1997 Acura CL 3.0CL Auto
The 1997 Acura CL 3.0CL Auto is a 200-hp 3.0-liter with a 4-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. It starts at $25,110 MSRP and is rated at 20 mpg combined.
It makes 200 horsepower at 5,500 rpm and 195 lb-ft of torque at 4700 rpm, spinning to a 6,300 rpm redline. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 18 mpg city and 26 mpg highway (20 mpg combined).
The CL measures 190.0 inches long on a 106.9-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,219 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Price | |
| MSRP | $25,110 ($50,846 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 3.0-liter, 24-valve SOHC w/VTEC V-6 |
| Displacement | 3 L |
| Horsepower | 200 hp @ 5,500 rpm |
| Torque | 195 lb-ft @ 4700 rpm |
| Redline | 6,300 rpm |
| Valvetrain | SOHC 24-valve w/Variable Valve Timing and Lift Electronic Control (VTEC) |
| Bore and Stroke | 86.0 x 86.0 |
| Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 |
| Injection Type | Multi-point Programmed Fuel Injection (PGM-FI) |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | FWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic with Grade Logic Control |
| 1st Gear | 2.543 (44 mph **) |
| 2nd Gear | 1.502 (74 mph **) |
| 3rd Gear | 0.947 (117 mph **) |
| 4th Gear | 0.632 (176 mph **) |
| Reverse | 1.846 |
| Final Drive | 4.2 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 18 MPG |
| Highway | 26 MPG |
| Combined | 20 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Unleaded regular |
| Tank Capacity | 17.2 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Independent double-wishbone |
| Rear Suspension | Independent double-wishbone |
| Front Stabilizer Bar | 25 mm (solid) |
| Rear Stabilizer Bar | 16 mm (solid) |
| Turning Diameter | 39.04 ft |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | Ventilated, 11.1 in (282 mm) dia., 0.98 in (25 mm) thick |
| Rear Brake Disc | Solid, 10.24 in (260 mm) dia., 0.39 in (10 mm) thick |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 16x6JJ, 5-spoke alloy |
| Wheels Rear | 16x6JJ, 5-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 | 3,219 lbs |
| Weight Distribution (F/R) | 64% / 36% |
| 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