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Acura
RL Review
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2008 Acura RL is a luxury performance sedan
available in two trims, sedan and technology
package. The technology package features a
Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS),
adaptive cruise control and Michelin
run-flat tires. Both trims are equipped
with a standard 3.5-liter, V6, 225-horsepower
engine that achieves 18-mpg in the city
and 24-mpg on the highway. A 4-speed automatic
transmission with overdrive is standard.
The 2008 3.5 RL is unchanged from 2002.
Although
the new 2008 Acura 3.5 RL is a luxury sedan,
it performs very well in the city and on
a winding country road as well. The RL is
equipped with antilock breaks on all 4 wheels
and its optional dual wishbone suspension
is unbeatable of holding the road. We highly
recommend this new 2008 Acura 3.5 RL for
those who are considering entering the luxury
class of automobiles.
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Acura
RL Specifications
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| Engine |
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3.5L
displacement single overhead cam (SOHC)
V6 cylinder configuration gas engine
24 valves 225 hp @ 5200 rpm
231 ft-lbs. @ 2800 rpm premium unleaded fuel |
| DriveTrain
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| 4-speed
automatic transmission front wheel drive |
| Exterior
Features |
alloy
rims 16 x 7.0 in. rims
P225/55VR16 tires all season tires
speed sensitive wipers power glass sunroof
rear defogger |
| Safety
Features and Ratings |
ventilated
front disc / solid rear disc brakes 4-wheel ABS
traction control stability control
front side-mounted airbags front seatbelt pretensioners
rear door child safety locks child seat anchors
emergency interior trunk release rear center 3-point belt
2 front headrests 2 rear headrests
remote anti-theft alarm system engine immobilizer
xenon high intensity discharge headlamps dusk sensing
headlamps
front fog lights |
| Front
Seats |
5
person total seating capacity bucket front seats
leather upholstery 8-way power driver seat
driver seat with adjustable lumbar support heated driver
seat
4-way power passenger seat heated passenger seat |
| Rear
Seats |
bench
rear seat folding with storage and pass-thru center armrest
rear heating ducts |
| Power
Features |
remote
power door locks power windows
power mirrors heated mirrors |
| Convenience
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cruise
control speed-proportional power steering
tilt and telescopic steering wheel audio and cruise controls
on steering wheel
front and rear cupholders remote trunk release
front door pockets front seatback storage
cargo net front 12v power outlet(s)
front console with storage overhead console with storage
universal remote transmitter (for garage door, security
system, etc.) |
| Comfort |
climate
control interior air filtration
front and rear reading lights dual illuminating vanity
mirrors
leather-wrapped steering wheel leather trim on shift knob
wood trim on dash wood and leather trim on doors
wood and leather trim on center console front and rear
floor mats
trunk light
Memorized settings
memorized settings for 2 drivers memorized settings includes
driver seat
memorized settings includes steering wheel memorized settings
includes exterior mirrors
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| In
Car Entertainment |
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Bose
premium brand stereo system AM/FM cassette 6-CD stereo
multi-CD located in trunk 225 watts stereo output
8 total speakers element antenna
Telematics
OnStar telecommunications service
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| Other Acura
Models |
| Acura
engineering never rests on past accomplishments. It can't,
because the innovative and perfectionist culture of the
Acura division is always pushing the boundaries of technology.
It stays on the cutting edge because it sharpens that
edge itself. Acura was the first Japanese premium nameplate
in the U.S. It was the first to create an all-aluminum
production car, the Acura NSX. It was the first to introduce
an in-dash satellite-linked navigation system, in the
3.5 Acura RL. And Acura is
also the first luxury import brand to design and assemble
cars in the U.S., starting with the Acura
CL and Acura TL models.
Acura has also brought to market an SUV in the Acura
MDX, that is inspired by Acura's luxurious history
and endless pursuit of perfection evidenced even in the
Acura Integra model.
Some
key engineering highlights for Acura
Vehicles include: development of the VTEC™
(Variable Valve Timing and Lift Electronic Control)
system, the first-ever variable valve timing system
for cars; an advanced double-wishbone upper and lower
control arm suspension system; drive-by-wire throttle;
and the development of advanced safety systems like
a dual-stage front passenger's air bag, a height- and
position-sensing side impact air bag for the front passenger,
and the Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) system. All this
is evident in the engineering aspect of the Acura
Type-S vehivle. Acura engineering has set benchmarks
for other marques, for nearly as long as there have
been Acura cars.
Check
back periodically for the latest Acura CL review information
and specs which we update monthly.
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