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What replaced the Acura Vigor?

The Acura Vigor was replaced by the Acura TL, which debuted for the 1995 model year as Acura's new sport-luxury sedan.


To understand the change, it's helpful to look at the Vigor's brief run in North America (1991–1994) and how Acura restructured its lineup in the mid-1990s to emphasize a unified TL-series sport sedan family.


Background: The Vigor's brief run


The Vigor was introduced in 1991 as a higher-end alternative within Acura's lineup, offering distinctive styling and premium amenities. It occupied a similar market segment to the Legend but was produced for a short window before being discontinued after the 1994 model year.


The transition to the TL


With the Vigor discontinued, Acura introduced the TL for the 1995 model year as its new front-drive sport-luxury sedan, intended to fill the gap left by the Vigor and to provide a more cohesive naming strategy for the lineup.


Design and positioning


Early TLs emphasized a refined, driver-focused experience with a premium interior and balanced handling, aiming to attract buyers seeking upscale appeal without stepping into the higher-priced Legend/RL space.


Legacy and impact


The TL would become a staple of Acura's lineup for decades, evolving through multiple generations and helping to define the brand's vision for a modern, accessible luxury sedan. The Vigor remains a footnote in Acura's history as a transitional model that bridged the Legend era and the TL era.


Summary


In short: The Acura Vigor was replaced by the Acura TL for the 1995 model year, marking a shift toward a unified TL family that would shape Acura's sport-luxury sedan strategy for years to come.

What happened to the Acura Vigor?


Poor sales and no improvement in market response led Honda to drop the model, and production ended on May 13, 1994. The Vigor was replaced by the 1996 Acura TL/Honda Saber.



What years are the Acura Vigor?


The Acura Vigor was introduced for the 1992 model year. The Vigor was a rebadged Honda Vigor created for the North American market. The Vigor was a mid size sedan powered by a 2.0L or 2.5L inline five engine, and was produced until 1994.



Is Acura just a rebadged Honda?


They are both owned by the same company, however, Honda specializes in delivering a range of mainstream automobiles for customers, while Acura is focused on the production of luxury performance models for SUVs and sedans.


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