2000 Acura RL Review

TMV:
Appraise your car

Photos Videos 360° images

Fuel Economy

18 mpg

Summary

What Edmunds.com says

The wallflower in the luxury sedan class.

Pros

Quality construction, refined look and feel, value priced.

Cons

Competition offers rear-wheel drive and V8 power.

What's New for 2000

A new Vehicle Stability Assist system keeps the RL pointed straight, a new navigation system offers a larger screen and more information, and the 3.5-liter V6 now meets low-emission vehicle standards.

Consumer Ratings & Reviews

Unbelievable Car

Detailed Ratings

Overall Rating 

Performance: 7 Fun-to-Drive: 7 Build Quality: 10
Comfort: 10 Interior Design: 10 Reliability: 10
Fuel Economy: 7 Exterior Design: 10

Vehicle

2000 Acura RL 4 Dr STD Sedan

Review

I have owned over 20 cars and I can honestly say that my 2000 Acura RL has a much higher level of quality than others I have owned (Lexus, Lincoln, Ford, etc.) I bought the car from a single owner who had all maintenance records, window sticker, about a year ago with 67,000 miles. Still to this day there is not one rattle or anything on the inside. I have always heard that Honda/Acura is a step above the rest. After owning one for about a year I couldn't agree more. I have not had one issue at all. I don't know if I will ever buy anything other than a Honda/Acura.

Favorite Features

Navigation, front wheel drive, heated seats, stereo system, level of comfort

Suggested Improvements

More power.

Was this review helpful?      Yes No

Report inappropriate post

Nice ride, drive it hard, it holds up we

Detailed Ratings

Overall Rating 

Performance: 9 Fun-to-Drive: 9 Build Quality: 9
Comfort: 9 Interior Design: 9 Reliability: 7
Fuel Economy: 6 Exterior Design: 9

Vehicle

2000 Acura RL 4 Dr STD Sedan

Review

I've now got 90,000 miles, here's the problems it has had, not too much in my opinion. One electric window died, $350 repair, one front end wheel suspension damaged by a hard pot hole hit, $500 repair, normal stuff, battery, belts, brakes, fluid changes $500 / year. Everything still works good, not bad. Motor is kind of powerful, fun to drive, seems like a gas eater these days. Maybe if I didn't enjoy the big motor, and drove it easier would help.

Favorite Features

The way the cruise control functions.

Suggested Improvements

Too bad they quit making this model, it's just enough larger to be more comfortable for me.

Was this review helpful?      Yes No

Report inappropriate post

Trouble Free

Detailed Ratings

Overall Rating 

Performance: 9 Fun-to-Drive: 9 Build Quality: 10
Comfort: 10 Interior Design: 9 Reliability: 10
Fuel Economy: 7 Exterior Design: 10

Vehicle

2000 Acura RL 4 Dr STD Sedan

Review

The RL has been a dream to own and drive. With regular dealer maintenance it has performed flawlessly. If you're looking for quality and reliability don't overlook Acura.

Favorite Features

Heated seats and mirrors. Large comfortable seats.

Suggested Improvements

In-dash CD player would be nice. Automatic locking doors after 10 mph. More computer display information.

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

Was this review helpful?      Yes No

Report inappropriate post

Love the RL

Detailed Ratings

Overall Rating 

Performance: 9 Fun-to-Drive: 10 Build Quality: 10
Comfort: 10 Interior Design: 10 Reliability: 10
Fuel Economy: 8 Exterior Design: 10

Vehicle

2000 Acura RL 4 Dr STD Sedan

Review

Just purchased this car with 100,000 miles on it. Love this body style and this car was extremely hard to find. I plan on driving it for several years. For those who have an RL with less miles, let me put your mind at ease that with 100,000 miles, the car is still top of the line.

Favorite Features

Body style (just plain sexy), interior design.

Suggested Improvements

Cup holder placement.

4 out 4 people found this review helpful

Was this review helpful?      Yes No

Report inappropriate post

I Love these Acuras

Detailed Ratings

Overall Rating 

Performance: 10 Fun-to-Drive: 10 Build Quality: 10
Comfort: 10 Interior Design: 10 Reliability: 10
Fuel Economy: 8 Exterior Design: 10

Vehicle

2000 Acura RL 4 Dr STD Sedan

Review

I used to have a 1991 Legend and decided to replace it. It was a great decision. This car is well worth the money. It is the not the best on the gas but not worse than any other car in this class.

Favorite Features

Love the sound system, the quite ride and the navigation system

Suggested Improvements

I cannot think of any.

Was this review helpful?      Yes No

Report inappropriate post

Buying & Selling

Vehicle Details

Multimedia

Ratings & Reviews

Payment Calculators

Helpful Tools

Advertisement

Advertisement