Acura ZDX

Name: 2013 Acura ZDX
Brand: Acura

EPA MPG: NA

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CR's Take

Acura has dropped the ZDX in 2013. Based on the very good previous-generation MDX, this coupelike, four-door luxury SUV has a taut yet supple ride and responsive handling. It has a smooth 3.7-liter V6 mated to a six-speed automatic. That's where the positive attributes end. The low roof, tall belt line, small side windows, and narrow rear window significantly limit visibility. The front seats are relatively roomy, but access to the rear seats is atrocious, and there isn't much room for two adults once they're inside. Cargo space is limited.

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IIHS Front Moderate Overlap

Good

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IIHS Front Moderate Overlap

Good

IIHS Front Small Overlap, Driver

IIHS Side Crash

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NHTSA Overall Frontal-Crash

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IIHS Front Moderate Overlap

Good

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$9,475

EPA MPG NA

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Features & Specs

4-door SUV

2 front, 3 rear

AWD

3.7-liter V6 (300 hp)

6-speed automatic

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Model History

2024

2024 Redesign Year

The ZDX, a sister vehicle to the Honda Prologue, is Acura's first EV and a product of an alliance with General Motors. We found the ZDX to be quick, quiet, and roomy, while also having a relatively long driving range and competitively quick charging. The A-Spec version we tested is available with single or dual electric motors, the latter giving it all-wheel drive. We got a robust 313 miles with the dual-motor version in our 70-mph highway-range test. The large 102-kWh battery is able to add about 30 miles of range per hour during home charging. At public DC fast-charging stations, the ZDX has a competitive 190 kW max acceptance rate. The ZDX rides smoothly, but handling is short on agility. The front seats are comfortable, and the rear seat is generous. Many of the controls, including the gear selector and steering-wheel stalks, reflect the current GM format, but the ZDX's infotainment system is easier to use. The ZDX was discontinued after just one year of production.

2010-2023

2010 Redesign Year

Bowing for 2010, the Acura ZDX is a four-door luxury SUV derived from the MDX but styled like a coupe. The powertrain is a smooth and powerful 3.7-liter V6, mated to a six-speed automatic transmission. Space and amenities are lavished on the front seats while the cramped rear feels like economy class. Folding the back seats frees up a good-sized cargo area. The low roof, tall beltline, small side windows, and narrow rear window compromise the view out. The ZDX was discontinued after the 2013 model year.