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Ruppster, 11/15/2010
2006 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan AWD w/Navi System (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
28 of 28 people found this review helpful
I am a car guy. Have owned three beemers, four Mercedes, a couple of 3rd generation RX-7s, etc. I am now a dad with two youngsters and decided to go "practical" and buy a responsible used car. After much research settled on a very, very clean 2006 RL. While it does not have the marquee value of my last to Mercedes, it's a pretty darn nice car and one heck of a value. Paid about 20K for a car that listed for 50K new and still has very few signs of wear and tear. Interior features are just great. Voice recognition isn't perfect but everything else is spot on. You really feel coddled in the cockpit. Stereo is best I've experienced, materials are top notch.
Best value on the market for AWD.
Dan, 12/28/2018
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2006 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan AWD w/Navi System (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
17 of 17 people found this review helpful
You can get more practical AWD vehicles, and you can get faster AWD vehicles, but the 2nd generation RL (2005-12) is the best value in the sweet spot of high performance and high reliability with the added control and safety of AWD. This car sold new for $49k and I bought mine for $5500. 160k miles and it drives like a new car. I put $1200 into replacing the timing belt as soon as I bought it, this is a must every 60k miles as it is a common Honda interference-type engine. Have performed only regular maintenance in 2 years since. It’s built like a bank vault and though it’s a heavy sedan, it handles well. The SH-AWD is more sophisticated than most AWD systems because it can send varying torque to the rear wheels independently. The torque distribution is even shown on a neat bar graph display within the instrument cluster. It’s also one of the safest sedans out there. Tons of cutting edge (for 2006) luxury items standard. I really like putting up the automatic rear sunshade for my 2 year old (manual sunshades for the rear windows also are standard). Xenon headlamps standard and they even turn in curves to illuminate more of the road. It makes about 280 HP and the VTEC makes a wonderful sound when you rev it. It’s enough to keep up with most everything on the road today. And when you just want to cruise it gets you there in supreme, quiet comfort. I absolutely love my RL. Update, July 2019: still love my RL. The only thing I’ve had to do in 3 years of ownership, besides the timing belt change mentioned above, is oil changes (synthetic because that’s what the previous owner used) and get a new set of tires.
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Just bought one - Pleased so far
Jim Billingsley, 12/19/2015
2006 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan AWD w/Navi System, Tech Package (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
23 of 24 people found this review helpful
I just bought a 2006 Acura RL. It has all the tech gizmo's except Collision Mitigation Braking System and Michelin Run Flat tires (which you don't want!). I haven't owned the car long enough to give credible Reliability ratings, but I am very impressed with the car's handling, brakes, "solid" feel, quiet interior, sound system and navigation system. A warning I should pass on to potential buyers is to test drive the care and beware of a speed dependent whistling noise (sort of like blowing over a empty coke bottle). It starts about 32 MPH and quits about 38-40 MPH. Being a harmonic, I suspect it would also reappear and disappear at twice those speeds, too. The RL I bought exhibited this noise on the test drive and I insisted it be fixed in order for me to buy the car. It turned out to be a fairly expensive repair. The noise is caused by a bad center carrier bearing on the rear driveshaft. This normally wouldn't be an expensive repair, but Acura only sells this bearing as part of the entire rear driveshaft assembly and that assembly retails for $2,229! (If you are facing this repair, you can get one online for $1,500 or so.) Attention Acura engineers!!! If you read these reviews how about designing a driveshaft assembly that has mechanic-friendly easily replaced components? Your driveshaft is carbon fiber and ought to last for centuries, but bearings do go bad and ought to be easily replaceable. If I hadn't insisted on this fix before purchasing the car, and had to pay for this out of pocket, I would have been very upset.
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Love this car, but
fred porter, 09/18/2008
2006 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan AWD w/Navi System (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
10 of 10 people found this review helpful
Bought the car July 2006, wife agrees with me that it is the nicest, most luxurious and fun car we ever owned. Just a total pleasure to drive. Power, comfort, sound system: everything is great BUT: we are on the third battery in 2 years, left us stranded twice. Dealer can find nothing wrong with the electrical system, very frustrating-- waiting for the next time we get stuck.
Luxury & Technology + Every Detail
NETSECSVC, 09/17/2008
2006 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan AWD w/Navi System (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
My 2006 Acura RL has everything I always wanted from a car and much more. This is a car that exceeds expectations in many ways! They really included every detail imaginable to make the car safe, fun, powerful, comfortable and beautiful. It's not too flashy, and from a distance one might mistake it for an average car, but nothing could be further from the truth. Up close the sleek and stylish design make you take notice, but inside is where things get really interesting. The 2006 model doesn't have cooled seats or an iPod connector. Aside from that, if you can think of a feature it probably comes standard.
