2014 Acura TL: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The main change for the 2014 Acura TL is an equipment reshuffle: Premium Audio moved from standard to optional on the base TL and SH-AWD. Otherwise, this final-year TL carries over without mechanical, safety, structural, or design updates.
About the 2014 Acura TL
4th generation (2009-2014), final year; 2012 refresh still in place.
Acura positions the TL as a performance-luxury sedan that mixes strong V6 power, a roomy and quiet cabin, and generous standard comfort features. Its identity is less about flash and more about delivering leather-trimmed comfort, solid build quality, and easy everyday drivability, with the SH-AWD version adding a more athletic edge. Against rivals, the TL stands out for its standard V6 power and high equipment level even before the navigation and luxury packages start.
The 2014 TL remains a comfortable, well-equipped V6 luxury sedan. The base model centers on a 280-hp V6, leather-trimmed heated seats, and a moonroof, while the Special Edition adds a spoiler, keyless entry, and a sportier look. SH-AWD is the performance-focused version, with a 305-hp V6, torque-vectoring all-wheel drive, and heated sport seats.
What changed, by category
2014 Acura TL specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | V6, VTEC, 3.5 Liter | V6, VTEC, 3.7 Liter | V6, VTEC, 3.5 Liter |
| Transmission | Auto, 6-Spd SportShift | Auto, 6-Spd SportShift | Auto, 6-Spd SportShift |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | FWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 20 mpg | 18 mpg | 20 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 29 mpg | 26 mpg | 29 mpg |
| Horsepower | 280 hp | 305 hp | 280 hp |
| Torque | 254 lb-ft | 273 lb-ft | 254 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 13.1 cu-ft | 12.5 cu-ft | 13.1 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 36.2 in | 36.2 in | 36.2 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Alarm System | |||
| Blindspot Sensors | |||
| Hill Start Assist | |||
| Rear View Camera | |||
| Alloy Wheels | |||
| Fog Lights | |||
| Power Moonroof | |||
| Rear Spoiler | |||
| Bluetooth | |||
| Built-In Hard Drive | |||
| Front DVD Entertainment System | |||
| Navigation System | |||
| Premium Audio | |||
| Satellite Radio | |||
| USB Ports | |||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | |||
| Heated Front Seats | |||
| Leather Seats | |||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | |||
| Push-Button Engine Start | |||
| Remote Start | |||
| Ventilated Front Seats | |||
Frequently asked questions
What changed on the 2014 Acura TL compared with the 2013 model?
The 2014 Acura TL received a small equipment reshuffle. Premium Audio became optional on the base TL and SH-AWD, while alloy wheels became optional on the Special Edition; the engines, body design, safety hardware, and structure carried over.
Did the 2014 Acura TL get a redesign?
No, the 2014 Acura TL was not redesigned. It retained the fourth-generation body and the styling update introduced for 2012.
Did the 2014 Acura TL engines change?
No, the 2014 Acura TL engines carried over. Front-wheel-drive models use a 280-hp 3.5-liter V6, while the SH-AWD model has a 305-hp 3.7-liter V6.
Which 2014 Acura TL has all-wheel drive?
The 2014 TL SH-AWD has all-wheel drive. It also pairs its torque-vectoring system with the stronger 305-hp 3.7-liter V6.
Was 2014 the final year for the Acura TL?
Yes, 2014 was the Acura TL's final model year. Acura replaced it with the new TLX for 2015.
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