Acura RL vs Jaguar Vanden Plas
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2009 Jaguar Vanden Plas
Overview
| Spec | Acura RLBase | Jaguar Vanden PlasVanden Plas |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Base | Vanden Plas |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2012 | 2009 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Acura RLBase | Jaguar Vanden PlasVanden Plas |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $48,200 (best) | $76,075 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Acura RLBase | Jaguar Vanden PlasVanden Plas |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 20 MPG (best) | 19 MPG |
| City MPG | 17 MPG (best) | 16 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 24 MPG | 25 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 19.3 gal | 22.5 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Acura RLBase | Jaguar Vanden PlasVanden Plas |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 300 hp | 300 hp |
| Torque | 271 lb-ft | 310 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 3.7 L | 4.2 L (best) |
| Cylinders | V6 | V8 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Acura RLBase | Jaguar Vanden PlasVanden Plas |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 13.1 cu ft | 16.4 cu ft (best) |
| Curb weight | 4,083 lbs | 3,871 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 5.7 in (best) | 5.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 124.4 in (best) |
| Length | 195.7 in | 205.3 in (best) |
| Width | 72.7 in | 76.5 in (best) |
| Height | 57.2 in | 57.3 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Acura RLBase | Jaguar Vanden PlasVanden Plas |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Jaguar Vanden Plas |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base $48,200 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Vanden Plas $76,075 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 Jaguar Vanden Plas FAQ
- Which is better: 2012 Acura RL or 2009 Jaguar Vanden Plas?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2012 Acura RL vs 2009 Jaguar Vanden Plas 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 2009 Jaguar Vanden Plas?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2012 Acura RL starts lower at $48,200.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2012 Acura RL or 2009 Jaguar Vanden Plas?
- The 2012 Acura RL leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (48,200).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2012 Acura RL or 2009 Jaguar Vanden Plas?
- The 2012 Acura RL leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (20).