2005 Acura RL: Tester's Comments
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- MSRP: $48,365 -$49,100
- Invoice: $43,060 -$43,714
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Find out what the Consumer Guide Automotive testers had to say about the 2005 Acura RL. See if the 2005 Acura RL is right for you.
Vehicle Evaluated
| Make/Model: | 2005 Acura RL |
|---|---|
| Trim Level: | Base |
| Arrival Date: | 02/18/2005 |
| Engine: | sohc V6 |
| Bodystyle | 4-door sedan |
| Transmission: | 5-speed automatic |
| 4WD/AWD: | Yes |
| Base Price: | 48,900 |
| Price as Tested: | 48,901 |
| Mileage at Beginning of Test: | 2320 |
| Mileage at End of Test: | 3327 |
| Total Measured Miles: | 1007 |
| Total Fuel Used: | 52.319 gals. |
| Consumer Guide Fuel Economy: | 19.25 mpg (what's this?) |
| Problems During Test: | None |
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Kirk Bell
This is one heck of a car. It provides excellent power, ambience, handling, room, and ride. I'd like to see the price lower than the $49,000 sticker, but even at that price it deserves our Recommended rating.
Mark Bilek
Regardless of price the RL is a very impressive car. At a tick under $50,000 is soundly bests competition in just about every driving dynamic. Though it has boring styling and no V8, it is still worth a look for those wanting luxury, technology with responsibility.
Rick Cotta
Aside from what is becoming the typical premium-car problem of too many functions controlled by confusing buttons and joystick actions, the RL suffers few flaws. Yet good as it is, it's a bit difficult to justify the price. Audi provides a V8 for about the same money, and a similarly equipped Infiniti G35X is at least 10 grand less.
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