2005 Acura RL Consumer Reviews
Fuel Economy
19 mpg
Recent Consumer Reviews
(221 Total Reviews)
Electronics are a problem
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 7 | Build Quality: | 1 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 1 | Reliability: | 1 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
Vehicle
2005 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
Review
Drives great, but watch out for too many gadgets. Battery drain is a common problem, especially since awkward 2nd key position issue leads to frequent battery drains. Make sure you carry a jump box, I've owned the car for about 1.5 years and have had to jump it 20+ times.
Favorite Features
Styling is good.
Suggested Improvements
Fix the battery drain issue, simplify the 2nd key position so it doesn't happen.
1 out 2 people found this review helpful
Luxury does not need to cost more...
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2005 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
Review
When you determine the price you wish to pay for a luxury sedan and compare features with peer groups the choice is a snap especially with the all the "ginger bread" tech features. Will drive this car for many years to come... and style it's a beauty.
Favorite Features
Safety, comfort, great audio system.
Suggested Improvements
None!
7 out 8 people found this review helpful
Ultimate Driving Machine
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 10 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2005 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
Review
The ride and the drive are EXCELLENT. Drive 65 mph and you get 30+ mpg Road handling in rain & snow ? Handles without pain. The radio (XM) and the Bose!! Feels like you are in a concert hall.
Favorite Features
Road handling.
Suggested Improvements
Trunk space.
9 out 9 people found this review helpful
MY RL
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2005 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
Review
A great car. Driven weekly and often for short trips. No issues. One trip, Chicago to Orlando. Pleasure to drive, navigation system works well. Climate control and audio flawless. Would recommend this auto to anyone including grandmother.
Favorite Features
Navigation.
Suggested Improvements
More comfortable driver and passenger seating. Would make both seats work the same.
3 out 3 people found this review helpful
2005 Acura RL
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2005 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
Review
Car has performed much better than expected in all categories. Dependability has been especially good.
Favorite Features
All wheel drive, keyless entry, navigation and XM stereo are top three favorite features.
Suggested Improvements
V8 engine, however 3.5 6 cylinder has been exemplary in power/gas mileage.
2 out 2 people found this review helpful
Acura RL - Best of the Best
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2005 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
Review
Awesome car, I love it. The RL is fast, luxurious, roomy. It's the best purchase for me and my family.
Favorite Features
Suggested Improvements
Would love to have Sirius + XM radio.
1 out 1 people found this review helpful
Excellent Car
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 10 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2005 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
Review
This is an excellent car. Very well designed with all the features you need or want. Even better all the technology works and is easy to use. This is vastly different than so many of the other cars in its class. The BMW and Mercedes NAV Systems are hard to use and inferior, the Lexus GS has no back seat or trunk space, and the AWD puts all of them in the shade. It is a quality car for the real world, not a special use vehicle that can only be used part time for some things. The only thing I would add would be some additional torque since the AWD will allow it to be used effectively.
Favorite Features
Real time traffic and navigation system, Bluetooth, SH-AWD, and 30+ miles per gallon on the highway.
Suggested Improvements
More torque and a 6 speed automatic.
6 out 6 people found this review helpful
Bob's Car
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2005 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
Review
After much research and thinking between Toyota and Acura plus several test drives I decided on the Acura. I must say I am very happy. I have taken several trips from Chicago to Florida with no issues. I have navigation and it is a help and comfort. I once got lost in Milwaukee and the navigation system got me right out of trouble. I highly recommend this automobile.
Favorite Features
Climate control, Bose sound system, navigation.
Suggested Improvements
Increase adjustability of driver seat and add more adjustability to passenger seat.
Acura RL Luxury Bargain
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2005 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
Review
My 2005 Acura RL is state-of-the-art with a superior navigation system, live traffic alerts, and terrific voice command design. All of my luxuries come standard. The ride is terrific and wow does it ever take corner well. I have owned Mercedes, Lexus, and BMW in the past - I am now a permanent convert to the Acura RL. Best buy for the money, and, sexiest car I have ever owned. If you want luxury and performance at a bargain price get an RL!
Favorite Features
Navigation system with simple voice commands and live-time traffic alerts via navigation map. Voice command design keeps your eyes on the road. Keyless entry and operation. XM Radio - superb. Handling on corners and curvy roads makes driving this car fun. Stylish exterior design turns heads.
Suggested Improvements
Develop a hybrid version of this model.
4 out 4 people found this review helpful
My Golden Chariot
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2005 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
Review
I am 82 years of age and I am the one who furnished rides to all my friends day and night. I appreciate the headlight turning feature. I am a golfer and often take three friends on out of town trips so appreciate the size of the trunk. Also the sun screens in the back area are great.
Favorite Features
The rear view side mirrors capability of turning down so one can view the curb as one backs to park. The beeping as I near an obstacle in the back that I had installed extra.
Suggested Improvements
The road noise is much too loud. After driving Hondas for years I had promised myself the next auto would be quieter. The carpet strip as one enters is difficult to keep clean. It should be vinyl or leather.
3 out 3 people found this review helpful
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