The TL-based coupe that was Acura’s answer to the Accord Coupe—a sporty, reliable, and comfortable two-door. The Type S with the V6 and a manual was a hidden gem.
The CL was a front-wheel-drive unibody mid-size luxury coupe on the TL platform. 1st gen (1997-1999): 2.2L F22B I4 (145 hp) or 3.0L J30A V6 (200 hp). Transmissions: 5-speed manual or 4-speed auto. 2nd gen (2001-2003): 3.2L J32A V6 (225 hp) or 3.2L J32A (260 hp in Type S). Transmissions: 5-speed manual or 5-speed auto.
The CL is reliable. The J-series V6s are excellent. The 5-speed manual is great. The 5-speed auto is reliable (on the 2nd gen). The 1st gen’s 4-speed auto has some issues. The CL is a reliable sport coupe.
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