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3.5

I (KA9) · 1996–2004FWDSedan

The RL 3.5 is a front-wheel-drive, four-door sedan with five seats, built from 1996 to 2004. Its naturally aspirated 3.5-litre SOHC V6 (C35A, without VTEC) makes 210 PS through a 4-speed automatic. The car weighs 1660 kg.

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Specifications

Powertrain
Engineering details
Engine3.5L V6 SOHC (non-VTEC, C35A)
Displacement3.5 L
AspirationNaturally aspirated
FuelGasoline
Transmission4-speed Automatic
DrivetrainFWD
Performance
Numbers that matter
Power207 hp
Torque224 Nm
Weight1660 kg
Dimensions & body
Height · 1384 mm
Length · 4956 mm
Wheelbase · 2911 mm
Width1811 mm
BodySedan
Doors4
Seats5

STORY

The RL was Acura's flagship sedan from 1996 to 2012, replacing the Legend as the brand's top model. The first generation (KA9) used a 3.5-liter V6 and front-wheel drive, while the second generation (KB1) introduced Honda's Super Handling All-Wheel Drive (SH-AWD) system in 2005. Despite advanced technology, the RL struggled against German rivals and was discontinued in favor of the RLX.

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