The Acura RL, produced from 1996 to 2012, was Acura's flagship luxury sedan, showcasing a blend of premium features and evolving performance technology.
From 2002 to 2012, the RL experienced significant powertrain advancements.
It began with a 3.5L V6 producing 225 hp and 231 lb-ft of torque and progressed to a 3.7L V6 delivering 300 hp and 271 lb-ft.
In 2005, Acura introduced Super Handling All-Wheel Drive (SH-AWD), enhancing power distribution and traction.
Transmission options evolved from a 4-speed automatic to a 6-speed automatic, improving efficiency and performance.
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Second Generation: 2005-2012
The second-generation Acura RL (2005-2012) featured a 3.5L V6 engine producing 290 hp and 256 lb-ft of torque, later upgraded to a 3.7L V6 with 300 hp and 271 lb-ft of torque.
Both engines utilized Acura's Super Handling All-Wheel Drive (SH-AWD) system, which introduced torque vectoring for improved power distribution.
Notable advancements included the transition from a 5-speed automatic to a 6-speed automatic transmission in 2011, enhancing performance and efficiency.
2012 Acura RL Horsepower
The 2012 Acura RL is equipped with a 3.7L engine that produces 300 horsepower and 271 lb-ft of torque.
This vehicle features an all-wheel-drive (AWD) drivetrain and utilizes a 6-speed automatic transmission.
2012 Acura RL Horsepower And Torque
Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
Advance Sedan |
3.7L | V6 | 6 Spd Auto | AWD |
300 hp @ 6,300 rpm |
271 ft-lbs @ 5,000 rpm |
Sedan |
3.7L | V6 | 6 Spd Auto | AWD |
300 hp @ 6,300 rpm |
271 ft-lbs @ 5,000 rpm |
Technology Sedan |
3.7L | V6 | 6 Spd Auto | AWD |
300 hp @ 6,300 rpm |
271 ft-lbs @ 5,000 rpm |
2011 Acura RL Horsepower
The 2011 Acura RL is equipped with a 3.7L engine that produces 300 horsepower and 271 lb-ft of torque.
This vehicle features an all-wheel-drive (AWD) drivetrain and a 6-speed automatic transmission with overdrive.
2011 Acura RL Horsepower And Torque
Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
Advance Sedan |
3.7L | V6 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
300 hp @ 6,300 rpm |
271 ft-lbs @ 5,000 rpm |
Sedan |
3.7L | V6 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
300 hp @ 6,300 rpm |
271 ft-lbs @ 5,000 rpm |
Technology Sedan |
3.7L | V6 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
300 hp @ 6,300 rpm |
271 ft-lbs @ 5,000 rpm |
2010 Acura RL Horsepower
The 2010 Acura RL is equipped with a 3.7L engine that produces 300 horsepower.
This vehicle delivers 271 lb-ft of torque and is paired with an all-wheel-drive (AWD) drivetrain.
Transmission is a 5-speed automatic with overdrive.
2010 Acura RL Horsepower And Torque
Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
Sedan |
3.7L | V6 | 5 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
300 hp @ 6,300 rpm |
271 ft-lbs @ 5,000 rpm |
Technology Sedan |
3.7L | V6 | 5 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
300 hp @ 6,300 rpm |
271 ft-lbs @ 5,000 rpm |
2009 Acura RL Horsepower
The 2009 Acura RL is equipped with a 3.7L engine that produces 300 horsepower and 271 lb-ft of torque.
This vehicle features an all-wheel-drive (AWD) drivetrain and is paired with a 5-speed automatic transmission with overdrive.
2009 Acura RL Horsepower And Torque
Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
Sedan |
3.7L | V6 | 5 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
300 hp @ 6,300 rpm |
271 ft-lbs @ 5,000 rpm |
Technology Sedan |
3.7L | V6 | 5 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
300 hp @ 6,300 rpm |
271 ft-lbs @ 5,000 rpm |
2008 Acura RL Horsepower
The 2008 Acura RL is equipped with a 3.5L engine that produces 290 horsepower and 256 lb-ft of torque.
This vehicle features an all-wheel-drive (AWD) drivetrain and a 5-speed automatic transmission with overdrive.
