The newest Acura car is the RSX, a battery-electric SUV that becomes the brand’s first vehicle engineered fully in-house on Honda’s new “0 Series” platform, arriving in the U.S. during 2026. Right behind it in freshness is the ADX, a premium compact SUV that only recently joined the lineup, while the electric ZDX and ZDX Type S have already been discontinued.
Acura’s lineup is in the middle of a genuine transition. The brand’s first modern EV, the ZDX, has already come and gone, and the RSX is stepping in as a cleaner, more self-reliant electric flagship. Meanwhile the gas lineup is consolidating around SUVs and the Integra. Here is where every current and upcoming Acura stands, with the tech that actually matters.
Acura RSX: the new in-house electric SUV
The RSX is the headline. Unlike the ZDX, which borrowed General Motors’ Ultium battery architecture, the RSX rides on Honda’s own “0 Series” EV platform and is the first Acura to run ASIMO OS, an in-house, software-defined operating system that handles infotainment, driver assistance, and connectivity, and is designed to improve over time through over-the-air updates. Acura describes it as a machine-learning system that personalizes the drive rather than a static menu.
On the hardware side, Acura has confirmed a dual-motor all-wheel-drive setup with a low center of gravity, sport-tuned suspension, and Brembo brakes, signaling that the RSX is meant to be a performance EV rather than a soft crossover. Production takes place at Honda’s EV hub in Ohio, alongside the wider Honda 0 family.
A few caveats worth stating plainly: Acura has not published final horsepower, battery size, or EPA range for the RSX, so treat any specific numbers as estimates. Industry expectations point to a driving range in the neighborhood of 300 miles and a starting price somewhere around the $50,000 mark, positioning it between the outgoing RDX and the discontinued ZDX. Launch timing has floated between early and later 2026 depending on the source; the most consistent guidance is that it goes on sale in the U.S. during 2026. If you want the newest Acura and you want it electric, this is the one to wait for.
Acura ADX: the newest Acura you can actually buy
If the RSX is the future, the ADX is the newest Acura available on dealer lots right now. It is a premium compact SUV that slots below the RDX and gives Acura an entry point starting around $35,000, with a loaded A-Spec with Advance Package landing in the low $40,000s.
Power comes from a 1.5-liter VTEC Turbo four-cylinder rated at 190 horsepower and 179 lb-ft of torque, available in front- or all-wheel drive across three trims (ADX, A-Spec, and A-Spec with Advance Package). It is not a performance model, and the modest output is the honest trade-off for the price.
The tech story is stronger than the spec sheet suggests. A 10.2-inch digital instrument cluster is standard, the top trim adds Google built-in (Google Assistant for hands-free calls, texts, and cabin controls, plus Google Maps with live traffic), and a 15-speaker Bang & Olufsen premium audio system is available. AcuraWatch driver-assistance features are included as well. For a first Acura or a tech-forward small SUV, the ADX is a sensible, current choice.
Acura ZDX and ZDX Type S: recently discontinued
The ZDX is the model most tech outlets, including TechCrunch, reviewed as Acura’s electric arrival, so it is worth being clear about its status: Acura discontinued the ZDX in September 2025, and the planned 2026 model year was cancelled. Because it was built on GM’s Ultium platform at a GM plant, the end of that arrangement effectively ended the car. Remaining inventory is limited and heavily discounted, so you may still find one, but it is no longer in production.
It was a strong debut on paper. The A-Spec produced 490 horsepower and the ZDX Type S made 499 horsepower with 492 lb-ft of torque, more than the NSX Type S hybrid supercar. EPA range ran from about 313 miles for the single-motor A-Spec down to roughly 278 miles for the Type S. Every trim included an 18-speaker Bang & Olufsen system and Google built-in, and DC fast charging took the battery from 20 to 80 percent in about 42 minutes. If you find a leftover ZDX at a discount, it is a lot of EV for the money; just know that Acura’s EV future now runs through the RSX instead.
