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Used 2009 Acura RL Consumer Reviews

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5 out of 5 stars

It just doesn't get any better than this

Stephanie, 07/02/2009
2009 Acura RL Technology Package 4dr Sedan AWD (3.7L 6cyl 5A)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful

As a business executive and also a mother, I wanted a vehicle that exuded class without snob appeal that needed little maintenance and had the room for my clients as well as my family of four. I found the exterior to be stylish, the interior incredibly plush and the surround sound audio system unbeatable.

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5 out of 5 stars

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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5 out of 5 stars

Best of the Luxury Sedans

Andy Acura, 05/09/2008
2008 Acura RL 4dr Sedan AWD w/Technology Package (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful

I have had them all. Audi, BMW 535, Infinity, Lincoln, MB E350. I couldn't believe the RL when I drove it somewhat reluctantly. Incredible road hugging and plenty of power with 300 hp for a v6. You can punish this car and it keeps coming back for more. I almost went for the Lexus GS 350 but felt it was rough riding and a little noisy compared to the RL. The GS 460 would have been more fun but much more expensive. Great technology and maybe the best GPS and Bose stereo with noise abatement. Cabin is whisper quiet. I got 26 mpg on 160 mile highway trip. Not bad. Fit and finish among the best. I will enjoy this car for 36 month lease, I know.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

I now volunteer to run errands

hkl in TX, 08/02/2008
2009 Acura RL Technology Package 4dr Sedan AWD (3.7L 6cyl 5A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful

Had it a week and I'm very pleased. Wanted a sports sedan with all the luxury/tech appointments. Drove E-Class, 5-series, M-35, 09 Maxima and Lexus GS. No major weaknesses vs. competition. If you are looking at this class, test the RL. Improved low end torque is a big plus vs. 08 model. Not as fast off the line as the 535, but as fast as the rest. Sports mode helps with initial acceleration, but not necessary after that. Quiet smooth ride. Not as noisy or bumpy as the GS and doesn't feel like a big boat like the M-35. Technology and radio are excellent. Interior comfort is awesome. Other brands more recognizable, but this is a better car.

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5 out of 5 stars

A good as them all

dado, 05/08/2008
2008 Acura RL 4dr Sedan AWD w/Technology Package (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful

I have had all the luxury sedans. You name it and I have had it including BMW, MB, Jag and Infiniti. I leased the RL with a few doubts but it is a driver's machine. The 4 wheel drive is really amazing and you can push this car hard on the curves and it comes back for more. Fit and finish is superb. I look forward to the office commute every day.

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