Once again our spy photographers caught up with an Acura ZDX test group and this time we managed to get a bit closer up. Looking very much like the New York Auto Show concept, Acura’s “four-door sports coupe” will be arriving later this year as a 2010 model.
The “four-door coupe” trend quickly spread throughout the luxury sedan segment following the launch of the Mercedes CLS, and it looks as though the ‘CUV coupe’ segment is the next frontier for luxury automakers.
Obviously some of the ZDX Concept’s — which first debuted at the New York Auto Show — details have been toned-down, but it looks like the production ZDX is, for the most part, staying true to the show car. That means a radically sloping roofline, giving the ZDX more or a car look than the BMW X6.
Up front we expect Acura’s signature grille, although the production car’s headlights will be toned down from the ones seen on the show car.
The latest spy shots prove that the ZDX’s interior will be very similar to the TL sedan. A navigation screen is mounted high atop the center stack, with plenty of hooding to protect it from outside light. The center stack appears to have the same overall layout as the TL, although it is a bit more sculpted. Acura’s quad gauge pack is clearly visible on the ZDX prototype.
“The ZDX prototype is unlike anything you have ever seen before from Acura,” said Jeff Conrad, vice president, Acura sales. “The prototype showcases a new level of luxury, style and refinement for Acura and speaks volumes towards our commitment to advancing the brand.”
Built on the same platform as the Acura MDX, the vehicle is being developed by engineers at Honda’s assembly plant in Alliston, Ontario. Acura has yet to comment on the ZDX’s drivetrain, but it is widely believed crossover will feature an all-aluminum VTEC V6 hooked to Acura’s Super Handling All-Wheel Drive.
The 2010 Acura ZDX is expected to begin production this fall, arriving in dealerships during the latter half of 2009.
06/18, 10:47 AM
posted by:
bigp
well if they dont up the power from the 3.7 its only going to be an half head try
06/18, 11:06 AM
posted by:
DenverGuy217
What an eyesore……
06/18, 11:07 AM
posted by:
johnnycanuck
It should be a rule that if you want to have a so-called 4 door coupe in your lineup there should at least be something- anything- that has 2 doors in there as well.
06/18, 11:12 AM
posted by:
JakeK66
This is such a fad segment. I think any manufacturer who doesn’t get into this 4 door coupe phase should be comended. It may boost sales for awhile, but then watch them just bottom out.
06/18, 11:30 AM
posted by:
Borat
Very sad specimen
06/18, 11:31 AM
posted by:
DenverGuy217
Where will the Acura dealers fit these on their lots with all the unsold TLs that are already there??
06/18, 12:47 PM
posted by:
elviososa
One Word……FUGLY!
06/18, 1:06 PM
posted by:
ricky_b
DenverGuy – DUH! They’ll fit them into their discount lots.
What drugs are their designers taking (or not taking).
Our TSX is the Euro Accord. They get a proper wagon that looks cool. We get Acura’s and Honda’s answer to the Pontiac Aztek.
06/18, 1:35 PM
posted by:
CiNO
I like Japanese cars but Acura should kill this production, I don’t to see a copied BMW X6.
06/18, 1:58 PM
posted by:
anti-believer
Denver….
TL’s are selling better than anything else on the lot. Do your research next time.
06/18, 3:19 PM
posted by:
krautninja
Sadly i dont think the “four door coupe” thing is as big a fad as everyone wishes it was, the benz CLS sells like crazy , and i can see why, its easily one of if not the best lookin benz out there. and since it can only get better looking, expect more automakers to follow suit with its success
06/18, 5:33 PM
posted by:
TL
@DenverGuy217
The TL is actually Acura’s best selling model. Do your research before you post something.
I actually like this car. It’s the first Acura to feature a 6-speed automatic, 300 horsepower and SH-AWD.
06/18, 6:01 PM
posted by:
KarLoveBoy88
this car looks like something Christian Bale would’ve driven as Bruce Wayne in the latest Batman film. I think it’ll be a handsome induction to the Acura lineup.
06/18, 9:45 PM
posted by:
smrtypants44
they need to take the back doorhandle and put it where it belongs
06/18, 10:30 PM
posted by:
andy
lol oh Acura, you get a nice shiny participant ribbon
06/19, 1:12 AM
posted by:
AutoCritical
@ KarLoveBoy88
What an interesting take! Perhaps something ’sports/classy’ but with more an emphasis on perceived functionality (All wheel drive/ride height)
Interesting….
06/19, 11:08 AM
posted by:
mayer_ray_nagin
Saying something is the biggest seller on a crApura lot is like saying it is the least stinky turd.
Biggest seller means nothing. TL sales are in the toilet year over year. That new look is bombing, and thank god for that. It is horrific.
06/22, 7:12 PM
posted by:
aggie531
this is probably the closest to a wagon that any japanese automaker is going to make.
i agree with jonnyc about the coupes
mrn-
they were saying the TL is the highest selling model is because denverguy said that the TLs werent selling
06/26, 11:53 AM
posted by:
reedfast
Well, subaru makes mostly wagons, and they are Japanese.
Also, i think that everybody is going to have to work super hard
to catch up to MB with the 4door coupes, they’re the only ones who have it right.