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A SATISFIED CUSTOMER
Dave in Oregon, 03/30/2004
2004 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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Hi everyone - I leased my latest Acura on Feb. 29, 2004. After searching and driving many cars, and considering the fantastic deal Acura was offering, I made the decision to go with the 2004 RL. I drove the Lexus ES300, the BMW 5 series, and looked at Audi. The RL has a wonderful feel, the instruments are well placed, and with the optional chrome wheels, it's quite a handsome vehicle. I do wish it was abit more thrifty with the gas, but it's getting a solid 18-22 and still has less than 2000 miles. Hopefully, it will get better.
Great Value
joep4542, 05/08/2004
2004 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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I think the RL is a really well built vehicle. It is very smooth and the interior quality is incredible. The engine is a little weak, and I would have enjoyed it a bit more in all wheel drive, but overall this car is comfortable and fun to drive.
Dan's Review
Dan Hartley, 05/11/2004
2004 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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Wonderful driving experience...I look forward to getting in this car and taking off....Solid, reliable, and comfortable.....
a great car for thr price
kal4, 05/15/2004
2004 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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1 year after leasing a rl 3.5,i have all praise for this luxary car.i have leased lincoln.caddys,lexas'.they don't compair to the acura.the 3.5 is comfortable,.easy to drive,super turning ratio.the on-star-xm radio-map guidance are all a joy to have.1 radio station from nj to florida....
Satisfied owner of Acura
ydnic, 05/15/2004
2004 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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4th Acura that I have owned. I have been a satisfied Acura owner for over 15 years.
MY SECOND R L
DUFF, 05/15/2004
2004 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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FUN TO DRIVE. VERY FAVORABLE COMMENTS FROM PEOPLE WHO SEE AND RIDE IN IT. ADAQUATE TRUNK ROOM. THE SATALITE RADIO IS A PLUS. I HAVE USED THE MAP FEATURE AND LIKE IT
My favorite Car
Todd Scherer, 06/25/2004
2004 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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Although the styling is subdued, it still is a bit wolf in sheeps clothing. I am interested in what Acura chose to improve on in 2005. This version is a great car after 100,000 miles. I still enjoy it every day. I put spoty TL wheel on the car and it looks great.
RL style and comfort
peachkdm, 07/03/2004
2004 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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car rides and hanldes very well, fun to drive, nav system is great voice makes very easy when driving
The Acura 3.5RL is an excellent car
J. Paul, 07/08/2004
2004 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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The RL is an excellent car so many ways, number 1 it's riliable, problem free, excellent ride.
Best car for the money
Douglas Don Carlos , 07/15/2004
2004 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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Excellent car, luxo cruiser, built like a tank, excellent dealer service...I love this car..Great leather intirior, I beet the hell out of my cars...this think is tough...
RL-Refined Luxury
Bucciarelli, 07/16/2004
2004 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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Last year for this body style for the '04 Acura RL so you can negotiate a great price on the flagship Acura car. It is fully loaded including navigation system, OnStar, heated seats, XM Radio and real wood trim. This car may not turn heads with its dated body style but it will provide you a luxurious, quiet, and spacious ride while providing years of quality and enjoyment from the precision craftsmanship.
Not worth the money
Al Greco, 09/07/2004
2004 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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Actually my lease is a 2002. This car simply is not worth the dollars for the lease. The ride is just OK, the handling is poor compared to the Toyota Avalon which was my previous auto. The performance again, not as good. The interior back seat is too small for the average size man. No leg room. The reliability I have no complaints about.
2004 Acura RL
RLinPGH, 09/02/2004
2004 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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A very solid car. I like the classic (others call is bland) styling. The 2004 does not have the acceleration of the TL, but the ride in the RL is nicer and quieter. The interior leather on the RL also is higher quality. I looked at a Lexus ES-330 for $33,000ish and a Toyota Avalon at $31,000. The RL at $37,000 was more than I wanted to spend, but I really am happy I did.
Lovely car
Charles Chesler, 09/21/2004
2004 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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This car is one of the best cars ever made!
Great car, fun to drive
pepe11, 09/24/2004
2004 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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What's not to like about this car? It's comfortable and classy looking. Big enough for my family of five and it drives so beautifully. By the way, Open Road in East Brunswick, NJ is a great dealership - highly recommended.
acura
RODGERIC, 10/02/2004
2004 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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I have own two acura cars.when i buy again it will be three.I LOVE THESE CARS.MY LEXUS IS NOT EVEN CLOSE!!!!!
RL
Taha, 10/14/2004
2004 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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I have a RL. It is very good and very nice vehicle and I like it very much.
acura happy
natezin, 12/30/2004
2004 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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This is my 4th Acura. All are pleasant and reliable. Car has all features needed in a luxury car. Classy styling that tells the world you have something important, but you are not rubbing it in their faces. Sat radio not important to me, but On Star is valuable, as well as Nav system.
Not A Bad Car For the Price
Jag Lover, 08/24/2005
2004 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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Pretty Good Gas Mileage, Great for off the Line, Ok passing, when punching there is a large blank spot of no speed 3/4 of the pedal pushed. Tough Leather, I think it will last forever!! Love the STANDARD heated seats and Navigation!!!
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jon1234, 05/17/2003
2004 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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I purchased this car for traveling to work. Then my work gave me a 2003 lexus es300. After 2 weeks of driving the lexus i returned it for a traveling expense and kept my acura. My RL is far better and more comfortable than the lexus.
