2008 Acura RL
1 trim · 4 configurations · Sedan
Starting MSRP
$46,280 – $53,700
Key specifications
NHTSA safety
Not rated
Source: NHTSA · 6 recalls on record
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Pricing
How much should you pay for the Acura RL? Select a trim to update purchase and lease estimates.
MSRP by trim
$46,280
Starting MSRP
Purchase information
Based on Base
Total price (Base MSRP)
$46,280
Typical monthly
$916/mo
Avg. APR
7.00%
60-month loan estimate for good credit (rates as of 2026-08-23). Not a credit offer; actual APR varies by lender, credit, and dealer.
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Base
4 configurations
- MSRP
- $46,280 – $53,700
- Fuel economy (city/hwy)
- 16/24
- Horsepower
- 290 hp
- Torque
- 256 lb-ft
- Engine
- 3.5L V6 gas
- Seating
- 5
- Drivetrain
- AWD
- Cargo (cu ft)
- 13.1
- Max towing
- —
| Spec | Base4 configurations |
|---|---|
| MSRP | $46,280 – $53,700 |
| Fuel economy (city/hwy) | 16/24 |
| Horsepower | 290 hp |
| Torque | 256 lb-ft |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 gas |
| Seating | 5 |
| Drivetrain | AWD |
| Cargo (cu ft) | 13.1 |
| Max towing | — |
Specifications shown for each trim’s base configuration; drivetrain, cab, and box options vary within a trim, and MSRP shows the full range. MSRP excludes destination fees, taxes, and dealer-installed options.
Full specifications
Shown for each trim's base configuration. Drivetrain, cab, and box options within a trim can change dimensions, capacities, and fuel economy.
Engine & drivetrain
- Engine type
- gas
- Fuel type
- premium unleaded (required)
- Cylinders
- V6
- Displacement
- 3.5 L
- Horsepower
- 290 hp
- Torque
- 256 lb-ft
- Transmission
- 5-speed shiftable automatic
- Drivetrain
- all wheel drive
Dimensions
- Body type
- Sedan
- Doors
- 4
- Seating
- 5
- Length
- 193.6 in
- Width
- 72.7 in
- Height
- 57.1 in
- Wheelbase
- 110.2 in
- Ground clearance
- 5.7 in
Capacity & weight
- Cargo capacity
- 13.1 cu ft
- Max cargo capacity
- 13.1 cu ft
- Curb weight
- 4,014 lbs
- Fuel tank
- 19.4 gal
Fuel economy & EV
- Combined MPG
- 19
- City MPG
- 16
- Highway MPG
- 24
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Engine & drivetrain | |
| Engine type | gas |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) |
| Cylinders | V6 |
| Displacement | 3.5 L |
| Horsepower | 290 hp |
| Torque | 256 lb-ft |
| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive |
| Dimensions | |
| Body type | Sedan |
| Doors | 4 |
| Seating | 5 |
| Length | 193.6 in |
| Width | 72.7 in |
| Height | 57.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 110.2 in |
| Ground clearance | 5.7 in |
| Capacity & weight | |
| Cargo capacity | 13.1 cu ft |
| Max cargo capacity | 13.1 cu ft |
| Curb weight | 4,014 lbs |
| Fuel tank | 19.4 gal |
| Fuel economy & EV | |
| Combined MPG | 19 |
| City MPG | 16 |
| Highway MPG | 24 |
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2008 Acura RL FAQ
- How much does the 2008 Acura RL cost?
- The 2008 Acura RL has a starting MSRP of $46,280, ranging up to $53,700 for the top trim. Trim pricing includes Base from $46,280.
- What is the fuel economy of the 2008 Acura RL?
- The 2008 Acura RL achieves up to 19 MPG combined (EPA estimate), depending on trim and configuration.
- How much cargo space does the 2008 Acura RL have?
- The 2008 Acura RL offers up to 13.1 cubic feet of cargo capacity, depending on trim and seating configuration.
- How many trims does the 2008 Acura RL come in?
- The 2008 Acura RL is available in 1 trim (4 total configurations) across Sedan body styles with all wheel drive.