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CNET have published a review of the 2012 Acura TL SH-AWD. 'The car sent to CNET, a TL SH-AWD loaded with the technology package, still suffered from a button-happy dashboard and steering wheel, but it showed an obvious attempt to make these buttons look more integrated. Also of note was the main interface controller, a combo joystick-dial that sticks out less prominently than in previous TLs and other, current Acura models, without losing any functionality. Bypassing all those buttons, a new voice command system in the 2012 TL SH-AWD lets drivers request music from a connected iPod by artist, album, or individual track. This feature, called Song By Voice, worked well in testing, easily recognizing the names of a variety of artists, even newer and obscure ones.'

Popular Mechanics have published a review of the 2012 Acura TL. 'The best-handling version of this car is the top-of-the-line $45,085 SH-AWD equipped with new 19-inch all-season Goodyear RS-A tires. Along with vastly more responsive and precise steering, the tires allow a lot more range from a car that previously felt inhibited. The SH-AWD, which can not only split power front to back and side to side but overdrives the outside rear tire to help rotate the car around corners, now gains more athleticism from these grippier sneakers. Even the limits of adhesion feel broader.'

LeftLane have published areview of the 2010 Acura TSX V6. 'For the first time since being introduced, the TSX is now available with the 3.5-liter V6 from the TL. Though not considered a breakthrough, a full leather interior goes along with the interior and exterior redesign seen when the second-generation model was introduced in 2009. Also new is a feature that makes the TSX like a rolling set of Bose noise-cancelling headphones on wheels. Acura's Active Sound Control System replaces their previous system by creating a suppression of low sound pressure and high-unwanted frequencies. The result is a neutral background noise that isn't distracting at speed.'

SearchChicago have published a review of the 2010 Acura RDX. 'For 2010 RDX buyers who don't really need the benefits of all-wheel drive can get a front-wheel-drive model, which offers an improvement of 2 mpg in the city and on the highway (19/24) and a savings of $2,000. The base 2010 RDX (2WD) is priced at $32,520. It includes goodies like 18-inch alloy wheels, a sunroof, leather upholstery, heated (and power) front seats, a rearview camera, electronic compass, automatic xenon headlamps, dual-zone automatic climate control, seven-speaker audio system with six-disc CD/MP3 changer and ambient foot-well lighting.'

The Truth About Cars have published a review of the 2010 Acura TL SH-AWD. 'Acura continues to stake out a position between mainstream brands and true luxury brands with the quality of its interior materials. It's a clear step up from, say, a Nissan Maxima, but about even with Buick and no match for Lexus or the Germans. The TL's interior styling is somewhat sporty, with a "high tech" ambiance, but even with the faux wood on the center console it feels overwhelmingly plastic and lacking in warmth. One glaring oversight: sunlight often washes out the LCD display for the HVAC and audio systems.'

The Car Connection have published their review of the 2010 Acura RL. 'The 2010 Acura RL's 3.7-liter V-6 engine, 300-horsepower output, and 271 pound-feet of torque put it right on par with the competition on paper. Peaky power delivery, with max power coming above 5,000 rpm, gives the car a high-strung feel, though off-the-line performance is still brisk. The five-speed paddle-shifted automatic is responsive, but lacks a sixth gear found in many competing cars. Overall performance is less than impressive, however, due to the car's 4,000-pound weight, computer-controlled all-wheel drive, and electronic throttle tuning. Imprecise in response to inputs and ponderous in quick driving, the RL doesn't have the zest for speed you'd expect from a luxury sport sedan. Ride quality, however, is smooth and refined, and fuel economy is on par for the class at 16 mpg city and 22 mpg highway.'

CNET have published their review of the 2010 Acura ZDX. 'Maneuvering on city streets, the steering radius proved adequate for some fairly tight U-turns. But the dimensions of the vehicle, with its wide sides and long nose, make it difficult to judge the space around it. The ZDX has a backup camera, an essential feature on this car, with two different views and static distance lines. But sideview cameras would also be useful. The suspension's Comfort mode isn't all that comfortable. It gives the suspension longer travel and a soft feeling, but doesn't let the ZDX ride over potholes unruffled. That long suspension travel also leads to up and down oscillation on the freeway. We generally preferred leaving the suspension in Sport mode.'

CNET have published their review of the 2010 Acura MDX. 'Facing us in the center of the dashboard was the usual Acura controller, a large knob that works as a joystick and dial, surrounded by buttons with an LCD above. We weren't thrilled to see the same old maps on the navigation system, strictly 2D with somewhat jaggy resolution showing on street names. Given that Acura uses an in-dash hard drive for the navigation system, we can't imagine these older generation maps take up a whole lot of space. Twisting the big knob around to delve into the navigation system's menus, we found the latest Zagat listings for restaurants and one of our favorite features, a database of scenic drives, listed by state.'

CNET have published their review of the 2010 Acura TSX V-6 sedan. 'The 2010 model only goes 18 city miles and 27 highway miles on the same amount of fuel, but in doing so it generates 79 more horsepower and 82 more pound-feet of twisting torque. Would we take a 16 percent hit to our combined fuel economy for a 40 percent increase in power? Sure! With its newfound power, the TSX accelerates away from traffic lights like nobody's business. Need to merge into freeway traffic? No problem, just give it a little gas and the sedan gains speed in a linear and drama-free manner. There's no more waiting until 7,000rpm for full power, simply press the pedal and go.'

SearchChicago have published a review of the 2010 Acura TL SH-AWD sedan. 'The 2010 Acura TL is a midsize luxury sedan that evokes many emotions, most very positive - and that's why the TL has been so successful, even following a 2009 redesign that brought lots of attention to some rather unique exterior design cues. Most notably the brash treatment of TL's nose. Looking back at famous noses, I see Jimmy Durante, Karl Malden, Geddy Lee and Ringo Starr as perfect examples of less-than-perfect proportion. All were/are well-respected entertainers whose abilities minimized a perceived exterior fault. They later made their noses into calling cards of sorts, exemplifying that beauty really is in the eye of the beholder.'