The Acura ZDX is a SUV built from 2010 to 2026 over 2 generations. Most were assembled in the United States — 83.1% of those on record. Between 2010 and 2025 it grew 14 cm longer and gained 614 kg. Engines offered: V6, Electric. Worth buying? It holds up well, with the usual caveat about model years at 4.0/5 — and the year you pick matters far more than the badge (best and worst years →).
What the ZDX is
The Acura ZDX is a SUV that Acura built from 2010 to 2026 — 17 model years. Our measurements put it at 2 generations, the current one starting in 2024. It has been offered with V6, Electric power. Its closest siblings in the Acura range: TLX, MDX, Integra.
Where the ZDX is built
A badge says where the company is registered; the VIN says where the car was bolted together. We counted the first three characters — the manufacturer identifier — across 65 ZDXs on record.
| Assembled in | Share | VIN starts with | Years seen |
|---|---|---|---|
| the United States | 4W5 | 2024-2024 | |
| Canada | 2HN | 2010-2012 |
Check your own: the first three characters of a Acura VIN decide which of these 2 lines your ZDX belongs to. What every character in a ZDX VIN means →
Got the full 17 characters? A free VIN check on a Acura ZDX adds what the decoder can't see: open recalls, theft and total-loss records, and the safety ratings for that exact build.
ZDX generations, and what changed
These boundaries are not copied from a brochure — they fall out of the measurements. Where the ZDX's length or wheelbase jumps between consecutive model years the platform changed: a facelift moves a bumper by centimetres, a new generation moves the whole car — for the ZDX that gives 2 distinct generations below.
| Generation | Length | Wheelbase | Weight | vs previous | Weight change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010-2013 | 488 cm | 275 cm | 2064 kg | - | - |
| 2024-2025 | 502 cm | 309 cm | 2678 kg | +14 cm | +614 kg |
Between 2010 and 2025 the ZDX gained 14 cm in length (+2.9%) and 614 kg in weight (+29.7%). Cars did not so much grow as thicken — crash structures, airbags and equipment weigh more than the metal they replaced, and on the ZDX that is 614 kg against 14 cm. Full dimensions by year →
Acura ZDX tire size, oil type & owner specs
The fitment ZDX owners look up most — tires, wheels, oil and batteries. Exact wheel and tire sizes decode from your VIN or the driver's door-jamb placard; the universal items are listed below.
Exact tire, wheel, oil grade, capacity and battery group are added per trim and model year — decode your VIN above for the factory fitment. Universal items shown as-is.
What engines does the Acura ZDX have? Power & range
The Acura ZDX is offered with 2 powertrains — 3.7L 6-cyl, Electric. Here's the lineup by engine, transmission and drivetrain — 2 for the Acura ZDX, against one or two on most rivals.
| Engine | Displacement | Transmission | Drive | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V6 | 3.7L · 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | AWD | Premium |
| Electric | Electric motor | Single-speed | RWD | Electricity |
Horsepower, torque and fuel-tank size decode from your VIN — exact figures vary by engine and trim.
Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov (engines, drivetrain, range, charge time). Horsepower & torque from NHTSA vPIC on VIN decode.
Can a Acura ZDX tow? Towing & payload
As an SUV, the Acura ZDX is built to tow and haul. The exact maximum towing capacity and payload depend on the engine, drivetrain and whether it has the factory tow package.
What sets your ZDX's tow & payload rating:
- Engine — a larger or turbocharged engine tows more than the base unit.
- Drivetrain & axle — 4WD/AWD and the axle ratio shift the rating.
- Tow package — the factory towing package (hitch, wiring, transmission cooler) raises the max.
- Payload & GVWR — GVWR caps the combined load; more passengers and cargo lower how much you can tow.
Exact towing capacity, payload and GVWR are added per engine, drivetrain and trim — decode your VIN above, or check the driver's door-jamb and hitch labels. Curb weight from vehicle specifications.
The ZDX by the numbers
What the federal and market records say about the Acura ZDX. Each line opens the full breakdown by year.
| Topic | ZDX | Detail |
|---|---|---|
| Recalls | 36 campaigns | NHTSA, all years |
| Owner complaints | 67 filed | What breaks and when |
| Reliability | 4.0 / 5 | Best and worst years |
| Crash safety | ★★★★★ NHTSA | Frontal, side, rollover |
| Insurance | $2,071/yr | Estimated full coverage |
Frequently asked questions
What kind of car is the Acura ZDX?
The ZDX is a SUV, built from 2010 to 2026 across 2 generations. Engines offered: V6, Electric.
Where is the Acura ZDX made?
Across 65 cars in our records the split is: the United States (83.1%), Canada (16.9%). The first three characters of a VIN identify the plant's manufacturer and country — that is where these shares come from, not from a press release.
How many generations does the ZDX have?
2 by our measurements, the latest starting in 2024. We draw the boundaries where length or wheelbase jumps between model years — a facelift moves a bumper, a new generation moves the whole car. Over its life the ZDX grew 14 cm longer and gained 614 kg.
What is the Acura ZDX warranty?
New models carry 4 years / 50,000 miles basic cover and 6 years / 70,000 miles on the powertrain. Worth knowing: across our complaint records the typical car reaches the halfway point of its faults at five years, so most repairs land after the basic warranty ends.
Is the ZDX reliable?
It scores 4.0/5 in our data. The honest answer depends on the year far more than the model — see the best and worst years, and when this car starts to break.
How do I check a specific ZDX?
This page describes the model; it cannot tell you whether that car has an open recall or a branded title. Run its VIN against the records — free, and matched to the exact production run.
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