Overview & Reviews
The 3.5-liter RL now makes a generous 225 horsepower (up 15 from last year), and 231 pound-feet of torque, but a V8 engine still isn't available. The luxury sedan's double-wishbone suspension has been tuned for sportier handling characteristics this year, and wider, low-profile Michelins shoe the redesigned 16-inch alloy wheels. Noise and vibration should be quelled better by additional insulation material under the hood and dashboard, and the OnStar communications system makes its debut. Outside, the 2002 RL is freshened by new body-colored lower side sills, splash guards and roof strips.
- Full load of equipment, optional DVD navigation system, reputation for quality and reliability.
- Front-drive with a V6 in a sea of V8 RWD competitors, bland exterior styling.
User Reviews:
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Great Deal - 2002 Acura RL
By mdbrad - September 18 - 2:00 amAcura had a $4,000 dealer rebate thru Labor Day which I got the dealer to give to me. Thus, I "stole" my 02 RL for $34,225. That is truly an extraordinary price for such a finely built car. While I wish the mileage as better, the car is quite an upgrade from my 98 Accord EX with V-6. While the Accords engine was more responsive, the RL can certainly get out of it s own way on the road. The day after I bought it, I drove it 5 hours on a trip, and it is truly wonderful. An in-dash CD Player is a must for the next edition of the car, as is dual climate control and improved mileage. Just added the VTEC engine to this car would suffice.
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Poor Customer Support/Arragunt Responce - 2002 Acura RL
By srinip - September 18 - 2:00 amMy RL has manufacturing defect on paint. When I contacted Acura for this problem but no response for 10 days, time the rep said the case is with the manager for review. Same evening Case manage called me and was so rude and rough, He not only listined to my problem but putting alligations on me and said I can do whatever I can do. I was very much disappointed with the customer care the Acura does with their customers. Beware acura is selling RL for less (May be the defective models) not listed on any documents.
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comfort and style - 2002 Acura RL
By chief - September 2 - 2:00 amGreat vehicle comparible to Lexus luxury sedan or Mercedes E320 at about $20,000 less. Understated styling for those confident enough to drive a good car.
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Sunroof wind noise - 2002 Acura RL
By Sirsmokey - August 18 - 2:00 amOverall our experience has been very good except for the languishing wind noise coming out of the sunroof for which the dealer can do nothing about. We have to keep inner sunroof door closed at all times, especially at high speeds.
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Acyra RL - 2002 Acura RL
By strandbl - August 11 - 2:00 amExcellent automobile and underrated by people who write auto reviews. They want a rear wheel V8, but a front wheel V6 is quite adequate and the RL is a superb auto all the way around. Quality is unsurpassed. It is easy to spend more on cars in this category and get much less car compared to...than an RL.
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My VERY FIRST 3.5 RL ACURA - 2002 Acura RL
By LENG - August 3 - 2:00 amGreat looking car for a luxurious car. This car was a very reasonable price. Very comfortable to drive and enjoy. My in-law decided to purchase two more of the same vehicles at the unbelievable price.
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Love My RL - 2002 Acura RL
By Karin Diaz - July 10 - 2:00 amI tasted various Flagship Models but Acura RL offers the best value for my money.
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Luxury for less $ - 2002 Acura RL
By Giovanni Perlloni - July 8 - 2:00 amMore reliable than Mercedes E320 and BMW 530i, for less money. Acura RL offer the same power ride of the V8 and the smooth ride of the others luxury cars. The standard package is ok.
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Nothing comes close for the price - 2002 Acura RL
By Satire - July 6 - 2:00 amThis is my fifth Honda product (just gave up a 99 TL, had a 97 CL, 93 Accord Coupe & a 1985 Accord hatchback). Couldnt make up my mind between the RL, TL Type-S or wait for months for an MDX. Looked at several others. Got mine (w/o navi) for $35,500. The smoothness & the handling is surprisingly better than expected. Price & value won out. But am disappointed in a few things (see below). I must bring this up now as its the most amazingly stupid thing Ive ever seen......just what the heck is this push the close button twice on the sunroof thing all about?!?!? Love the one touch open but not the hold, release & hold again to get it fully closed. Dumb, dumb, dumb.
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Acuras Away - 2002 Acura RL
By D. Garrison - July 4 - 2:00 amLove the beast. Its much sleeker looking than the Lexus and for my dollar is a better buy. But yes it could use a V-8 and adjustable shock system.
