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A car is an orchestration of thousands of complex,
m o v i n g a n d s y n c h ro n i z i n g p a r t s.
I t s h o u l d b e more than a fashion accessor y.
More than a status sy m b o l i n t h e f o r m o f a b a d g e.
N ow h e re i s t h i s m ore true tha n in a n Ac ura. WATCH
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Because a car, especially a luxur y car, should be
o n e of s u b s t a n c e.

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INTEGRA LEGEND INTEGRA NSX LEGEND
LEGEND INTEGRA VIGOR LEGEND TSX TL RL RDX
First Acura Second- The first TL RL CL INTEGRA TL INTEGRA MDX RSX MDX TSX TL ZDX TSX SPORT
Integra available Winner of First Best-selling First vehicle
The world’s with a generation all-aluminum First 6-speed TYPE-R Premium First vehicle First Variable First Acura WAGON
in 3- or 5-door the IMSA 5-cylinder luxury import, First First vehicle First luxury RealTime First Acura First luxury Introduction Redesigned First brand First vehicle
first Japanese standard Integra sports car, manual sport sedan to offer to offer Flow with Active
hatchback. International engine sixth year generation with in-dash import brand Racing wins with dual- The 195-hp SUV with of i-VTEC TSX debuts with across- from Acura’s The first sport
luxury-brand driver’s introduced. and first use transmission launches. Bluetooth SH-AWD Turbo-charged Damper
Sedan Series from Acura. in a row. of midsized satellite- to assemble SCCA World stage driver “Ultimate 3rd-row technology. at New York the-brand new design wagon offered
vehicle. airbag. of VTEC offered in wireless and XM engine System and
Manufacturers’ sport sedan linked vehicles in Challenge and passenger Integra” sold seating. Auto Show. NHTSA 5-star studio in by Acura.
technology. an Acura. technology. NavTraffic. from Acura. tuning at
Championship. introduced. navigation. the U.S. Touring Two side airbags. in limited crash safety California.
Championship. numbers. Nürburgring. ratings.1

LOOKING BACK AT 25 YEARS OF LOOKING FORWARD.

When we launched the Acura Legend in 1986, its very existence constituted a first.
In the years since, we’ve never stopped innovating. As we enter our second
quarter-century, we continue to build on what we’ve learned, as well as search for
new breakthroughs. Because when you’re building the next generation of luxury
vehicles, you don’t stick with the status quo – you advance.

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SAFETY Advanced Compatibility
Engineering™ Body Structure

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Of all the feelings that driving a luxury vehicle elicits, a sense of security is
the most important. It’s why we incorporate safety into virtually every aspect
of design. The chassis of every Acura features an Advanced Compatibility
Engineering (ACE ®) body structure. Unlike competitive designs that just absorb
frontal crash energy, ACE uses a network of structural elements to help redirect
crash energy around the cabin and away from you.


COMFORT Active Damper System

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A MAGNETO - RHEOLOGICAL
SUBSTANCE.

This is innovation at the molecular
level. A liquid that instantly
thickens in the presence of an
electromagnetic charge, creating
the intricate shape you see here.
Inside the Acura Active Damper
System, it responds by increasing
resistance, changing the vehicle’s
ride quality from smooth and
luxurious to tight and sporty in
as little as 5 milliseconds.
The system continuously monitors
road conditions and driver input,
giving you greater control and
more responsive handling.

Active Damper System included with Advance Package on MDX and ZDX.


PERFORMANCE Advanced Materials

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In the world of automotive performance, improvements are usually measured
in increased horsepower or quicker 0-60 times. But behind those numbers,
you’ll find others. Acura 3.7-liter V-6 engines have cylinder sleeves composed
of a silicon-embedded aluminum alloy. Engineered to stay cooler, this helps
maintain a tolerance between the sleeves and the pistons that can be as little
as nearly zero millimeters wide. Translation: more power is put to use.
Along with systems like V TEC ® valve management, it’s one of the measures
we employ to help our engines perform beyond their displacement.


QUALITY Laser Parts Verification

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Imagine that every pushpin used to create this work of art was an inspection
point. This still vastly underrepresents the amount of scrutiny it can take to verify
even a single part. Using lasers accurate to within the width of a human hair,
technicians compare auto parts to their CAD-file counterparts at up to 1,000,000
points to ensure precision. This attention to detail results in the tightest fit
possible, helping our vehicles perform better and last longer.


PERFORMANCE Super Handling All - Wheel Drive

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ALL- WHEEL DRIVE ™ WORKS,
TOGGLE LEFT AND RIGHT.

Unlike most competitive all-wheel-
drive systems that simply transfer
power between the front and the rear
wheels, SH -AWD® also directs rear
power from side to side. Take a turn,
and up to 10 0% of available rear
power is sent to the outside wheel,
which is also rotated slightly faster.
The combination of these forces
literally pushes the vehicle through
the curve, giving you a level of
handling prowess unmatched by
conventional all-wheel drive.

Super Handling All-Wheel Drive standard on RL, MDX and ZDX; available on RDX and TL.


PERFORMANCE Nürburgring Testing

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A CLAIM. YOU GO TO
NÜRBURGRING TO
MAKE A STATEMENT.