Acura Integra and Integra Type S: the enthusiast pick
With Acura’s sedans winding down, the Integra is the brand’s remaining car, a premium sport compact in liftback form. The standard Integra covers the daily-driver role, but the one enthusiasts care about is the Integra Type S.
The Type S pairs a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder making 320 horsepower and 310 lb-ft of torque with a six-speed manual transmission and no automatic option, which is increasingly rare at this price. It starts around $53,900. For 2026, Acura updated the cabin tech with a 9-inch touchscreen and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. It is not the quickest car in its class in a straight line, but its handling, brakes, and shifter make it one of the most engaging things Acura sells. This is the model to watch if you value driver involvement over screens.
Acura MDX and MDX Type S: the three-row flagship
The MDX remains Acura’s best-known vehicle and the anchor of the 2026 lineup: a three-row luxury SUV that carries the brand’s family-hauler duties. The performance-oriented MDX Type S uses a turbocharged 3.0-liter V6 rated at roughly 355 horsepower, paired with an available Bang & Olufsen sound system, air suspension, and Acura’s SH-AWD all-wheel-drive system.
The MDX is not new for 2026, but it is fully current and continues on sale, making it the default choice for buyers who need three rows and are not ready to go electric. It also shows where Acura’s non-EV tech sits today: large touchscreens, premium audio, and a mature suite of AcuraWatch safety features rather than the software-defined ASIMO OS reserved for the RSX.
Acura TLX: on its way out
Buyers cross-shopping Acura sedans should know that the TLX was discontinued after the 2025 model year, ending a roughly decade-long run and leaving the Integra as Acura’s only car. The sporty TLX Type S used a turbocharged 3.0-liter V6 producing 355 horsepower. New inventory is now extremely thin, so while you may still spot one, it is effectively a closeout rather than a current model.
The current Acura lineup at a glance
| Model | Type | Status | Approx. starting price | Standout tech |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RSX | Electric SUV | Arriving in 2026 | ~$50,000 (est.) | ASIMO OS, dual-motor AWD, OTA updates, Brembo brakes |
| ADX | Compact SUV (gas) | On sale | ~$35,000 | Google built-in, 15-speaker Bang & Olufsen, AcuraWatch |
| ZDX / ZDX Type S | Electric SUV | Discontinued (2025) | ~$65,000 when new | Up to 499 hp, ~278-313 mi, Google built-in, 18-speaker B&O |
| Integra / Integra Type S | Sport compact (gas) | On sale | ~$53,900 (Type S) | 320 hp, 6-speed manual, 9-inch screen, wireless CarPlay/Android Auto |
| MDX / MDX Type S | 3-row luxury SUV (gas) | On sale | Low $50,000s | ~355 hp Type S, SH-AWD, Bang & Olufsen, AcuraWatch |
| TLX | Sport sedan (gas) | Discontinued (after 2025) | Closeout only | 355 hp Type S V6, head-up display, Brembo brakes |
Prices are approximate starting figures and vary by trim, options, and market; unconfirmed RSX specs are noted as estimates.
The bottom line
Acura’s model story in 2026 is really a tale of two EVs. The ZDX arrived first, earned solid reviews for its power and range, and then bowed out when the GM partnership behind it ended. Its replacement, the RSX, is the more meaningful launch because Acura built it itself, on Honda’s own EV platform, with the ASIMO OS software stack that the brand plans to carry forward. That makes the RSX the definitive “new Acura car” to watch this year, even if you should wait for final range, power, and pricing before committing.
For buyers who need something today, the ADX is the freshest Acura you can drive home now, and it punches above its price on cabin tech with Google built-in and Bang & Olufsen audio. The Integra Type S remains the enthusiast’s answer, the MDX is the safe three-row default, and the TLX is effectively gone. If you have been waiting for Acura’s electric future to feel like Acura’s own, 2026 is the year it finally does.
