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Former Lexus Owner
Perry P, 12/18/2004
2002 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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We owned 2 Lexux prior to leasing the3.5 RL. Nice car. Rides smooth on the highway. No major problems. Pretty good mileage. Nice stereo system. Pretty comfortable on long trips. I think my wife prefers SUV and we will probably go back to the RX330 when lease is up.Only other disappointment is the selling price. Seems to be overpriced by $5.000.00
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ajaye, 02/09/2005
2002 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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This is my second RL after 25 years of BMWs (still own one, convertible). After seven years of the RL model I have replaced one (that's 1) brake light. Nothing else except regular maintenance. I still like the body style, but will test drive a 2005 later this week. The difference in dollars with the BMW is simply not worth it., in fact, I would take the RL over the 5 series at the same price.
Why I continue to drive RLs
RLmonster, 08/24/2005
2002 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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In 1999, I leased the 99 RL. After three years, I was so happy with the vehicle, I repeated the experience and leased an '02. If you are looking for a classy luxury sedan, that is often mistaken for a Mercedes, that gives a 225hp burst off the line, this is your car. After 6 years (3 in the '99 and another 3 in the '02) I have had ZERO problems with the RL class. Now, to show you how committed this RL guy is, this evening (8/22/05) I leased a third RL, the redesigned '05 and parted with the '02. I compared the Avalon, M and G Infinitis, Mercedes, and Lexus. Hell, I even tried to get into the new Passat. In the end, the RL won on price, value, and the bonus of AWD (try that BMW!)
Great Quality
Phx_RL, 09/19/2005
2002 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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Excellent car. We have had this car for a year now. Bought it as a certified vehicle. No issues to speak of. Smooth drive and comfort. Feels more solid and safe to drive vs a Lexus.
What a Great Car
Mike, 01/24/2007
2002 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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I just purchased my RL used recently. If I would have known what a great car it would have turned out to be I would have bought one sooner.
Beautiful
chadwoodland, 05/30/2003
2002 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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Beautiful car with a smooth refined engine. Perfect for motoring not suited for sports driving.
High quality luxury great in snow!
MountainAcura, 03/12/2002
2002 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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Living in the Colorado mountains eliminated many cars when we decided to purchase a luxury sedan. Front-wheel drive is mandatory. The RL performs great with it's front wheel drive, traction control, agility and power. The construction is high quality built to last. In fact, we are so pleased with this Acura we are thinking of adding the RL's sibling, the MDX to our automotive family.
Awesome
Craig Sanborn, 03/13/2002
2002 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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I have test driven lots od cars and the RL is a dream that came true. Smoth ride, comfortable seats, awesome road manners makes this a no-brainer. PLease keep to front rear drive.
Pretty good one
roburt, 03/15/2002
2002 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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Excellent build quality no obvious defects. Good ride and handling. Attracted by exceptional lease offer (much less than Lexus or Infiniti)
Best in Class!
gtm, 03/20/2002
2002 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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The 2002 Acura RL is truly a classy vehichle. It has classic sedan styling, a strong, responsive engine mated to a silky smooth transmission and riding on top of an incredibly agile, road-gripping suspension. The interior is immaculate in design and superbly executed in supple soft leather seating, a fabulous Bose CD-stereo system and excellent occupant safety systems. It is the nicest car I have ever ridden in and I truly enjoy every minute of driving time. Buy or lease one, you will not regret it!
The Ac-Rite !
Jose, 04/10/2018
2002 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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This car was purchased used with more then 200k miles, at 300,300 miles, it still runs like a champion, she's smooth, quiet, fast, stylish, and reliable! The Bose audio is crisp, the seats are plush, lots of room, bells and whistles, heated seats, and rear view mirrors, memory seats, wood grain trim, tan soft touch material and leather, ski passthrough, climate control, power seats and automatic windows, this car was well worth the MSRP of $48,500. Now a steal at about 5k-6k, if you're looking at a used model, rest assured it's going to act right!
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my beloved Acura
Conny, 12/12/2018
2002 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan w/Navigation (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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this car has been everything i would expect and want in a luxury car. quiet, responsive, great workmanship and a pleasure to drive. i do wish Blue tooth had been available but not yet on the scene. this has been a great car for my spouse for 17 years. now we bid adieu and hope we can find a car just as great as thjis one has been. also wish it burned regular gas but needs premium.
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Great Car
Dru, 06/06/2019
2002 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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I purchased my 02 RL with a flood title and 187k miles for $700. She now has 229k, and all I've replaced is the brakes. How can you possibly beat that?
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Great Highway cruiser
Tad, 06/17/2022
updated 06/20/2023
2002 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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The vehicle has just over 200K miles and still runs great. I would not hesitate to take it on a thousand-mile trip one way. Still a smooth and quiet cruiser. Repairs included a new radiator, power steering motor, and a starter. I still own it and may keep it for a while.
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22 years of happiness
Scott B, 03/29/2024
2002 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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22 years with only 119,000 miles and other than the standard 100K mile water pump and timing belt etc replacement I’ve only had to replace one brake caliper. Nothing else!
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Honda with leather seats
aa1234aa, 06/03/2002
2002 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 4 people found this review helpful
A fair price for a 2002 RL is about $27K. Power is too low for weight, engine is noisy & sounds cheap. The Bose stereo has 4 speakers and no CD player (slot) in dash (trunck CD changed), and won't scramble songs! Door speakers intrude into the small door map pockets. There is almost nil storage room in the cabin. There is no compass, windows don't retract with the key switch for ventilation, there is little rear leg room, rear seats don't recline or fold down, trunk hinges are luggage crushers out of Accord, there is no trunk organizer, there is no alarm system, & orange-peel paint job. I sure feel like a fool because I got one.
Can't believe we get to drive an RL
follow_jesus, 04/10/2002
2002 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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It's the ride quality, folks! Doesn't the brochure say something about the seat springs being tuned to filter out vibrations. Our RL is so smooth it shames my '98 Accord (which has "vault-like quietness" according to Automobile magazine!). Also, less is more. The controls are few in number and easily accessible (non-Navi). Ridiculous to have a "Fun to Drive" rating in this class of car -- like minivan buyers looking at slalom figures! It's a true limousine -- no surprises, perfect manners and looks beautiful. I still am in awe that we get to drive it around.