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Summary
The 2001 3.2 CL is an impressive piece of work. It has more interior space than many competitors. Its solid body structure should mean years of smooth, rattle-free use, and its overall fit and finish are first rate. The equipment list includes everything but the microwave, and it has a big price advantage over key competitors. Throw in excellent performance, and Acura's prediction of a best-seller sounds a lot less like bragging. A manual transmission might increase the CL's appeal further. But most coupe buyers prefer an automatic, and those buyers should not buy a coupe before test driving the new Acura 3.2 CL.
(Source: New Cars Test Drive)
Model Line Overview
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Model Lineup:
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CL ($27,980); Type S ($30,330) |
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Engines:
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3.2-liter sohc 24v V6 |
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Transmissions:
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5-speed automatic |
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Saftey Equipment (standard):
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dual-stage front airbags, front-passenger side airbags, ABS standard; traction control, Vehicle Stability Assist skid-control standard on Type S |
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Saftey Equipment (optional):
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Basic Warranty:
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4 years/50,000 miles |
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Assembled In:
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Marysville, Ohio |
Specifications As Tested
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Model Tested (MSRP):
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CL Type S ($30,330) |
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Standard Equipment:
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(Type S) ABS, traction control, Vehicle Stability Assist skid-control electronics, power moonroof, power windows, remote keyless entry, automatic climate control with micron air filter, auto-dimming rearview mirror, adjustable steering wheel with fingertip cruise and audio controls, six-speaker AM/FM/ cassette with six-disc in-dash CD changer, heated eight-way power driver's seat with position memory, heated four-way adjustable front passenger seat, leather upholstery, speed-sensing intermittent wipers, two accessory power outlets, rear center console with locking compartment, locking trunk pass-through, Xenon HID headlights with auto-off feature, HomeLink garage-door remote |
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Options As Tested (MSRP):
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Acura Navigation System ($2,000) |
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Destination Charge:
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455 |
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Gas Guzzler Tax:
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Price As Tested (MSRP):
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32785 |
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Layout:
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front engine, front-wheel drive |
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Horsepower (hp @ rpm):
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260 @ 6100 |
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Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm):
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232 @ 3500 |
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Transmission:
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5-speed automatic |
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EPA fuel economy, city/hwy:
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18/28 |
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Wheelbase:
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106.9 |
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Length/width/height:
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192.0/70.6/55.5 |
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Track, f/r:
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61.1/60.4 |
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Turning circle:
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19.7 |
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Seating capacity:
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4 |
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Head/hip/leg room, f:
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37.5/52.9/42.4 |
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Head/hip/leg room, m:
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Head/hip/leg room, r:
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36.7/50.4/33.0 |
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Cargo volume:
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13.6 |
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Payload:
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Towing capacity:
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Suspension, f:
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Independent |
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Suspension, r:
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Independent |
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Ground clearance:
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6.2 |
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Curb weight:
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3525 |
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Tires:
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P215/50R-17 |
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Brakes, f/r:
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disc/disc with ABS |
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Fuel capacity:
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17.2 |
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