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2008 Acura RL Features Review

November 3, 2008

FEATURES | 10 out of 10

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the coolest features
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buy the RL if...you're a techie who appreciates the latest gadgets
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The 2008 Acura RL is a technology flagship that offers many cutting-edge features as standard and optional equipment.

Aside from the usual power features, climate control, and cruise control, standard items on the Acura RL include a keyless access/starting system and a Bose audio system with DVD-Audio. Edmunds reports that the Acura RL's "10-speaker surround-sound stereo with six-CD/DVD audio changer, satellite radio and optional iPod integration is one of the best in the business." In addition to this joy for audiophiles, Cars.com tells us that the 2008 Acura RL's "wealth of standard features includes leather upholstery, dual-zone automatic climate control and heated, power-adjustable front seats."

Options include a cutting-edge Technology Package, which features Acura's Collision Mitigation Braking System. Active Front Lighting, Adaptive Cruise Control, and a navigation system are bundled with the Technology Package. The RL's satellite navigation system includes a real-time traffic-monitoring function for major U.S. cities that can warn the driver of road delays ahead and suggest alternate routes. Cars.com says the system uses XM NavTraffic data to provide updates: “an 8-inch screen displays current traffic details, including flow, accidents and freeway construction so drivers can then select the least-congested route."

ForbesAutos reports the "Active Front Lighting system, which turns the headlights with the steering wheel," is now an option, instead of a standard feature.

Conclusion

The 2008 Acura RL, particularly when fitted with the Technology Package, has it all.

FEATURES | 10 out of 10Expert Quotes:the coolest featuresAutobloga wealth of standard featuresCars.combuy the RL if...you're a techie who appreciates the latest gadgetsForbesAutos The 2008 Acura RL is a technology flagship that offers many cutting-edge features as standard and optional equipment. Aside from the usual power features, climate control, and cruise control, standard items on the Acura RL include a keyless access/starting system and a Bose audio system with DVD-Audio. Edmunds reports that the Acura RL's "10-speaker surround-sound stereo with six-CD/DVD audio changer, satellite radio and optional iPod integration is one of the best in the business." In addition to this joy for audiophiles, Cars.com tells us that the 2008 Acura RL's "wealth of standard features includes leather upholstery, dual-zone automatic climate control and heated, power-adjustable front seats." Options include a cutting-edge Technology Package, which features Acura's Collision Mitigation Braking System. Active Front Lighting, Adaptive Cruise Control, and a navigation system are bundled with the Technology Package. The RL's satellite navigation system includes a real-time traffic-monitoring function for major U.S. cities that can warn the driver of road delays ahead and suggest alternate routes. Cars.com says the system uses XM NavTraffic data to provide updates: “an 8-inch screen displays current traffic details, including flow, accidents and freeway construction so drivers can then select the least-congested route." ForbesAutos reports the "Active Front Lighting system, which turns the headlights with the steering wheel," is now an option, instead of a standard feature. ConclusionThe 2008 Acura RL, particularly when fitted with the Technology Package, has it all. 2008 ACURA RL STYLING | [7 out of 10] Autoblog: "anonymous face and rather bland overall styling" J.D. Power: "fundamentally good-looking car, but it is bland" Kelley Blue Book: "from the front and side, the RL is unmistakably Acura " The 2008 Acura RL sports clean but not ...

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When it's time for you to step out of the smaller entry-level premium sedans, the 2008 Acura RL doesn't really stand out among the excellent competitors it faces. It's probably because the Acura RL is V-6 powered and uses all-wheel drive. The balance of competitors is either larger or more powerful, or it offers a V-8 or rear-wheel-drive--or some combination of the four. The Audi A6, BMW 5 Series, Cadillac STS, and Mercedes-Benz E-Class come in super-performance editions, while the Lexus GS is offered as a hybrid.

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