Acura RL 2 / Honda Legend (KB1/KB2) Sedan (2004-2012)

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Product Overview

Acura RL 2 / Honda Legend (chassis code KB1/KB2) is a mid-size sedan in production from 2004 to 2012. The pre-facelift model used chassis code KB1 and had a 3.5L engine paired to a 5-speed automatic transmission, while the post-facelift model used chassis code KB2 and had a 3.7L engine paired to a 6-speed automatic.
Standard on the RL 2 is Acura's SH-AWD all-wheel drive system. This system was the first in the industry that could vary torque not only from front to back but also side to side. Thereby, it has surprisingly good performance in incremental weather.
Drivers who appreciate handling will be pleased to know that the Acura RL 2 comes with double-wishbone suspensions at all four corners. This provides the good cornering performance and durability, though multi-link tends to be more tunable.

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What we found**

Neofiliac score 28% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
  • Double-wishbone suspensions
  • Rather good J-series V6 engine
  • Very strong SH-AWD all-wheel drive system
Cons
  • Styling a bit off

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Specifications

3.53.7

Capacity

Cargo Capacity450 L / 15.9 cu-ft
Coolant Capacity8.6 L / 9.1 qt
Engine Oil Capacity4.3 L / 4.5 qt
Fuel Capacity73.0 L / 19.3 gal
Passengers5

Chassis

Brakes | FrontVentilated discs
Brakes | RearDisc
Suspension | FrontDouble-wishbone
Suspension | RearDouble-wishbone
Tire Size245/50 R17245/50 R18
Turning Circle12.1 m / 39.7 ft

Construction

Body Style4-door Sedan

Dimensions

Size | Height1452 mm / 57.2 in1455 mm / 57.3 in
Size | Length4917 mm / 193.6 in4973 mm / 195.8 in
Size | Width1847 mm / 72.7 in
Track Width | Front1575.0 mm / 62.0 in1576.0 mm / 62.0 in
Track Width | Rear1585.0 mm / 62.4 in
Weight1845.0 kg / 4067.5 lbs
Wheel Size8J X 17
Wheelbase2800 mm / 110.2 in

Performance

Acceleration | 0 - 100 km/h6.7 sec
Acceleration | 0 - 60 mph6.4 sec
Fuel Economy13.1 L/100km / 18.0 MPG (urban) | 9.1 L/100km / 25.8 MPG (highway)
Top Speed215.0 km/h / 133.6 mph

Powertrain

Drivetrain LayoutFront-engine (transverse), All-wheel drive
Emission StandardEuro 4
EngineJ35A8J37A2
Engine | Bore89.0 mm / 3.5 in90.0 mm / 3.5 in
Engine | Compression Ratio11.0:1
Engine | Displacement3.5 L / 211.8 cu-in / 3471.0 cc3.7 L / 223.6 cu-in / 3664.0 cc
Engine | Power294.0 hp / 219.2 kW @ 6200 rpm304.0 hp / 226.7 kW @ 6000 rpm
Engine | Specific Output84.7 hp/L / 1.4 hp/cu-in83.0 hp/L / 1.4 hp/cu-in
Engine | Stroke93.0 mm / 3.7 in96.0 mm / 3.8 in
Engine | Torque347 Nm / 255.9 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm275 Nm / 202.8 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm
Engine | TypeNaturally-aspirated multi-port injected petrol V6 DOHC engine with 4 values per cylinder
Transmission | Gears5-speed
Transmission | TypeAutomatic

Production

Availability2004 ~ 20082009 ~ 2012

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