Model year guide

2003 Acura 3.2 tl

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2003 Acura 3.2 tl is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 1 on record.

2003 Acura 3.2 tl — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2003 Acura 3.2 tl at a glance

Safety recallsNone
Combined21 mpg

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2003 Acura 3.2 tl recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2003 Acura 3.2 tl.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2003 Acura 3.2 tl MPG & running costs

Combined21 mpg
City17 mpg
Highway27 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,900
EPA size classMidsize Cars
TransmissionAutomatic (S5)
Passenger volume96 cu ft
Cargo volume14 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$7,500 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2003 Acura 3.2 tl costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$19,500
Fuel only$19,500
Per mile$0.26

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

Dimensions & weight

Length
192.5 in
Width
70.9 in
Height
56.3 in
Wheelbase
108.3 in
Curb weight
3,492–3,558 lb
Front track
61.4 in
Rear track
60.6 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2003 Acura 3.2 tl — ranges cover the 2 body / drivetrain versions on record. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

2003 Acura 3.2 tl trims & engines on record

Trims
Type-S
Engines
3.2L 6-cyl 260 hp

2003 Acura 3.2 tl vehicles on record

2003 Acura 3.2 tl 2003 Acura 3.2 tl Type-S19UUA56833A017979

Other Acura 3.2 tl model years

2005

2003 Acura 3.2 tl — frequently asked questions

Does the 2003 Acura 3.2 tl have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 2003 Acura 3.2 tl. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What gas mileage does the 2003 Acura 3.2 tl get?

The 2003 Acura 3.2 tl has a U.S. EPA estimate of 21 mpg combined (17 city / 27 highway).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.