Japanese luxury automaker Acura has finally announced the official pricing of its new ZDX electric crossover, its first battery electric model. The Honda-owned auto brand also announced that prospective buyers can now reserve the new model through its online configurator or at an Acura dealership.
Acura reveals ZDX pricing and sales process
According to the press release, the single motor-equipped Acura ZDX in rear-wheel drive configuration has a base Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of $64,500. Acura boasts that this most affordable trim in the lineup is already “exceptionally well-equipped.”
The other A-Spec trim with dual motor (AWD) costs $68,500. The high-performance Acura ZDX Type S starts at $73,500, while the Type S Performance costs a whopping $74,500. Notably, these prices exclude any tax credits, government incentives, and destination fees.
Acura emphasized that all sales for its first all-electric model will ensue through an “omni-channel digital sales process.” It basically allows interested customers to choose between the brand’s online configurator or dealerships in reserving, building, and purchasing the Acura ZDX. Refer to the table below:
Model | Base Price | Dest. Charge | Tax Credit | Effective Price |
2024 Acura ZDX A-Spec RWD 20-inch | $64,500 | +$1,350 | N/A | $65,850 |
2024 Acura ZDX A-Spec AWD 20-inch | $68,500 | +$1,350 | N/A | $69,850 |
2024 Acura ZDX Type S AWD 22-inch | $73,500 | +$1,350 | N/A | $74,850 |
2024 Acura ZDX Type S (perf. tires) AWD 22-inch | $74,500 | +$1,350 | N/A | $75,850 |
“The arrival of the all-electric Acura ZDX demonstrates our commitment to a zero-emissions future, but more than that it represents our passion for performance in the electrified era. The ZDX and high-performance ZDX Type S are exciting additions to our performance SUV lineup, our Acura dealer network is ready and we can’t wait for our Acura clients to get behind the wheel of our first all-electric model.”
Emile Korkor, assistant vice president, Acura National Sales
Technical details
The base trim A-Spec RWD features a single motor configuration that generates a maximum output of 340 horsepower. It will reportedly feature a 102-kilowatt-hour battery that delivers an EPA Combined range of about 325 miles. The same trim with an AWD powertrain is more expensive by $4,000, with an EPA-estimated range of 315 mi.
The 288-mile Type S trim and the 289-mile Type S (Perf. wheel & tire) also have a dual motor and AWD drive configuration, enabling an estimated output of 500 horsepower. The latter costs $1,000 more for the selection of performance tires.
Trim | Drive Configuration | Battery (kWh) | EPA Range | Output |
A-Spec | Single Motor (RWD) | 102 | 325 mi* | 340 hp |
A-Spec | Dual Motor (AWD) | 102 | 315 mi* | – |
Type S | Dual Motor (AWD) | 102 | 288 mi* | 500 hp |
Type S (Perf. wheel & tire) | Dual Motor (AWD) | 102 | 289 mi* | 500 hp |
Acura has yet to reveal more details about the new Acura ZDX, marking its official entry into the all-electric vehicle market.
The Acura ZDX currently has no access to federal tax credits of up to $7,500 in the US. Nonetheless, customers can benefit from the incentive through leasing. Acura plans to deliver the new model in its dealerships this spring, joining the long list of new model launches this year.