A Better 2007′s Model: The Acura RL for 2008
A lot has been said about the Acura RL for 2008. As Acura's entry in the sedan market the RL (and in this case specically the Elite version) has maintained a solid reputation. The 4-door RL is especially appealing to wide market segment, making it a perfect car to help Acura as a brand in general.
Performance
The RL Elite is equipped with a Honda 3.5 liter six-cylinder engine that utilizes 24 valves. The VTEC engine is mated to a Honda 5-speed Transaxle. This configuration has proven to be a successful design for Acura.
Fuel is handled for the RL is a PGM-FI design, running on gasoline fuel. The gasoline is handled by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The capacity of the fuel tank is 19.40 gallons.
The RL uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The car uses coil and coil springs front and rear respectively.
RL Elite Statistics
The dimensions of the RL Elite are 72.70 inches wide by 193.60 inches long. It sits a comfortable 57.10 inches off the ground. It seats a standard five passengers, with 4 doors. The wheelbase of 110.20 allows for limited leg room for the backseat passengers.
The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $46,280 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of $41,560. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 4-door Sedan.
The standard warranty period for the RL is 48 months, or 50,000 miles, whichever comes first. This is standard in the sedan market.
Fuel Efficiency
The 2008 RL gets 24 miles/gallon on the highway and only 16 in the city. This is average for a sedan car.
In Summary
The 2008 model year was unsuccessful for the Acura RL. The introduction of several trim levels (along with the Elite version) meant that buyers had several options to choose from..
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