1999 Acura RL Base
The 1999 Acura RL Base is a 210-hp 3.5-liter with a 4-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. It starts at $42,355 MSRP and is rated at 18 mpg combined.
It makes 210 horsepower at 5,200 rpm and 224 lb-ft of torque at 2800 rpm, spinning to a 5,900 rpm redline. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 16 mpg city and 22 mpg highway (18 mpg combined).
The RL measures 195.1 inches long on a 114.6-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,840 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Price | |
| MSRP | $42,355 ($82,625 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 3.5-liter, SOHC, V-6 |
| Displacement | 3.5 L |
| Horsepower | 210 hp @ 5,200 rpm |
| Torque | 224 lb-ft @ 2800 rpm |
| Redline | 5,900 rpm |
| Valvetrain | 4 valves per cylinder, with hydraulic lash adjusters |
| Bore and Stroke | 90.0 x 91.0 |
| Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 |
| Injection Type | PGM-FI with 3-stage variable induction system |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Front-wheel drive |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic with lock-up torque converter (in 2nd, 3rd and 4th gears) |
| 1st Gear | 2.458 (60 mph **) |
| 2nd Gear | 1.454 (101 mph **) |
| 3rd Gear | 0.948 (155 mph **) |
| 4th Gear | 0.652 (225 mph **) |
| Reverse | 1.88 |
| Final Drive | 3.133 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 16 MPG |
| Highway | 22 MPG |
| Combined | 18 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium unleaded, 91 octane |
| Tank Capacity | 18 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Independent double-wishbone |
| Rear Suspension | Independent double-wishbone |
| Front Stabilizer Bar | 1.13 in (28.6 mm) |
| Rear Stabilizer Bar | 0.67 in (17.0 mm) |
| Turning Diameter | 36.1 ft |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | Ventilated, 11.8 in (300 mm) diameter, 1.1 in (28 mm) rotor thickness |
| Rear Brake Disc | 11.1 in (282 mm) diameter, 0.47 in (12 mm) rotor thickness |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 16 x 7.0 |
| Wheels Rear | 16 x 7.0 |
| Tires Front | P215/60R16 94V Michelin All-Season MXV4-Plus |
| Tires Rear | P215/60R16 94V Michelin All-Season MXV4-Plus |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 195.1 in |
| Width | 71.7 in |
| Height | 56.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 114.6 in |
| Front Track | 61.02 in |
| Rear Track | 60.63 in |
| Ground Clearance | 4.9 in |
| Cargo Volume | 14 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 3,840 lbs |
| Weight Distribution (F/R) | 60% / 40% |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 38.8 in |
| Headroom Rear | 36.8 in |
| Legroom Front | 42.1 in |
| Legroom Rear | 35.4 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 56.9 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 56.9 in |
| Hip Room Front | 55.7 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 56.5 in |
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars
** Theoretical max speed per gear at redline