Overview & Reviews

The RL receives only minor changes for the 2004 model year. The dash has been slightly revised to accommodate a newly available XM radio. To accompany the digital-quality sound from XM radio, there's a new Bose audio system with two additional speakers and an in-dash six-disc CD changer. The previously optional navigation system is now standard on the RL, as is driver-side power lumbar adjustment.

• Quiet cabin, smooth ride, standardized features list, excellent build quality.

• Lackadaisical acceleration, some luxury features not available, little inclination for sport, costs as much as more modern European sedans.

User Reviews:

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  Great value - 2004 Acura RL
  By NickP - March 11 - 10:55 am

  This is our 5th used RL. All have been bullet proof. While it lacks the go of a V-8 it still has good performance with excellent comfort. Excellent sound system and navigation. Averages around 20 mpg. Is a great highway cruiser and is wifes favorite car. Its no wonder it is hard to find a low mileage one!

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  Its an Acura - 2004 Acura RL
  By joan - December 22 - 4:08 pm

  Since I have been driving Acuras since 1996, all I can say is that they are very reliable cars. All the bells and whistles one could wish for come standard with the exception of a navigation system. Your mother would love it as well as your child.

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  Not A Bad Car For the Price - 2004 Acura RL
  By Jag Lover - August 24 - 12:27 am

  Pretty Good Gas Mileage, Great for off the Line, Ok passing, when punching there is a large blank spot of no speed 3/4 of the pedal pushed. Tough Leather, I think it will last forever!! Love the STANDARD heated seats and Navigation!!!

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  A "great" Deal - 2004 Acura RL
  By willie - July 29 - 12:22 pm

  I was fed up with high maintenance $$$ of my BMW. Refused to pay high price $$$ for Lexus. A friend, car salesman, suggested Acura RL which has everything but is not flashy! Got it for a steal "brand new" on ebay! I admit it doesnt handle like the BMW, BUT its a better value for the cost. I actually like the more classy, conservative look of the 04 vs the "all- look-the-same" look of the 05!

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  Great car - 2004 Acura RL
  By Arnold Tesh - March 24 - 10:11 am

  This automobile is exactly what you would expect when you talk luxury and comfort. Since I bought this car, I hate to fly--even first class.

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  Excellent car - 2004 Acura RL
  By acura rl - January 6 - 12:59 am

  Ive had my Acura for over a year now and enjoy it very much. Ive had no problems with it and love the navigational system, Onstar, and XM radio, all standard features. The Acura wont win a lot of races, but the power is adaquate for my driving, and the ride is smooth, quiet and enjoyable. Lots of people comment positively about the looks of the car when its parked.

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  acura happy - 2004 Acura RL
  By natezin - December 30 - 4:04 am

  This is my 4th Acura. All are pleasant and reliable. Car has all features needed in a luxury car. Classy styling that tells the world you have something important, but you are not rubbing it in their faces. Sat radio not important to me, but On Star is valuable, as well as Nav system.

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  Lovely Car for the money - 2004 Acura RL
  By Gardiner Westbound - November 28 - 9:47 am

  Refined, responsive, and nicely appointed. Intelligently designed and well executed. On Consumer Reports Most Reliable list.

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  Solid as Steel - 2004 Acura RL
  By atbeach - October 31 - 1:00 am

  This is my second RL in 3 years. It continues to reflect great quality and workmanship. The new 05 will provide the extra ponies needed. A very reliable car and the service is excellent. Continue to think Acura just makes a good product. Only negative is HP and placement of Nav screen which has a problem with sun relfection.

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  Great Luxury Vehicle - 2004 Acura RL
  By Miralee - October 19 - 2:00 am

  The Japanese have it together. They know how to take the best ideas, perfect them and the processes to build them, and make an unbeatable path to market. Unless US manufacturers can make a significant paradigm shift and radically change production methods and processes, we have given away one more card in the poker game of World Powers.