So, with what is expected to be eye-opening handling and adrenaline inducing acceleration, combined with a full load of technical wizardry plus Acura's renowned fuel economy, build quality and reliability, the RL should find its way out of obscurity and into many more executive garages than the previous version. It will take some time for the new car to attach itself to the collective consciousness of the upwardly mobile, of course, but once on the radar screen Acura should have a sales success on its hands. And don't expect any noticeable changes before this "prototype" arrives at your local dealer this fall.
Specifications:
- Price Range (estimated MSRP): $60,000 - $70,000
- Body Type: 4-door sedan
- Layout: front engine, AWD
- Engine: 300 hp, 3.5-L, SOHC, 24-valve V6
- Transmission: 5-spd auto with manual mode and steering wheel paddles
- Brakes (front/rear): disc/disc, ABS
- Curb Weight: N/A
- Exterior Dimensions (L/W/H/WB): 4,915 / 1,845 / 1,450 / 2,800 mm (193.5 / 72.6 / 57.1 / 110.2 in)
- Seating Capacity: 5
- Cargo Volume (trunk): N/A
- Fuel Economy EPA city/hwy: N/A
- Warranty (mo/km): 36/60,000 km comprehensive - 60/100,000 powertrain
- Direct Competitors: Audi A6, BMW 5-Series, Cadillac STS, Chrysler 300-Series, Infiniti M45, Jaguar S-Type, Lexus GS 300/430, Lincoln LS, Mercedes-Benz E-Class, Nissan Maxima, Oldsmobile Aurora, Pontiac Bonneville SSE, Saab 9-5, Volkswagen Passat, Volvo S60
- Web Site: www.acura.ca
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