2011 Acura ZDX Review

The new Acura ZDX 2011 four-door sports coupe will arrive in showrooms this winter with its Acura dramatic style, exceptional performance and the latest technology. Acura ZDX bending segment offers stunning coupé style with the added benefit of a commanding presence and flexible utility. True to the prototype model made its debut at the 2009 New York International Auto in April, Acura ZDX production depends on the design emphasizes a key panoramic glass roof, hidden door handles on the back and flares bold defense.

"The Acura ZDX is like you've never seen before Acura," said Jeff Conrad, vice president of sales Acura. "It combines the best features of a coupe, a sedan and an SUV - all in one package beautifully carved -. As we attract a new luxury for the Acura brand"

 

Designed, developed and produced entirely in North America, Acura Acura ZDX pioneer in many ways. The Acura ZDX is the first vehicle to bear the title from start to finish the new Acura design studio dedicated to Torrance, Calif., with the outside and interior designers to work closely throughout the process design. Be faithful to the original sketch of the designer Acura first wife, Michelle Christensen, Acura ZDX features sensuous curves, shoulders and very sculpted lines of force of character.

Inside, the Acura ZDX has the highest levels of refinement and sophistication never proposed Acura. Acura ZDX within each dashboard depend Acura leather panels first hand sewn, carved doors and center console. The rich leather give the impression of Acura ZDX warm and welcoming, while creating an intimate cabin for the driver and front passenger. The cabin is well lit thanks to the widespread use of LED lighting with the light of the sunroof is a unique integral design of the glass ceiling in the industry longer. The panoramic glass roof has two automatic umbrella that opens and closes with the touch of a button.

 

The luxury cockpit gives generous space to the cabin, providing a comfortable space for up to five passengers. The Acura ZDX flexible tools allow a vehicle to be perfect weekend getaway that allows 26.3 cubic feet of space behind the second row seats and a total of 55.8 cubic feet when the seats are folded flat . The start can also be extended to accommodate long objects (such as golf bags) by removing the side panels in the side walls of the cargo bay. As an added bonus is integrated under-floor storage area, which provides 2.2 cubic feet of secure space.

The new Zdx not only has an appealing style, but also an excellent performance. 3.7-liter SOHC V-6 all-aluminum, produces 300 hp and 270 Nm of torque acceleration immediate response, high torque at low engine speeds, excellent high-rpm power. The new 6-speed automatic transmission steering wheel mounted paddles to give Acura Zdx acceleration while improving fuel economy. EPA estimated city / highway fuel economy of 16/22 mpg and run a large 21 liter tank allows Zdx Acura has a long cruise. In addition, the Zdx meets the latest EPA Tier 2 - BIN 5 and CARB LEV II ULEV emissions standards.

 

Standard ZDX Acura exclusive Super Handling All Wheel Drive ™ (SH-AWD ®) system. SH-AWD ® extends Acura ZDX call by providing exceptional maneuverability and excellent all year round. Acura ZDX are standard 19x8.5-inch 7-spoke alloy wheels, the largest standard wheels in the Acura lineup.

Adding to the dynamic capabilities of the available Acura ZDX Dynamics Integrated System (IDS), which adapts the system fully independent suspension damper force, and speed sensitive steering and to respond to the will of the driver for a more comfortable ride or more sports - all available to easily change at the turn of a dial. Comfort mode gives priority to the isolation of the road and reduces fatigue for passengers, while the Sport mode helps crisp handling response, improved body control and maximum traction.

 

Worthy of its "sports coupe" design, Zdx 2010 is longer, lower, wider and has a much wider track than its main competitors. Acura Zdx go 108.3-inch wheelbase and overall length of 192.4 cm, is the overall width of 85.6 inches and 67.7-inch track width, front and rear, and is 62.8 cm in length. These dimensions allow Zdx Acura to offer driving characteristics that are as safe as its appearance is dramatic.

When the Acura ZDX will be available this winter, guests can choose from three different versions: ZDX technology package and pack ZDX ZDX Advance. Like all Acura models, the ZDX comes very well equipped. The panoramic glass roof retractable, with umbrellas, hand-stitched leather interior, Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® connectivity, power liftgate and a high voltage audio system with CD player, AM / FM, XM Satellite Radio ® USB audio and iPod ® integration are standard.

Acura Technology Zdx with the package adds several key features, such as the Acura Navigation Voice Recognition System ™, the Acura / ELS Surround ® premium audio system and the new multi-camera rear view. Advance Package also offers customers optimization technologies, such as a blind spot information, the collision mitigation braking system ™ (CMBS ™) and Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC).