2008 Acura RL Horsepower And Torque
Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
Sedan |
3.5L | V6 | 5 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
290 hp @ 6,200 rpm |
256 ft-lbs @ 5,000 rpm |
Navigation Sedan |
3.5L | V6 | 5 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
290 hp @ 6,200 rpm |
256 ft-lbs @ 5,000 rpm |
2007 Acura RL Horsepower
The 2007 Acura RL is equipped with a 3.5L engine that produces 290 horsepower and 256 lb-ft of torque.
This vehicle features an all-wheel-drive (AWD) drivetrain and a 5-speed automatic transmission with overdrive.
2007 Acura RL Horsepower And Torque
Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
Sedan |
3.5L | V6 | 5 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
290 hp @ 6,200 rpm |
256 ft-lbs @ 5,000 rpm |
Navigation Sedan |
3.5L | V6 | 5 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
290 hp @ 6,200 rpm |
256 ft-lbs @ 5,000 rpm |
2006 Acura RL Horsepower
The 2006 Acura RL is equipped with a 3.5L engine that produces 290 horsepower and 256 lb-ft of torque.
This vehicle features an all-wheel-drive (AWD) drivetrain and a 5-speed automatic transmission with overdrive.
2006 Acura RL Horsepower And Torque
Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
Sedan |
3.5L | V6 | 5 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
290 hp @ 6,200 rpm |
256 ft-lbs @ 5,000 rpm |
Navigation Sedan |
3.5L | V6 | 5 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
290 hp @ 6,200 rpm |
256 ft-lbs @ 5,000 rpm |
2005 Acura RL Horsepower
The 2005 Acura RL is equipped with a 3.5L engine that produces 300 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque.
This vehicle features an all-wheel-drive (AWD) drivetrain and a 5-speed automatic transmission with overdrive.
2005 Acura RL Horsepower And Torque
Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
Sedan |
3.5L | V6 | 5 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
300 hp @ 6,200 rpm |
260 ft-lbs @ 5,000 rpm |
Navigation Sedan |
3.5L | V6 | 5 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
300 hp @ 6,200 rpm |
260 ft-lbs @ 5,000 rpm |
First Generation: 1996-2004
The 1996-2004 Acura RL (KA9) featured a 3.5L longitudinally mounted V6 engine (C35A) producing 225 hp and 231 lb-ft of torque, paired exclusively with a 4-speed automatic transmission and front-wheel drive.
This generation marked the last use of Honda's C-series V6 engines, which lacked variable valve timing (VTEC), before transitioning to the J-series engines.
Notably, the 2004 RL became the first production sedan to offer satellite radio as standard equipment.
2004 Acura RL Horsepower
The 2004 Acura RL is equipped with a 3.5L engine that produces 225 horsepower.
This engine also delivers a torque output of 231 lb-ft, paired with a 4-speed automatic transmission with overdrive.
The drivetrain configuration for this model is front-wheel drive.
2004 Acura RL Horsepower And Torque
Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
3.5 Sedan |
3.5L | V6 | 4 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
225 hp @ 5,200 rpm |
231 ft-lbs @ 2,800 rpm |
3.5 Navigation Sedan |
3.5L | V6 | 4 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
225 hp @ 5,200 rpm |
231 ft-lbs @ 2,800 rpm |
2003 Acura RL Horsepower
The 2003 Acura RL is equipped with a 3.5L engine that produces 225 horsepower.
This engine also delivers a torque output of 231 lb-ft, paired with a 4-speed automatic transmission with overdrive.
The drivetrain configuration for this model is front-wheel drive (FWD).
2003 Acura RL Horsepower And Torque
Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
3.5 Sedan |
3.5L | V6 | 4 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
225 hp @ 5,200 rpm |
231 ft-lbs @ 2,800 rpm |
3.5 Navigation Sedan |
3.5L | V6 | 4 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
225 hp @ 5,200 rpm |
231 ft-lbs @ 2,800 rpm |
2002 Acura RL Horsepower
The 2002 Acura RL is equipped with a 3.5L engine that produces 225 horsepower.
This engine also delivers a torque output of 231 lb-ft, paired with a front-wheel-drive system and a 4-speed automatic transmission with overdrive.
2002 Acura RL Horsepower And Torque
Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
3.5 Sedan |
3.5L | V6 | 4 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
225 hp @ 5,200 rpm |
231 ft-lbs @ 2,800 rpm |
3.5 Navigation Sedan |
3.5L | V6 | 4 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
225 hp @ 5,200 rpm |
231 ft-lbs @ 2,800 rpm |
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