Test-Driving The 2025 Acura ZDX Type S Electric
Acura tossed its hat into the electric ring last year with the launch of their first all-electric SUV, the ZDX. It's a grand start and a worthy contender in the realm of electrics, as revealed by its week's test. Let's check it out.
2025 Acura ZDX Type S
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Its body is the ZDX's best feature. The vehicle has a long, low-slung exterior with a sculpted hood, a glowing 3D-effect grille, and sharp LED headlights that give it a high-tech, aggressive face. It's not one of those electrics adorned with virtue-signaling cues. Its side profile is coupe-like but avoids the typical SUV-coupe pitfalls with strong character lines, flared wheel arches, and 22-inch wheels that add visual weight. It's a handsome, hefty vehicle at a little under 6,000 pounds.
2025 Acura ZDX Type S
Acura
As one should expect for a luxury badge priced above $70,000 (for my S trim), the ZDX offers a luxurious cabin with premium materials including comfy, sporty-looking Milano leather-trimmed red seats. A dual-screen setup dominates the dash—an 11-inch digital gauge cluster and an 11.3-inch touchscreen—while physical climate knobs thankfully remain. My phone synced instantly with the system and Premium touches like the bronze accent trim and a flat-bottom steering wheel are classy features.
2025 Acura ZDX Type S
Acura
A high-end Bang & Olufsen premium audio system features 18 speakers, 14 channels of amplification, Beosonic one-touch sound control and proprietary Acoustic Lens Technology.
The ZDX Type S packs dual electric motors producing a combined 499 horsepower and 544 lb-ft of torque, making it the most powerful Acura ever sold. It uses a 102.0-kWh Ultium battery and delivers an estimated and good 278 miles of range, with DC fast charging up to 190 kW.
Of note is that the ZDX shares its underpinnings with the Cadillac Lyriq and Chevrolet Blazer EV. Also, upon purchase or lease of a new Acura ZDX, customers can select one of three charging packages included in the MSRP. Acura offers a combination of public charging credits, charging equipment and an installation credit.
2025 Acura ZDX Type S
Acura
Pricing for the 2025 Acura ZDX Type S starts at $74,500, topping out at $76,450 with all options and delivery charge.
The ZDX offered that delicious electric zip, going from from 0 to 60 mph in just 4.3 seconds. However, the driving experience is somewhat compromised by the vehicle's weight, leading to a less agile feel. The steering is heavy and lacking in direct feedback. The Brembo brakes are top-notch, though. It is a comfortable, heavy vehicle, suitable for families or over long journeys. Charging was a simple matter.
The ZDX is equipped with a comprehensive suite of safety features including Forward Collision Alert, Automatic Emergency Braking, Lane Keeping Assist System, Adaptive Cruise Control, Blind Spot Monitoring, Rear Cross Traffic Braking and so much more.
The steering wheel was too big for my hands, which wasn't only a convenience issue, but a safety one. More than once, the wheel was snapped out of my paws simply because I couldn't get a good grip unless I made a point to. Finally, its inside, for the price, could be more upscale, or unique.
2025 Acura ZDX Type S
Acura
Conclusion: It is a good electric start for Acura. The good news is if it survives, it's bound to improve in time.
Good to know: Acura announced in March that ZDX owners will gain access to more than 20,000 select Tesla Superchargers across the U.S. starting in June 2025 with the availability of the first Acura-approved NACS-CCS DC fast-charging adapter.
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