'06 RL
rjmevans, 10/29/2006
2006 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan AWD w/Navi System, Tech Package (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
After looking at this and several others (for over a year), I finally broke down and got one of the last '06s. I had an '01 CL and never had a problem. This is a good reference site and after readimg all of the reviews I bought the base model for $40K. Thanks for taking the time to share your thoughts on the site.
Old Reliable
Don Meadows, 05/17/2016
2006 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan AWD w/Navi System (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Very reliable and comfortable car to drive. Has very good head & leg room for front passengers. Quiet ride & handles well. For some odd reason, get a few mpg less in the winter time vs warmer weather.
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2006 Acura RL
steve, 07/17/2008
2006 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan AWD w/Navi System (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Love my new Acura RL. Have gone over 30000 miles now with no problems at all. Comfort is second to none. I put a K&N air filter in right away and only run synthetic oil with lucas oil stabilizer. I average 23 mpg around town and get 28mpg highway.
Top Performance
Don, 11/05/2005
2006 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan AWD w/Navi System, Tech Package (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
This is my 4th Acura experience. It seemed the prior models always lacked something the other luxury sedans had, i.e., horsepower. The new RL has it all; horsepower, design, performance, electronics, and very good fuel economy. What a pleasure to drive, especially on mountain highways.
Tons of toys
Joe, 05/01/2009
2006 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan AWD w/Navi System (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
This car is so much fun! I would recommend this car to anyone. My car has 46k and still runs like new.
Finally!
ED, 08/08/2006
2006 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan AWD w/Navi System, Tech Package (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I just Traded my manual tranny TL for a trch package RL. I loved my TL specially in the thrust department but boy this RL is a CAR! Although noticeably slower than the manual TL from a standstill, they are very comparable on the highway. In all other categories the RL wins hands down, quieter, better handling, more comfortable ride, much quieter, better nav, much improved voice recognition. The stereo is simply fabulous (big compliment from a B&W fan why can't bose make something anywhere this good for the home???). The adaptive cruise control and collision mitigation system are worth their money in gold.
Great value luxury
cls1, 10/21/2006
2006 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan AWD w/Navi System, Tech Package (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
2006 RL Tech package, great car. Very comfortable quiet ride. I have looked at Lexus, BMW, Infiniti, this is the greatest car for the value and standard options which are optional on the other vehicles. The options on this car compared to the other vehicles would cost 10-15K more. The ride is second to none. Build quality is excellent. Highly recommended.
A Great Ride
Broker, 05/28/2006
2006 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan AWD w/Navi System, Tech Package (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
This car has everything I need. Sure it only has a v-6 but the power delivery is smooth and the ride is solid.
Luxury car that isn't ostentatious
Bobink, 03/16/2006
2006 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan AWD w/Navi System (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I drive a lot, so I treated myself to the RL. For a little less than I paid I could have gotten a comparably equipped 325, but not a 330. But this car is definitely in the 5-series, or E-class field and, comparably equipped, either one would have been $15,000 more than the price I paid for the RL. Plus, I genuinely liked the RL better. I also drove the M35 which in the sport version has a comfortable seat but a harsh ride, and in the non-sport version the seat was mushy soft and uncomfortable. My RL car is very satisfying to drive. Plenty of acceleration. Great headlights. Fantastic stereo. Intuitive electronics. The real-time taffic is useful. And I think it is gorgeous.
Fun to Drive
nobotako, 10/06/2006
2006 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan AWD w/Navi System, Tech Package (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Just fun to drive. Accelarate on the curve the you will know what I mean. Stability is outstanding. Powerful and smooth drive is really. Voice activated navigation, handsfree phone is excellent and on star satellite service is really first notch. Quiet inside but when put on gas pedal, racing Honda sound awakes. Braking is superb. Inside is roomy with enough leg room for rear seat. Voice activated temperature and audio controls are handy. Auto cruise control will keep the distance with the car in front of you, and the seat belt will rattle when you get too close to the front car. Nice safety feature.
2006 Acura RL
phgacura1, 01/14/2007
2006 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan AWD w/Navi System (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Have been an Acura owner from the first day they went on sale in 1986, this is my fourth, still have my 1992 Legend. I am getting 20 to 22 mpg in daily driving, my 2002 TL type S was about 1 mpg better. If you overlook this car you are missing something very good.
