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We have a limited number of reviews for the 2008 RL, so we've included reviews for other years of the RL since its last redesign.
My 4th Acura RL
Mike, 12/05/2010
2007 Acura RL 4dr Sedan AWD w/Technology Package (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 5 people found this review helpful
This is my 4th RL; the exterior design, while well executed, is boring. It is solid but not as reassuring to drive as the previous models. It is surpringly fast when passing. The fit and finish are as expected; the metallic paint is beautiful. The voice activation system remains a mystery, but the navigation system is easier to use than before: no need to touch the screen. The front doors are larger than they need to be and are hard to reach to close. In general, getting in and out is not as easy in this model. Steering is lighter than expected; road and wind noise can be intrusive, but for the excellent sound system. The trunk floor is not flat.
Not all it's cracked up to be
Wingnut, 08/14/2007
2007 Acura RL 4dr Sedan AWD w/CMBS, PAX Tires (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
This car looked like a terrific value, but it has not turned out that way. I was looking forward to "Honda Reliability" but too many things just don't work well or are gimmicky. Fuel economy is atrocious (14-15), electronics don't work that well, run-flat tires are super loud, there is some wind noise, key fob/keyless entry never works the same twice in a row. Car is pretty slow off the line, but decent on the highway. Ride is too much of a compromise. Handling is good, but the Michelin run-flats are lousy performance tires in all but the correct temperature range. I came out of an Audi A8, and would NOT buy this car again.
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Excellent Car
RL Driver, 12/06/2007
2008 Acura RL 4dr Sedan AWD w/Technology Package (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
I cross-shopped the Lexus IS/GS, BMW 5 series and the Acura RL. Stayed away from Mercedes due to past experience. RL provided the most rewarding driving experience combined with the most features for the money. It is also very reasonable to insure. Fuel mileage has been in the 17-20 mpg commuting in traffic.
Stay away from the RL... not worth it
jcshma, 05/17/2008
2008 Acura RL 4dr Sedan AWD w/Technology Package (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
3 of 14 people found this review helpful
Bought the RL Tech pacakge. 2nd day noticed major quality problems. Rattling noise from all over the place. Owning the car for 6 weeks so far and several parts are replaced. Windshield and headliners are all taken apart due to major manufacturing defect. Honda corporate really doesn't care about customers, the only thing they care is talk nicely, but no action to solve issues.
GREAT car
Watson, 06/07/2007
2007 Acura RL 4dr Sedan AWD w/Technology Package (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I drove a BMW prior to this, and loved it, but I am thrilled with my Acura RL. It is so smooth, very responsive, comfortable as it could possibly be, and has every possible bell and whistle for thousands less than its Teutonic competition. I chose it over Infiniti M35 because, in my test, it handled better, and I much prefer the looks. GREAT car so far.