Used 2008 Acura RL Consumer Reviews
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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.
Artfully Subtle Luxury and Performance
Paul J, 03/27/2009
2008 Acura RL 4dr Sedan AWD w/Technology Package (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
9 of 9 people found this review helpful
Does everything well instead of compromising one performance area to excel in another. For example, corners as if on rails but preserves quiet, comfortable ride. The engine is smooth and quiet around town but makes operatic noises at the top of the rev range. This is the perfect luxury car for with enough confidence to eschew driving a visible status symbol. I drove Audis before they went upscale to compete directly with Mercedes and BMW. This Acura now fills that niche of artful, understated luxury that makes one look smart, not status conscious.
Worth It
c5028, 12/08/2006
2007 Acura RL 4dr Sedan AWD (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
9 of 9 people found this review helpful
I drive 120 miles per day R/T from Long Island to New Jersey. About 45 miles is on highways with traffic with about half during high traffic rush hour. Average speed about 40 mph. Gas mileage typically 22-23 mpg. On longer, non traffic trips 26 mpg. Never got less than 19 mpg. Car has 12,000 miles... no defects or repairs. Very comfortable, all the power you need, handles well, nothing to really complain about.
LOVE this car
mtfool, 09/18/2012
2008 Acura RL 4dr Sedan AWD w/Technology Package (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
14 of 15 people found this review helpful
I bought this car as Certified Pre-Owned, with 70k miles, and it's been great in all regards. The stock tires were not good in snow, so I bought snow tires and put them on dedicated rims, and wow! The car is amazing in the snow. It's also a heavy car, so it holds tight to the road, like it's on rails. Is quiet and responsive but not demanding. A few minor issues: Chrome on the grill is peeling, which I see on all RLs of that year in our area. Acura had the brass to tell me the "solution" is to wipe down the chrome with a towel after every rain and snow! How about taking some responsibility, Acura!? Also, keyless entry door handle needed replacement, which is a common problem.
Almost Perfect
Scott Davis, 08/16/2008
2008 Acura RL 4dr Sedan AWD w/Technology Package (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
8 of 8 people found this review helpful
This car is so good, I wouldn't want to know the person dissatisfied with it. Too spoiled. Excellent reliability. Excellent safety. Excellent road holding in bad weather. The quietest car I've ever experienced. Excellent stereo. Comfortable seats for me. Pleasant styling. Like most Acuras, will probably look fine in 10 years. Cadillacs and BMWs will probably look silly/dated. The only thing you get in 2009 is an ugly restyling, 10 more hp and a significant loss in economy. 2008 is a optimal year. It doesn't feel like a toss around car. Too heavy. Reasonable back seat. Everything about it inspires confidence: quality, road manners, rubber on the road, balance. It does everything well
The best there is
Super Acura Fan, 05/23/2008
2008 Acura RL 4dr Sedan AWD w/CMBS, PAX Package (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I love my new Acura RL fully loaded. I've owned all of the major players including Lexus, BMW and MB. You really owe it to yourself to go test drive this amazing car if youre looking at 40-50K cars.
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