My favorite car, unfortunately totaled
Jim, 01/12/2007
2006 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan AWD w/Navi System, Tech Package (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Fun car to drive, unfortunately I totaled it last week. Got hit head-on by a large SUV. Car did its job well, I got a broken foot but I'm lucky to be alive. I already ordered another one. The five star crash ratings are well deserved.
Better than ever
n mckinley, 09/21/2006
2006 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan AWD w/Navi System, Tech Package (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I have owned 2 Accords and 3 Acuras, this being the third, and I have never owned an auto I thought so much of. My friends call it the "rocketship" or the James Bond car, because of all the technology. It makes me proud every time I look at it and drive it.
It's got everything you can ask for...
song, 06/28/2009
2006 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan AWD w/Navi System (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
This is a great car that everyone can appreciate because it's got everything standard which includes SH-AWD, DVD-audio 5.1 surround sound, navigation, smart key, and on an on... I get around 19 mpg on city, that's pretty decent for a car that almost weights 4000 pounds. As far as the exterior goes, I would describe it "inoffensive", it's a good looking car but not spectacular. Interior is among the best in class, I don't think there are other cars that can match acura's interior style and quality (maybe a Lexus or Audi).
Best-kept secret among luxury sedans
dwboston, 01/24/2008
2006 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan AWD w/Navi System, Tech Package (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Hands down the best handling car I've ever driven. SH-AWD completely transforms the drviving experience and benefits both inclement and regular weather driving. Build quality and materials are top-notch and the amount of technology in the car for the price is incredible.
Best Car I've Ever Owned
IP35, 06/10/2008
2006 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan AWD w/Navi System (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
The Acura RL is a fantastic, luxurious practical performance sedan. I've ownwed BMWs, Saabs, and various other domestic and Japanese brands over the years. The Acura RL is, hands down, the best. The only trips to the dealer have been for oil changes and routine service -- absolutely problem free driving. Fuel mileage is outstanding for this class of vehicle -- I get 26-27 mpg on interstate trips while cruising well north of 70 mph. It's a fun car to drive thanks to the SH-AWD, and it's quiet, comfortable and luxurious.
Great Car!
pappy164, 12/26/2005
2006 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan AWD w/Navi System (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I may not have as much pull as other owners in here because this is my first mid luxury sedan. I can tell you I did drive almost every other vehicle in this class. Although the power of the M seemed to be a little more it didn't have the finese of this vehicle. The Acura RL has some of the most comfortable seats in the class and with the AWD you can really shoot around corners. With the VTEC you don't get that low end torque (altough its not wimpy at all),but you do get great mid range power (30-70 MPH range) this is where this car really performs. Although a vehicle with this much technology is kinda intimidating at first, Acura seems to be easier to leanr than the other brands. Great car!
Best in class
Randy Bunney, 01/10/2006
2006 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan AWD w/Navi System (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Acura made it simple for me to buy the RL. It comes completely loaded with all the bells and whistles. Two months of test driving everything the competition had to offer and nothing compared to the RL.
Not Quite as Good as I Expected
stonehenge, 05/04/2008
2006 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan AWD w/Navi System (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
4 of 6 people found this review helpful
While the Acura RL handles extremely well and is generally a solidly built vehicle, I am disappointed by the amount of interior rattles. I traded out of a VW Passat that had no squeaks and rattles into the RL and the unwanted noises are most annoying. The quietness of the cabin just serves to amplify the interior squeaks and rattles. I would not buy another for the price of the car.
Plain, every-day car
Marcin, 08/10/2009
2006 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan AWD w/Navi System (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
6 of 11 people found this review helpful
I purchased this car wanting to buy Infiniti M but was annoyed by the dealership and harsh ride of the Infiniti. Overall, good car and good buy, however, not as comfortable and refined as I expected. Suspension is mediocre and outside looks, well.... not that great for many. The value of this car is in its sophisticated technology features, all wheel drive, engine and the interior. I think I could buy the RL again but Acura needs to improve its looks and image as compared to BMW, Audi or even Infiniti.
Great ride
hurls95, 12/06/2005
2006 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan AWD w/Navi System (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This car does nothing perfectly but everything very well. the technology and ride are great. The gearing is interesting, I get the same MPG at 80 that I do at 45.
