Acura ZDX
The 2026 Acura ZDX enters the used market with an 'Excellent' public reliability rating, but its newness means potential failure modes are largely unknown.
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Fuel economy
EPA-rated city, highway, and combined economy by year.
Engine, transmission & drivetrain
Powertrain specifications can vary between model years.
| Year | Body style | engine | Transmission | Drivetrain | Cylinders | Displacement | Fuel type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | suv | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2024 | suv | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2013 | suv | Cylinders: 6, Displacement: 3.7, Fuel type: Premium | Automatic (S6) | All-Wheel Drive | 6 | 3.7 | Premium |
| 2012 | suv | Cylinders: 6, Displacement: 3.7, Fuel type: Premium | Automatic (S6) | All-Wheel Drive | 6 | 3.7 | Premium |
| 2011 | suv | Cylinders: 6, Displacement: 3.7, Fuel type: Premium | Automatic (S6) | All-Wheel Drive | 6 | 3.7 | Premium |
Space, dimensions & utility
Seating, cargo, and physical configuration by model year.
Safety ratings & driver assistance
NHTSA safety ratings and listed driver-assistance availability.
| Year | nhtsaSafetyRatings | abs | Overall rating | Frontal crash | Side crash | Rollover | Rated vehicle | esc | tractionControl | tpms | adaptiveCruiseControl | autoBrake | forwardCollisionWarning | pedestrianAeb | blindSpotMonitoring | blindSpotIntervention | laneDepartureWarning | laneCenteringAssist | rearCamera | rearCrossTrafficAlert | rearAeb | parkAssist | adaptiveDrivingBeam | autoReverseSystem |
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| 2026 | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2024 | Overall rating: 5, Frontal crash: 5, Side crash: 5, Rollover: 5, Rated vehicle: 2024 Acura ZDX SUV AWD | standard | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 2024 Acura ZDX SUV AWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard |
| 2013 | Overall rating: 5, Frontal crash: 4, Side crash: 5, Rollover: 4, Rated vehicle: 2013 Acura ZDX SUV 4WD | — | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 2013 Acura ZDX SUV 4WD | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2012 | Overall rating: 5, Frontal crash: 4, Side crash: 5, Rollover: 4, Rated vehicle: 2012 Acura ZDX SUV 4WD | — | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 2012 Acura ZDX SUV 4WD | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2011 | Overall rating: 5, Frontal crash: 4, Side crash: 5, Rollover: 4, Rated vehicle: 2011 Acura ZDX SUV AWD | — | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 2011 Acura ZDX SUV AWD | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Model year reports
2026
NewestThe 2026 Acura ZDX enters the used market with an 'Excellent' public reliability rating, but its newness means potential failure modes are largely unknown.
2024
The 2024 Acura ZDX presents an average reliability profile, making a thorough inspection crucial.
2013
The 2013 Acura ZDX offers a unique blend of luxury and utility, but its average reliability rating and significant safety recall history warrant careful consideration.
2012
The 2012 Acura ZDX offers a unique blend of luxury and utility, but its 'Average' reliability verdict warrants careful consideration for used car buyers.
2011
The 2011 Acura ZDX offers average reliability, with its primary concern being the **airbag system** due to extensive recalls.
Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.
What are the best years for the Acura ZDX?
Carfocal currently has 5 published ZDX reports, covering 2011 through 2026. Compare the year-specific reports directly to see how reliability, recalls, ownership costs, and value change over time. The newest published verdict says: The 2026 Acura ZDX enters the used market with an 'Excellent' public reliability rating, but its newness means potential failure modes are largely unknown.
Published year coverage: 2011, 2012, 2013, 2024, 2026.
Is the Acura ZDX reliable?
There is no single reliability answer for every Acura ZDX. Carfocal's published year reports show why the model year matters, with verdicts that include the 2026 acura zdx enters the used market with an 'excellent' public reliability rating, but its newness means potential failure modes are largely unknown. and the 2026 acura zdx's value proposition is currently defined by its pristine, albeit limited, data set. Compare the report for the year you are considering before you make a decision.
5 published year-specific reports are available for comparison.
What are common problems with the Acura ZDX?
Across Carfocal's published ZDX guides, recurring problem areas include Brakes, Suspension Components, and Exhaust System. The exact risk depends on the model year, so open the report for the vehicle you are evaluating to see which issues, recalls, and repair concerns apply.
Common problem areas found in published repair predictions: Brakes, Suspension Components, and Exhaust System.
Supporting data
- Published guides
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- Years tracked
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- Data sources
- NHTSA, EPA, owner complaints