1997 Acura CL 2.2CL Premium Auto
The 1997 Acura CL 2.2CL Premium Auto is a 145-hp 2.2-liter inline-4 with a 4-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. It starts at $23,960 MSRP and is rated at 22 mpg combined.
It makes 145 horsepower at 5,500 rpm and 147 lb-ft of torque at 4500 rpm, spinning to a 6,300 rpm redline. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 20 mpg city and 26 mpg highway (22 mpg combined).
The CL measures 190.0 inches long on a 106.9-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,064 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Price | |
| MSRP | $23,960 ($48,517 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 2.2-liter, 16-valve SOHC w/VTEC inline 4-cylinder |
| Displacement | 2.2 L |
| Horsepower | 145 hp @ 5,500 rpm |
| Torque | 147 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm |
| Redline | 6,300 rpm |
| Valvetrain | SOHC 16-valve w/Variable Valve Timing and Lift Electronic Control (VTEC) |
| Bore and Stroke | 85.0 x 95.0 |
| Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 |
| Injection Type | Multi-point Programmed Fuel Injection (PGM-FI) |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | FWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic with Grade Logic Control |
| 1st Gear | 2.736 (40 mph **) |
| 2nd Gear | 1.483 (73 mph **) |
| 3rd Gear | 1.026 (106 mph **) |
| 4th Gear | 0.674 (161 mph **) |
| Reverse | 2.047 |
| Final Drive | 4.285 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 20 MPG |
| Highway | 26 MPG |
| Combined | 22 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Unleaded regular |
| Tank Capacity | 17.2 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Independent double-wishbone |
| Rear Suspension | Independent double-wishbone |
| Front Stabilizer Bar | 27.2 mm (hollow) |
| Rear Stabilizer Bar | 15.0 mm (solid) |
| Turning Diameter | 39.04 ft |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | Ventilated, 10.24 in (260 mm) dia., 0.91 in (23 mm) thick |
| Rear Brake Disc | Solid, 10.24 in (260 mm) dia., 0.39 in (10 mm) thick |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 16x6JJ, 6-spoke alloy |
| Wheels Rear | 16x6JJ, 6-spoke alloy |
| Tires Front | P205/55R16 |
| Tires Rear | P205/55R16 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 190 in |
| Width | 70.1 in |
| Height | 54.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 106.9 in |
| Front Track | 59.6 in |
| Rear Track | 59.1 in |
| Ground Clearance | 4.33 in |
| Cargo Volume | 11.98 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 3,064 lbs |
| Weight Distribution (F/R) | 63% / 37% |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 37.4 in |
| Headroom Rear | 35.9 in |
| Legroom Front | 42.9 in |
| Legroom Rear | 31 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 54.4 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 53.1 in |
| Hip Room Front | 51.6 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 47.6 in |
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars
** Theoretical max speed per gear at redline