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Used 1997 Acura RL Sedan Consumer Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars
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4.75 out of 5 stars

Amazing

aly, 04/15/2008
1997 Acura RL 3.5 Premium 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I love this car, great pickup, awesome handling, smooth quiet ride. Easily the best car I have ever owned.

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5 out of 5 stars

Traditional comfort & style

Lawrence Dick, 09/05/2017
updated 09/17/2018
1997 Acura RL 3.5 Premium 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

After 10 years of ownership, we can report that this car has exceeded our expectations. Superb comfort, magnificent style in the classic Mercedes Benz luxury sedan lines, this car is a treat to drive. Smooth and precise in its controls, xlnt cabin comfort with automatic climate control, good power and fuel economy, it has required little more than regular maintenance, brake pads and shock absorbers. It is one of the nicest riding cars we've ever enjoyed.

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4.38 out of 5 stars

Great Value Luxury Car

ssiew, 12/06/2002
1997 Acura RL 3.5 Premium 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

This is a great value for a luxury car. Smooth ride and reasonably powerful V6 engine are quiet and efficient. It is a subtle car that does everything right. It is very reliable and feels very secure. Suspension is a bit soft in 1997 model but made stiffer in subsequent years. Depreciation makes it a great used car buy.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

More than enough.

Glove, 09/26/2003
1997 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan
1 of 2 people found this review helpful

After washing, the shine off the pearl white is priceless. this is truly a sexy automobile. Although the RL is a dog at the line, its acceleration while already moving is terrific. the 3.5 v6 is great for highway driving but lack a little from 0 mph+. The interior is durable and classy, enough wood enough leather. I do hear a clunking noise whenever i go over a bump but my mechanic doesnt seem to think its anything to worry about (he has no clue what it is). The sunroof has a problem with the electronic STOP mechanism adn the left fog light is out. i think for a car thats 6 yrs old this is a smart choice if you want luxury you can use!

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5 out of 5 stars

Best Car I've Own

Felix_U, 06/07/2002
1997 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan
1 of 2 people found this review helpful

This car is owesome, I hope I spelled it right. But this car feels like the most comfortable car in the world. Probably not more comfortable than a Cadi... but it is for sure up on that range.

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