2003 Acura RL Review

Great Downsizing

Written by: GregD on 08/09/2008

Vehicle

2003 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)

Review

I have just recently downsized from much larger and more expensive vehicles. I have taken a huge hit in my business which forced me to look for something nice, but less pricey to own and operate. I almost bought a 2003 Lexus LS430 but I'm glad I didn't. I bought this Acura with 90k miles and to my amazement it runs like a brand new car. There isn't a thing wrong with it and it rides and handles perfect. The great thing is that most people who have these cars are 1 owner, well taken care of cars and if you find one with high miles that is in great shape you can buy it so cheap and you have such a great car for the money. I paid 1/2 of the price of the Lexus.

Favorite Features

I like the leg room in the driver seat as I am 6'3 and 275lbs. I also like the Bose surround sound and overall quiet ride. It also comes with Onstar which I loved in my Escalade.

Suggested Improvements

Automatic door lock, in-dash CD, better steering wheel controls, bi-Xenon headlamps (headlights are Xenon but not high beams), add about 30-50 hp, RWD or AWD.

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awsome

Written by: salvador padilla on 03/10/2006

Vehicle

2003 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)

Review

i love my acura and hope fully this year or next i will trade it for a brand spanking new one,from now on only this type of vehicles i will buy,no matter what i have to do to get it.

Favorite Features

everrything there is not anything i dis like about it,

Suggested Improvements

nothing is wrong i love this car

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2003 Acura by RCF

Written by: Robert Flick on 03/19/2004

Vehicle

2003 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)

Review

Our 2003 Acura is the best vehicle we have owned and our previous experience has been with Volvos (850's), Camry's, Buick and Honda. So far, and we have had the car since May 03, we have changed the oil once. The OnStar navagation system is fantastic and it has saved us from getting lost any number of times, not to mention the security of knowing help is available immediately. Strongly recommend the 03 Acura, you won't be disappointed.

Favorite Features

Power, handling, climate control system, excellent sound system and the OnStar Navagation System, not to mention the great looks...I dig the dual exhausts!

Suggested Improvements

Go for full leather seats, a car that expensive should have 100% leather.

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Acura Rating 2003

Written by: Scott Shannon on 12/27/2003

Vehicle

2003 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)

Review

I looked at Mercedes E Class, Lexus, Infinti and found this car which was the best in power and handling. It has been the best value car for the money I paid. You need to drive it to see for yourself.

Favorite Features

Interior space, layout but the tuning for the radio is a stretch.

Suggested Improvements

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Another good one

Written by: wgreen on 11/29/2003

Vehicle

2003 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan w/Navigation (3.5L 6cyl 4A)

Review

This is our 4th Acura. Reliability has always been our experience. Keep up with recommended maintainence and experience few if any problems. Price of '04 RL was terrific, comes standard with Navigation system and satillite radio-we would not have purchased them seperately. There is not $15-20K difference in the Lexis, BMW and Mercedes models.

Favorite Features

Navigation System, Satillite Radio, and heated seats. We travel in areas where even local AM /FM radio does not come in clearly, SR does the trick.

Suggested Improvements

Could hhave some traditional luxury extra's that are not included but I'm happy with what they have.

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