Overview & Reviews

The RL is completely redesigned for 2005, and now sports a 300-horsepower V6 and standard all-wheel drive.

• Quiet cabin, handles well for a large sedan, excellent build and materials quality, unique all-wheel-drive system, innovative navigation system offers real-time traffic information.

• Lacks the low-end grunt of a V8, still lacks the prestige of its European competition.

User Reviews:

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  05 RL is my pride and joy - 2005 Acura RL
  By Nancy McKinley - January 28 - 11:05 pm

  Every time I get in this car I think about how much I love it. The sound system, satellite radio, and interactive command system are great, and not having to dig for a key every time I get in the car is really nice. I have had 2 other Acuras and a Honda, and I have no complaints. But this RL is the best!

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  First Blush - 2005 Acura RL
  By Big D - January 26 - 3:03 pm

  So far Im satisfied. It does what I expected. (My third Acura) However I am a little concerned/puzzled about the "throttle by wire" feature. I dont know if its a characteristic of the system, or there is a fuel injection problem. When I nudge the accelerator the vehicle hesitates, almost as if one snubed the brake, before it moves forward. Id appreciate reading about others experience in this regard.

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  Love the 05 RL - 2005 Acura RL
  By mebanedog - January 22 - 2:16 am

  Have now owned new Acura RL for one week. LOVE this car. The V6 is quicker than I thought it would be - it really flies, albeit not as pulse- raising as a BMW or Audi. LOVE the tiptronic - can really zoom in low gear. Have averaged 22.5 mpg in mixed suburban/highway driving. The ergonomics are spectacular. Absolutely the best overall VALUE in its class, no question.

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  An all in one package - 2005 Acura RL
  By Kim - January 18 - 3:27 am

  All the features youd want at an affordable price. This car has overexceeded my expectancies with the technology of today. I was in the market for an Infiniti G35 but fell in love with the RL as soon as I sat in it. Very impressive!

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  Acura RL 2005 Model - 2005 Acura RL
  By John Owings - January 17 - 6:23 pm

  The 05 RL is a fine automobile. The main complaint I have is on the transmission. The car does not downshift when slowing down to corner. As a result, the car will shudder at low speeds until you begin to accelerate and the transmission and the engine finally get back in sync. I have taken the car back to the dealer several times for the problem, they have installed the new software patch to solve the problem. But it does not work any better. I have called Acuras national service organization and had them review it and they say it is working per "specifications". It was a nice way to say they have blown it on the spec.

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  absolutely love this car - 2005 Acura RL
  By els - January 8 - 8:45 am

  extremely well handling and fun to drive car---super GPS. No problems thus far but still bought the 100,000 mile warranty---would hate to think something would go wrong with this complicated system after the regular warr. expires. Get 18MPG combined city/highway---but worth it.

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  Best of the best - 2005 Acura RL
  By Black05RL - January 6 - 3:50 pm

  This car has lived up to my expectations, and I am happy with my choice after narrrowing down to RL, A6 and 530i. Ride quality, interior features and quality and overall drivability are tops.

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  luxory car forless - 2005 Acura RL
  By Gus - January 4 - 1:27 am

  Drives great, Hard to make this car get out of track. I enjoy it, sporty, and sleek.

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  Cool, Classy, and Fun - 2005 Acura RL
  By H. Zipper - December 19 - 11:10 am

  When I first picked my RL up I was a bit anxious about all the new technology, but after days of playing and asking questions I fell in love with my car. I feel like a female Bond in it. The handling is superior to my other vehicles including my Lexus. Its built strong but sleek. It gets lots of head turns at the gas pump.

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  Truly A Drivers Car - 2005 Acura RL
  By carlover - December 19 - 1:25 am

  Wow what an amazing car. This car has got everything and I mean everything from SH-AWD the only AWD that transfer torque from the front and the back and also right and left. From the sun sensors when you have your AC they sense where the sun is to make everyone equal temperature even when the suns beating down. Two sunshades one on each rear window and one power one on the rear that when you have the sunshade up and you pop it into reverse it lowers. From keyless entry to the voice activated DVD and when you want fast food you click the button and say "Nearest Fast Food" and it brings up the nearest fast food place to where you are. Very comfortable seats and very quiet inside. BEST CAR EVER