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Acura RL Horsepower & Torque (2002 - 2012): How Much Power Does A RL Have?

Researched By The AutoPadre Research Team


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.

Scroll down to explore detailed horsepower and torque data below.

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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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