2008 Acura TL Specs, MPG & Trims
EPA fuel-economy data and specifications for the 2008 Acura TL (20–21 MPG combined) across 3 listed configurations.
Overview
- Body class
- Midsize Cars
- Drive
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Transmissions
- Automatic (S5), Manual 6-spd
- Engine
- 6-cyl, 3.2 L; 6-cyl, 3.5 L
- Fuel type
- Premium Gasoline
- Combined MPG
- 20–21 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $3,900–$4,100
- 5-year fuel cost
- −$8,500 to −$7,500 more than average
- Configurations
- 3
MPG & fuel economy
City, highway and combined values below are EPA estimates. Where a powertrain has several configurations, the table shows the lowest–highest reported value. Electric configurations use MPGe.
| Powertrain | City | Highway | Combined | Annual fuel cost | CO2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6-cyl 3.2 L · Premium Gasoline · Front-Wheel Drive | 18 | 26 | 21 | $3,900 | — |
| 6-cyl 3.5 L · Premium Gasoline · Front-Wheel Drive | 17–18 | 26–27 | 20–21 | $3,900–$4,100 | — |
Configurations & engine comparison
Each row is one configuration/engine combination reported by the EPA for this model year. Missing EPA values are shown as —.
| Configuration / engine | Drive | Transmission | Cyl. | Displ. (L) | Fuel type | City | Hwy | Comb. | Annual cost | 5-YR COST | FE | GHG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TL | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S5) | 6 | 3.2 | Premium Gasoline | 18 | 26 | 21 | $3,900 | −$7,500 | — | — |
| TL | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S5) | 6 | 3.5 | Premium Gasoline | 17 | 26 | 20 | $4,100 | −$8,500 | — | — |
| TL | Front-Wheel Drive | Manual 6-spd | 6 | 3.5 | Premium Gasoline | 18 | 27 | 21 | $3,900 | −$7,500 | — | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the combined MPG of the 2008 Acura TL?
According to EPA data, the 2008 Acura TL is rated at 20–21 MPG combined for its conventional-fuel configurations.
How many cylinders does the 2008 Acura TL have?
The EPA data lists 6 cylinders for this vehicle.
What fuel type does the 2008 Acura TL use?
It uses Premium Gasoline.
What is the annual fuel cost of the 2008 Acura TL?
The EPA estimates annual fuel costs ranging from $3,900 to $4,100.
How much will the 2008 Acura TL cost in fuel over 5 years?
According to EPA estimates, the 2008 Acura TL 5-year fuel-cost difference is −$8,500 to −$7,500 relative to the average new vehicle (negative values mean the vehicle costs more than average).