By harvey on 06/03/06 09:11 AM (PDT)
Vehicle
2005 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
Review
I previosly owned an Infiniti and while I enjoyed that car for the price you just can't beat the RL. Very good ride quality and everything is standard including On Star and GPS. By comparison I would have had to spend $8,000 more for an M35 with the same equipment and not get On Star which is something I wanted ever since my wife has had it in her Mercedes. Everyone who has driven with me comments on the beautifull interior. I just wish the back seat had a little more room. No problems at all. When you compare features to features with other cars, it's a no brainer. hb
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By bbyrone on 05/20/06 03:19 AM (PDT)
Vehicle
2005 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
Review
Probably the best riding car I've ever owned.
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By RL in Chicago on 05/16/06 12:32 PM (PDT)
Vehicle
2005 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
Review
Coming from a 1997 Mercedes E420, the Acura RL is a "downgrade" from a V8, but it's an upgrade in every other way. I was sick of the repair bills on the Benz ($500 to fix a outside mirror motor!), and so far, the RL has been without fault. I miss the torque of a V8, but I appreciate the improved fuel-economy, and for 90% of driving, the RL has plenty of power. However, if they had offered a larger version of this car with a V8, I would have bought that. One of the biggest reasons I bought this car is price. I paid $44,100 for it, before taxes, which is a bargin for all the content the RL includes as standard. With the same features, BMW, Mercedes, and even Lexus are much more $$$.
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By Bert on 05/11/06 18:59 PM (PDT)
Vehicle
2005 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
Review
I bought a certified preowned low mileage RL. The car was everything I thought and hoped it would be. I looked at Mercedes, BMW, Lexus and found this to be hands down the best value for the money. If you are considering this car, buy it, you won't be disappointed.
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By tmedman on 05/03/06 19:45 PM (PDT)
Vehicle
2005 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
Review
I bought this car a little over a year ago and within a month I started experiencing total electrical failure. This has happened about six times over the last 14 months. I brought it to two dealers and nothing seems to fix it permanently. Acura roadside assistance is a joke unless you liking waiting 3 to 4 hours for help. The car looks great and when it is working (which is rare), it performs well. Gas mileage is dismal.
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By Mary Ellen Gase on 05/03/06 17:28 PM (PDT)
Vehicle
2005 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
Review
The RL is a wonderful car to drive as it's very smooth riding and is extremely comfortable. It also has a beautiful design. It's a very quiet riding car. The AWD, navigation center, XM radio,and moonroof are all positive features of the RL. I bought it also for the many safety features. Love it!
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By Brad on 04/14/06 12:34 PM (PDT)
Vehicle
2005 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
Review
This is a phenominal car with all the extras you could ever want and the real time traffic is a must have in any big city in which you drive. The easiest nav system to use on the market.
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By KWOH on 04/06/06 09:08 AM (PDT)
Vehicle
2005 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
Review
I have had my RL for about 9 months now. This is an amazing vehicle. It could use a little more low end torque, but I knew this when I bought the car (V6 can't give V8 torque). The ride is smooth and quick, but still with some "feel". The interior is incredible: comfortable seats, well laid out controls. Best of all everything!!! is adjustable, and retained in memory, for each driver: from seat and mirror positions, to when the auto headlights turn on, to auto door locks, to radio presets. Voice recognition is very good. Looks a little too much like the Accord but this is minor when all the rest is considered. This is the most tech. advanced car on the market.
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By John Ryan on 04/03/06 07:11 AM (PDT)
Vehicle
2005 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
Review
Just purchased the 2005 RL. What a great car. Had a Lexus GS, looked at the Audi A6, and new Lexus GS. Really no comparison. Liked the no options idea. The others had too many option packages. The car rides great, has great interior and is quick for a V6. This car by far had the best value for what you get. Would recommend it over the others no problem. If you're thinking of buying one, do it!
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By Woods46 on 03/11/06 16:17 PM (PST)
Vehicle
2005 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
Review
Just finished a 4000+ mile trip in this vehicle - performed great! Mostly interstate driving, but some dirt road travel for hiking, and through Vail pass during a major snow storm. Handling was great, no performance problems. The X-M radio and Nav package were really nice to have on a trip like this, although the Nav package got confused a couple of times with new construction - but I guess that is what updates are for.
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