The 2012 RL compared to my old one
06-26-2012, 10:38 PM
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The 2012 RL compared to my old one
http://www.acura.com/ModelLanding.aspx?model=RL
Looks like it's mostly the same inside and underneath, except I don't recall seeing reference to the voice control feature.
New transmission, spruced up engine, bigger wheels...
There is a good video about the sh-awd on the site above.
Looks like it's mostly the same inside and underneath, except I don't recall seeing reference to the voice control feature.
New transmission, spruced up engine, bigger wheels...
There is a good video about the sh-awd on the site above.
Last edited by steve807; 06-26-2012 at 10:43 PM.
06-26-2012, 10:48 PM
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So, wait. Did you buy one, test drive one, ride in someone else's? I'm a little lost.
06-26-2012, 10:50 PM
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The only major changes since 2005 have been:
-Motor (Up to 3.7L from 3.5L)
-Transmission (6-speed auto now)
-Better transmission ECU (Faster shifts, don't have to put into sport mode for paddle shifts, and I think it rev matches on downshifts now)
-A few exterior styling changes (Headlights, taillights, front and rear bumpers, grill, exhaust tips, chrome strips moved from mid-door to under the doors)
-Added ventilated seats
-Added iPod connectivity, USB input, AUX jack, Bluetooth
That pretty much sums it up I think. It's still the 2nd gen RL. The new model is coming next year as the 2014 RLX.
-Motor (Up to 3.7L from 3.5L)
-Transmission (6-speed auto now)
-Better transmission ECU (Faster shifts, don't have to put into sport mode for paddle shifts, and I think it rev matches on downshifts now)
-A few exterior styling changes (Headlights, taillights, front and rear bumpers, grill, exhaust tips, chrome strips moved from mid-door to under the doors)
-Added ventilated seats
-Added iPod connectivity, USB input, AUX jack, Bluetooth
That pretty much sums it up I think. It's still the 2nd gen RL. The new model is coming next year as the 2014 RLX.
07-01-2012, 11:34 AM
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The only major changes since 2005 have been:
-Motor (Up to 3.7L from 3.5L)
-Transmission (6-speed auto now)
-Better transmission ECU (Faster shifts, don't have to put into sport mode for paddle shifts, and I think it rev matches on downshifts now)
-A few exterior styling changes (Headlights, taillights, front and rear bumpers, grill, exhaust tips, chrome strips moved from mid-door to under the doors)
-Added ventilated seats
-Added iPod connectivity, USB input, AUX jack, Bluetooth
That pretty much sums it up I think. It's still the 2nd gen RL. The new model is coming next year as the 2014 RLX.
-Motor (Up to 3.7L from 3.5L)
-Transmission (6-speed auto now)
-Better transmission ECU (Faster shifts, don't have to put into sport mode for paddle shifts, and I think it rev matches on downshifts now)
-A few exterior styling changes (Headlights, taillights, front and rear bumpers, grill, exhaust tips, chrome strips moved from mid-door to under the doors)
-Added ventilated seats
-Added iPod connectivity, USB input, AUX jack, Bluetooth
That pretty much sums it up I think. It's still the 2nd gen RL. The new model is coming next year as the 2014 RLX.
I'd be interested to hear from anyone who has experience with both the 2005-08 model and the 2011-12, on whether the new one really is noticeably quieter.
07-01-2012, 11:37 AM
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I can't even find a 2012 to try out...
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07-01-2012, 12:47 PM
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One other change is supposed to be a reduction in noise level, thanks to added sound insulation and the Hemholtz resonators built into the wheels.
I'd be interested to hear from anyone who has experience with both the 2005-08 model and the 2011-12, on whether the new one really is noticeably quieter.
I'd be interested to hear from anyone who has experience with both the 2005-08 model and the 2011-12, on whether the new one really is noticeably quieter.
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