Acura Unveils First All-Electric Model: Acura ZDX and ZDX Type S

Acura unveiled its first all-electric model: the new 2024 Acura ZDX and ZDX Type S. The ZDX A-Spec single-motor variant is anticipated to receive an EPA range rating of 325 miles. The ZDX was co-developed by Acura with GM. (Earlier post.)

Acura will offer the ZDX A-Spec in both single-motor (rear-wheel-drive) and dual-motor (all-wheel-drive) configurations. The 2024 ZDX A-Spec is expected to start in the $60,000 range. The ZDX Type S, the most powerful and best performing Acura SUV ever, will feature a performance tuned dual-motor AWD powertrain and is expected to start in the $70,000 range.

All Acura ZDX sales will take place through a new, omni-channel digital sales process. Pre-sale activities for ZDX will start later this year, with first client deliveries slated for early 2024.

Built upon an electric vehicle platform with a flexible battery architecture, a low center of gravity and near 50/50 weight distribution, the all-electric ZDX expands Acura’s lineup of premium, performance SUVs. ZDX A-Spec is powered by a rear-mounted single-motor producing an estimated 340 horsepower; ZDX A-Spec is also available dual-motor, all-wheel drive configuration.

As with all high-performance Acura Type S models, ZDX Type S significantly enhances every element of the performance driving experience, including acceleration, braking and turning, all without compromising comfort, refinement or daily drivability. ZDX Type S will define Acura performance for the electrified era with an estimated 500 horsepower, a height-adjustable air suspension, performance-tuned adaptive dampers and 15.6-inch Brembo front brakes with eye-catching 6-piston yellow calipers. Drivers can customize the driving experience with multiple drive modes, including a Sport mode for maximum acceleration and response.

The athletic stance and proportions of ZDX are complemented in the Type S model by 22-inch machine-finished wheels, the largest ever for an Acura model, and wider 275/40ZR22 self-sealing tires. Available high-performance summer tires, packaged with a gloss-black wheel, further increase Type S’ performance capabilities.

ZDX supports DC Fast Charging at rates up to 190 kW. With DC Fast Charging in approximately 10 minutes, the 102-kWh lithium-ion battery pack in ZDX A-Spec rear-wheel drive can gain an estimated 81 miles of range.

ZDX features a combined 22-inches of high-definition digital screen real estate with a standard Precision Cockpit Driver Information Cluster (11-inches) and Center Information Screen (11.3 inches) with an intuitive touchscreen interface and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility. Through ZDX’s Google built-in system, Google Maps can be displayed on either screen providing sophisticated route planning with recommended charging stations to optimize travel time.

Google Maps also can estimate the charging time required to reach the destination and can initiate preconditioning of the EV battery when the destination is a DC Fast charging station.

ZDX comes standard with AcuraWatch, a suite of safety and driver assistive technologies, including Acura’s first applications of Rear Cross Traffic Braking and Blind Zone Steering Assist.

 

With the new AcuraWatch 360+ system, ZDX Type S introduces Hands Free Cruise driver assistance technology to the Acura lineup, enabling hands-free driving on up to 400,000 miles of compatible roads, helping to make long drives and commutes more comfortable. ZDX Type S’ AcuraWatch 360+ also features the first Automatic Parking Assist system in an Acura, which helps take the stress out of parallel parking.