When Acura ZDX goes on sale, it will bring a new level of prestige to the Acura lineup. The Acura ZDX will be positioned and priced between the Acura MDX luxury SUV and the sedan Acura RL luxury performance. ZDX prices and other details will be published at a later date.

Powertrain

The new Acura Zdx has a new-generation 3.7-liter SOHC V-6 engine, Acura continues the long-term mission is to provide a V-8 level and horsepower, torque and fuel economy the size of the V- 6. All-aluminum engine develops 300 horsepower and 270 Nm of torque immediate response acceleration, high torque at low and medium range, and a thrilling high-rpm power.

 

Help broaden the range of power while improving fuel economy for the last 3.7L V-6 is a new 2-rocker VTEC design ARM ® (Variable Valve Timing and Lift Electronic Control) system used for the valves of admission. In addition, special high-lift specifications below the camshaft VTEC ® operation, a two-stage induction system and an electronic Drive-by-Wire ™ Gas team improves engine performance.

Performance and fuel economy is enhanced by the all-new Acura ZDX SportShift sequential 6-speed automatic transmission that is designed to satisfy the most demanding amateur drivers. The EPA estimates fuel mileage city / highway mpg of 16/22 and a 21 gallon fuel capacity allows Acura ZDX have a range long. In addition, the ZDX meets the latest EPA Tier 2 - BIN 5 and CARB LEV II ULEV emissions standards.

 

Standard ZDX Acura exclusive Super Handling All Wheel Drive ™ (SH-AWD ®) system is set for actual driving conditions and performance were presented to Germany of course the famous Nürburgring road. Sets new standards for power delivery and handling of the response, SH-AWD ® actively varies the torque split between front and rear axle first, then between the left and right rear wheels to maximize available traction in most driving situations. This "torque vectoring" works automatically and transparently, and allows the SH-AWD ® to overdrive the outside rear wheel up to 1.7 percent faster than the front wheels, creating a "moment yaw "which makes it possible for better Acura ZDX to turn around a corner while minimizing the control of the vehicle.

Chassis

Acura ZDX The chassis has been optimized to provide an ideal balance of precise handling and road isolation buffer. At the front MacPherson struts with coil springs and springs of equipment and arms control forged aluminum down to precise handling with generous travel, while the hydro-bushings suspension compliance and a crib before the "fleet "on rubber mounts provide road and engine isolation. The Acura ZDX is multi-link rear suspension is mounted on separate steel frame and aluminum brackets used to reduce unsprung weight, coil springs, dampers and roll bar are tuned for optimum ride and handling.

Included with the package feed available, the new integrated dynamic system (IDS) brings the fully independent suspension system Acura ZDX is active damping and the speed sensitive steering depending on operator preference for a more comfortable driving or sports - available at the touch of a switch. The comfort mode favors isolation of the road and reduces fatigue of the passengers, while the Sport mode helps crisp handling response, greater control of the vehicle body and maximum traction.

 

The heart of the Acura ZDX active damping is its electronically controlled magneto-rheological dampers, which can individually adjust from minimum to maximum damping force in as little as five milliseconds (0.005 seconds) .. With active damping, the easy speed-sensitive power steering automatically adjusts for comfort for the driver can select or modes of sport: the steering effort lighter is generated in the comfort mode, while the results efforts more closes when set to Sport.

Body

The goal for the exterior design is to merge Acura ZDX emotional appeal of a sports coupe with an excellent season and the capacity of the ground clearance to allow a moderate off-road. The unique design of the rear fenders give the car out and Acura ZDX aerodynamic look decisive and powerful, while the panoramic glass roof offers the occupants a view on the world around them.

Design teams with unique roof structure in the glass ceiling glass around the longest car in the market that extends from the edge of the windshield on the trailing edge of the glass tailgate. In the front section of roof is glass sunroof that tilts and slides up and back along the outside of the roof. This design helps maintain maximum opening height inside, while maintaining the personal drama and "sport coupe" design of the cockpit greenhouse. A fixed glass panel in the rear seat area over the cabin lights. Motorized double umbrella cover the front and rear glass ZDX Acura occupants choose to reduce the sunlight penetrates the interior, while a mesh wind deflector web pop-up achieved a new standard for the noise performance Wind compared to a wind deflector traditional sheet.

 

Load

Opening of the power-operated tailgate reveals incredibly detailed back of the boot, which offers a total of 26.3 cubic feet of space behind the rear seats. Premium coated loop style carpet, rear cargo area also offers a 2.2 cubic feet of hidden in the bin located under the cargo floor. Behind the removable panels for more storage areas, the side walls of the cargo. As under the door, removable side walls are brushed metal release processes, and can be stored under-floor cargo bin network produces a large luggage compartment designed to accommodate up to four golf bags. When the second-row seats folded flat, the Zdx Acura offers fully carpeted load floor almost flat and a total of 55.8 cubic feet of cargo space.

