says is 110 pounds lighter than a standard fivespeed automatic to benefit. The automatic transmissions in these cars were also defective. Sport sedan drivers who like to shift it themselves will have to wait until model year 2010 for an acura tl with a manual transmission. Sep 29, 2008 it seems now that the luxury department is taking steps on changing that by the 2010 tl s announcement will be offered featuring the brand new manual six speed transmission. This was our opportunity to drive a prototype of the 2010 acura tl super handling allwheel drive sixspeed manual transmission shawd 6mt, so acura arranged some track time at its test facility. The acura tsx is no longer limited to a fourcylinder engine. Acura announces a 6 speed manual transmission for the 2010 tl. Of the projected annual tl volume of 70,000 units, acura only predicts five percentor 3500will be the tl shawd with the manual.
Read about the 2010 acura tsx manual in this first test article brought to you by the automotive experts at motor trend. In a nod to enthusiast drivers, acura offers a new sixspeed manual transmission on allwheeldrive models only. Now its here, and were ready to find out if the acura tl shawd sixspeed can fill. The only transmission choice is a 5speed automatic with a manual shift mode. The availability of a 6speed manual transmission for the 2010 tl shawdr represents the first time acura has ever paired its acclaimed super handling allwheel drivetm system with a manual. Featuring 2 2010 acura tl to be offered with 6speed manual transmission. It is equipped with your choice of two powerful engines and two transmissions. The most notable revision is the return of the types edition of the tl. The fourthgeneration 2010 acura tl is available in base frontwheeldrive and super handling allwheeldrive trim levels. Now i get to try acuras sixspeed manual version that appeals to car enthusiasts.
Used acura tl with manual transmission for sale cargurus. Significantly redesigned for 2009, when it received a powerful v6 engine and the availability of allwheel drive, it continues into. The sixspeed manual in the tl is, like honda and acuras other. Find answers to your 2010 honda accord question from certified mechanics and auto experts. The tl adds a manual transmission, which is a new sixspeed unit that acura says is 110 pounds lighter than a standard fivespeed automatic to. Complete manual transmissions for acura tl for sale ebay. The 2010 acura tl shawd with the technology package and the new six speed manual transmission brings some familiar adages to mind. The sixspeed manual in the tl is, like honda and acuras other self.
While acura now offers the bigger tl with a choice of front or allwheel drive, the 2010 acura tsx remains strictly a frontdriver. Featuring 2 2010 acura tl to be offered with 6 speed manual transmission. It seems now that the luxury department is taking steps on changing that by the 2010 tls announcement will be offered featuring the brand new manual sixspeed transmission. There are other models such as the acura tl and tsx with 6 speed. Allnew 6speed manual available on 2010 tl shawd technology. Get the best deals on complete manual transmissions for acura tl when. Acura engineers also designed an entirely new clutch system for the new 6speed manual transmission to withstand the tls robust power output while also improving modulation for noticeably. Shop millions of cars from over 21,000 dealers and find the perfect car. Honda has long built nearly all of its own automobile transmissions, unlike many other automobile manufacturers which often source transmissions from external sources.
With the demise of the nsx, the tl 6speed soldiers on as the quickest vehicle in the hondaacura lineup until the rlx sporthybrid goes on. The v6 pulls strongly even in higher gears, and it makes a. Most buyers, though, should consider this a nonissue. There are other models such as the acura tl and tsx with 6 speed transmissions and much of what will be discussed will apply more so to the tl. Earlier this year, i got to drive the acura tl with the automatic gearbox. The standard tl is a comfortable commute car, while the shawd version gets a bigger engine, allwheeldrive sytem, and an excellent manual transmission. The base frontwheeldrive acura tl is powered by a 3.
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