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2026 Acura ZDX
The Acura ZDX, introduced for 2024, skipped 2025 and returns for 2026 with no big changes expected. It uses a General Motors platform shared with the Chevrolet Blazer EV and Cadillac Lyriq, with three powertrains each paired with a 102-kWh battery. MSRP runs $65,850 to $74,850, and the interior feels less luxurious than expected for the price.
Current archiveChecked Aug. 28, 2026United States specification
PowertrainElectric motor(s), single or dual
Output358 / 490 / 499 hp
DrivetrainRWD / AWD
Seating5
Decision answers20Trim, ownership and verification
What changed for 2026
MotorTrend (opens in a new tab) says the ZDX, introduced for the 2024 model year, skipped the 2025 model year, and no big changes are expected for the 2026 model.
Pricing and powertrain for 2026
MotorTrend (opens in a new tab) lists MSRP at $65,850-$74,850. The ZDX uses a General Motors platform also shared with the Chevrolet Blazer EV and Cadillac Lyriq, though it looks like an Acura from the outside with sharp angles and a chiseled front fascia.
Gtopcars.com (opens in a new tab) says the ZDX runs on GM's Ultium platform with three powertrains, each paired with a 102-kWh lithium-ion battery.
How it compares to its closest rivals
MotorTrend (opens in a new tab) lists rivals as the Genesis GV60, high trims of the Honda Prologue, and the Tesla Model Y.
Gtopcars.com (opens in a new tab) says the interior feels less luxurious than expected for the price, especially compared to rivals built on the same Ultium platform like the Genesis Electrified GV70 and Cadillac Lyriq.
Questions buyers ask
What's new for the 2026 Acura ZDX?
MotorTrend (opens in a new tab) says no big changes, following the model's return after skipping 2025.
How much does the 2026 Acura ZDX cost?
MotorTrend (opens in a new tab) lists MSRP at $65,850 to $74,850.
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Record summary
What to know first
A-Spec RWD is single-motor at 358 hp with the longest range (313 mi); A-Spec AWD adds a second motor at 490 hp; Type S is the 499-horsepower flagship with Brembo brakes and adaptive air suspension.
Model-year note
Type S is a distinct performance trim, not just an AWD A-Spec. It carries unique brake and suspension hardware.
Trim map
How the lineup separates.
Trim descriptions identify the meaningful change from one trim to the next; individual options can still vary.
| Trim | Place in the lineup | Notable equipment |
|---|---|---|
| A-Spec RWD | Entry trim | Single rear motor standard, 358 hp, 324 lb-ft, ~313 mi range, Premium leather seating and heated front seats standard |
| A-Spec AWD | Trim 2 of 3 | Dual motor standard, 490 hp, 437 lb-ft, ~304 mi range, A-Spec RWD-level equipment carries over with AWD added |
| Type S | Top trim | Dual motor standard, 499 hp, 544 lb-ft, 0-60 mph in 4.3 seconds, 22-inch wheels and Brembo six-piston front brakes standard, 16-way power front seats, head-up display and sport-tuned adaptive air suspension standard |
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Entry trim
A-Spec RWD
- Single rear motor standard, 358 hp, 324 lb-ft, ~313 mi range
- Premium leather seating and heated front seats standard
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Trim 2 of 3
A-Spec AWD
- Dual motor standard, 490 hp, 437 lb-ft, ~304 mi range
- A-Spec RWD-level equipment carries over with AWD added
03
Top trim
Type S
- Dual motor standard, 499 hp, 544 lb-ft, 0-60 mph in 4.3 seconds
- 22-inch wheels and Brembo six-piston front brakes standard
- 16-way power front seats, head-up display and sport-tuned adaptive air suspension standard
Complete certification table
3 configuration records.
| EPA ID / label | Engine / technology | Drive / transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined | Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50024ZDX AWD | Electric motor / not listedEV | All-Wheel DriveAutomatic (A1) | Electricity | 98 | 81 | 89 | 323 mi |
| 50025ZDX AWD Type S | Electric motor / not listedEV | All-Wheel DriveAutomatic (A1) | Electricity | 90 | 76 | 83 | 296 mi |
| 50023ZDX RWD | Electric motor / not listedEV | Rear-Wheel DriveAutomatic (A1) | Electricity | 100 | 83 | 91 | 327 mi |
Direct answers
20 questions tied to this model-year.
Each answer names its source.
Q01How many trims does the 2026 ZDX come in?
The 2026 Acura ZDX (electric SUV) comes in 3 trims: A-Spec RWD, A-Spec AWD, Type S.
Source: Acura
Q02What are the 2026 ZDX trims?
