The Acura CL--a mid-size coupe from Honda's luxury division, Acura--was introduced in 1996 for the 1997 model year. Destined to be produced until 2003, the debut version of the CL was built on the Honda Accord coupe platform and had two trims--both named after their engines.
Engine, Transmission and Fuel Economy
The 2.2CL trim of the 1997 Acura coupe had a 2.2-liter, 145-horsepower inline four-cylinder engine. The 3.0CL version had a 3-liter, 200-horsepower V-6 engine. Standard transmissions were a five-speed manual overdrive for the 2.2CL and four-speed automatic overdrive for the 3.0CL. Some 2.2CLs, however, came with automatic transmissions instead of the manual gearbox. This trim got a fuel economy of 23/29 mpg with an automatic transmission and 25/31 mpg with a manual. The 3.0CL earned a fuel economy rating of 20/28 mpg.
Safety Features
The 1997 Acura CL had power door locks, ABS brakes, and driver and passenger airbags as its standard safety features. Not made available, however, were other components such as traction control, vehicle anti-theft system, and keyless entry.
Interior Features
Besides the safety features, the interior of the 1997 Acura CL also had power windows, A/C system, cruise control, tilt steering, and stereo system with AM/FM/CD player. Designed to seat up to five people, the 1997 CL also had a driver multi-adjustable power seat.
Exterior Features
A two-door coupe, the 1997 Acura CL had 16-inch alloy wheels. The vehicle is virtually skeletal beyond the usual exterior features such as lights, windshield wipers, rear window defogger, and side mirrors.
Price
The original manufacturer's suggested retail price for the 1997 Acura 2.2CL was $22,110, while that of the 3.0CL was $25,110. As of 2010, the automotive valuation publication, Kelley Blue Book, places the price value range of the 2.2CL between $4,200 and $4,700 and the 3.0CL between $4,800 and $5,200.
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