Internal

By combining the highest quality materials with the new standards, we pay attention to detail and craftsmanship, the Acura Zdx interior takes its place as the ultimate expression of Acura interior. After the "2 + concept of Freedom 'design, the Acura Zdx internal stresses the need of the driver and the passenger, but also offers the freedom to easily accommodate the load of the golf trip weekend or a big load. To use temporary, the Acura Zdx the second row of seats can accommodate two full-size adults or three passengers shorter walks.

New manufacturing processes allow top-grade leather to follow precisely the complex, fluid forms in the center console of the dashboard and door panels. LED interior lighting and a distinctive instrument panel central black out when not in use ZDX Acura gives a clean, technical feel.

Standard interior features include Acura ZDX leather seats, a seat support 10-way power driver seat and an 8-way power adjustable passenger. Also standard is the panoramic glass roof, a power tailgate and a dual zone, dual-mode automatic climate control with automatic moisture and vents on the back. Other standard equipment includes a powerful 8-speaker audio system with 6-disc CD changer, an AM / FM tuner, XM ® Radio, Bluetooth ® Audio, USB connectivity (for items such as iPod ® , iPhone ® or USB removable mass storage devices) and AUX interface (for MP3 players).

Acura ZDX The automatic day / night rearview mirror includes a rear camera display, while technology advances models and see information about the complete picture of the navigation system VGA color display.

 

Advanced Technology

An available Technology Package enhances the connectivity and convenience. The package begins with a keyless access system with pushbutton, luxurious full-grain perforated leather seating surfaces and a Milano premium Acura Navigation System with Voice Recognition ™. The system has a total of 8-inch VGA high resolution color, using the navigation data stored on an integrated 60 GB hard disk drive (HDD) for rapid and impressive AcuraLink includes real-time traffic by diverting traffic the AcuraLink ™ ™ real-time weather maps weather radar images. For the ultimate in connectivity, AcuraLink ® satellite communication system allows direct communication between Acura ZDX, and the ability to make appointments to the service of automated vehicle.

Technology Package Acura is the prestigious Acura / ELS Surround ® Premium Audio System with 435 Watt Amplifier Digital Sound Processor, 10-channel surround sound from a string and a built-in 15 gigabyte hard disk drive (HDD) media storage system that allows the Acura Zdx owner to download and save songs from about 3500 also play later. Acura / ELS Surround ® premium audio system offers DVD-Audio (resolution 500 times higher than conventional CD audio), DTS ™, CD, AM / FM tuner, XM ® Radio, Bluetooth ® Audio, USB and AUX.

Advance available in kit includes all the technology package, and adds a premium brushed tricot headliner material, ventilated front seats, sport steering wheel and the other LED lighting. Advance Package includes Acura Collision Mitigating Braking System ™ (CMBS ™), Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), Blind Spot Information System, integrated with Dynamics System (IDS), which directs the Active Damper System, and Speed-sensitive power steering.

Security

Acura Advanced Compatibility Engineering acclaimed ™ (ACE ™) body structure and a wide range of security features help active and passive ZDX 2011 offer a high level of passenger safety. The ACE ™ body structure more evenly distributes collision forces on the vehicle and also helps maintain the integrity of the passenger compartment in a severe frontal collision.

Passive safety features include dual-stage, multiple thresholds front airbag Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) of dual-chamber side airbags with passenger-side Occupant Position Detection System (OPDS), front seats with active head restraints, knee to the forces of the front passenger curtain airbags with rollover sensor and front seat belts with automatic tensioning system with integrated load limiter.

Many standard "active safety" features that help drivers Acura ZDX minimize the risk of collision is Vehicle Stability Assist ™ (VSA ®) with an anti-lock braking (ABS) with Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD) and assistance braking.

An additional active safety feature included in the package available is the feed system, collision mitigation braking ™ (CMBS ™) helps the driver to reduce the likelihood of a collision alert drivers to potential collision situations and activating the brakes if the system determines a collision is likely inevitable.

Acura ZDX Although not tested by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) as of press time, the Acura ZDX projects to get internal testing the highest ratings in NHTSA frontal and side impact test, and earn high marks from the IIHS.

Along with all other new Acura, 2010 Acura Zdx is a full 4-year/50, 000 miles bumper to bumper limited warranty and a 6-year/70, 000 miles powertrain limited warranty. Additional benefits of ownership of the Acura Total Luxury Care (TLC), which offers a free 24-hour roadside assistance, concierge service and trip routing.