Acura TL MPG by Year & Engine (EPA)
EPA fuel-economy ratings for every rated Acura TL model year from 2004 to 2014 — each engine and transmission with its official city, highway and combined figures. Over these years the TL has been offered with 3.5L 6-cyl, 3.7L 6-cyl, 3.2L 6-cyl engines; the most efficient version is the 2014 (up to 23 MPG combined). Every rated gas version calls for premium gasoline. Data: U.S. Department of Energy & EPA, fueleconomy.gov; prices are live medians from VehiSales listings.
Acura TL fuel economy by year
| Year | Combined | Engines | Median used price | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 20–23 MPG | 3.5L 6-cyl, 3.7L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2013 | 20–23 MPG | 3.5L 6-cyl, 3.7L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2012 | 20–23 MPG | 3.5L 6-cyl, 3.7L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2011 | 20–21 MPG | 3.5L 6-cyl, 3.7L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2010 | 20–21 MPG | 3.5L 6-cyl, 3.7L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2009 | 20–21 MPG | 3.5L 6-cyl, 3.7L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2008 | 20–21 MPG | 3.5L 6-cyl, 3.2L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2007 | 20–21 MPG | 3.5L 6-cyl, 3.2L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2006 | 21 MPG | 3.2L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2005 | 21 MPG | 3.2L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2004 | 21 MPG | 3.2L 6-cyl | — | — |
2014 Acura TL: engines & MPG
The 2014 TL was EPA-rated in 3 versions (3.5L 6-cyl, 3.7L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 20 to 23 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TL 2WD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 20 | 29 | 23 MPG |
| TL 4WD | 3.7L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 18 | 26 | 21 MPG |
| TL 4WD | 3.7L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Premium | 18 | 24 | 20 MPG |
2013 Acura TL: engines & MPG
The 2013 TL was EPA-rated in 3 versions (3.5L 6-cyl, 3.7L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 20 to 23 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TL 2WD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 20 | 29 | 23 MPG |
| TL 4WD | 3.7L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 18 | 26 | 21 MPG |
| TL 4WD | 3.7L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Premium | 18 | 24 | 20 MPG |
2012 Acura TL: engines & MPG
The 2012 TL was EPA-rated in 3 versions (3.5L 6-cyl, 3.7L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 20 to 23 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TL 2WD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 20 | 29 | 23 MPG |
| TL 4WD | 3.7L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 18 | 26 | 21 MPG |
| TL 4WD | 3.7L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Premium | 18 | 24 | 20 MPG |
2011 Acura TL: engines & MPG
The 2011 TL was EPA-rated in 3 versions (3.5L 6-cyl, 3.7L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 20 to 21 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TL 2WD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S5) | Premium | 18 | 26 | 21 MPG |
| TL 4WD | 3.7L 6-cyl | Automatic (S5) | Premium | 17 | 24 | 20 MPG |
| TL 4WD | 3.7L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Premium | 18 | 24 | 20 MPG |
2010 Acura TL: engines & MPG
The 2010 TL was EPA-rated in 3 versions (3.5L 6-cyl, 3.7L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 20 to 21 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TL 2WD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S5) | Premium | 18 | 26 | 21 MPG |
| TL 4WD | 3.7L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Premium | 17 | 25 | 20 MPG |
| TL 4WD | 3.7L 6-cyl | Automatic (S5) | Premium | 17 | 25 | 20 MPG |
2009 Acura TL: engines & MPG
The 2009 TL was EPA-rated in 2 versions (3.5L 6-cyl, 3.7L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 20 to 21 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TL 2WD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S5) | Premium | 18 | 26 | 21 MPG |
| TL 4WD | 3.7L 6-cyl | Automatic (S5) | Premium | 17 | 25 | 20 MPG |
2008 Acura TL: engines & MPG
The 2008 TL was EPA-rated in 3 versions (3.5L 6-cyl, 3.2L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 20 to 21 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TL | 3.5L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Premium | 18 | 27 | 21 MPG |
| TL | 3.2L 6-cyl | Automatic (S5) | Premium | 18 | 26 | 21 MPG |
| TL | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S5) | Premium | 17 | 26 | 20 MPG |
2007 Acura TL: engines & MPG
The 2007 TL was EPA-rated in 3 versions (3.5L 6-cyl, 3.2L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 20 to 21 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TL | 3.5L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Premium | 18 | 27 | 21 MPG |
| TL | 3.2L 6-cyl | Automatic (S5) | Premium | 18 | 26 | 21 MPG |
| TL | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S5) | Premium | 17 | 26 | 20 MPG |
2006 Acura TL: engines & MPG
The 2006 TL was EPA-rated in 2 versions (3.2L 6-cyl), with combined economy of 21 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TL | 3.2L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Premium | 18 | 26 | 21 MPG |
| TL | 3.2L 6-cyl | Automatic (S5) | Premium | 18 | 26 | 21 MPG |
2005 Acura TL: engines & MPG
The 2005 TL was EPA-rated in 2 versions (3.2L 6-cyl), with combined economy of 21 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TL | 3.2L 6-cyl | Automatic (S5) | Premium | 18 | 26 | 21 MPG |
| TL | 3.2L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Premium | 18 | 26 | 21 MPG |
2004 Acura TL: engines & MPG
The 2004 TL was EPA-rated in 2 versions (3.2L 6-cyl), with combined economy of 21 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TL | 3.2L 6-cyl | Automatic (S5) | Premium | 18 | 26 | 21 MPG |
| TL | 3.2L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Premium | 18 | 28 | 21 MPG |
Frequently asked questions
What MPG does an Acura TL get?
Depending on year and engine, EPA combined ratings for the TL range from 21 to 23 MPG. The most efficient rated version is the 2014 model year.
What engines does the 2014 Acura TL have?
The 2014 TL was EPA-rated with 3.5L 6-cyl, 3.7L 6-cyl engines — see the 2014 table above for each version's exact city/highway figures.
Does the Acura TL require premium gas?
Yes — every EPA-rated gas TL version specifies premium gasoline.
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