The 2009 Acura TL is the fourth-generation model in the Acura TL line of four-door sedans. The car features a number of upgrades from previous models, including a more-powerful V6 engine, all-wheel drive and enhanced technology features.http://www.edmunds.com/acura/tl/2009/review.html

The car, which was first announced in the summer of 2008, was available for sale later that year. Two main models were sold, a basic version with front-wheel drive starting around $35,000 and an enhanced model, the TL SH-AWD, with all-wheel drive, a larger engine and optional accessories like 19-inch rims and electronics, which ranged from $38,500 to $44,000.http://www.leftlanenews.com/acura-tl.html

Each model has options to include eight-way power seats, xenon headlights, an eight-speaker stereo system, Bluetooth connectivity, leather seats and standard safety features like anti-lock disc brakes and airbags.http://www.edmunds.com/acura/tl/2009/review.html

• The 2009 Acura TL was designed to compete directly against other luxury sedans on the market, including the BMW 5-Series, Lexus ES, Mercedes E-Class and Volvo S80. The Acura retails for less than its close competitors, however it does feature simply a V6 engine where as its opponents can feature a V8.http://www.leftlanenews.com/acura-tl.html

Motor Trend had mixed feelings about the 2009 Acura TL, liking the many features and design of the interior, but disliking the exterior elements. Melissa Spiering summed up the review by noting, "Its symptoms are obvious to most, with a hideous front grille and a ridiculous looking rear end, but what's hidden inside is amazing."http://www.motortrend.com/roadtests/oneyear/1009_2009_acura_tl_sh_awd_verdict/index.html

Edmunds.com had similar feelings on the updated model, praising the car for a "spacious cabin," a superb stereo and user-friendly high-tech features, but also noted that the styling of the exterior, especially the front end was "polarizing."http://www.edmunds.com/acura/tl/2009/review.html