Well Pleased
TOM H., 04/11/2006
2006 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan AWD w/Navi System (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This car feels solid,handles like it's on rails The interior is as nice as my 2003 lexus gs300 (just sold) You get all the possible "toys" you could imagine This car offers a great value for the $$ I thought i would replace my lexus with the new gs300 but i was disappointed with the power It just didn't feel any more powerful then my 2003 gs300 Lexus missed the boat on this one I am very please so far & sinc i have owned acuras before i am sure my satisfaction will continue
Very Satisfied + More
Jay Wolfe, 04/21/2006
2006 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan AWD w/Navi System (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Upgraded from a 2005 TL. Checked most others in this category and the RL just offered too much for much less cost. The handling is very good and excellent on wet and snowy payment......Interior well thought out and exterior a "not in your face" classy design. Slow off the mark, but I keep my pink slips in the glove box at my age. Great acceleration when needed to pass or when getting on the highway. After 6,000 miles have average 23.4 MPG. Navi easy to use, bluetooth great, Audio screen really helpful and with a large screen to display ball scores, golf leaderboard and programming. You can see all the words and data lines, not just a few ie Infiniti.
The ultimate automobile
doug preston, 12/18/2005
2006 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan AWD w/Navi System (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I researched all of the luxury cars and found that none of them measured up. In order to come close to the features and performance of the RL, the others jumped to V8 engines and rear wheel drive and sacrificed any semblance of fuel economy. Every detail of this Automobile has been thoroughly considered and skillfully executed. Anyone who chooses to spend more than the cost of an RL is striving for ego satisfaction and not function.
Happy buyer
Happy Buyer, 12/08/2005
2006 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan AWD w/Navi System, Tech Package (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
New 2006 RL with Navigation system, Tech package and camera is the great combination of the quality, comfort, and fun. For $54K you get much more than BMW and Mercedes can offer. Voice activation system can recognize any accents. Electronic system is very complicated, but owner manual is very easy to read and understand. Rear view camera and automatically tilted outside mirrors are great addition to comfortable backing.
A Complete Package
jmp, 07/06/2006
2006 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan AWD w/Navi System (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Very happy with the RL. Controls are sensibly placed. I'm tall but confortable (in the front). Very quiet ride, smooth shifting, good voice recognition and bluetooth. Keyless works good with adjusting mirrors and steering wheel. Its been a pleasure so far.
Reliable luxury
Nancy Shoman Nusbaum, 05/13/2018
2006 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan AWD w/Navi System, Tech Package (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I bought this car when it was four years old. It had been leased from and maintained by a certified dealer. I bought it from that dealer and it came fully certified. I have meticulously maintained the car with my local Acura dealer and it has been a dream car and it has never required anything but routine maintenance. It did require air bag replacement, but the dealer made it very painless. 12 years and 116,000 miles later, it is still running like a top. The AWD is perfect for our climate. The ride is wonderful. I especially appreciate the wide rear doors which make it easy for older people to enter the back seat b
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Love it!
ed , 04/22/2006
2006 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan AWD w/Navi System, Tech Package (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I finally found the car I was looking for - initially the performance is great, the ride is smooth and wonderfully responsive, both on the highway and in the mountains; the controls are not as complicated as some indicate, the noise level is the best (lowest) of all the cars I tested, and the interior is exquisite. The car loves to be driven and the driver feels alive and excited. There is plenty of power and plenty of luxury - combined with a sense of sportiness, makes this a competitive combination almost unbeatable. Perhaps a more expensive Lexus might be a better choice, but after hours of homework and many, many test drives, I think I found the perfect combination for what I wanted.
Awesome Car
Don Dreher, 05/20/2006
2006 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan AWD w/Navi System (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Excellent value...period! I've owned Acura for 15 years now and the new `06 RL will keep me coming back!
Great Car
Robert, 05/20/2006
2006 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan AWD w/Navi System (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I test drove the BMW 530 and Benz E320. The RL was far superior to both at much less price. The techno gadgets are amazing. I have had absolutely no problems with the car.
Best value for the dollars
Acura RL, 05/23/2006
2006 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan AWD w/Navi System (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
A great value for the money. Technologically in par with German rivals. The real time traffic and the crispy LCD are in concert. The verbal commands & the Bluetooth functions are much more advanced than the 2004 TL that I own. Acura makes great cars; this is my third one in 7 years. SH- AWD makes the car hug the road regardless of the weather condition.
Mike's Take
pxmike, 06/16/2006
2006 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan AWD w/Navi System (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Great car, no regrets. The technology embedded in the car is a bit intimidating, but once you figure it out, very cool. Having troubles with the Hands Free feature using the Palm 650. The dealership experience was exceptional. Kudos to Minh.