13 miles. 170 curves. Zero
room for error. Known
simply as the “Ring” to
driving enthusiasts, the
Nürburgring Nordschleife
circuit in Germany is
considered the toughest
natural road course in the
world. It’s not a place you’d
expect to find a vehicle that
seats seven. In developing
the driving characteristics
of the MDX, we spent weeks
there honing the vehicle’s
suspension, brakes and
steering. So when we call
the MDX a driver’s SUV,
it’s something we went to
considerable lengths to
back up.


TECHNOLOGY Information Systems

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As the world becomes an ever-increasing web of connectivity, an Acura is engineered to be
the ultimate link. Voice recognition gives you control over the Bluetooth ® HandsfreeLink, 2®

Navigation System and, with Song by Voice
3 ® technology, the music on the vehicle’s hard disk

drive or a USB-connected iPod.® 4
A blind spot information system (BSI ) scans adjacent lanes and warns if it detects a vehicle
that could be out of the driver’s field of vision.
*

AcuraLink ® keeps you abreast of what various automotive systems are up to as well as the
current driving conditions with XM NavTraffic ® and NavWeather.™ 5 GPS-linked climate
control tracks the position of the sun and it maintains temperature settings accordingly.
.
It’s all designed to keep you informed, entertained and comfortable.†

*The system is not a substitute for your own visual assessment before changing lanes; system accuracy will vary based on weather, size of object and speed. †Some features require available Technology or Advance Package.


TECHNOLOGY Active Sound Control

WATCH OUR SPEAKERS CAN CREATE AN INTERESTING SOUND.
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SILENCE.

Most speakers only create sound. Ours can also take it away. Active Sound Control
in the ZDX, RL and TSX V-6 uses microphones to constantly monitor engine noise.
When unwanted noise is detected, opposing frequencies are broadcast through
the speakers to eliminate it, literally fighting sound with sound. It even works
when the vehicle’s audio system is turned off. The result is dramatically reduced
engine noise for a quieter, more comfortable cabin.


TECHNOLOGY Acura/ELS Surround®
Premium Audio System SPEAKER

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IS NOT A CAR PART.

For tuning engines,
transmissions and
suspension systems,
we rely on automotive
SPEAKER SPEAKER
engineers. When we set out
to create a world-class
audio system, we looked BEETHOVEN’S
for expertise elsewhere. ODE TO JOY
Six-time GRAMMY ® Award- Part II – Allegro Vivace
winning recording engineer
Elliot Scheiner was an
obvious choice. SPEAKER SPEAKER

Working with our engineers,
Scheiner helped create
the Acura/ELS Surround
Premium Audio System, *
and then precisely tuned
the 5.1 system to take SPEAKER SPEAKER

advantage of the unique
sound field created by each
vehicle’s cabin. The result SUBWOOFER

is music that matches the
depth and nuance of the
original studio recording.
SHOW ALL

*ELS Surround Audio System included with Technology Package on ZDX, MDX, TL, TSX and RDX. RDX shown with available Technology Package.


SAFETY Collision Mitigation Braking System

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20 SYSTEMS DESIGNED
TO LOOK OUT FOR YOU.
SOME, QUITE LITERALLY.

It never hurts to have an extra eye
on the road. The available Collision
Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™)
on the RL, MDX and ZDX is designed
to do just that, alerting you of a
A DRIVER IS MOMENTARILY DISTRACTED.
possible collision and helping to
lessen its impact.
A POTENTIAL COLLISION IS DETECTED.
Along with systems like Vehicle
Stability Assist™ (VSA®), Brake Assist
and Electronic Brake Distribution AUDIO AND VISUAL ALERTS WARN THE DRIVER.
(EBD), it’s proof that keeping you
out of harm’s way has always been
SEAT BELT TUGS TO FURTHER ALERT DRIVER.
one of our top priorities.

BRAKES APPLY LIGHT PRESSURE.

SEAT BELT TIGHTENS, STRONG BRAKING ENSUES.*

*Depending on the circumstances, CMBS may not go through all of the alert stages before initiating the last stage (of collision mitigation).


CRAFTSMANSHIP Hand-Worked Materials

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There are times when the most sophisticated equipment known to man, is man.
So even in this era of automation, it still takes more than 1,40 0 people to
assemble an Acura. Whether it’s stretching the leather around a piece of the
dash or sanding sheet metal prior to painting, there are still numerous
times when the recognition of a human eye, and the skill of a human hand,
are required to meet the level of precision we demand of every vehicle.


Tri-level railway cars used to transport Distribution of parts in a diesel- In 2009, CO2 emissions were reduced More than 90% of the RDX parts are Efficiently utilized shipping crates
vehicles saved 125,481gallons of diesel electric hybrid truck reduces CO2 by 3,970 metric tons at two Acura plants. made from recyclable materials. used for parts distribution save over 704
fuel in 2009. emissions by 15% compared to metric tons of CO2 emissions per year.
conventional tractor trailers.

Total water used for manufacturing All Acura vehicles have been 90% Repairing and recycling manufactur- Receiving our first ULEV rating in 2001, A parts consolidation center at the
reduced by 128 million gallons in 2010. recyclable since 2004. ing pallets kept 136,350 of them out of now every Acura is recognized as an Marysville plant reduces CO2 emissions
landfills in 2010. ultra-low emissions vehicle. from parts transportation by 90 metric
tons per year.

