Compare 2012 Acura RL - Details
| Pricing | |||
| MSRP | $48,200 | $47,200 | $46,830 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Invoice | $44,098 | $42,802 | $42,470 |
| Destination | $895 | $885 | $860 |
| Interior Edit | |||
| Air Conditioning, Front | Dual Zone Automatic | Dual Zone Automatic | Dual Zone Automatic |
| Air Filter | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Underseat Ducts | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Cargo Net | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo Tie Downs | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Clock | In-dash | In-dash | In-dash |
| Compass | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Cruise Control | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Cupholders | Front And Rear | Front And Rear | Front And Rear |
| Gear Shift Knob Trim | Leather/simulated Wood | Leather/simulated Wood | Leather/simulated Wood |
| 12V DC Power Outlet | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Ashtray | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Overhead Console | Mini | Mini | Mini |
| Floor Console | Full | Full | Full |
| Floor Mats | Carpeted Front And Rear | Carpeted Front And Rear | Carpeted Front And Rear |
| Front Windows | Power | Power | Power |
| Rear Windows | Power | Power | Power |
| 1-touch Window Up | Front And Rear | Front And Rear | Front And Rear |
| 1-touch Window Down | Front And Rear | Front And Rear | Front And Rear |
| Programmable Garage Door Opener | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Instrumentation | Analog | Analog | Analog |
| Driver Information Centre | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Tachometer | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Trip Computer | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Water Temp Gauge | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Low Fuel Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Service Interval Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Exterior Temperature Display | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Lighting - Glovebox | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Lighting - Map Lights | Front And Rear | Front And Rear | Front And Rear |
| Lighting - Dome Light | Fade | Fade | Fade |
| Lighting - Cargo Light | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Illuminated Vanity Mirrors | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Rear Window Defogger | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Rear View Mirror | Auto-dimming Day-night | Auto-dimming Day-night | Auto-dimming Day-night |
| Mirrors - Visor Vanity Mirrors | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Fuel Door Release | Power | Power | Power |
| Remote Trunk Release | Power | Power | Power |
| Retained Accessory Power | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Seatback Storage Pockets | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Tilt-Wheel Adjustable Steering Column | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Material | Leather/simulated Wood | Leather/simulated Wood | Leather/simulated Wood |
| Seats Edit | |||
| Front Seat Type | Sport Bucket | Sport Bucket | Bucket |
| Standard Seating | 5 Passengers | 5 Passengers | 5 Passengers |
| Front Driver Seat Direction Controls | 8-way Power | 8-way Power | 8-way Power |
| Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls | 8-way Power | 8-way Power | 8-way Power |
| Lumbar Support | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Front Armrests | Center | Center | Center |
| Front Head Restraints | Adjustable | Adjustable | Adjustable |
| Heated Front Seats | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Driver Heated-seatback | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Driver Heated-seatback | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Driver Heated-seatback |
| Memory | Driver | Driver | Driver |
| Rear Seats | Bench | Bench | Bench |
| Rear Armrest | With Pass-thru | With Pass-thru | With Pass-thru |
| Rear Head Restraints | 3 - Adjustable | 3 - Adjustable | 3 - Adjustable |
| Seat Trim | Leather | Leather | Leather |
| Entertainment Edit | |||
| Radio | XM AM/FM/Satellite, Seek-scan | XM AM/FM/Satellite, Seek-scan | XM AM/FM/Satellite, Seek-scan |
| CD Player | In-dash Mounted 6-disc | In-dash Mounted 6-disc | In-dash Mounted 6-disc |
| MP3 Capability | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Auxiliary Input Jack | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| DVD-Audio | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Voice Recognition | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Speakers | 10 Acura/Bose | 10 Acura/Bose | 10 Acura/Bose |
| Amplifier | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Speed-Sensitive Volume | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Bluetooth Compatibility | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Safety and Security Edit | |||
