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Is an Acura TL a good first car?
I just got approved for a car loan! This will be my first car, so I’m looking for something practical that’s not too expensive. Is an Acura TL a good first car?
Melanie Mergen · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
The Acura TL can make a good first car for the right driver, although it’s worth noting some model years might be more ideal than others.
Generally speaking, the right car for a first-time car owner is going to be something that’s affordable, safe, and reliable. The Acura TL generally checks off most of those boxes.
While you’re deciding whether the Acura TL is a good first car for you, here are some factors you’ll want to pay attention to:
- Safety ratings: The 2012 to 2014 Acura TLs were Top Safety Picks with the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) for their model years.
- Sale price: A 2014 Acura TL could commonly be listed for anywhere between $12,000 and $14,000, while a 2007 model could sell for between $5,000 and $7,000.
- Reliability ratings: J.D. power gives the 2007 Acura TL a “great” reliability rating of 81/100. The 2014 model gets 84/100. 2012 gets 85, and 2013 gets 86.
Here are some additional characteristics you’ll want to pay attention to while you’re car shopping:
- Current vehicle condition
- Fuel economy
- TypicalAcura maintenance costs
- Passenger space
- Cargo space
- Comfort and convenience features
- Performance potential
One extra consideration is that the Acura TL was discontinued after its 2014 model year. As time goes on, it can be more difficult to find replacement parts for discontinued vehicles. Once you decide what factors are most important to you, you can decide whether or not the Acura TL would make a good first car. Enjoy car shopping!
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