Trim Report

Acura TL Type-S2005

Includes:TL|Type-S
$1,499
Starting From
20
Active Listings
—
Avg Mileage

Sourced from 20 dealer listings in the latest market snapshot as of

Min $1,499
Max $16,490
From $1,499
Fresh

Type-S Market Overview

All Trims Combined
From$1,600
$2K–$12K
20 listings162,500 avg miles
SH-AWD
From$3,495
66 listings|$3K–$36K
Special Edition
From$6,800
4 listings|$7K–$10K
Type-S
From$1,499
20 listings|$1K–$16K

2005 Acura TL Type-S Pricing

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Where to Find Acura TL Type-S

Location data for all 2005 Acura TL trims combined

32States

The biggest cluster of inventory is in California (10%), but the remaining listings are spread across 31 other states nationwide.

Acura TL Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2005 Acura TL trims

Elevated

With 3 recalls and 387 complaints, the 2005 Acura TL rates as elevated on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

3
Recalls
387
Complaints
7
Crashes
3
Fires
Recall Findings
08V0910002008-27-02
STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS

HONDA IS RECALLING 273,000 MY 2004-2008 ACURA TL VEHICLES. PROLONGED HIGH UNDER-HOOD TEMPERATURES MAY CAUSE THE POWER STEERING HOSE TO DETERIORATE PREMATURELY CAUSING THE HOSE TO CRACK AND LEAK POWER STEERING FLUID.

POWER STEERING FLUID LEAKING ONTO A HOT CATALYTIC CONVERTER WILL GENERATE SMOKE AND POSSIBLY LEAD TO AN UNDER-HOOD FIRE.

View at NHTSA
11E0220002011-22-06
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT

AFFINIA IS RECALLING CERTAIN AFTERMARKET FRONT SUSPENSION LOWER BALL JOINTS, NAPA PART NO. 2601662, THAT MAY HAVE BEEN MISTAKENLY INSTALLED IN CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2004 - 2008 ACURA TL VEHICLES DUE TO A MISTAKE IN A NAPA AND NAPA DEALERS' PARTS APPLICATION CATALOGUE.

MISAPPLICATION OF THIS PART COULD LEAD TO SEPARATION OF THE BALL JOINT FROM THE LOWER CONTROL ARM AND COLLAPSE OF THE FRONT SUSPENSION, WHICH COULD POTENTIALLY CAUSE A VEHICLE CRASH.

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08V0920002008-27-02
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR

HONDA IS RECALLING 129,600 MY 2004-2005 ACURA TL VEHICLES. IF WATER ENTERS THE WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR BREATHER PORT, WHICH IS DESIGNED TO ALLOW THE MOTOR TO VENT WARM AIR DURING NORMAL OPERATION, IT CAN RESULT IN CORROSION INSIDE THE MOTOR HOUSING. THIS COULD CAUSE A FAILURE OF THE ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT BREAKER INSIDE THE MOTOR HOUSING.

IF THE CIRCUIT BREAKER FAILS, IT WILL CAUSE THE WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR TO BECOME INOPERATIVE, WHICH CAN INCREASE THE LIKELIHOOD OF A CRASH IN CERTAIN CONDITIONS.

View at NHTSA

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2005 Acura TL's biggest weak point? STRUCTURE. It leads 387 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Structure89
02Air Bags,structure56
03Air Bags46
04Power Train29
05Unknown Or Other27
387 total across 1 model years (2005–2005)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Acura TL Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2005 Acura TL trims

21mpg combined
·
18city
·
26hwy
·
$3,900/yr

The 2005 Acura TL delivers 21 MPG combined, consistent across 2 configurations. Straightforward efficiency.

By Trim
TL - Automatic (S5)
21mpg
3.2L 6-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
18 city26 hwy~$3,900/yr-1/10 Poor
TL - Manual 6-spd
21mpg
3.2L 6-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
18 city26 hwy~$3,900/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Is the Type-S Worth It?

Common questions about the 2005 Acura TL Type-S

How does the Type-S compare to other Acura TL trims?

The Type-S occupies a distinct position in the Acura TL range. See how it stacks up on the 2005 overview page.

What should I know about maintaining the 2005 Acura TL Type-S?

Maintenance costs for the Type-S align with the broader Acura TL ownership experience, though trim-specific equipment can add to routine costs. The 2005 model year has 3 recalls on record. The most-reported issue area is structure. Check the 2005 Acura TL page for the full breakdown.

What are the best years for the Acura TL Type-S?

For the Type-S, look at the price-to-mileage ratio across model years. Later model years before a redesign tend to be the most refined version of the platform. See the Acura TL buyer's guide.

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