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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  Im lovin it - 2005 Acura RL
  By richard m - August 3 - 3:44 am

  I use my RL for my short commute to work, and taking the family around the town, its just terrific. It has every feature that I need, and a lot I will never use. The 6 cylinder engine puts out more than ample power. This is a great car and i would recommend it to anyone who can afford its steep price.

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  Acura RL - 2005 Acura RL
  By Acura RL - August 3 - 12:32 am

  If you want to be pampered, this is the car to purchase. Though not short in performance, its strength is its smooth effortless ride and its on board technology. Best navigation package in the market with a full compliment of voice activated systems.

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  RL Topped My Nearly Purchased 2K5 MB - 2005 Acura RL
  By BillFinkRI - June 7 - 10:16 am

  I was just about to purchase my 3rd brand new MB when I accidentally ended up in the Acura dealers parking lot. I was taking "that" drive to make that final purchase decision on the MB, but...the rest is history. There isnt any reason to purchase a Luxury sedan with half the features of the RL and at 1/3 a higher price. Compare the RLs features, size, and safety features against the MB "E" class. (Whoops, dont forget to look at the price tag after you do that.)

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  MG - 2005 Acura RL
  By MG - February 20 - 10:33 pm

  A very quiet car to drive and the Bose Stereo system is something to be heard. Incredible sound and with the quiet ride it makes the experience even more enjoyable. The navigation system, sat radio and other voice activated features are very easy to use and interface with. Cornering capability is tight and holds the road very well. At night the road is well eluminated by the adaptive headlight system.

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  What a car - How much fun!! - 2005 Acura RL
  By JMC - January 19 - 10:06 am

  First car I decided to buy brand new, got it with 11 miles. Im very fortunate to have gotten such a great car for my first buy. Its just a fun car to drive and I feel proud to own one. Dont miss out on this car - you wont regret it for a second!!!

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  A True Flagship - 2005 Acura RL
  By Travis - January 18 - 1:50 pm

  The 2005 RL is without a doubt the TRUE FLAGSHIP of the Acura Line..finally a competent successor to the Acura Legend ..since discontinued... Unbelievable sound system...wonderful handling..elegant cabin..and amendities which are endless.. Once you sit in this NEW RL...you wont want to get out...worth giving a spin for sure....

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  Acura RL at 500 miles - 2005 Acura RL
  By nyuboy23 - January 13 - 1:50 pm

  Great car, by far the best value in its class. Acceleration slow at start due to its low torque, but from 30-100mph it is comparable to the bmw 540 (my old car). Excellent interior design, all wheel drive system makes it turn like a European car... excellent handling at high speed... excellent design

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  RL - 2005 Acura RL
  By Mark Shedrofsky - January 5 - 1:20 am

  Great car. The interior is fabulous, the exterior could look a bit more elegant. With all wheel drive the car handles incredibly well. XM Radio and hands free Blue tooth phone capability is great. Using the voice commands to adjust almost anything is nice, especially in bad weather, when you dont want to take your eyes off the road to adjust a dial.

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  2005 Acura RL - 2005 Acura RL
  By Waltermac - December 15 - 12:56 pm

  We had a bad accident in the rain in an FWD performance car (Volvo S60). The car spun out of control when the front weels hydroplaned. RWD and AWD had to be considered for the next purchase. I tried a number of all wheel drive alternatives (Audi, Volvo, BMW) and the RL was the only one that didnt plow around corners at speed. The responsiveness of the RL to driver input is terrific, and the handling is better than a BWW or Mercedes, IMHO. I think the cars exterior style is much better than you can you can see in photos. In person it has a wonderful agressive stance. The interior is beautiful, and well assembled: no rattles, very quiet, very Lexus like.

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  2005 Acura RL - 2005 Acura RL
  By Ron Bowness - November 29 - 2:56 am

  I live in a very snow ridden area and this vehicle is amazing in the snow, my driveway is on a grade and I live on top of a big hill, no Problem.