Excellent Auto
MM, 06/16/2006
2006 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan AWD w/Navi System (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I've owned Mercedes, multiple Lexus's, Infinitis, and an earlier version of the RL (FWD) and this car is definitely the most fun to drive. The handling is unbelievable. The features are so extensive on the base model that it takes a while to learn them all, but it's worth it...especially the navigation system.
solid luxury
kentd, 06/17/2006
2006 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan AWD w/Navi System (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
enjoy the tightness of build and sureness of handling. Bose stereo is the best ever. Easy for my wife to master and dealership is woman friendly, something just never seen!
Reddog's baby
Lyman strong, 07/12/2006
2006 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan AWD w/Navi System (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
it is the prettiest car on the road, fun to drive,unbelievable in the corners and smooth ac celeration ,fine fit and finish and most of all is admired by those who see it.
Great Vehicle
Mitch G, 08/22/2006
2006 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan AWD w/Navi System (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Traded a 2004 Mercedes 4matic E320 for the RL because I couldn't take the shifting lag any more. Have owned MB vehicles since 1973 and can say the RL is as good if not better than the recent MB's. My only complaint is the fact that the driver's seat is not adjustable otherwise this is a wonderful and fun car to drive
Drive to the Midwest
Nathaniel R. LeDoux, 07/09/2006
2006 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan AWD w/Navi System (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I drove roundtrip to Canton,MI and it performed flawlessly. The car average 26 mpg which was excellent for a car its size. The SH AWD was outstanding in the mountains of Colorado on I70. Driving the car produced minimum fatigue because it handles so well. My wife owns an E Class 430 that was bought new in 2000. When it was brand new, we drove the same trip and the problems were many as to relability. ACURA is a much better car than E Class 430.
Pleasantly Surprised
Vince, 08/03/2006
2006 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan AWD w/Navi System (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Have been very pleasantly surprised with this vehicle. Some criticisms on the Acura RL forums lowered my expectations but my experience with the high maintenance and repair costs on BMW 530I nudged me back to Acura. I felt that the RL was marginal at $50K but at $42.8k it seemed to be good value. Have only had it for 2 weeks but it has been extremely solid, rattle free, and everything works. My second RL after an '88 Legend and they get better and better.
Total Package
mouse, 08/07/2006
2006 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan AWD w/Navi System (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Car has everything anybody could want on the inside and the power of most sports cars.
Great car.
Woody, 01/10/2006
2006 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan AWD w/Navi System (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
The Acura RL handles like a sports car and rides like a luxury sedan. Great looking and the voice activated naviagation system is easy to use.
Lemon.
Bryant N, 08/17/2017
2006 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan AWD w/Navi System, Tech Package (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
3 of 10 people found this review helpful
This is my first car, bought it used from a BMW dealership down the road from me about 3 years ago. From the instant we bought it I knew I was going to have major issues. It started with a ticking from the right front passenger wheel which turned out to be a loose brake pad. Next came the real isues, oil leaking. From everywhere. Brought it into the mechanic and he said that the entire engine bay and the passengers front wheel well are covered in motor oil. Major issues, basically had to rebuild the top half of the engine. I got it done and off I went. Next came the transmission.... I could stop at a stop sign and not be able to engage the transmission anymore, I was dead in the water... Only had reverse. So once we got it to the mechanic he said that a piece broke off my radiator, there was radiator fluid and engine oil in the transmission, and tranny oil and engine oil in the radiator. Boom! Brand new radiator and the transmission literally exploded so that's brand new. On top of all that comes the regular oil changes, spaek plugs, tires, etc. This car is a MONEY PIT! It will not make it over 100,000 miles unless you basically buy the car again! I will never buy another Acura or Honda in my life after my experience with this car.
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Great Car, Too Much Maintenece
Rick's RL, 04/24/2017
2006 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan AWD w/Navi System (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
3 of 10 people found this review helpful
Bought new in 2006. Great Car absolutely no problem UNTIL it hit 10 years old. Within the last year i have spent a tic over 10k in maintenance repairs that hadto be done(brakes/struts/Oil&water pump/key less entry computer replaced/new motor mounts/new spark plugs/and fluids replaced.
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Great car but too many rattles
tony, 12/11/2008
2006 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan AWD w/Navi System (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
I bought this vehicle used with 6800 miles. Very comfortable, very quiet (with exception of some minor rattles) and decent gas mileage for AWD. I'm waiting for snow to see how well the SH-AWD performs.
best yet
gascolator, 08/22/2006
2006 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan AWD w/Navi System (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
really like the car.bought it because of the price and the all wheel drive.also like the fact that it is a honda product.
No Competition
Pawan, 01/15/2006
2006 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan AWD w/Navi System, Tech Package (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Awesome Vehicle, best value of ANY car out there. Gives the enthusiast what they need and also gives the family what it needs. NEver leaves anyone wanting for more