| Acura ZDX | |
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 2011 Acura ZDX Advance | |
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Acura (Honda, first generation) General Motors (second generation) |
| Production | 2009–2013 2024–present |
| Model years | 2010–2013 2024–present |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Mid-size luxurycrossover SUV |
| Body style | |
TheAcura ZDX is amid-size luxurycrossover SUV with a sloping rear roofline developed byHonda for itsupmarket brandAcura. The car was originally planned to be called the "MSX".[1] The ZDX debuted at the2009 New York International Auto Show on April 8, 2009, as a 2010 model. The vehicle was also the first to be completely designed at Acura'ssouthern California design studio in Torrance.
The original ZDX concept was penned by Michelle Christensen who labeled it a "4-door luxury sports coupe" and which Acura says "blurs the distinction between coupe, sedan and sport utility vehicle."[2]
The ZDX features Acura's first six speedautomatic transmission, advanced ventilated seats, as well as other luxury appointments. Although the ZDX shares a similar profile with theHonda Crosstour,[3] the two vehicles are not mechanically related: the latter is based on the Honda Accord, while the ZDX is based on theHonda Pilot/Acura MDX.[4]
The ZDX nameplate returned to Acura's lineup in 2024 as the brand's firstelectric vehicle. The new ZDX was co-developed withGeneral Motors.[5]
Teaser shots released by Acura in March 2009 indicated a coupe-like sloping roofline akin to that of theBMW X6. After naming the vehicle ZDX, Acura added the words "Luxury Four-Door Sports Coupe" to the caption for each picture. Moreover, it did not state the vehicle as a crossover or an SUV.[6] The automaker translated the designers renderings closely into production form.
| First generation | |
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| Overview | |
| Model code | YB1 |
| Production | 2009–2013 |
| Model years | 2010–2013 |
| Assembly | Alliston, Ontario, Canada (HCM) |
| Designer | Michelle Christensen[7] |
| Body and chassis | |
| Layout | Front-engine, four-wheel-drive |
| Related | Acura MDX Honda Pilot |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 3.7 LJ37A5V6 (gasoline) |
| Transmission | 6-speedautomatic |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 108.3 in (2,751 mm) |
| Length | 192.4 in (4,887 mm) |
| Width | 78.5 in (1,994 mm) |
| Height | 62.8 in (1,595 mm) |
| Curb weight | 4,452 lb (2,019 kg) |
| Chronology | |
| Successor | Acura RDX Acura MDX |
The production version of the Acura ZDX includes a 3,664 cc (3.664 L; 223.6 cu in) SOHCVTECV6 all-aluminum engine rated 300 bhp (220 kW) at 6300 rpm and 270 lb⋅ft (366 N⋅m) at 4500 rpm, 6-speed automatic transmission,Super Handling All-Wheel Drive (SH-AWD), 19-inch, 7-spoke alloy wheels, panoramic glass roof with movable sunshades, hand-stitchedleather interior, HandsFreeLinkBluetooth connectivity, power tailgate, and a high-powered audio system withCD player, AM/FM/XM Satellite Radio andUSB audio interface withiPod integration. Sales began in winter 2009.[8][9][10]
The Technology Package adds theNavigation System withvoice recognition, an Acura/ELS Surround premium audio system and a new multi-view rear camera. Advance Package addsblind spot monitoring system,Collision Mitigating Braking System (CMBS),Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) and Integrated Dynamics System (IDS), which brought multiple modes of suspension firmness and response using electronically controlled Magneto-Rheological shock absorbers.
For 2013, Acura sold the ZDX in only one trim level. Acura cut costs by eliminating CMBS, ACC and IDS and replaced them with Forward Collision Warning (FCW), Lane Departure Warning (LDW), redesigned front grille, integrated parking sensors, power-folding auto-dimming side mirrors, and new dark accents for the wheels. This resulted in a lower retail price than the previous year's Advance model.
United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) fuel consumption estimates for all models are 16 mpg‑US (15 L/100 km; 19 mpg‑imp) in the city, 22 mpg‑US (11 L/100 km; 26 mpg‑imp) on the highway and 19 mpg‑US (12 L/100 km; 23 mpg‑imp) combined.
The ZDX was discontinued after the 2013 model year due to poor sales, and in a statement from Honda, "as the Acura brand sharpens its focus on new models and core products."[11] The ZDX was the rarest of US-manufactured Acura offerings, with a total of 7,191 vehicles produced and sold in North America.
