Honda G20A
This engine is considered reliable, but there are problems with service and spare parts.
Acura TL engines
The Acura TL is a Japanese business car manufactured by Honda Motor Co., Ltd. from 1996 to 2014. Until 2004, the car was sold in the domestic Japanese market under the names Honda Inspire and Honda Saber. In total, four generations of the model were made. The car was equipped with front and all-wheel drive. The first generation cars were made in Japan, the rest in the USA. The successor to the model was the Acura TLX sedan. In total, more than 0.5 million copies of the Acura TL have been sold.
The Acura TL was offered with 8 engines between 1995 and 2014 (8 petrol). Displacement ranges from 2.0 to 3.7 liters, power output from 155 to 305 hp. All of them use a timing belt. The longest rated lifespan belongs to the Honda J32A (about 375,000 km).
Acura TL engines by generation
| Engine | Years | Volume | Power | Fuel | Timing | Oil | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acura TL 1 (UA) 1995–1998 | |||||||
| Honda C32A | 1995–1998 | 3.2 L V6 | 200–205 hp | petrol | belt | 4.7 L | ~330,000 km |
| Honda G20A | 1995–1998 | 2.0 L R5 | 155–160 hp | petrol | belt | 4.3 L | ~350,000 km |
| Honda G25A | 1995–1998 | 2.5 L R5 | 180–190 hp | petrol | belt | 4.3 L | ~350,000 km |
| Acura TL 2 (UA4) 1998–2003 | |||||||
| Honda J32A | 1998–2003 | 3.2 L V6 | 225–270 hp | petrol | belt | 4.4 L | ~375,000 km |
| Honda J25A | 1998–2003 | 2.5 L V6 | 200 hp | petrol | belt | 4.4 L | ~350,000 km |
| Acura TL 3 (UA6) 2007–2008 | |||||||
| Honda J35A | 2007–2008 | 3.5 L V6 | 210–285 hp | petrol | belt | 4.7 L | ~375,000 km |
| Acura TL 4 (UA8) 2008–2014 | |||||||
| Honda J37A | 2008–2014 | 3.7 L V6 | 295–305 hp | petrol | belt | 4.3 L | ~320,000 km |
| Honda J35Z | 2008–2014 | 3.5 L V6 | 244–280 hp | petrol | belt | 4.3 L | ~300,000 km |
Acura TL engine FAQ
What engines were used in the Acura TL?
Acura TL 1 (UA) (1995–1998): Honda C32A, Honda G20A and Honda G25A; Acura TL 2 (UA4) (1998–2003): Honda J32A and Honda J25A; Acura TL 3 (UA6) (2007–2008): Honda J35A; Acura TL 4 (UA8) (2008–2014): Honda J37A and Honda J35Z.
Which Acura TL engine is the most durable?
By rated service life the most durable Acura TL engines are: Honda J32A — about 375,000 km; Honda J35A — about 375,000 km; Honda G20A — about 350,000 km. Actual lifespan depends heavily on maintenance and oil change intervals.
How much oil does the Acura TL engine take?
Engine oil capacity with filter: Honda C32A — 4.7 L (5W-30); Honda G20A — 4.3 L (5W-30); Honda G25A — 4.3 L (5W-30); Honda J25A — 4.4 L (5W-30); Honda J32A — 4.4 L (5W-30); Honda J35A — 4.7 L (5W-30); Honda J35Z — 4.3 L (0W-20); Honda J37A — 4.3 L (5W-30).
Does the Acura TL have a timing belt or chain?
Timing belt: Honda C32A, Honda G20A, Honda G25A, Honda J25A, Honda J32A, Honda J35A, Honda J35Z and Honda J37A. Belts must be replaced on schedule: on many engines a broken belt bends the valves.
Was the Acura TL available with a diesel engine?
No, all Acura TL engines in our database run on petrol.
Engine details
Honda G25A
There are no questions about the reliability of the motor, but there are problems with the service and spare parts.
Honda C32A
The engine has no problems with reliability, but many people are not happy with fuel consumption.
Honda J25A
This particular motor is rare, but the whole series is famous for its reliability.
Honda J32A
The power units of this line are famous for their reliability and unpretentiousness.
Honda J35A
Engine versions equipped with VCM are notorious for oil leaks from system gaskets.
Honda J35Z
The VCM system is blamed for oil consumption caused by stuck piston rings.
Honda J37A
The engines of this family are famous for their reliability and have no weak points.
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