The RL Premium is equipped with a Honda 3.5 liter six-cylinder engine that utilizes 24 valves. The VTEC engine is mated to a Honda 4-speed Transaxle. This configuration has proven to be a successful design for Acura.

Steering control is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The RL comes equipped with power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. The car uses coil front springs and coil in the rear.

Statistics

The RL is 195.10 inches long, 71.30 inches wide, and 54.50 inches high. It has a wheelbase of 114.60 inches. It is able to seat 5 comfortably.

The standard warranty period for the RL is 60* months, or 50,000* miles, whichever comes first. This is standard in the sedan market.

The listed retail price in 1996 (MSRP) was $41,000, with a dealer invoice cost of an industry-average price. This price is in line with the industry average price for a four-door Sedan.

Fuel Efficiency

The fuel system for the 1996 RL is a PGM-FI system, running on gasoline . The fuel is regulated by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design.

The RL Premium received a miles-per-gallon rating of nineteen in-city driving and twenty five when it came to highway driving. Being a gas-powered non-hybrid car, this was within normal parameters.

In Summary

The 1996 model year was unsuccessful for the Acura RL. The introduction of several trim levels (along with the Premium version) meant that buyers had several options to choose from..

Tags: 4-Door, Acura RL, Premium, Sedan, United States market

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