In 2009, the Marysville plant earned Landfill waste from manufacturing Corrugated packaging materials were “Intelligent” paint booths reduce CO2 All Acura manufacturing plants will
the EPA’s ENERGY STAR for superior activity reduced by 65% from the reduced by nearly 1.5 million pounds in emissions from painting operations achieve zero waste-to-landfill by
energy efficiency. previous year. the last two years. by as much as 25%. April 2011.

ENVIRONMENT Waste and Pollution Reduction

WATCH SUBSTANCE AS DEFINED AS A DESIRE
Alliston and Marysville plants saved Reduced use of packaging materials THE
more than 840,000 cubic meters of saved more than 635,000 pounds of VIDEO
TO LEAVE LESS SUBSTANCE BEHIND.
natural gas in 2009. wood in 2009.

A program to recycle manufacturing pallets is never going to be a top news
item. But that doesn’t mean it isn’t worth doing. While just about every
car company is trying to burnish their “green” credentials, Acura has spent
the last decade changing the way we make our vehicles, drastically
reducing the amount of waste and pollutants. When it comes to managing
our environmental impact, we’re always looking for more ways to do less.

2009 (FY09) is the fiscal year 2009, from April 1, 2008, to March 31, 2009. 2010 (FY10) is the fiscal year 2010, from April 1, 2009, to March 31, 2010.


Manufacturing
• Steel coils created
• Tested by supplier
• Steel coils received at factory
• Steel coils retested
• Blanks cut
• Front end form created
• Front floor form created
• Rear floor form created
• Front fender forms created
• Rear fender forms created
• Door pillar forms created
• Door skin forms created
• Frame rail forms created
• Roof panel forms created
• Door panels laser-welded
• Door panels stamped
• Center pillars hot-stamped at supplier
• Stamped components produced at various suppliers
• Steel components welded at suppliers, delivered to auto plant
• Steel components delivered to welding lines
• Raw plastics tested by supplier
• Raw plastics received
• Raw plastics retested
• Moisture check
• Viscosity check
• Plastic pellets blown into plastic injection molds
• Instrument-panel components formed by high-pressure injection mold
• Molded parts handled by robots
• Robots conduct flame treatment to smooth edges
• Inspected
• Instrument panels sent to “inpanel” subassembly
• Front bumpers made by high-pressure injection mold
• Robots conduct flame treatment
• Front bumper edges smoothed
• Inspected
• Sent to bumper paint
• Inspected by paint
• Front bumpers painted
• Inspected again
• Adhesion test (crosscheck test)
• Color match check
• Front bumper sent to sub assembly
• Inspected yet again
• Sent to production line
• Rear bumpers made by high-pressure injection mold
• Robots conduct flame treatment
• Rear bumper edges smoothed
• Inspected
• Sent to paint
• Inspected by paint
• Rear bumpers painted
• Inspected again
• Adhesion test (crosscheck test)
• Color match check
• Rear bumper sent to assembly
• Inspected yet again
• Sent to production line
• In Weld:
o Front end joined to-
o -Front floor joined to-
o -Rear floor
o Floor comp assembled
o Side panel outer assembled
o Roof comp assembled
o Front fender comp assembled
o Rear fender comp assembled
o Doors, trunks and hatches, hoods (Aluminum on TL) assembled
• “White body” is formed by welding floor, sides and roof together
• Additional welds stiffen and strengthen
• Robot weld station 1
• Door hinges added
• Header assembly weld-finished
• Header assembly prepped
• Header assembly inspected
• Header assembly to production line
• Doors assembly weld-finished
• Door assembly prepped
• Door assembly inspected
• Door assembly to production line
• Hood assembly weld-finished
• Hood assembly prepped
• Hood assembly inspected

THOUSANDS OF STEPS.
• Hood assembly to production line
• Trunk assembly weld-finished
• Trunk assembly prepped
• Trunk assembly inspected
• Trunk assembly to production line
• Header installed by robot

ONE DIRECTION.
• Front fenders installed by robot
• Rear fenders installed by robot
• Doors installed by robot
• Hood installed by robot
• Trunk installed by robot
• Weld splatter cleaned
• Welds hand-inspected for weld integrity
• Welds touched up by hand (if necessary)
• White body created
• White body measured for accuracy
• Doors measured for accuracy
• T-scanner checks virtual door fit
• Gap light gun measures panel flushness
• Ultrasonic weld tests
• White body white-glove-tested for imperfections
• VIN number applied
• White body e-coated (electro deposition)
• White body baked
• White body inspected
• White body seams sealed
• White body underbody coated
• White body baked again
• Exterior primer applied
• White body baked again
• White body inspected
• Imperfections removed by hand
• Base coat electrically charged
• Base coat applied
• Clear coat electrically charged
• Clear coat applied
• Painted body baked
• Painted body inspected
• Painted body inspected again
• Painted body color checked
• Defects inspected
• Wax applied to body
• Wax applied to underbody
• Paint time, white body to finished body: 10hrs

