This is because cars with manual transmission allow drivers to take the machine to its limit and control it as the driver wants. Used acura tl with manual transmission for sale cargurus. Shop millions of cars from over 21,000 dealers and find the perfect car. Acuras midsize luxury sport sedan, the tl, was completely redesigned in 2009, and for 2010, relatively minor changes have been made, led by the addition of an available 6speed transmission. New 6speed manual will be available next fall on tl shawd model. And to underscore what this car can do, word around the water cooler is that its legitimately fun on a road course, as alien as the notion would be. For those seeking additional driving enjoyment, a traditional sixspeed manual transmission has been added to the shawd mix for 2010. When designing the manual transmission for the 2010 acura tl shawd, engineers actually measured the shift stroke of its competitive cars. The tires are winter rubber and are in pretty good shape. The base 2010 acura tl is also praiseworthy for its quiet. New they go for 3738 grand with the tech package and shawd. This is the first manual transmission to be offered with the shawd super handling all wheel drive system, and its 110 pounds lighter than the. The manual transmission in the tl shawd, however, was the keystone to the whole overarching driving experience. Those of you looking for a hidden gem should pick up a remaining 2014 model before theyre all gone.
The 2010 acura tl shawd with the technology package and the new sixspeed manual transmission brings some familiar adages to mind. The availability of a 6 speed manual transmission for the 2010 tl sh awd represents the first time acura has ever paired its acclaimed super handling allwheel drive system with a manual. A farewell to the stickshift acura automobile magazine. Now i get to try acuras sixspeed manual version that appeals to car enthusiasts. The 2010 acura tl comes in two main variants, the base tl with front wheel drive and 280 hp, and the shawd with all wheel drive and 305 hp. The 2010 acura tl makes a great choice for anyone looking for a reliable and wellequipped. Please take into account that the acura 0 to 60 times and quarter mile data listed on this car. We tested the fully loaded tl shawd with the technology package option and high performance tires. Used 2010 acura tl shawd with technology package for sale. Acura offers two radically different versions of the midsize, midluxury tl sedan. For those seeking more aggressive handling, the shawd trim provides superhandling allwheel drive, a 6speed manual transmission and a 305horsepower v6 engine. Search over 2,100 listings to find the best local deals. Honda has announced that the 2010 acura tl shawd will be available with an allnew 6speed manual transmission. Somewhat in depth walk through of my 2010 acura tl sh awd.
The tl gets a manual transmission for 2010, however, and although we. Adding a manual transmission makes the robotic tl more human. Search new and used cars, research vehicle models, and compare cars, all online at. The throws are short and quick, and the shifter finds its way from one gear to another swiftly and crisply, with no. Models so equipped also receive special powertrain, transmission, suspension, and steering upgrades designed for the more enthusiastic driver. View detailed specs, features and options for the 2010 acura tl 4dr sdn shawd at u. When designing the manual transmission for the 2010 acura tl shawd, engineers. This is strange because honda makes one of the best shifting. Another sixspeed hit from the makers of the honda s2000 and acura tsx. The best launch was from an indicated 3,750 rpm with a wisp of wheelspin. This was our opportunity to drive a prototype of the 2010 acura tl super handling allwheel drive six speed manual transmission sh awd 6mt, so acura arranged some track time at its test facility. The tls cabin is also a study of sleek form and precise function. For this manual transmission model, acura designed a new selfadjusting dualmass clutch system for increased holding power and improved modulation compared to the previous generation.
The availability of a 6 speed manual transmission for the 2010 tl sh awd represents the first time acura has ever paired its acclaimed super handling allwheel drive system with a manual gearbox. Acura, for some reason, did not immediately offer a 6speed manual with its redesigned tl until now. This marks the first time acuras shawd has been paired with a manual transmission. Do they have the same transmission problems as earlier tls. I love this tl, it is a great design and a beautifulfun car to drive. 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. Car has about 315k on it but runs great clutch, transmission and engine are running fine. With so little tangible feel from the pedals, its almost a robotic experience to launch the tl sh awd 6mt. Acura adds sixspeed manual gearbox to 2010 tl shawd. The new manual transmission equipped tl shawd allows the enthusiast driver to take.
Sh awd versions get a power and displacement bump to 305 horsepower and 3. The optional 6speed manual earns the same 1725 mpg figure. The new manual transmission equipped tl shawd really allows the enthusiast driver to take full advantage of the performance of acuras. The sixspeed manual in the tl is, like honda and acuras other selfshifters, an altar for those with hyperactive left feet. This was our opportunity to drive a prototype of the 2010 acura tl super handling all wheel drive sixspeed manual transmission shawd 6mt, so acura arranged some track time at its test facility. Its clear that acura put some thought, as well as some fine engineering, into this stellar sixspeed gearbox. The shawd models 305horsepower v6 the most powerful engine. The bottom line the 2010 acura tl shawd drives like a sports car, but it works as a daily commuter. With two powerful engine choices, the 2010 acura tl is poised to stake its claim in the affordable performance sedan segment. Earlier this year, i got to drive the acura tl with the automatic gearbox. Honda announces 6speed manual for 2010 acura tl autoblog.
The fourthgeneration tl introduced for the 2009 model year continued this sporty trend with the available manual transmission in the shawd model. By adding an available manual transmission to the tl shawd model, acura will. For the 2010 model year, acura announced that a 6 speed closeratio manual transmission would be available for the sh awd model. First things first, bmw is one of the few manufacturers to offer manual transmission options on most of their lineup, and that includes the bigger 5series, to which the tl competes. Both 2009 versions come standard with a fivespeed automatic transmission. Search from 1,003 acura tl cars for sale, including a used 2007 acura tl types, a used 2012 acura tl, and a used 2012 acura tl shawd. The standard tl is a comfortable commute car, while the shawd version gets a bigger engine, all wheel. The good an all wheel drive system and tight suspension give the 2010 acura tl shawd excellent handling, and its manual transmission is a pleasure to shift. Awd sedans with manual transmission system are the best options for drivers who are racing and rallying enthusiasts a majority of people who love car racing prefer sedans with manual transmission. Every element works without distracting from the task at hand. The manual is only available paired with allwheel drivesuper handling allwheel drive, or sh awd in acura lingoand a 305hp, 3.
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