Acura RL vs Lexus GS460
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2011 Lexus GS460
Overview
| Spec | Acura RLBase | Lexus GS460Base |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Base | Base |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2012 | 2011 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Acura RLBase | Lexus GS460Base |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $48,200 (best) | $55,370 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Acura RLBase | Lexus GS460Base |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 20 MPG | 20 MPG |
| City MPG | 17 MPG | 17 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 24 MPG | 24 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 19.3 gal (best) | 18.8 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Acura RLBase | Lexus GS460Base |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 300 hp | 342 hp (best) |
| Torque | 271 lb-ft | 339 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 3.7 L | 4.6 L (best) |
| Cylinders | V6 | V8 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Acura RLBase | Lexus GS460Base |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 13.1 cu ft | 15.2 cu ft (best) |
| Curb weight | 4,083 lbs | 3,945 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 5.7 in (best) | 5.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 112.2 in (best) |
| Length | 195.7 in (best) | 190 in |
| Width | 72.7 in (best) | 71.7 in |
| Height | 57.2 in (best) | 56.1 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Acura RLBase | Lexus GS460Base |
|---|---|---|
| Rollover | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 6 | 1 (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 | Lexus GS460 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base $48,200 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Base $55,370 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 Lexus GS460 FAQ
- Which is better: 2012 Acura RL or 2011 Lexus GS460?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2012 Acura RL vs 2011 Lexus GS460 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 2011 Lexus GS460?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2012 Acura RL starts lower at $48,200.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2012 Acura RL or 2011 Lexus GS460?
- The 2012 Acura RL leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (48,200).
- Which has better horsepower: 2012 Acura RL or 2011 Lexus GS460?
- The 2011 Lexus GS460 leads on horsepower in this comparison (342).