{"title":"Acura RL Parts and Accessories","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Acura RL was Acura's full-size luxury flagship sedan, sold from 1996 to 2012. The second-generation RL, in production from 2005 to 2012, introduced Acura's SH-AWD all-wheel drive system and a 3.5L J35 V6 in a platform that prioritized refined touring performance over outright sports car dynamics. It remains a well-engineered, underappreciated luxury platform with decent aftermarket support.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003ePopular Upgrades\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003ePerformance exhaust systems improve the J35 V6's exhaust note and add a modest power gain while keeping the RL's refined character intact. Suspension upgrades including lowering springs and sport shocks firm up the RL's soft factory tune for a more connected feel. Exterior accessories such as LED lighting upgrades, wheel spacers, and trim pieces are popular for RL owners looking to freshen up the understated factory styling.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhat years was the Acura RL produced?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe first-generation RL (KA9) ran from 1996 to 2004 and used a 3.5L C35A V6. The second-generation RL (KB1\/KB2) ran from 2005 to 2012 and introduced SH-AWD with the J35A8 V6. After 2012, Acura replaced the RL with the RLX nameplate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eIs the Acura RL related to the Honda Accord?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. The RL was built on a dedicated front-wheel-drive or SH-AWD flagship platform separate from the Accord. While both used members of Honda's J-series V6 family, the RL's chassis, suspension, and dimensions were unique to the flagship model.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBrowse all Acura RL parts here, or explore related categories including \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/exhaust\"\u003eexhaust systems\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/suspension\"\u003esuspension upgrades\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/air-intake-systems\"\u003eair intake systems\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"CollectionPage\",\"name\":\"Acura RL Parts \u0026 Accessories\",\"description\":\"Shop Acura RL exhaust systems, suspension upgrades, and performance accessories for the J35 V6 flagship with fast shipping.\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/blackopsautoworks.com\/collections\/acura-rl-parts-and-accessories\"}\u003c\/script\u003e\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"ItemList\",\"name\":\"Acura RL Parts \u0026 Accessories\",\"description\":\"Aftermarket parts and performance accessories for the Acura RL\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/blackopsautoworks.com\/collections\/acura-rl-parts-and-accessories\"}\u003c\/script\u003e\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What years was the Acura RL produced?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"The first-generation RL (KA9) ran from 1996 to 2004 and used a 3.5L C35A V6. The second-generation RL (KB1\/KB2) ran from 2005 to 2012 and introduced SH-AWD with the J35A8 V6. After 2012, Acura replaced the RL with the RLX nameplate.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Is the Acura RL related to the Honda Accord?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"No. The RL was built on a dedicated front-wheel-drive or SH-AWD flagship platform separate from the Accord. While both used members of Honda's J-series V6 family, the RL's chassis, suspension, and dimensions were unique to the flagship model.\"}}]}\u003c\/script\u003e","products":[],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1062\/7920\/collections\/acura-rl-parts-and-accessories.png?v=1782261951","url":"https:\/\/www.blackopsautoworks.com\/en-ca\/collections\/acura-rl-parts-and-accessories.oembed","provider":"Black Ops Auto Works","version":"1.0","type":"link"}