The Acura ZDX arrives at dealerships this spring and the company has announced pricing will begin at $64,500 before an undisclosed destination fee.
This means the electric crossover costs $7,305 more than the Cadillac Lyriq, which begins at $57,195 before a $1,395 destination fee. If that wasn’t bad enough, Cadillac offers a $7,500 incentive to make up for the ‘missing’ tax credit and this lowers the price to $49,695 before destination. As a result, the ZDX costs $14,805 more than the Lyriq despite riding on the same platform and sharing powertrains.
If that wasn’t enough to dissuade you, the 2024 ZDX A-Spec promises to come “exceptionally well-equipped.” Unfortunately, the company hasn’t provided many details at this point.
That being said, the crossover has a fully enclosed Diamond Pentagon grille that is flanked by Jewel Eye LED headlights. We can also expect 20-inch wheels and a relatively plain interior. The latter houses an 11-inch digital instrument cluster, a 11.3-inch infotainment system with Google built-in, and an 18-speaker Bang & Olufsen audio system.
Motivation comes from a 102 kWh lithium-ion battery, which powers a rear-mounted motor producing 340 hp (254 kW / 345 PS). This setup should give the crossover a range of approximately 325 miles (523 km). That’s pretty respectable and a 10 minute DC fast charge will deliver approximately 81 miles (130 km) of range.
Customers can also get a dual-motor all-wheel drive ZDX A-Spec for $68,500. The company hasn’t said much about this particular variant, but it will be more powerful and have a range of approximately 315 miles (507 km).
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The ZDX Type S begins at $73,500 and is notable for having a dual-motor all-wheel drive system with around 500 hp (373 kW / 507 PS). This enables the crossover to accelerate from 0-60 mph (0-96 km/h) in less than five seconds, although the range is expected to fall to 288 miles (463 km).
Besides being more powerful, the Type S comes equipped with adaptive dampers and an adjustable air suspension. They’re joined by 22-inch wheels that are backed up by Brembo front brakes with six-piston calipers that are painted yellow. The model also has Hands Free Cruise, which is essentially a renamed version of GM’s Super Cruise.
While the ZDX seems like a questionable value, Acura is throwing in one of three charging packages for free. They’re a tad convoluted, but the first includes a Level 2 Home Charging Station, a $500 credit for installation through the Acura Home Electrification marketplace, a $100 EVgo charging credit, and 60 kWh of complimentary charging at Electrify America stations.
The second option includes a Portable Charging Kit with a Level 1 and Level 2 capability. The package also comes with a $250 installation credit, a $300 EVgo credit, and a 60 kWh Electrify America credit.
The third and final option is best for apartment dwellers as it eschews a charger and installation credit. As a result, the EVgo credit balloons to $750 while the Electrify America credit remains untouched.
Buyers will also receive an Acura Energy Key Card, which “provides exclusive benefits including discounts to Acura entertainment partners and special events.” Of course, that’s little consolation for the inflated price tag.