Just as an Acura is a perfectly
• Doors removed-sent to subassembly
• Door subassembly
• Instrument subassembly
• Front suspension subassembly
• Parts and components delivered from hundreds of suppliers
• Headlights, taillights, HVAC, sunroofs, clips, radios and other electronics
• Transmissions produced from raw aluminum and hundreds of parts
• Engines produced from raw steel, aluminum and hundreds of parts
• “Missions” shipped to AEP
• Mission docked to engine
• Engine shipped to auto plant
synchronized orchestration of parts,
so too is the process by which it is made.
• Engine dressing in auto plant with wiring and tubing
• Rear suspension subassembly
• Subframe subassembly
• Stabilizer bar subassembly
• Fuel pipes installed
• Brake pipes installed
• HVAC pipes installed
• Radiator pipes installed
• Wiring harness installed
• Headlights installed
• Headlights inspected
And as complex as this chart appears,
it is merely the last stage in that process.
• Taillights installed
• Taillights inspected
• Seat belts installed
• Side-curtain airbags installed
• Interior garnishes installed
• Door seals installed
• Carpet installed
• Headliner installed

Before the first roll of sheet metal
• Instrument panel installed
• Engine/front suspension assembly installed
• Rear suspension installed
• Exhaust system installed
• Underbody covers installed
• Cargo zone installed

enters the factory, our engineers are
• Vision-aided robots install glass
• Roof molding installed
• Windshield molding installed
• Doors reattached to body
• Freon added

working with our designers to ensure
• Radiator fluid added
• Power steering fluid added
• Interior inspected
• Exterior inspected
• Engine inspected
• Line end tester connected

their ideas survive. For example, the TL
• Electrical tested
• Fuel system check
• Water soak test
• Every single screw checked for proper torque
• Body sent to Vehicle Quality Department

designers felt the thin strips of metal
• Two exterior inspectors per car
• 18 points of inspection per item
• Trunk fit checked
• Door fit checked
• Hood fit checked
• Interior inspected
• Sunroof inspected
• Components inspected
• HVAC system inspected
• Electrical systems tested
• Steering wheel aligned
that extend above the taillights were
crucial components in giving the vehicle
• Headlights aligned
• Engine bay inspected
• Engine dyno tested
• Drivetrain dyno tested
• Cruise control tested
• Gauges tested
• Headlights tested again
• High beams tested
• Anti-lock braking system (ABS) tested
• Chassis pit test conducted
• TPMS tested
its aggressive looks. To make them
a reality, the engineers had to invent
• Front suspension inspected
• Rear suspension inspected
• Vehicle shower-tested for 5 minutes
• Vehicle sent to drive track
• Mogul testing
• Rough road testing
• Bar road surface testing
• Brick road surface testing
• ABS brake tracking test
• Vehicle checked for squeaks
• ABS wet track test
a new kind of conveyor belt, one that
wouldn’t deform the parts as they
• Delivered to customer prep
• Door latch function test
• Hood latch function test
• Trunk latch function test
• Door lock function test

cooled. Similar measures throughout the
• Hood closing force test
• Trunk closing force test
• Tailgate closing force test
• Final Inspection Card issued
• Final Inspection Card scanned
• Monroney Label printed

manufacturing process help ensure that
• Monroney Label attached to side window
• Acura takes possession, ships to dealers

every Acura is everything we say it is.

ACURA BRAND BROCHURE

2012 2012 2012

2012 RL 2012 TL 2012 TSX

PLEASE MAKE A SELECTION.

2011 ACURA BRAND
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System (CMBS), HandsFreeLink, Song By Voice, Super Handling All- Wheel Drive (SH-AWD), Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA), VTEC and i-VTEC are trademarks of Honda Motor Co., Ltd. Covered by patent rights issued and/or pending. Specifications, features, illustrations and equipment shown in this
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accessories, materials and models. The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc., and any use of such marks by Honda Motor Co., Ltd., is under license. ELS Surround is a registered trademark of Panasonic Corporation of North America. All rights reserved. GRAMMY is
a registered trademark of The Recording Academy and is used under license. iPod is a registered trademark of Apple Inc. The XM name, XM NavTraffic,® and XM NavWeather ™ are trademarks of Sirius XM Radio Inc. and its subsidiaries. Zagat Survey ® is a registered trademark of Zagat Survey, LLC.
Make an intelligent decision. Fasten your seat belt. 1 Government star ratings are part of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA’s) New Car Assessment Program (www.safercar.gov). Models tested with standard side-impact airbags (SABs). 2 Visit www.handsfreelink.com for
a list of compatible phones and available features. 3 Navigation system available in the 48 contiguous United States and Hawaii. MDX, TL, TSX, and ZDX coverage includes Alaska. See your local Acura dealer for current navigation system area coverage. 4 The USB Audio Interface is used for direct
connection to and control of some current digital audio players and other USB devices that contain MP3, WMA, or AAC music files. Some USB devices with security software and digital rights-protected files may not work. Please see your dealer for details on compatibility. 5 AcuraLink Real -Time
Traffic and Weather ™ require monthly premium XM NavTraffic ® and NavWeather ™ subscriptions. Navigation-equipped vehicles include 90 days of XM NavTraffic and NavWeather service. XM NavTraffic is only available in select markets.

2012 RL

RL
FOR LUXURY AT ITS MOST ADVANCED,
EVERY PART HAS A PART.


T
The moment you climb into the cabin of the RL,
you’ll gain an immediate understanding of the
kind of thinking and craftsmanship that went into
making the vehicle a supremely accommodating
sanctuary. Seats, mirrors, climate-control and audio
settings all welcome you aboard by adjusting to
yo u r p re f e re n c e s . R i ch l e a t h e r a d o r n s s e a t s ,
steering wheel and shift knob, as well as other
c o n t a c t p o i n t s . I n a d d i t i o n , t h e f ro n t s e a t s
pamper with multiple heat settings, and with
the Technology Package, three levels of cooling.