| Airbags, Frontal | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger |
| Airbags, Side Impact | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger |
| Airbags, Side Curtain | Curtain 1st And 2nd Row | Curtain 1st And 2nd Row | Curtain 1st And 2nd Row |
| Occupancy Sensor | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Traction Control | ABS And Driveline | ABS And Driveline | ABS And Driveline |
| Height Adjustable Seatbelts | Front | Front | Front |
| Seatbelt Pre-tensioners | Front | Front | Front |
| Headlights | High Intensity Low Beam, Xenon | High Intensity Low Beam, Xenon | High Intensity Low Beam, Xenon |
| Exterior Light Control | Programmable | Programmable | Programmable |
| Delay-off Headlamps | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Daytime Running Lights | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| LED Taillights | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Door Curb Lights | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Illuminated Entry | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Parking Assist | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Remote Keyless Entry | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) |
| Keyless Access System | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Panic Alarm | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Door Locks | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Power With 2 Stage Unlock |
| Rear Child Safety Door Locks | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Content Theft Deterrent Alarm System | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Ignition Disable | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| First Aid Kit | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Theft Deterrent Radio | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Low Tire Pressure Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Overview | |||
| Warranty Overview | Basic (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Powertrain (72 Month/70,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (60 Month/unlimited Mileage), Roadside Assistance (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Accessories (48 Month/50,000 Mileage) | Basic (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Powertrain (72 Month/70,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (60 Month/unlimited Mileage), Roadside Assistance (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Accessories (48 Month/50,000 Mileage) | Basic (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Powertrain (72 Month/70,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (60 Month/unlimited Mileage), Roadside Assistance (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Accessories (48 Month/50,000 Mileage) |
| Warranty Edit | |||
| Warranty - Basic | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles |
| Warrranty - Powertrain | 72 Months/70,000 Miles | 72 Months/70,000 Miles | 72 Months/70,000 Miles |
| Warranty - Corrosion Perforation | 60 Months/unlimited Miles | 60 Months/unlimited Miles | 60 Months/unlimited Miles |
| Warranty - Roadside Assistance | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles |
| Exterior Edit | |||
| Antenna | Window Grid | Window Grid | Window Grid |
| Body Material | Galvanized Steel/aluminum | Galvanized Steel/aluminum | Galvanized Steel/aluminum |
| Paint | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone |
| Bodyside Mouldings | Body-colored | Body-colored | Body-colored |
| Bodyside Insert | Chrome | Chrome | Chrome |
| Grille Trim | Metal-look | Metal-look | Metal-look |
| Fog/driving Lights | Front | Front | Front |
| Door Count | 4 Doors | 4 Doors | 4 Doors |
| Rear Cargo Door | Trunk | Trunk | Trunk |
| Tinted Windows | Light | Light | Light |
| Rear Window Type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed |
| Mirrors | Dual Power Remote W/tilt Down | Dual Power Remote W/tilt Down | Dual Power Remote W/tilt Down |
| Heated Door Mirrors | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Sunroof | 1st Row Regular Express Open/close Sliding And Tilting Glass | 1st Row Regular Express Open/close Sliding And Tilting Glass | 1st Row Regular Express Open/close Sliding And Tilting Glass |
| Spoiler | Lip | Lip | Lip |
| Front Tires | P245/45VR18.0 BSW Performance AS | P245/45VR18.0 BSW Performance AS | P245/45VR18.0 BSW Performance AS |
| Wheels | 18" Silver Aluminum | 18" Silver Aluminum | 18" Silver Aluminum |
| Spare Tire And Wheel | Compact Aluminum | Compact Aluminum | Compact Aluminum |
| Windshield Wipers - Front | Variable Intermittent | Variable Intermittent | Variable Intermittent |
| Mud Flaps | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Mechanical Edit | |||
| Engine | 3.7L V-6 | 3.7L V-6 | 3.7L V-6 |
| Engine - Valvetrain | SOHC | SOHC | SOHC |