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| Rollover: | /13.0% |
| Calendar year | US Sales |
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| 2009 | 79[13] |
| 2010 | 3,259 |
| 2011 | 1,564 |
| 2012 | 775[14] |
| 2013 | 362 |
| 2014 | 78 |
| 2015 | 2 |
| Second generation | |
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 2024 Acura ZDX Type S | |
| Overview | |
| Production | March 2024 – present |
| Model years | 2024 – present |
| Assembly | United States:Spring Hill, Tennessee (Spring Hill Manufacturing) |
| Body and chassis | |
| Layout | |
| Platform | GM BEV3 |
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| Powertrain | |
| Electric motor | Permanent magnet motor |
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| Battery | 102 kWhUltiumlithium-ion |
| Electric range | Up to 278–313 mi (447–504 km)EPA |
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| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 121.8 in (3,094 mm) |
| Length | 197.7 in (5,022 mm) |
| Width | 77.0 in (1,956 mm) |
| Height | 64.4 in (1,636 mm) |
| Curb weight | 5,421–6,052 lb (2,459–2,745 kg) |
Acura unveiled the all-electric ZDX in August 2023. The first EV in Acura's lineup, the new ZDX is co-developed usingGeneral Motors'Ultium vehicle architecture that currently underpins theCadillac Lyriq,Chevrolet Blazer EV and theHonda Prologue, itself slated for a 2024 release. Similar to the Prologue, it shares many components with the Blazer EV, including the steering wheel, climate setting controls, and door handles. Additionally, it shares its powertrain with the Cadillac Lyriq.
Compared to the original ZDX, the 2nd generation ZDX has a more traditional roofline. The ZDX gains an A-Spec single-motor configuration, and a Type S performance variant, the latter of which is estimated to give 500hp, making it the most powerful SUV ever produced by Acura.
It is the first Acura to implement several technologies and features. The standard 18-speakerBang & Olufsen audio system marks the debut of Acura's partnership with the company. The infotainment system has Google Built-in, which is the first implementation of Android Automotive in an Acura, though it is a reskin of GM's version rather than the Honda developed version seen in theAccord. Additionally, the ZDX will debut a new hands-free highway driving assistance system called AcuraWatch 360+ with Hands Free Cruise.
Production of the ZDX began in early 2024 with sales starting in May 2024. Through November 2024, ZDX sales totaled 5,543.[15]
2024 USA Sales Total: 7,391
2025 Jan:1,384 | Feb:1,494 | Mar:
The ZDX has three different powertrain options. First is the base single-motor, rear-wheel drive A-Spec which outputs 358 hp (267 kW; 363 PS) and 324 lb⋅ft (439 N⋅m) of torque. The all-wheel drive A-Spec has an additional motor powering the front wheels and makes 490 hp (370 kW; 500 PS) and 437 lb⋅ft (592 N⋅m) of torque. A higher output version of this setup is used in the Type S, where it produces a slightly increased 500 hp (370 kW; 510 PS) and a significantly higher 544 lb⋅ft (738 N⋅m) of torque.
All versions use GM's 102 kWh lithium-ion modular Ultium battery, which is also used in the Cadillac Lyriq. It allows the single-motor A-Spec model an EPA range of 313 miles (504 km), while the dual-motor version achieves 304 miles (489 km). The Type S, which has larger 22-inch wheels, achieves a lower 278 miles (447 km) of range. The ZDX can DC fast charge at up to 190kW, which Acura claims allows single motor models to add 81 miles (130 km) of range in 10 minutes, and can charge the battery from 20-80% in 42 minutes. An onboard AC charger allows for a claimed charging rate of 29.4 miles (47.3 km) per hour.
All versions have a maximum towing capacity of 3,500 lb (1,600 kg).
Acura ZDX prototype: The dynamic ZDX is the first car styled start-to-finish at Acura's new design studio in Torrance. Not a bad first effort.
... seats two to three fewer occupants than the MDX and Honda Pilot SUVs on which it's based.
The innovative and stylish Acura ZDX crossover vehicle, introduced in 2009, will receive numerous styling and technology enhancements for the 2013 model year, which will be the final year on the market for ZDX as the Acura brand sharpens its focus on new models and core products, the company announced today.
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