A n d w h i l e t h e ve h i c l e’s m a t e r i a l r i c h n e s s i s
indulging your sense of touch, the Bose ® Surround
Sound System is more than adept at satisfying
your audio needs. The system’s 10 acoustically
positioned speakers provide sound that resembles
a high-end home set-up. The Active Sound Control
system helps keep unwanted engine noise from
competing for your attention. The new industr y-
f irst noise-reducing wheel technology also
contributes to a quieter cabin.


I
An undeniable feeling of power
is evident the moment you take
control of the vehicle’s 300-hp,
3.7-liter engine. Employing
Acura’s signature VTEC ® system,
it utilizes two separate camshaft
profiles to satisfy the competing
needs of low-end torque and
high-end horsepower. The result
is an exhilarating rush off the
line, and power in reserve down
the road. A high-inertia intake
manifold helps keep airflow
optimized while a dual exhaust
system ensures unrestricted flow
out of the engine, also a vital
ingredient for performance.
Aluminum construction keeps
the engine lighter for improved
handling and less vibration.


A
As sumptuous as the RL cabin may be, the last thing
you want to feel is cut of f from the rest of your
wor ld. Designed with the idea that knowledge is
p owe r, t h e R L wo r k s t o ke e p yo u f u l ly i n f o r m e d
o f w h a t’s h a p p e n i n g i n s i d e t h e c a b i n , a n d o u t .
The available Acura Navigation System 1 features
available continuously updated traffic and weather
information,2 as well as Zagat ® restaurant re vie ws.
The screen also doubles as a display for the available
rear vie w camera. AcuraLink ® technology can e ven
help you get basic diagnostic information via your
Bluetooth® -connected phone.3


II
One mark of a luxur y vehicle is its ability to satisfy just about
any need. With systems like the available GPS-linked, solar-
sensing climate control, the RL can often accomplish this with
no action on your part. In those instances when you do need
to make your desires known, just a few words will suffice. Voice
recognition gives you intimate control of a number of systems,
including navigation, Bluetooth HandsFreeLink, 3 and many
®

features of the vehicle’s audio and climate control systems.


III
The Acura RL is proof that inspiration can be engineered. The vehicle’s performance technologies
have been tuned to deliver exhilarating response while also keeping you f irmly in control. Chief
among these is Super Handling All-Wheel Drive ™ (SH-AWD ®). Unlike most competitive systems,
SH-AWD can sense where extra torque is needed, then distribute power not only between the front
and back but also side to side among the rear wheels. In turns, the system can send up to 100% of
available rear power to the outside wheel, then spin that wheel slightly faster for tighter cornering.
These forces help the RL track with a precision unmatched by conventional all-wheel drive.


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W ith a goal of keeping dr i ver and passenger s
out of harm’s way, Acura engineers incorporated
safety technology into e ver y aspect of the RL.
It starts with the vehicle’s Advanced Compatibility
Engineering ™ (ACE ™) bod y structure. This exclu-
sive design uses a network of structural elements
to help reduce frontal crash energy transferred to
the passenger compartment.

The RL also features numerous systems designed
to help keep collisions from happening in the
f irst place. This includes the available Collision
Mitigation Braking System™ ( CMBS ™ ), which can
sense an imminent collision and take steps to
alert the driver to avoid it if possible, and help
minimize its impact if not.*

* Depending on the circumstances, CMBS may not go through all of the alert stages before initiating the last stage (of collision mitigation).


The 2012 Acura RL.
IT REDEEMS ANY CONCESSIONS MADE
DURING THE REST OF YOUR DAY.

OWNER BENEFITS PERFORMANCE
300-hp, 3.7-liter, 24-valve, SOHC VTEC ® V-6 engine / 6-speed automatic transmission with Sequential
When you purchase a vehicle with the exceptional quality of an Acura, you expect service SportShift paddle shifters / Super Handling All-Wheel Drive™ (SH-AWD ®) / 4-wheel independent
and support to be of the same caliber. After all, a premium automobile is only part of suspension: double wishbone front / multi-link rear / Electronic variable power-assisted rack-and-pinion
the ownership experience. With Acura, you also get a commitment. To personalized care. steering / 18-inch aluminum-alloy, noise-reducing wheels with P245/45 R18 96V high-performance
To attentive service. This commitment is apparent the moment you first enter an Acura all-season tires
dealership and for years down the road. It comes from a belief that every aspect of
owning an Acura should be an enjoyable and rewarding experience. SAFETY
Advanced Compatibility Engineering™ (ACE ™) body structure / Vehicle Stability Assist ™ (VSA®) with
traction control / 4-wheel anti-lock braking system (ABS) with Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD) and
Warranty 4 All Acura vehicles and Acura accessories installed by the dealer at the time of
vehicle purchase have a 4-year/50,000-mile limited warranty. Acura vehicles are also covered Brake Assist / Dual-stage, multiple-threshold front airbags (SRS), front side airbags and side curtain
by a 6-year/70,000-mile limited powertrain warranty. In addition, outer-body rust-through airbags / Active front head restraints
is covered on all Acura vehicles by a 5-year/unlimited-mile limited warranty.
STANDARD RL FEATURES
Acura Financial Services 5 Whether you’re buying or leasing, this program can assist you
Dual-zone, dual-mode automatic climate control system / Keyless Access System with Acura personalized
with the process.
settings / Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink ® wireless telephone interface3 / Active Sound Control / Electronic
Acura Care ® Comprehensive vehicle and travel protection beyond the initial warranty tilt and telescopic steering column / Perforated leather-trimmed interior / Driver’s and front passenger’s
period enhances peace of mind. See your Acura dealer for features and benefits available heated, power-adjustable seats / Acura/Bose ® 10-speaker Surround Sound System with XM ® Radio,7
with this program. 6-disc in-dash CD, DVD-Audio changer / USB Audio Interface with iPod ® integration 8 / Bluetooth Audio /
Power moonroof with tilt feature / Auto-on/off xenon high-intensity discharge (HID) headlights / Fog lights

