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Acura EL Specs, Engines & Dimensions (1997–2000) — First Generation

The first-generation Acura EL is a compact Sedan for everyday commuting. This page covers that generation and its Sedan bodies, so you can see how the gasoline 1.6 versions were meant to be driven day to day.

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Acura EL Engines and Transmissions

The Acura EL engine in this generation is a 1.6 gasoline unit with a front-wheel-drive drivetrain. You pick the powertrain by transmission: a 1.6 MT Sedan with a manual gearbox, or a 1.6 AT Sedan with an automatic for easier commuting. Those are selected examples, not the full lineup.

Sedan — Acura EL Engines and Transmissions

Sedan Acura EL Engines and Transmissions
ModificationEngine typeEngine capacityMaximum powerMaximum power, kwMaximum torque N⋅mTransmissionType of drive
1.6 MTGasoline1590 cm³127 hp93 kW145 N⋅mManualFWD
1.6 ATGasoline1590 cm³127 hp93 kW145 N⋅mAutomaticFWD

Acura EL Dimensions

Sedan — Acura EL Dimensions

Sedan Acura EL Dimensions
ModificationLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseCurb weightMax weightGround clearance, minimum
1.6 MT4480 mm1705 mm1395 mm2620 mm1145 kg1650 kg150 mm
1.6 AT4480 mm1705 mm1395 mm2620 mm1145 kg1650 kg150 mm

Acura EL Cargo Space

Sedan — Acura EL Cargo Space

Sedan Acura EL Cargo Space
ModificationTrunk volume min
1.6 MT375 l
1.6 AT375 l