The Acura RL has been the flagship model from the manufacturers and there is much to look forward to here knowing how the series has developed over time. The 2011 Acura RL model is given a face-lift to introduce the series’ latest design concept.
Needless to say, the Acura lineup has been deprived of the posh appeal that luxury vehicles are known for delivering.
The standard model comes with 3.7-liter V6 engine with a maximum of 300 horsepower. 2011 Acrua RL will release sometime mid 2011
On paper, the 2011 Acura RL seems like a pretty desirable midsize luxury sedan. Acura has also replaced the RL's previous five-speed automatic with a new six-speed unit. Handling also remains a praiseworthy RL attribute, thanks to the car's advanced Super Handling All-Wheel Drive (SH-AWD) system, which can apportion torque to individual wheels to improve both traction and handling balance.
Standard equipment on the RL includes 18-inch alloy wheels, automatic xenon headlights, a sunroof, keyless ignition/entry, heated 10-way power front seats with driver memory functions, a power tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, leather upholstery, dual-zone automatic climate control, rear-seat climate controls, an auto-dimming mirror, a power rear sunshade and manual rear side sunshades.
Also standard are Bluetooth phone and audio connectivity, voice commands for the audio and climate systems and a 10-speaker Bose surround-sound audio system with a six-CD changer, satellite radio, an auxiliary audio jack and a USB/iPod audio interface.
The RL with the Advance package adds adaptive cruise control and the Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS), along with power-folding side mirrors.
Every 2010 Acura RL comes with Acura's "Super-Handling" all-wheel-drive system that automatically apportions power to the optimum wheels for the best traction and handling, reacting to road conditions to deliver a superior all-weather automobile.
Powering the 2011 Acura RL is a 3.7-liter V6 that produces 300 hp and 271 pound-feet of torque. EPA-estimated fuel economy is 17 mpg city/24 mpg highway and 20 mpg combined.
Standard safety features for the Acura RL include antilock disc brakes with brake assist, front-seat side airbags, full-length side curtain airbags, active front head restraints and a stability-control system. In Edmunds brake testing, the RL delivered a lackluster 131-foot stop from 60 mph. The 2011 Acura RL features an attractive and well-built interior that is comparable to most other luxury sedans.
The standard 3.4-liter V6 engine that comes with the 2011 Acura RL gets 300 horsepower and 271 pound-feet of torque.
The interior of the 2011 Acura RL is truly exceptional. Voice controls come standard with all trims of the 2011 RL, producing a futuristic and exciting ambiance.
With so many new luxury sedans boasting great fuel economy ratings, the 2011 Acura RL's stand out like sore thumbs. If you're concerned about gas mileage, you may want to rethink the possibility of the 2011 RL. Furthermore, this sedan is sorely lacking in the cargo capacity department.
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2011 Acura RL Overviews