TECHNOLOGY PACKAGE (Adds to or replaces standard RL features)
Acura Navigation System with Voice Recognition™ 1 and rearview camera / AcuraLink Real-Time Traffic
and Weather ™ 2 / Traffic Rerouting™ 2 / GPS-linked, solar-sensing, dual-zone, dual-mode automatic
RL climate control system / Active Front Lighting System (AFS) / Body-colored rear parking sensors /
Ventilated front seats / Simulated wood-grained steering wheel and gearshift knob trim

ADVANCE PACKAGE (Includes Technology Package)
Collision Mitigation Braking System ™ (CMBS ™) / Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) / Genuine wood trim
Total Luxury Care® ( TLC ®) 6 As an Acura owner, you’ll enjoy services like Trip-Interruption / Power-folding side mirrors
benefits, a 24-hour Roadside Assistance program and Acura Concierge, which offers help
™

in an emergency or when you’re planning a trip. SPECIFICATIONS
Estimated Fuel Mileage 9 (City/Highway/Combined): 17 | 24 | 20 / Fuel Tank Capacity: 19.4 U.S. gallons /
1-800-to-Acura Operators are available 24 hours a day to help get answers to your
Acura questions. Required Fuel: 10 Premium unleaded 91 octane / Curb Weight: 4099 lbs / Curb Weight with Technology
Package: 4112 lbs / Curb Weight with Advance Package: 4112 lbs / Headroom (Front/Rear): 38.5 in | 37.2 in /
My Acura Your complimentary MyAcura personalized website provides the most current Legroom (Front/Rear): 42.4 in | 36.3 in / Shoulder Room (Front/Rear): 58.5 in | 56.1 in / Hiproom (Front/Rear):
information about your vehicle, gives you tips on how to care for your Acura and lets you 55.1 in | 54.0 in / EPA Passenger Volume: 99.1 cu ft / EPA Cargo Volume: 13.8 cu ft / Wheelbase: 110.2 in
schedule service appointments online.
/ Length: 195.8 in / Height: 57.2 in / Width: 72.7 in
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Accessories
When it comes to personalizing, choose Acura genuine accessories that are crafted to the
same strict levels of quality as the rest of your RL. See your Acura dealer for a complete list
of accessories or go to acura.com.

acura.com
Visit us online for the latest specifications, MSRPs and special offers. You can also apply for
financing or even request a price quote from an Internet-certified Acura dealer.


RL COLORS

AlbertA WHIte PeArl PLATINUM FROST MeTALLIc Forged Silver Metallic

graphite luster Metallic Crystal BlaCk Pearl Pomegranate Pearl

BUILD AND PRICE

Click here to build your own RL.

ACURA BRAND BROCHURE

2012 2012 2012

2012 RL 2012 TL 2012 TSX

PLEASE MAKE A SELECTION.

