1998 Acura CL 2.3CL Premium MT
The 1998 Acura CL 2.3CL Premium MT is a 150-hp 2.3-liter inline-4 with a 5-speed manual and front-wheel drive. It starts at $23,360 MSRP and is rated at 24 mpg combined.
It makes 150 horsepower at 5,700 rpm and 152 lb-ft of torque at 4800 rpm, spinning to a 6,300 rpm redline. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 21 mpg city and 29 mpg highway (24 mpg combined).
The CL measures 190.0 inches long on a 106.9-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,062 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Price | |
| MSRP | $23,360 ($46,577 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 2.3-liter, 16-valve SOHC w/VTEC inline 4-cylinder |
| Displacement | 2.3 L |
| Horsepower | 150 hp @ 5,700 rpm |
| Torque | 152 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm |
| Redline | 6,300 rpm |
| Valvetrain | SOHC 16-valve w/Variable Valve Timing and Lift Electronic Control (VTEC) |
| Bore and Stroke | 86.0 x 97.0 |
| Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 |
| Injection Type | Multi-point Programmed Fuel Injection (PGM-FI) |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | FWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| 1st Gear | 3.285 (35 mph **) |
| 2nd Gear | 1.807 (64 mph **) |
| 3rd Gear | 1.193 (96 mph **) |
| 4th Gear | 0.903 (127 mph **) |
| 5th Gear | 0.685 (168 mph **) |
| Reverse | 3 |
| Final Drive | 4.062 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 21 MPG |
| Highway | 29 MPG |
| Combined | 24 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 | 16 mm (solid) |
| Turning Diameter | 39.04 ft |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | Ventilated, 10.2 in (260 mm) dia., 0.9 in (23 mm) thick |
| Rear Brake Disc | Solid, 10.2 in (260 mm) dia., 0.4 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 | 12 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 3,062 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