The Acura ADX crossover is the brand's first entry-level crossover and is priced starting at $35,000, making it more expensive than the Integra. This pricing presents a challenging value proposition, especially considering that the ADX is essentially based on the Honda ZR-V.
2025 Acura ADX
Your first impression of the Acura ADX is the exterior design, and by the looks of it, the ADX mimics its big brothers, the RDX and the MDX, making it a victim of the Russian doll effect that most luxury carmakers practice nowadays. Nothing to get excited about.
2025 Acura ADX interior
Because the ADX is basically a Honda ZR-V underneath, the interior is identical to its relative as well. Behind the wheel, the ADX is loaded with a Google-powered sat-nav with smartphone connectivity as well as available amenities such as wireless charging, wi-fi hotspot, and BANG & OLUFSEN Sound System. As far as spacing is concerned, it's about as comfortable as its ZR-V relative, and with the rear seats folded down, it has up to 55.1 cu.ft of cargo space. Good for almost everything life throws at it.
2025 Acura ADX
Under the hood, the Acura ADX is powered by the same 1.5L VTEC TURBO as the Honda ZR-V. It produces 190HP of power and 179lb-ft of torque. Because it's mated to a CVT, the fuel rating is around 28MPG combined.
In its FF guise, the ADX feels normal to drive, but with the Realtime AWD system, the ZR-V feels capable almost everywhere. Not as exciting as expected, but it sure knows how to keep its act even when the Integrated Dynamics System is set to Sport Mode.
To rub some common sense, the ADX features AcuraWatch, a range of advanced driver-assist systems consisting of autonomous emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, lane keep assist, auto high beam, adaptive driving beam, traffic jam assist, and false start suppression, among many others.
The Acura ADX might be more like a Honda ZR-V underneath, featuring design elements reminiscent of its larger siblings and offering performance that belies its classification as a luxury compact crossover SUV. Ultimately, it’s all about practicality. Nothing else.
Available Colors: Adriatic Sea Blue, Solar Silver Metallic, Crystal Black Pearl, Milano Red, Platinum White Pearl, and Urban Gray Pearl.
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