2012 RL
©2011 Acura. Acura, RL, the stylized “A” logo, Acura Care, Acura Concierge, AcuraLink, AcuraLink Real-Time Traffic and Weather, Acura Navigation System with Voice Recognition, Advanced Compatibility Engineering (ACE), Automated Appointments, Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS), HandsFreeLink, Super Handling
All-Wheel Drive (SH-AWD), Total Luxury Care (TLC), Traffic Rerouting, Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) and VTEC are trademarks of Honda Motor Co., Ltd. Covered by patent rights issued and/or pending. Acura reserves the right to limit TLC services or reimbursements to any owner or driver when, in the judgment of Acura,
the claims become excessive in frequency or type of occurrence. Acura also reserves the right to alter or withdraw the Acura Roadside Assistance Program, or any other part of the Acura TLC Program, at any time without notice. Specifications, features, illustrations and equipment shown in this catalog are based upon the
latest available information at the time of publication. Although descriptions are believed to be correct, accuracy cannot be guaranteed. All images contained herein are either owned by American Honda Motor Co., Inc., or used under a valid license. It is a violation of federal law to reproduce these images without express
written permission from American Honda Motor Co., Inc., or the individual copyright owner of such images. American Honda Motor Co., Inc., reserves the right to make changes at any time, without notice or obligation, in colors, specifications, accessories, materials and models. The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are owned
by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc., and any use of such marks by Honda Motor Co., Ltd., is under license. Bose® is a trademark of Bose Corporation. iPod is a registered trademark of Apple Inc. The XM name, XM NavTraffic,® and XM NavWeather™ are trademarks of Sirius XM Radio Inc. and its subsidiaries. Zagat Survey® is a registered
trademark of Zagat Survey, LLC. Make an intelligent decision. Fasten your seat belt. 1 Navigation system available in the 48 contiguous United States and Hawaii. See your local Acura dealer for current navigation system area coverage. 2 AcuraLink Real-Time Traffic and Weather,™ as well as Traffic Rerouting,™ require monthly
premium XM NavTraffic® and NavWeather™ subscriptions. RL with Technology Package includes 90 days of XM NavTraffic and NavWeather service. XM NavTraffic is only available in select markets. 3 Visit www.handsfreelink.com for a list of compatible phones and available features. 4 Ordinary maintenance items or adjustments,
parts subject to normal wear and replacement, and certain other items are excluded. See your Acura dealer for the terms and conditions of limited warranties. 5 Acura Financial Services is a DBA of American Honda Finance Corporation. 6 See your local dealer for details about Total Luxury Care (TLC) Roadside Assistance and
Concierge Service. 7 XM services require a subscription after 90-day trial period. Subscriptions governed by SiriusXM Customer Agreement; see www.siriusxm.com. If you decide to continue your XM service at the end of your complimentary trial, the plan you choose will automatically be renewed and you will be billed at
then-current rates until you call XM at 1-800-967-2346 to cancel. Fees and programming subject to change. Available only to those at least 18 years of age in the 48 contiguous United States and D.C. ©2011 Sirius XM Radio Inc. Sirius, XM and all related marks and logos are trademarks of Sirius XM Radio Inc. and its subsidiaries.
8 The USB Audio Interface is used for direct connection to and control of some current digital audio players and other USB devices that contain MP3, WMA, or AAC music files. Some USB devices with security software and digital rights-protected files may not work. Please see your dealer for details on compatibility. 9 Based
on 2012 EPA mileage estimates. Use for comparison purposes only. Do not compare to models before 2008. Your actual mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle. 10 Using gasoline with an octane lower than 91 may cause damage to the engine. Please consult your dealer for details.

TL
More performance. More luxury. 2012
In short, more TL.


Intensity, refined.

3.7
3.7- liter V TEC ® engine
(TL SH-AWD)

Its newly sculpted lines
evoke a sense of anticipation.
Its more sharply honed
performance reinforces the
bond between driver and
vehicle. The 2012 Acura TL
is proof that power can
be thoroughly refined, yet
still retain every bit of its
capacity to thrill.

With its taut, finely tailored
silhouette and more
aggressive details like the
darkened headlights and
bold wheel design, every
element speaks to the power
and precision of the TL.


Among the design influences for the TL’s revised exterior was the look and feel of
a high-end watch. As with a fine timepiece, the closer you look at the TL, the more
intricately textured and detailed different elements become. From the use of
gloss-black details to the matte-black mesh that calls to mind the aggressiveness
of past TL designs, everything works together. It is this level of detail that makes
the TL more intriguing and, ultimately, that much more special to its owner.

Jon Ikeda “ The proportions of a vehicle tell you a lot
Acura Chief Designer about its nature. With its long hood and
short rear deck, there is visual movement
to the design. The TL just looks fast.”


In the TL, technology Voice recognition can also be used Despite the supreme comfort afforded by the TL cabin, this is not luxury for luxury’s
is designed to work with the available Acura/ELS Surround ® sake, but for the sake of the driver. From the design and placement of every control,
intuitively and elegantly. Premium Audio System. The available to the improved sound insulation and available GPS-linked climate control, the goal
Many of the systems Advance Package even includes was to create an environment free of distraction and discomfort, so you can
recognize your intimate Song By Voice ® technology that lets concentrate more on the task at hand.
needs and react, even you verbally call up music stored on
where there is no contact. your connected iPod ®2 or the vehicle’s
built- in hard drive. It’s all part of
This includes the available the philosophy that the most powerful
voice-activated navigation technology is the most easy to use.
system, complete with
Zagat Survey ® restaurant
reviews as well as available
XM NavTraffic ® and
1
NavWeather ™ information.

Simon Yu “ The curved metal band on the dash was modeled
Lead Interior Designer after the spray a power boat makes as it car ves
through the water. Its concave shape creates
a feeling of spaciousness for front passengers.”


Mechanical precision, infused with human warmth.

10
10-way power Inside the TL, you’ll find that refinement was anything but an afterthought. The spacious cabin invites you in with
driver’s seat expertly crafted details, rich leather and front seats that offer multiple levels of heating as well as available
ventilation. With the available Technology Package, the seats are trimmed in glove-soft full-grain Perforated
Milano Premium Leather. The TL also anticipates your needs with memor y-adjust seats, mirrors, and climate
and audio settings. It all contributes to an environment that is at the same time relaxing and invigorating.


While the TL may look like a pure design statement, it is, strictly speaking,
a purpose-built machine. As such, every element has been fashioned to be
authentic to its purpose. From the shape of the air-intake vents to the angle
of the rear spoiler, nothing is superfluous. Nothing unnecessary.


Damon Schell “ The two key words in designing the new TL
Lead Exterior Designer were sophisticated workmanship. Think of an
Italian suit maker who really gets into the
details of his work.”


