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Used 2003 Acura RL Consumer Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars
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3.5 out of 5 stars

Boring and Stale

ref, 01/03/2003
2002 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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Car is well build, reliable, and sound. But a bore to drive try to rent one for a week before driving, Deal discounts abound, but don't fall in love of the deal (I did) OPPS! With deep discounts and an overload of lease returns, your 10,000 mile value will devistate you. Bearly in the black after $11,000 down at purchase and after $9,000. discount of sticker.OUCH! Working hard to trade for BMW or Benz.....REAL HARD

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4.13 out of 5 stars

power shortage

dtcom, 06/25/2002
2002 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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It is a nice comfy ride,but it is surely missing some character like a little more horsepower would be nice,,it lacks a solid pickup but once you drive at 40 mph it kicks in pretty nicely...the ride quality is great so is the looks of it,,, hope Acura realy recharges the new models ,perhaps something like a TYPE-S version.....and a triptronic trans.

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4.13 out of 5 stars

EXPENSIVE HONDA

RLK, 07/25/2005
2002 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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Vehicle has many impressive points but sitting position still reminds me of my Honda. Lexus has better driver visibility. Its time for Honda to give these cars their own chassis. Lexus designs their cars for American size drivers but Honda/Acura designs their cars for Japanese size drivers. A lot of car for the money.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

2002 Acura 3.5 RL

Bill Buie, 01/10/2004
2002 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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Classy car with a sporty look. Tight handling more like the Legend. Powerful with refined appearance. Just the right mix of style & performance.

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5 out of 5 stars

Chevy Convert

Smiling all the way, 05/11/2002
2002 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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We went to test drive the TL-S and ended up driving everything on the lot! I was a hardcore GM fan, but nothing on the Generals lot could hold a candle (at this price). I have three children and wanted something with the room to support the 5 of us on long trips. I wanted comfort and conveinance, and I wanted an overall enjoyable drive/ride. The RL delivers on all counts. This is by far the best vehicle I have ever driven. I still can't believe I own it! The more I drive it the more I like it. I test drove the Lexus, BMW, and Cadilac, the choice was easy. I recomend at least test driving this vehicle!

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