2014 Acura TL Speaker Sizes
The 2014 Acura TL factory audio system features specific mounting locations across the interior cabin. The a-pillar accommodates 1.5 inch speakers, while the dashboard and rear door panel accommodate 3.5 inch speakers. Furthermore, the front door panel accepts a 6.5 inch speaker size, and the rear deck lid supports 6x9 inch units alongside an 8 inch unit. Compatible speaker types for replacement and upgrade projects consist of tweeters, full-range units, midrange drivers, midbass drivers, and woofers.
Specific details regarding locations, speaker sizes, and types are outlined in the compatibility chart.
| Location | Size | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| A-Pillar | 1.5 | Tweeter |
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| Dashboard | 3.5 | Full-Range |
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| Front Door Panel | 6.5 | Midbass / Full-Range |
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| Rear Deck Lid | 8 | Woofer |
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| Rear Deck Lid | 6x9 | Full-Range |
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| Rear Door Panel | 3.5 | Midrange |
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2014 Acura TL Speaker Replacement Summary
6
total positions
4
easy to replace
1
high priority
1
professional only
Replacement difficulty:
Low: 4 Medium: 1 High: 1Replacement priority:
High: 1 Medium: 4 Low: 12014 Acura TL Radio Slot Size (DIN)
| DIN Type | Size (inch) | Size (mm) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single DIN or Double DIN | 7"×2" or 7"×4" | 180×50 or 180×100 | Vehicle supports both radio sizes |
- Always measure the slot before purchasing a new radio
- Check slot depth - it may vary
Additional Notes
- The 2014 Acura TL contains multiple speaker locations with varying sizes, suggesting a factory audio system designed with component separation for different frequency ranges.
- The A-pillar tweeters at 1.5 inches handle high-frequency reproduction and may be among the first candidates for replacement when seeking improved clarity in vocal and instrumental detail.
- Dashboard speakers at 3.5 inches operate as full-range drivers, likely providing midrange fill for front passengers despite their smaller size constraints.
- Rear door panel speakers also measure 3.5 inches but are designated specifically as midrange drivers rather than full-range, indicating focused frequency responsibility within the system architecture.
- Front door panels accommodate 6.5-inch speakers that can function either as midbass drivers or full-range units, offering flexibility in component system upgrades or coaxial speaker installations.
- The rear deck lid features dual speaker options with both 6x9-inch full-range and 8-inch woofer locations, potentially allowing for enhanced low-frequency output compared to the door-mounted drivers.
- Replacing the front door 6.5-inch speakers with higher-quality midbass drivers could provide noticeable improvements in mid-bass punch and overall tonal balance.
- The presence of dedicated tweeters in the A-pillars suggests that aftermarket component speaker systems with separate crossovers might integrate well into the existing architecture.
- The 8-inch woofer location in the rear deck indicates that bass response enhancement may be achievable without subwoofer installation, though depth and mounting requirements would need verification.
- Radio compatibility with both single DIN and double DIN head units provides options for aftermarket receiver upgrades that could drive replacement speakers more effectively.