Translating driver will
into reality.

4
4-wheel independent suspension

Accelerate. Shift. Turn. Brake.
How well a vehicle reacts to
driver input depends to a large
extent on what’s happening
behind the scenes. To that end,
the TL chassis incorporates
high-tensile steel to make it
both light and rigid.

This firm foundation allows
Acura engineers to tune the
fully independent suspension
system more precisely. The
suspension system also features
advanced damper valves and
high roll stiffness for a flatter
ride and more direct response
to steering input.


The choice of two potent engines The 3.7-liter engine features machined
gives you two ways to generate aluminum/silicon cylinder liners for
pulse-quickening power. increased strength and heat transfer.
Mechanical etching inside the cylinders
Both the 280-hp, 3.5-liter and the exposes the silicon crystals, helping
TL SH -AWD’s 305-hp, 3.7-liter engine reduce friction for better performance.
utilize Acura’s signature V TEC The TL SH -AWD also offers driving
technology for uninterrupted power enthusiasts an available close-ratio
throughout the rpm range. A new 6-speed manual transmission that Jon Ikeda “ When a car is built for performance, when it
6-speed automatic transmission gives lets you keep the shift points exactly Acura Chief Designer has some muscle, you want to show that off.
the TL not only quicker acceleration, where you want them. You want to wrap it in a lean body.”
but also improved fuel efficiency.3


One of the thrills of driving a high-performance sport sedan is exploring the
vehicle’s potential. The TL’s speed-sensitive steering and sport-tuned suspension
gi ve you a lot of room for fun. The TL SH - AWD extends the performance
parameters even further with the addition of Acura’s exclusive Super Handling
All - Wheel Drive ™ ( SH -AWD®). Accelerate through a cur ve and SH - AWD can
send up to 10 0% of available rear-wheel power to the outside wheel and then
turn that wheel slightly faster, dramatically improving the vehicle’s turning
force to help the TL and its driver achieve a higher level of control.

New for 2012, the blind spot information system ( included with the Advance
Package ) utilizes radar sensors to alert you to the presence of vehicles located
outside your field of vision.*

*The system is not a substitute for your own visual assessment before changing lanes; system accuracy will vary based on weather, size of object and speed.


Keeping you in touch,
in control and inspired.

7
7,0 0 0,0 0 0 points of interest

While the sport-tuned
suspension and Super
Handling All-Wheel Drive
work to keep you firmly
connected to the road,
systems like the available
Acura Navigation System
keep you connected
to the world beyond.

Its destination database
contains 7,0 0 0,0 0 0
points of interest, from
the nearest gas station to
local hotels and cultural
destinations. The system
can even dial for a
reser vation through your
compatible Bluetooth®-
4
enabled cell phone.


A sanctuary.
And at times, a fortress.

6
Advanced six-airbag system

Luxury features are by no
means the only technologies
designed to help keep life’s
harsher elements at bay.
The Advanced Compatibility
Engineering™ ( ACE ®) body
structure can help distribute
frontal crash energy more
evenly, helping reduce the
forces transferred to the
passenger cabin.

Safety systems designed to
help keep collisions from
happening in the first place
include Vehicle Stability
Assist ™ ( VSA®), which can
detect a loss of traction and
take appropriate action to
help keep you in control.*
*VSA is not a substitute for safe driving. It cannot correct the vehicle’s course in every situation or compensate for reckless driving. Control of the vehicle always remains with the driver.


Owner Benefits

When you purchase a vehicle with the 1-800-to-Acura Operators are available
exceptional quality and reliability of an 24 hours a day to help get answers to
Acura, you expect service and support your Acura questions.
to be of the same caliber. After all, a
premium automobile is only part of the My Acura Your complimentary My Acura
ownership experience. With Acura, you also personalized website provides the most
get a commitment. To personalized care. current information about your vehicle,
To attentive service. This commitment is gives you tips on how to care for your
apparent the moment you first enter an Acura and lets you schedule ser vice
Acura dealership and for years down the appointments online.
road. It comes from a belief that every
aspect of owning an Acura should be an Accessories When it comes to personal-
enjoyable and rewarding experience. izing, choose Acura Genuine Accessories
that are crafted to the same strict levels of
Warranty 5 All Acura vehicles and Acura quality as the rest of your TL. See your Acura
accessories installed by the dealer at dealer for a complete list of accessories
the time of vehicle purchase have a or go to acura.com.
4-year/50,000-mile limited warranty.
Acura vehicles are also covered by a acura.com Visit us online for the latest
6-year/70,000-mile limited powertrain specifications, MSRPs and special offers.
warranty. In addition, outer-body rust- You can also apply for financing or even
through is covered on all Acura vehicles by request a price quote from an Internet-
a 5-year/unlimited-mile limited warranty. certified Acura dealer.

Acura Financial Ser vices 6 Whether
you’re buying or leasing, we can assist you
with the process.

Acura Care ® Comprehensive vehicle
and travel protection beyond the initial
warranty period enhances peace of mind.
See your Acura dealer for features and
benefits available with this program.

Total Luxury Care® ( TLC ®) 7 As an Acura
owner, you’ll enjoy ser vices like Trip-
Interruption benefits, a 24-hour Roadside
Assistance program and Acura Concierge, ™

which offers help in an emergency or
when you’re planning a trip.

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