Compare: 2009 Acura RL vs 2009 Cadillac STS vs 2008 Volvo S80


	2009 Acura RL	2009 Cadillac STS	2008 Volvo S80

MSRP	$50,390	$51,595	$43,958
Invoice	$45,262	$48,499	$41,074
MPG City/Highway	16/22	15/26	15/24
Rating	8.4	7.6	8.8
Bottom Line	The 2009 Acura RL tops safety rankings and bristles with technology, but its detached driving feel and over-the-top front-end styling remove it from the best-in-class competition.	The 2009 Cadillac STS isn’t a standout for looks, but you’ll appreciate the way it drives.	The 2008 Volvo S80 is one of the safety luxury sedans on the planet, and in V-8 form it’s an enthusiastic performer.
Likes & Dislikes	Likes: Big, smooth V-6 Satisfying ride quality Cozy seats Standard all-wheel drive (AWD) Reliability Dislikes: No V-8 engine, no rear-wheel drive Only five forward gears Overstyled front end, understyled body Not much roomier than Acura TL	Likes: Crisp handling plus a smooth ride, thanks to Magnetic Ride Control Powerful, fuel-efficient V-6 World-class performance from STS-V Some of the most advanced tech features Dislikes: Stark instrument-panel design Interior materials Lack of ample backseat space	Likes: Lusty V-8 power Great brakes Safety measures above and beyond Dislikes: Distant steering Subtle approach to luxury Styling plays it a little too safe
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