2012 Acura RL - Specifications

POWERTRAIN
Engine Type 3.7-liter, 60-degree V-6
Horsepower 300 hp at 6,300 rpm
Torque 271 lb-ft at 5,000 rpm
Redline 6,800 rpm
Bore and Stroke 3.54 in x 3.78 in (90 mm x 96 mm)
Displacement 223.6 cu in (3664 cc)
Compression Ratio 11.2:1
Induction System Dual-stage intake manifold with Drive-By-Wire™ throttle system, PGM-FI multi-point fuel injection
Valvetrain SOHC, 24-valve, Variable Valve Timing and Lift Electronic Control (VTEC ®)
Engine Block Cast aluminum, aluminum cylinder liners
Cylinder Head Cast aluminum, 4-valves-per-cylinder
Emission Control Close-coupled catalytic converter system with after-cat EGR;
EPA TIER 2 – BIN 5 and CARB LEV II ULEV certification
Ignition System Direct ignition system with knock control
Alternator 130 amp max
Battery 12V, maintenance free
Recommended Fuel Premium Unleaded
Drivetrain Layout Transversely-mounted front engine, Super Handling All-Wheel Drive™
Transmission 6-speed automatic with Sequential SportShift, Grade Logic Control and Hill Start Assist
Gear Ratios First
Second
Third
Fourth
Fifth
Sixth
Reverse
Final Drive
3.359:1
2.095:1
1.485:1
1.065:1
0.754:1
0.556:1
2.269:1
3.720:1
CHASSIS
Body Type Steel and aluminum unit-body
Front Suspension Independent double-wishbone with coil springs
Rear Suspension Independent multi-link with coil springs
Shock Absorbers Gas-pressurized dampers with Progressive Valve technology
Stabilizer Bars                           Front: 1.18 in (30 mm) diameter (hollow), 0.25 in (6.5 mm) wall thickness
                                                  Rear: 0.75 in (19 mm) diameter (solid)
Shock tower bar 1.26 in x 0.87 in (32 mm x 22mm) diameter;
0.09 in (2.3 mm) wall thickness
Steering Type Electronically controlled, speed sensing, variable power-assisted, rack-and-pinion steering
Steering Ratio 16.1:1
Steering Wheel Turns (lock-to-lock) 3.0
Turning Circle (curb-to-curb) 39.7 ft (11.8 m)
Wheels 18x8-inch, 15-spoke cast aluminum wheels with noise reduction technology
Tires Michelin Pilot HX MXM4 P245/45R18 96V M+S
Braking System Power-assisted, 4-wheel disc brakes with ABS and Brake Assist
Front disc brakes 12.6 in (320 mm) diameter ventilated rotors with 4-piston aluminum calipers
Rear discs brakes 12.2 in (310 mm) diameter ventilated rotors with 1-piston aluminum calipers

Stability Control

Vehicle Stability Assist™ (VSA®) with Traction Control System (TCS)
CAPACITIES
Crankcase 5.3 US qt  (5.0 L)
Cooling System 9.1 US qt  (8.6 L)
Fuel Tank 19.3 US gallons  (73.3 L)
Volumes Passernge: 99.1 cu ft (55.3 front, 43.8 rear)

Cargo: 13.8 cu ft

Total: 112.9 cu ft
FUEL ECONOMY
City/Highway/Combined 17/24/20*
*Based on 2012 EPA mileage estimates. Use for comparison purposes only. Do not compare to models before 2008. Your actual mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle.
EXTERIOR DIMENSIONS
Wheelbase 110.2 in (2800 mm)
Track, front 62.0 in (1576 mm)
Track, rear 62.4 in (1585 mm)
Overall Length 195.8 in (4973 mm)
Overall Width 72.7 in (1847 mm)
Overall Height (unladen) 57.2 in (1455 mm)
Minimum Ground Clearance (non-load) 5.7 in (145 mm)
WEIGHTS
RL

RL with Technology Package

RL with Tech Package and CMBS™
4,099 lbs  (1,860 kg)

4,112 lbs  (1,865 kg)

4,112 lbs  (1,865 kg)
Weight Distribution (% front/rear) 58/42
INTERIOR DIMENSIONS
Front
Head Room 38.5 in (977 mm)
Leg Room 42.4 in (1076 mm)
Hip Room 55.1 in (1400 mm)
Shoulder Room 58.5 in (1487 mm)
Rear
Head Room 37.2 in (948 mm)
Leg Room 36.3 in (923mm)
Hip Room 54.0 in (1372mm)
Shoulder Room 56.1in (1426 mm)
WARRANTY
Vehicle 4-year / 50,000-mile limited warranty
Powertrain 6-year / 70,000-mile limited warranty
Outer Body Rust-Through 5-year / unlimited-mile limited warranty
Acura Total Luxury Care (TLC) with roadside assistance 4-year / 50,000-mile