2008 Acura RL Features And Specs

Year

Style, Configuration, Engine Options

Trim

RL Automatic Package Includes

  • Interior

  • 8-way pwr driver/4-way pwr front passenger heated bucket seats w/pwr lumbar support

  • Perforated leather-trimmed seating

  • Center console storage

  • 12-volt pwr outlets for front & center console

  • Folding rear center armrest w/locking trunk pass-through

  • Carpeted front/rear floor mats

  • Leather-wrapped pwr tilt/telescopic steering wheel

  • Steering wheel mounted controls-inc

    cruise control, audio, telephone, voice recognition, multi-info display

  • Theft deterrent system w/electronic immobilizer

  • LED backlit gauges w/progressive illumination

  • Trip computer

  • Exterior temp indicator

  • Maintenance interval reminder

  • HandsFreeLink Bluetooth wireless telephone interface

  • Tire pressure monitor w/location & pressure indicators

  • Pwr windows w/auto up/down, auto-reverse, key-off feature

  • Pwr rear sunshade & manual side rear sunshades

  • Pwr door locks

  • Keyless access system w/driver recognition for seat, steering wheel, exterior mirrors, climate control, audio settings, navigation settings

  • HomeLink remote system

  • Remote trunk/fuel filler door releases

  • Dual zone auto climate control system w/air filtration

  • Rear window defroster w/timer

  • Bose AM/FM stereo w/6-disc in-dash CD/DVD-Audio/DTS changer-inc

    MP3/WMA, (10) speakers, surround sound system, Active noise cancellation

  • XM satellite radio *Available in 48 contiguous United States, first 90 days are free*

  • Integrated rear glass antenna

  • Electrochromic rearview mirror

  • Dual front & rear cup holders

  • Front/rear overhead map lights

  • Front door storage pockets

  • Dual illuminated visor vanity mirrors

  • Leather wrapped gear shift knob

  • Driver & front passenger seatback pockets

  • Exterior

  • Pwr moonroof w/tilt, auto-open/close, auto-reverse, key-off operation

  • Body-color front/rear bumpers

  • Body color side moldings

  • Xenon high intensity discharge (HID) headlights w/auto-on/off feature

  • Fog lights

  • Daytime running lights

  • Heated pwr mirrors w/integrated turn signals, reverse gear tilt-down

  • Heat-rejecting green-tinted safety glass

  • Speed-sensitive intermittent windshield wipers

  • Body color door handles w/front illuminated recesses

  • Entertainment

  • Engine

  • Engine Order Code

    NA

  • Engine Type and Required Fuel

    Gas V6

  • Displacement (liters/cubic inches)

    3.5L/212

  • Fuel System

    PGM-FI

  • Maximum Horsepower @ RPM

    290 @ 6200

  • Maximum Torque @ RPM

    256 @ 5000

  • Cooling System Capacity (quarts)

    9.1

  • Electrical

  • Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F

    550

  • Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)

    130

  • Safety

  • 4-wheel anti-lock disc brakes w/electronic brake distribution (EBD), brake assist

  • Driver & front passenger dual-stage airbag supplemental restraint system

  • Front side impact airbags w/passenger occupant position detection system

  • Front/rear side curtain airbags

  • 3-point front/rear seat belts w/front height adjustment, load limiters, pretensioners

  • LATCH child seat mounting system

  • Child-proof rear door locks

  • Emergency trunk opener

  • Vehicle stability assist (VSA) w/traction control

  • Advance Compatibility Engineering (ACE) body structure

  • Collapsible steering column

  • Side-impact door beams

  • Impact absorbing front/rear crumple zones

  • Daytime running lights

  • Steering

  • Steering Type

    Variable Pwr

  • Steering Ratio (:1)

    16.2

  • Turns, lock to lock

    2.98

  • Turning Diameter / Radius, curb to curb (feet)

    39.7

  • Turning Diameter / Radius, wall to wall (feet)

    NA

  • Mechanical

  • 3.5L SOHC PGM-FI 24-valve VTEC V6 engine

  • 5-speed sequential SportShift automatic transmission w/OD, grade logic control, paddle shifters

  • Vehicle stability assist (VSA) w/traction control

  • Super-Handling All-Wheel Drive (SH-AWD)

  • Independent double-wishbone front suspension

  • Independent multi-link rear suspension

  • Front/rear stabilizer bars

  • P245/50VR17 all-season performance tires

  • 17\ x 8\ aluminum alloy wheels

  • Compact spare

  • Speed-sensitive pwr rack & pinion steering

  • 4-wheel anti-lock disc brakes w/electronic brake distribution (EBD), brake assist

  • Integrated dual exhaust outlet

  • Suspension

  • Front Suspension Type

    Independent

  • Rear Suspension Type

    Independent

  • Front Shock Absorber Diameter (mm)

    NA

  • Rear Shock Absorber Diameter (mm)

    NA

  • Front Anti-Roll Bar Diameter (inches)

    1.14

  • Rear Anti-Roll Bar Diameter (inches)

    0.67

  • Towing

  • Maximum Trailer Weight, dead weight hitch (pounds)

    NA

  • Maximum Tongue Weight, dead weight hitch (pounds)

    NA

  • Maximum Trailer Weight, weight distributing hitch (pounds)

    NA

  • Maximum Tongue Weight, weight distributing hitch (pounds)

    NA

  • Transmission

  • Transmission Order Code

    NA

  • Transmission Description

    Automatic w/OD

  • Number of Transmission Speeds

    5

  • First Gear Ratio (:1)

    2.70

  • Second Gear Ratio (:1)

    1.57

  • Third Gear Ratio (:1)

    1.07

  • Fourth Gear Ratio (:1)

    0.69

  • Fifth Gear Ratio (:1)

    0.48

  • Reverse Ratio (:1)

    1.89

  • Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1)

    4.60

  • Clutch Size

    NA

  • Vehicle

  • EPA Classification

    Mid-Size

  • Drivetrain

    All Wheel Drive

  • Warranty

  • 4 Basic Years / 50,000 Basic Miles

  • 6 Drivetrain Years / 70,000 Drivetrain Miles

  • 5 Corrosion Years / Unlimited Corrosion Miles

  • 4 Roadside Assistance Years / 50,000 Roadside Assistance Miles

  • Brakes

  • Brake Type

    Pwr

  • Anti-Lock-Braking System

    4-Wheel

  • Front Brake Rotors, diameter x thickness (inches)

    12.6 x -TBD-

  • Rear Brake Rotors, diameter x thickness (inches)

    12.2 x -TBD-

  • Rear Drums, diameter x width (inches)

    NA