Acura RL vs BMW 535i xDrive
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2016 BMW 535i xDrive
Overview
| Spec | Acura RLBase | BMW 535i xDrive535i xDrive |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Base | 535i xDrive |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2012 | 2016 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Acura RLBase | BMW 535i xDrive535i xDrive |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $48,200 (best) | $58,150 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Acura RLBase | BMW 535i xDrive535i xDrive |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 20 MPG | 23 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 17 MPG | 20 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 24 MPG | 29 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 19.3 gal (best) | 18.5 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Acura RLBase | BMW 535i xDrive535i xDrive |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 300 hp | 302 hp (best) |
| Torque | 271 lb-ft | 295 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 3.7 L (best) | 3 L |
| Cylinders | V6 | I6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Acura RLBase | BMW 535i xDrive535i xDrive |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 13.1 cu ft | 14 cu ft (best) |
| Curb weight | 4,083 lbs (best) | 4,156 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 5.7 in (best) | 5.6 in |
| Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 116.9 in (best) |
| Length | 195.7 in (best) | 193.4 in |
| Width | 72.7 in | 73.2 in (best) |
| Height | 57.2 in | 57.6 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Acura RLBase | BMW 535i xDrive535i xDrive |
|---|---|---|
| Rollover | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 6 | None reported (best) |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Acura RL | BMW 535i xDrive |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base $48,200 MSRP(Currently comparing) | 535i xDrive $58,150 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Technology Package $52,350 MSRP | — |
| 3 | Technology Package - in HI $52,350 MSRP | — |
| 4 | Advance Package $56,150 MSRP | — |
Acura RL vs BMW 535i xDrive FAQ
- Which is better: 2012 Acura RL or 2016 BMW 535i xDrive?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2012 Acura RL vs 2016 BMW 535i xDrive on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2012 Acura RL or 2016 BMW 535i xDrive?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2012 Acura RL starts lower at $48,200.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2012 Acura RL or 2016 BMW 535i xDrive?
- The 2012 Acura RL leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (48,200).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2012 Acura RL or 2016 BMW 535i xDrive?
- The 2016 BMW 535i xDrive leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (23).
- Which has better horsepower: 2012 Acura RL or 2016 BMW 535i xDrive?
- The 2016 BMW 535i xDrive leads on horsepower in this comparison (302).