The 2026 Acura ZDX trims are A-Spec RWD, A-Spec AWD, Type S, listed from the entry A-Spec RWD up to the top Type S.
Source: Acura
Q03What engine or powertrain does the 2026 ZDX use?
The 2026 Acura ZDX is built around Electric motor(s), single or dual, rated at 358 / 490 / 499 horsepower across its electric SUV body style.
Source: Acura specifications
Q04Is AWD or 4WD available on the 2026 ZDX?
The 2026 Acura ZDX is offered with RWD / AWD.
Source: Acura specifications
Q05What changed for the 2026 ZDX?
Type S is a distinct performance trim, not just an AWD A-Spec. It carries unique brake and suspension hardware.
Source: Acura model-year information
Q06How much cargo space does the 2026 Acura ZDX have, per EPA measurement?
The EPA lists 30 cubic feet of measured luggage or cargo volume for the 2026 Acura ZDX.
Source: FuelEconomy.gov current vehicle table
Q07Which driver-assistance features are standard on a 2026 Acura ZDX?
The 2026 Acura ZDX is documented with 16-way power front seats, head-up display and sport-tuned adaptive air suspension standard.
Source: Manufacturer equipment table and owner’s manual
Q08What is the 2026 Acura ZDX's maximum cargo volume?
Maximum cargo volume is 28 cu ft. Documented for the 2026 Acura ZDX in Web search aggregate (Edmunds/KBB/manufacturer research pages), read 2026-09-10.
Source: Manufacturer specifications and press materials
Q09Does the 2026 Acura ZDX come with roadside assistance?
Roadside assistance is included for 4 years / 50,000 miles. Documented for the 2026 Acura ZDX in Acura USA Roadside Assistance, read 2026-09-10.
Source: Manufacturer specifications and press materials
Q10What does the Single electric motor (A-Spec RWD) engine in the 2026 Acura ZDX deliver?
Horsepower: 358 hp. Torque: 324 lb-ft. These figures belong to the Single electric motor (A-Spec RWD) configuration of the 2026 Acura ZDX, not to a trim name: one engine can appear on several trims and one trim can be offered with more than one engine, so match the engine on the window sticker before applying them. Documented 2026-09-10.
Source: Manufacturer specifications and press materials
Q11What are the 2026 Acura ZDX trim levels?
Three trims: A-Spec RWD, A-Spec AWD, and Type S.
Source: Dealer research pages
Q12How much does the 2026 Acura ZDX cost?
The base A-Spec starts at $67,500.
Source: Dealer research pages
Q13How fast can the 2026 Acura ZDX charge?
Its 800V architecture supports DC fast charging from 10-80% in about 26 minutes at up to 190 kW, adding 175 miles of range in 15 minutes.
Source: Dealer research pages
Q14What is the battery warranty on the 2026 Acura ZDX?
8 years or 100,000 miles.
Source: Dealer research pages
Q15How long does the 2026 Acura ZDX take to charge at home?
EPA lists 11.2 hours on a 240-volt Level 2 charger for all 3 charging configurations of the 2026 Acura ZDX.
Source: FuelEconomy.gov current vehicle table
Q16What is the payload capacity of the 2026 Acura ZDX?
CarWeek lists a maximum payload of 1,413 pounds for the 2026 Acura ZDX.
Source: CarWeek model-year specification page
Q17How much ground clearance does the 2026 Acura ZDX A-SPEC 4dr SUV have?
CarDealerships.com lists 7.0 inches of ground clearance for the 2026 Acura ZDX A-SPEC 4dr SUV.
Source: CarDealerships.com model-year specification page
Q18What is the GVWR of the 2026 Acura ZDX A-SPEC 4dr SUV?
CarDealerships.com lists a gross vehicle weight rating of 6,834 pounds for the 2026 Acura ZDX A-SPEC 4dr SUV.
Source: CarDealerships.com model-year specification page
Q19How much headroom and legroom does the 2026 Acura ZDX A-SPEC 4dr SUV have?
CarDealerships.com lists the 2026 Acura ZDX A-SPEC 4dr SUV with 37.8 inches of front headroom, 41.4 inches of front legroom, 37.0 inches of rear headroom and 39.4 inches of rear legroom.
Source: CarDealerships.com model-year specification page
Q20What size tires does the 2026 Acura ZDX A-SPEC 4dr SUV come with?
CarDealerships.com lists 265/50R20 tires on the 2026 Acura ZDX A-SPEC 4dr SUV.
Source: CarDealerships.com model-year specification page
Live NHTSA evidence
Current federal safety records for 2026 Acura ZDX.
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Acura ZDX official model pageManufacturer lineup, equipment and specifications
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