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2012 Acura RL
SH-AWD
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2020 Acura TLX
A-Spec FWD with Technology Package
MSRP
$39,400
Invoice
$37,406
Average Price Paid
$34,646
93 listings nationwide

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2012 Acura RL
SH-AWD
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2020 Acura TLX
A-Spec FWD with Technology Package
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Used Car Pricing Used listing price comparison and analysis.

2012 Acura RL
SH-AWD
CarGurus Instant Market Value
$48,200

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2020 Acura TLX
A-Spec FWD with Technology Package
CarGurus Instant Market Value
$40,488
1 listings nationwide

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Expert Reviews Reviews from CarGurus experts.

2012 Acura RL
SH-AWD

Entering its final year of production, with a successor expected to make its debut at the New York International Auto Show in April 2012, the 2012 Acura RL has not undergone any change...

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2020 Acura TLX
A-Spec FWD with Technology Package
Andrew Newton Preview:

The TLX, Acura’s entry-level luxury sedan built on the same platform as the Honda Accord, gets four new exterior color choices for 2020. The new shades include Performance Red Pearl, M...

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User Reviews Reviews from CarGurus users who have driven or owned the car.

2012 Acura RL
SH-AWD
15
writes:
For a tech car it did not do it for this techie.
Power Ranked 2013 Buick Regal GS Sedan FWD better.
"HO turbo with the adjustable dampening suspension"
Looks/Style Ranked 2012 BMW 5 Series 535i xDrive Sedan AWD better.
"Its lines are bold and confident."
Cargo Capacity Ranked 2012 BMW 5 Series 535i xDrive Sedan AWD better.
"golf clubs for 2 is what I cared about."
Value Ranked 2013 Buick Regal GS Sedan FWD better.
"Made in USA, Buick top 3 in Consumer Reports is in agreement with the buying experience and the quality. "
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2020 Acura TLX
A-Spec FWD with Technology Package
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Specs

2012 Acura RL
SH-AWD
2020 Acura TLX
A-Spec FWD with Technology Package
Powertrain 6-Speed Automatic 8-Speed Dual Clutch
Drivetrain
AWD
FWD
Fuel Economy, City
17 MPG
23 MPG
Fuel Economy, Highway
24 MPG
32 MPG
Fuel Tank Volume 19.3 gal 17.2 gal
Engine
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Gasoline
Power
300 hp @ 6,300 RPM
206 hp @ 6,800 RPM
Torque
271 lb-ft @ 5,000 RPM
182 lb-ft @ 4,500 RPM
Cylinders
6 cylinders
4 cylinders
Compression Ratio
11.2:1
11.6:1
Displacement
3,700 cc
2,400 cc
Bore x Stroke
3.54 in x 3.78 in
3.43 in x 3.9 in
Safety
ABS Brakes Standard Standard
Driver Airbag Standard Standard
Passenger Airbag Standard Standard
Front Side Airbags Standard Standard
Curtain Airbags Standard Standard
NHTSA Crash Test Results
Overall -- 5 stars
Front Crash Overall -- 5 stars
Front Crash Driver -- 5 stars
Front Crash Passenger -- 5 stars
Side Crash Overall -- 5 stars
Side Barrier Driver -- 5 stars
Side Barrier Passenger -- 5 stars
Side Pole Driver -- 5 stars
Comfort and Convenience
Sunroof/Moonroof Standard Standard
Leather Seats Standard --
Air Conditioning Standard Standard
CD Player Standard Standard
CD Changer Standard --
Radio Standard Standard
Power Windows Standard Standard
Power Door Locks Standard Standard
Driver Power Seats Standard Standard
Passenger Power Seats Standard Standard
Interior
Maximum Seating 5 seats 5 seats
Front Legroom 42.4 in 42.6 in
Back Legroom 36.3 in 34.5 in
Payload and Towing
Cargo Volume 13.8 cu ft 14.3 cu ft
Exterior
Length 195.8 in 191 in
Width 72.7 in 73 in
Height 57.2 in 57 in
Wheelbase 110.2 in 109.3 in

Available Options

2012 Acura RL
SH-AWD

Exterior Colors

  • Alberta White Pearl
  • Crystal Black Pearl
  • Forged Silver Metallic
  • Graphite Luster Metallic
  • Platinum Frost Metallic
  • Pomegranate Pearl
2020 Acura TLX
A-Spec FWD with Technology Package

Exterior Colors

  • Apex Blue Pearl
  • Majestic Black Pearl
  • Modern Steel Metallic
  • Performance Red Pearl
  • Platinum White Pearl

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