Acura has released the first pictures of the TLX-L
ahead of a rumored debut at Chengdu Motor Show later this month. Previewed by a
concept earlier this year, the production model has a familiar design but
adopts a slightly less aggressive front bumper and angular fog lights. Of
course, the biggest change is the car's extended wheelbase which helps to
create a spacious rear passenger compartment.
Little is known about the model at this point but
reports suggest the vehicle will come equipped with a panoramic moonroof and
company's Precision All-Wheel Steer (PAWS) system. The latter system
independently adjusts the rear wheel toe angles for improved maneuverability.
That's not much to go on but the company has
previously said the car will maintain the "TLX’s high-quality driving
performance" while further enhancing passenger comfort. Engine options
remain unconfirmed but the Chinese-spec TLX can be equipped with a 2.4-liter
four-cylinder engine that develops 208 PS and 247 Nm of
torque.
The TLX-L will become the second Acura model to be
produced in China when it goes on sale later this year. It will compete with
other long-wheelbase vehicles such as the BMW 5-Series and Mercedes E-Class.
