Exterior

Depending on where you’re standing, the look of the RL changes. From the front, the bold, metallic grille looks a bit menacing. This isn’t a car you’d want to meet in a dark alley, at least not judging by the face of it. From the side and rear, the RL is less threatening. It has a strong profile and seems to lean forward due to a couple of chrome strips lining the windows and the lower part of the body. The dual chrome-tipped exhaust ports speak of performance; more chrome and lights placed at the very edges of the rear corners create visual width. The edges of the body are slightly rounded, but not bulging. The RL seems sculpted, and to me it looks expensive. The overall effect is elegant, strong and serious-looking, but not somber. This just doesn’t look like a car you want to mess with, that’s all I’m sayin’.

Of course, if this is your car, the RL is perfectly obliging. The doors open wide, making entry and exit easy for everyone. A smart key unlocks the doors as you approach, which means you don’t even have to push a button. Even little hands have no problems opening the doors or getting them shut once inside. The trunk opens by remote and has plenty of room for a major shopping run. There’s a pass-thru opening for skis, but the rear seats don’t fold down for more cargo space.

Family Friendly (Not Really, Fair, Great, Excellent): Great
Fun-Factor (None, Some, Good Times, Groove-On): Groove On

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