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Acura’s New All-Electric SUV Shows That Price Isn’t Always the Determining Factor in Performance and Quality

16 2024 Acura ZDX Type S

This article reviews the 2025 Acura ZDX, an electric SUV that is part of a partnership between Honda and General Motors (GM). Here are some key points from the review:

Design and Features

  • The ZDX has clean design lines and plenty of passenger and cargo space.
  • It features a spacious rear seat with more legroom than competitors from Germany and Korea.
  • Behind the rear seats is 28.7 cubic feet of space, including 5 cubes of underfloor storage.
  • Expanding to 62 cubic feet when the rear seats are folded.

Infotainment

  • The ZDX comes with an 11.3-inch infotainment interface that uses Google’s software.
  • This system is user-friendly and can be integrated with the 11-inch digital gauge cluster.
  • Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are also available.

Safety Features

  • All trims of the ZDX come with Acura Watch, a suite of ADAS features including blind-spot monitoring and automatic emergency braking.
  • The Type S adds more features, including Hands Free Cruise, which allows for semi-autonomous driving.

Charging and Pricing

  • The 2025 Acura ZDX qualifies for a $7,500 tax credit.
  • However, the top ZDX Type S tester costs $74,850, including destination charges.
  • Buyers can opt for online ordering, with options including a level 2 charger, public charging credits, or a portable charger.

Verdict

  • The reviewer found the EV road worth traveling to be behind the wheel of the less expensive A-Spec model.
  • They concluded that while the ZDX is not an inexpensive option, it still qualifies for a tax credit.

Overall, this review highlights both the positives and negatives of the 2025 Acura ZDX. While it offers plenty of features and space, its high price point may be off-putting to some buyers.