Trim Report

Acura TL Type-S2012

Includes:TL|Type-S
$1,499
Starting From
20
Active Listings
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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$4,250
$4K–$36K
75 listings137,667 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

2012 Acura TL Type-S Pricing

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Where to Find Acura TL Type-S

Location data for all 2012 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 2012 Acura TL trims

High Concern

With 0 recalls and 130 complaints, the 2012 Acura TL rates as high on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

0
Recalls
130
Complaints
3
Crashes
0
Fires

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2012 Acura TL's biggest weak point? AIR BAGS. It leads 130 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Air Bags36
02Steering19
03Power Train19
04Engine14
05Electrical System5
130 total across 1 model years (2012–2012)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Acura TL Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2012 Acura TL trims

20–23mpg combined
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18-20city
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24-29hwy
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$3,550-$4,100/yr

Fuel economy for the 2012 Acura TL ranges from 20 to 23 MPG combined across 3 setups. The table below breaks it down by trim so you know exactly what you're signing up for.

By Trim
TL 2WD - Automatic (S6)
23mpg
3.5L 6-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
20 city29 hwy~$3,550/yr-1/10 Poor
TL 4WD - Automatic (S6)
21mpg
3.7L 6-cyl · All-Wheel Drive
18 city26 hwy~$3,900/yr-1/10 Poor
TL 4WD - Manual 6-spd
20mpg
3.7L 6-cyl · All-Wheel Drive
18 city24 hwy~$4,100/yr-1/10 Poor

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

Type-S Trim Buyer Questions

What to know about the 2012 Acura TL Type-S

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

Every Acura TL trim targets a different buyer. The 2012 model page compares all available trims side by side.

What should I know about maintaining the 2012 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 most-reported issue area is air bags. Check the 2012 Acura TL page for the full breakdown.

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

Check the price-to-mileage ratio for each Acura TL Type-S year. The last year before a generation change is usually the most refined; the first year after is when resale drops fastest. The Acura TL overview compares all years side by side.

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