For 2010, buyers of the TL SH-AWD with Technology Package who desire the ultimate in control can equip their cars with a 6-speed close-ratio manual transmission. By adding this transmission to the most powerful engine ever installed in a production Acura vehicle-and equipped with the Super Handling All-Wheel Drive
system-Acura engineers have created what may be the most intense performance experience ever available in an Acura sedan.
Here are more details about the manual transmission:
- The gear box is a high-capacity design featuring all-new gear ratios to ensure the most exhilarating response. (See sidebar.)
- There's a new clutch engineered for strong durability as well as excellent pedal feel.
- The transmission's shift lever has been designed with an exceptionally short throw and precise feel for the true sporting enthusiast.
To fully appreciate the impact this new transmission will have, listen to the editors at Edmunds.com who got an early preview of the new 6MT-equipped TL SH-AWD. After driving the car on a closed course, they said, "...this prototype of the 2010 Acura TL SH-AWD equipped with a close-ratio six-speed manual transmission is one of the most remarkable fast sedans we have ever driven, faster than all the big names in the sports sedan game."
The new 6-speed manual transmission provides yet another advantage that the 2010 TL SH-AWD has over key competitors. The 2009 Audi A6, Lexus GS 350, Infiniti M35, and Infiniti G37x do not offer a manual transmission.
Be sure to check the Sales Portal in early September for more product information and to create your own TL 6MT Competitive Comparison.
Gear Ratios (TL SH-AWD MT)
| 1st |
3.93 |
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| 2nd |
2.48 |
| 3rd |
1.70 |
| 4th |
1.25 |
| 5th |
0.98 |
| 6th |
0.77 |
| Reverse |
4.01 |
| Final Drive |
3.29 |
New for 2010-18-inch Alloy WheelsFor the 2010 model year, the front-wheel drive TL is available with either 17-inch OR 18-inch alloy wheels. Now you have the opportunity to offer your clients even more choices when selecting the TL that is perfect for them!