The 2002 Acura RL is part of Acura's sedan lineup. The Acura, manufactured by Honda, is the first Japanese import luxury brand sold in the United States. The 2002 Acura RL replaced the Acura Legend, which was introduced in 1996, and it is part of the first generation of Acura vehicles. In 2002, the Acura received some new features, while retaining many of the modifications made to the 1999 model.
Model and Production
During the 1999 model year, the Acura RL underwent several modifications including new styling, interior and suspension. The 2002 Acura RL retains many of those changes, but also implements new modifications. The engine gets a boost of 15 horsepower, and a sport-tuned suspension is added. An OnStar Communication System is also new. The 2002 Acura RL is only manufactured as one model design, but is available with or without a navigation system. The RL is front-wheel drive.
Engine
The 2002 Acura RL engine is 3.5-liter V-6 with 225 horsepower at 5,200 rpm. It has a 90-millimeter bore, 91-millimeter stroke and a 9.6 compression ratio. This model creates 231 foot-pounds of torque at 2,800 rpm. The Acura RL engine also has overhead cam and four valves per cylinder. It uses a multi-point fuel injection system.
Dimensions
Honda's 2002 Acura RL is 196.6 inches long, 71.6 inches wide and 54.5 inches high. Curb weight is 3,898 pounds for models without a navigation system and 3,920 pounds for models with the navigation system. All models have a 114.6-inch wheelbase.
Wheels and Brakes
The 2002 Acura RL comes equipped with standard alloy wheels. Four disc brakes are standard and include two ventilated discs. Four-wheel anti-lock brakes, electronic traction control and stability control are also standard features of the 2002 Acura RL.
Interior Dimensions and Features
The 2002 Acura RL has seating for five. The driver and front seat passenger have 38.8 inches of headroom and 42.1 inches of legroom. Back seat passengers have 36.8 inches of headroom and 35.4 inches of legroom. Standard comfort features of the 2002 Acura RL include air conditioning, cruise control, tilt steering and a leather steering wheel. The driver has a multi-adjustable power seat.
Safety Features
The 2002 Acura RL comes with power door locks and child safety door locks. A vehicle anti-theft system is also standard on the 2002 RL model. The car is equipped with traction control and a vehicle stability control system. Driver, front side and passenger airbags are standard safety features.
Other Specs
Average fuel economy for the 2002 Acura RL is 18 mpg in the city and 24 mpg on the highway. The 68 liter, or 18-gallon, fuel tank uses premium unleaded fuel. Standard transmission on the Acura RL is a four-speed automatic with overdrive.
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