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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  Nighthawk Review - 2005 Acura RL
  By Dale - July 31 - 8:53 pm

  Has a very solid feel, grips road like a sports car. Smooth ride with killer stereo. Draws attention on the road.

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  not what i expected from a $50 k car - 2005 Acura RL
  By Peter - July 30 - 2:13 am

  the car looks nice on the outside and in, but has the acceleration of a v6 accord. i was very disappointed with the acceleration of the car and the sound the engine makes- it just sounds like a weak car.

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  I LOVE THIS AUTOMOBILE - 2005 Acura RL
  By Jack Burke - June 14 - 10:36 pm

  I have only owned auto for two months and every day I become more impressed. To begin with, it is a real "Head Turner" and its luxurious white color with cashmere interior is truly striking. The technology package has to be the very best on the market, although I must admit it took some time to be able to put it all into effective use! But, it is time well spent. The Navigation, Boze Surround Sound, and Bluetooth systems are all outstanding. This is all topped off by the fantastic handling supplied by the All-Wheel Drive system. It is just a great automobile and a great price/performer, which I think far outdistances its competitors (and I tried them all!) Edmunds low rating is a surprise.

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  Great driving experience so far - 2005 Acura RL
  By Prakash - May 21 - 10:23 am

  After a lot of deliberations decided to go for RL instead of LS430(couldnt justify shelling out extra 15k for loaded LS). No regrets so far. Ride is superb as is the audio and SH-AWD. It has several high tech electronic gadgets and almost all of them are very easy to use. The interior is very luxurious.

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  Robertos review. - 2005 Acura RL
  By Roberto - April 22 - 11:43 pm

  The car is a pleasure to drive. Its acceleration and movements are excellent. Very comfortable interior with easy to use controls. The voice activation system requires some practice, though, but works fine. Excellent audio system. And the price is competitive when you compare it to the BMW 530.

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  HAPPY - 2005 Acura RL
  By WILLIAM VAN ALEN - March 18 - 5:23 am

  This is the best car Ive ever driven. It holds the road better and driving at night is a joy. The navigation system works like a dream and the transmission is like silk in changing gears almost seamlessly.

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  Happy Owner - 2005 Acura RL
  By Nonsense31 - January 10 - 8:36 pm

  I had a choice of this or Mercedes E500 I chose this because the Acura RL offers so much more to offer and has a different look. Im tired of the same cars on the roads. I got more for my money and from what I hear the Mercedes are in the shop a lot and at a big cost.

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  Redondo Red P - 2005 Acura RL
  By BobB - September 14 - 8:56 pm

  An excellent auto with well thought out features for road trips and finding places in the big city (Chicago). XM is wonderful and AM/FM just as fine. CD player works well and 6 cds a time is great. Fit and finish on par with MB and Lexus if not better. Navigation feature the best I have ever seen and even got me out of a traffic circle. Ride smooth, acceleration good and quite adequate for an ex-Suburban driver. Would recommend to anyone who wants a higher end auto.

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  Outstanding automobile - 2005 Acura RL
  By steven - August 21 - 6:43 am

  This is one outstanding car; must be DRIVEN to be appreciated. I love the attention that was paid to the technology in the car--very impressive and enjoyable.

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  A pleasure, indeed. - 2005 Acura RL
  By Iman - August 18 - 7:50 am

  We purchased the vehicle and then proceeded to drive it over 4000 miles on an extended holiday. The car handled beautifully, the sound system is extraordinary and the ability to receive and respond to calls without having to handle our cell phone is, indeed a wonderful safety measure. Surprising but much to our satisfaction was the fact that we realized over 26 miles to the gallon of gas while on the highway.