2003 Acura RL - Specs

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Dimensions and capacities are in inches unless otherwise specified.

Engine	2003 Acura 3.5 RL
Type	3.5-liter, SOHC 90-degree V-6
Horsepower, SAE Net	225 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque	231 lb-ft @ 2800 rpm
Redline	5900 rpm
Bore and Stroke	3.54 in x 3.58 in (90 mm x 91 mm)
Displacement	212 cu in (3474 cc)
Compression Ratio	9.6:1
Induction System	Programmed Fuel Injection (PGM-FI) with 3-stage Variable Induction System
Valvetrain	4-valves-per-cylinder, belt-driven, single overhead camshaft
Engine Block	Aluminum alloy with cast-in iron cylinder liners
Cylinder Head	Aluminum alloy with 4-valves-per-cylinder with pent-roof combustion chambers
Emission Control	Three-way catalytic converter Electronically controlled LEV emission control
Ignition System	Direct ingnition system with knock control
Alternator	110 amp max
Battery	12V, maintenance free
Recommended Fuel	Premium Unleaded, 91 Octane

Powertrain	2003 Acura 3.5 RL
Layout	Longitudinally mounted, front engine, front wheel drive
Transmission	4-speed automatic with lock-up torque converter (in 2nd, 3rd and 4th gears) and Grade Logic Control
Transmissions Gear Ratios:
1st	2.458
2nd	1.454
3rd	0.948
4th	0.652
Reverse	1.880
Final (Secondary)	1.333
Final Drive	3.133

Chassis		2003 Acura 3.5 RL
Body Type		All-steel unit body
Front Suspension	Front	Independent double-wishbone with coil springs and stabilizer bar
	Rear	Independent double-wishbone with coil springs and stabilizer bar
Shock Absorbers		Gas-pressurized with Acura Progressive Valve technology, front and rear
Stabilizer Bars	Front	1.18 in. (30 mm) diameter
	Rear	0.83 in. (21 mm) diameter
Steering Type		Speed-sensitive, variable power-assisted, rack-and-pinion
Steering Ratio		16.0:1
Steering Wheel Turns (lock to lock)		3.35
Turning Circle (curb to curb)		36.1 ft (11.0 m)
Wheels		16 x 7.0 JJ cast-aluminum alloy
Tires		P225/55R16 94V Michelin All-Season MXM4
Braking System		Power-assisted, 4-wheel disc brakes with ABS
Front Discs		Ventilated 11.8 in (300 mm) diameter; 1.1 in (28 mm) rotor thickness
Rear Discs		Solid 11.1 in (282 mm) diameter; 0.47 in (12 mm) rotor thickness
Total Swept Area	Front	63.5 sq in (409.6 cm²)
	Rear	35.0 sq in (225.9 cm²)
Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)		4-channel system with 4-wheel speed sensors and electric/hydraulic control
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) system		Throttle control and 4-channel brake control utilizing yaw, lateral g, speed and steering sensors for traction control and stability enhancement

Capacities / EPA Mileage	2003 Acura 3.5 RL
Crankcase	4.2 US qt (4.0 L)
Cooling System	8.2 US qt (7.8 L)
Fuel tank	18.0 US gallons (68.0 L)
EPA Fuel Mileage - City/Highway	18 / 24

Exterior Dimensions	2003 Acura 3.5 RL
Wheelbase	114.6 in (2910 mm)
Track, front	61.0 in (1550 mm)
Track, rear	60.6 in (1540 mm)
Overall Length	196.6 in (4995 mm)
Overall Width	71.6 in (1820 mm)
Overall Height (unladen)	54.5 in (1,385 mm)
Minimum Ground Clearance	4.9 in (125 mm)
Curb Weight	3,869 lbs (1,755 kg)
w/ optional Acura NavigationSystem	3920 lbs (1778 kg)
Weight Distribution (% front / rear)	60 / 40

Interior and Trunk Dimensions	Front	Rear
Head Room	38.8 in (985 mm)	36.8 in (935 mm)
Leg Room	42.1 in (1070 mm)	35.4 in (900 mm)
Hip Room	55.7 in (1415 mm)	56.5 in (1435 mm)
Shoulder Room	56.9 in (1445 mm)	56.3 in (1430 mm)
Passenger Volumes	96.5 cu ft: 54.0 front, 42.5 rear
Cargo Volume	14.0 cu ft
Total Volume	110.5 cu ft

Warranty	2003 Acura 3.5 RL
Vehicle	4-year / 50,000-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