| Brakes | 4-wheel Disc | 4-wheel Disc | 4-wheel Disc |
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) | 4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel |
| Brake Assist | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Drive Type | Super Handling All-Wheel Drive All Wheel | Super Handling All-Wheel Drive All Wheel | Super Handling All-Wheel Drive All Wheel |
| Engine Block Heater | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Exhaust | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel |
| Steering | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion |
| Speed Sensitive Steering | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Suspension Tuning | Regular | Regular | Regular |
| Front Suspension Type | Double Wishbone | Double Wishbone | Double Wishbone |
| Front Anti-roll Bar | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Front Shocks | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized |
| Front Springs | Coil | Coil | Coil |
| Rear Suspension Type | Multi-link | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Rear Anti-roll Bar | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Rear Shocks | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized |
| Rear Springs | Coil | Coil | Coil |
| Electronic Stability System | Vehicle Stability Assist | Standard | Standard |
| Sequential Shift Control | Sequential SportShift | Sequential SportShift | Sequential SportShift |
| Transmission | 6-spd W/OD | 6-spd W/OD | 5-spd W/OD |
| Axle Ratio | 3.72 | 3.72 | 4.53 |
| Locking/limited Slip Differential | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Specifications Edit | |||
| Exterior Length | 195.7 " | 195.7 " | 195.7 " |
| Exterior Body Width | 72.7 " | 72.7 " | 72.7 " |
| Exterior Height | 57.2 " | 57.2 " | 57.2 " |
| Engine | 3.7L V-6 | 3.7L V-6 | 3.7L V-6 |
| Horsepower | 300 @ 6,300 Rpm | 300 @ 6,300 Rpm | 300 @ 6,300 Rpm |
| Torque | 271 @ 5,000 Rpm | 271 @ 5,000 Rpm | 271 @ 5,000 Rpm |
| SAEJ1349 AUG2004 Compliant | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Fuel Economy - City | 17 Mpg | 17 Mpg | 16 Mpg |
| Fuel Economy - Highway | 24 Mpg | 24 Mpg | 22 Mpg |
| 0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s) | 5.7 Seconds | 5.7 Seconds | 5.8 Seconds |
| 1/4 Mile Time | 14.3 Seconds | 14.3 Seconds | 14.4 Seconds |
| 1/4 Mile Speed | 94 Mph | 94 Mph | 93 Mph |
| Lateral Acceleration (g) | .9 | .9 | .9 |
| Slalom Speed | 60 Mph | 60 Mph | 60 Mph |
| Bore-and-Stroke | 3.54/3.78 " | 3.54/3.78 " | 3.54/3.78 " |
| Curb Weight | 4,099 Lbs. | 4,099 Lbs. | 4,083 Lbs. |
| Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) | 5,050 Lbs. | 5,050 Lbs. | 4,980 Lbs. |
| Payload | 850 Lbs. | 850 Lbs. | N/A |
| Maximum Trailer Weight | 1,000 Lbs. | 1,000 Lbs. | 1,000 Lbs. |
| Wheelbase | 110.2 " | 110.2 " | 110.2 " |
| Front Track | 62.0 " | 62.0 " | 62.0 " |
| Rear Track | 62.4 " | 62.4 " | 62.4 " |
| Turning Radius | 19.4 '' | 19.4 '' | 18.1 '' |
| Ground Clearance | 5.7 " | 5.7 " | 5.7 " |
| Drag Coefficient | .30 | .30 | .30 |
| Front Legroom | 42.3 " | 42.3 " | 42.3 " |
| Rear Legroom | 36.3 " | 36.3 " | 36.3 " |
| Front Headroom | 38.4 " | 38.4 " | 38.4 " |
| Rear Headroom | 37.2 " | 37.2 " | 37.2 " |
| Front Hip Room | 55.1 " | 55.1 " | 55.1 " |
| Rear Hip Room | 54.0 " | 54.0 " | 54.0 " |
| Front Shoulder Room | 58.5 " | 58.5 " | 58.5 " |
| Rear Shoulder Room | 56.1 " | 56.1 " | 56.1 " |
| Luggage Volume | 13.1 Cu.ft. | 13.8 Cu.ft. | 13.1 Cu.ft. |
| Luggage Volume (max) | 13.1 Cu.ft. | 13.8 Cu.ft. | 13.1 Cu.ft. |
| Passenger Volume | 99 Cu.ft. | 99 Cu.ft. | 99 Cu.ft. |
| Fuel Tank | 19.4 Gal. | 19.4 Gal. | 19.4 Gal. |
| Cost To Own | |||
| NHTSA Frontal Crash Test Ratings Edit | |||
| Passenger's | N/A | N/A | 5 |
| Rear Seat | N/A | N/A | 5 |
| Side Barrier Rating Driver | N/A | N/A | 5 |
| Driver's | N/A | N/A | 5 |
| Front Seat | N/A | N/A | 5 |
| Side Barrier Rating Passenger Rear Seat | N/A | N/A | 5 |
| Overall Rollover Rating | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| IIHS Frontal Offset Crash Test Ratings Edit | |||
| Overall Rear | good | good | good |
| Chest | good | good | good |
| Driver Torso | good | good | good |
| Rear Passenger Head Protection | good | good | good |
| Rear Passenger Head and Neck | good | good | good |
| Structure/safety cage | good | good | good |
| Rear Passenger Torso | good | good | good |
| Rear Passenger Pelvis/Leg | good | good | good |
| Driver Head and Neck | good | good | good |
| Overall Front | good | good | good |
| Overall Side | good | good | good |
| Left Leg/Foot | good | good | good |
| Roof Strength | marginal | marginal | N/A |
| Driver Head Protection | good | good | good |
| Seat Head/Restraint Geometry | good | good | good |
| Restraints | good | good | good |
| Driver Pelvis/Leg | good | good | good |
| Right Leg/Foot | good | good | good |
| Head/Neck | good | good | good |
| Dynamic Rating | good | good | good |
