Overview
Acura is starting its journey into an electrical future by resurrecting a reputation from its previous: ZDX. In contrast to the unique ZDX, which debuted for the 2010 mannequin yr with fastback styling that was arguably forward of its time, the brand new 2024 ZDX SUV is ready to put on a extra conventional two-box SUV form. The brand new SUV was previewed by the Precision EV Idea that debuted at 2022’s Monterey Automobile Week occasion. The idea’s styling is fascinating, with a floating roof, clean physique sides, and a light-up grille. The inside options parts that we predict the manufacturing automotive received’t be capable to pull off, together with a slim yoke-style steering wheel and a clear infotainment system. On the sensible facet, the ZDX is the product of a partnership between Acura’s father or mother firm Honda and Common Motors; the ZDX will make the most of GM’s Ultium battery. Earlier studies stated that the Acura can be constructed alongside the Cadillac Lyriq SUV at GM’s Springhill, Tennessee meeting plant. That provides us a clue as to what is going to energy the ZDX: a rear-mounted electrical motor with 340-hp in base trim, with the potential for a 500-hp, all-wheel drive variant supplied as an improve—probably carrying a Kind S badge.
What’s New for 2024?
The ZDX nameplate returns for the 2024 mannequin yr hooked up to Acura’s first all-electric SUV providing.
Pricing and Which One to Purchase
If the ZDX line follows the trim ranges of gasoline-powered Acuras, we must always see quite a lot of fashions with growing know-how and efficiency. The Kind S will in all probability be the range-topping mannequin, and we’re excited to see what an electrical model of Acura’s well-known efficiency trim can be able to.
EV Motor, Energy, and Efficiency
If the Cadillac Lyriq—the ZDX’s shocking platform-mate—is something to go by, we anticipate to see rear- and all-wheel drive powertrain choices starting from 340-to-500 horsepower. Acura has confirmed {that a} ZDX Kind S is part of the plan, and that might be the all-wheel drive variant with the upper horsepower score. No particulars have been launched simply but, however we’ll discover out extra nearer to the ZDX’s on-sale date.
Vary, Charging, and Battery Life
The ZDX will use GM’s Ultium battery know-how and can doubtless get the identical 102.0-kWh battery pack because the Lyriq. That battery is alleged to supply as much as 312 miles of driving vary within the Cadillac, so the Acura ought to provide the same determine.
Inside, Consolation, and Cargo
We anticipate the manufacturing ZDX to get a extra conservative inside design than the Precision EV Idea automotive’s. The idea’s yoke-style steering wheel will doubtless get replaced with a standard, round one. A two-row seating structure is probably going and we anticipate premium inside supplies and probably some eco-friendly textiles to amp-up the ZDX’s inexperienced attraction.
Infotainment and Connectivity
Though the idea automobile’s clear show screens look cool and futuristic, we predict the manufacturing ZDX will include a extra typical infotainment display and digital gauge show. What we aren’t certain of but is that if the ZDX will use Acura’s present software program interface, which is managed by a touchpad, or a model of GM’s new Google-based system. Both means, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto with wi-fi connectivity are prone to be normal, and we anticipate to see Acura’s signature ELS stereo system accessible as effectively.
As extra data turns into accessible, we’ll replace this story with extra particulars about:
- Gasoline Economic system and Actual-World MPGe
- Security and Driver-Help Options
- Guarantee and Upkeep Protection