Great Car
FormyDad, 05/01/2003
2004 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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I look at my different full size sedans, and the acura was the one that stood out in style, performance, and most important price. The car is a great value for what it offers.
More Car for the Money
friedoyster, 05/20/2003
2004 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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Absolutely qualifies as an entry in the luxury car segment, but is not as technically current as it's competitors (like the Lexus LS430), BUT it costs a lot less money. Since this should be the last model year for the existing design, rebates and incentives should be plentiful as well. It drives well, is extremely quiet, and has many cool creature comforts like XM sat, voice activated nav, on-star, etc. The engine is an old design and eats more gas than it should (similar MPG to the 8 cyl Lexus). Overall, it's a good trade-off for value vs state-of-the-art luxury.
Acura RL w/ NAV
supt319, 05/31/2003
2004 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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I find this a great car to drive. It's comfortable and afford many luxury features found on the higher priced automobiles.
Best car ever!
Massboy92, 06/17/2003
2004 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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Driving the car was a delight.This car is the greatest.
Amazing
jdk122, 06/21/2003
2004 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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This car is great, you get more for your money, especially because, almost all the latest popular technology comes standard, for a resonable price.
Acura 3.5RL: Made to Go the Distance
Don, 12/13/2017
2004 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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Although made to compete against upscale V8 RWD Lexus, Infinity and Benz sedans, the '96 - '04 RL is a FWD V6 model. Because of this, it does very well in ice and snow, specially with winter tires. Gas mileage averages to about 23mpg for me. As with older Legends and Honda Accords, reliability is excellent. These non V-TEC engines will go well over 250K miles with basic maintenance and last about half-million miles before needing a rebuild. - Week spots (all cars have them) include weak window motors, Nav unit interface issues and coded key errors on older models. Top speed is 135-140 (drag limited) for '02 and newer models. Make sure to check speed rating of the summer tires if using on race track. Look for gently used 2004 models as they included satellite radio, in-dash CD changer and the updated voice activated navigation. Styling is basic, clean and blends in without attracting attention from thieves and gawkers.
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Older car now, but in pristine condition
Kyle Larson, 07/09/2018
2004 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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I bought this car when my Honda Accord had 150K on it, thinking it was getting older. I ended up putting 320K on it and the Acura was the Sunday driver. My Accord is gone now and I'm using the RL as my primary driver. It now has 130K on it and it's been doing great. It still looks classy. Gas mileage isn't great, but it's a heavy car. Ride and road nose is good. Interior materials are really nice. The headlights are fantastic on this, one of the best qualities! You can see very well at night. I have had issues with one of the igniters on the headlights, however, and that can be spendy. Transmission has been good (cross my fingers). The 6 CD system is on the fritz, I can only really put in one disc at a time. Haven't bothered to fix it since I don't use that a lot. Only other issue is the head room. I'm 6'3" and I could use more head room. If the sunroof shade is open, it's fine, but in the summer I like to keep that closed. I'm hoping to get another 200K out of this car like my Accord. My nephew will start driving it in about a year, and I like the idea that it's a good safe car for him - not a hot rod! :) Overall, it's a classy ride and I still love the look and feel of it. Seems like quality.
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2004 Acura RL
Loyal Acura owner, 09/14/2020
2004 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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Replaced a 1990 Acura Legend with 315,000 miles .with a 1998 Acura RL with 342,000 miles and replaced it with the 2004 Acura RL. You can't beat these cars for dependability. Purchased used in 2014 from elderly one owner, had 93,000 miles now at 211,000. It is advantageous to be a mechanic because dealers will rip you a new one with repair costs. Overall a nice car I have no complaints because I stopped buying new cars decades ago and I buy reliable cars now for that very reason. Oh, an O2 sensor replaced a radiator and front struts and that's it. Would jump in it tomorrow and take off for California without any doubts or worries.
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It is the Best!
Joan, 04/15/2021
2004 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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It is a very reliable car and loaded with everything you could hope for including a Bose speaker system. Love my Acura 2004 RL and in 2021, I continue to drive it with no problems.
Problems I encountered
Dennis, 09/08/2022
2004 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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Great car. Had it since 2006. Had to replace the gas line: dealer charged me $800 CDN but gave me a new Chrysler rental for a month (hated that car). The brake pedal switch broke and it was difficult to solve: my car turned out to be 2003-2004 model. Biggest repair recently was the steering box leaked: no power steering. Dealer quoted $3000 saying they had to buy a new steering box, and drop the transmission to repair it. My adult son fixed it ON OUR DRIVEWAY for $800 in parts! Big job, but transmission did not have to be touched. Replaced all the original steering box seals. Don't recommend that you try that, but the alternative was to scrap an otherwise healthy car at 230,000 km.
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NFB, 09/11/2004
2004 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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Need following for such a pricy car: compass and milage computer in standard model; much larger HP engine; luxery fetures inside like others in it's class. Car does flow nice on open highway
Great value
NickP, 03/11/2007
2004 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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This is our 5th used RL. All have been bullet proof. While it lacks the go of a V-8 it still has good performance with excellent comfort. Excellent sound system and navigation. Averages around 20 mpg. Is a great highway cruiser and is wife's favorite car. It's no wonder it is hard to find a low mileage one!