MSRP: $35,000
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Overview
The 2025 Acura ADX subcompact luxury SUV is the brand’s new entry point in its SUV lineup, slotting below the RDX and giving Acura a smaller, more affordable luxury crossover. It rides on the same basic platform as the Honda HR-V, but Acura swaps in a stronger turbocharged 1.5-liter four-cylinder making 190 horsepower, pairs it with a CVT, and offers front-wheel drive or optional all-wheel drive. The result is a small luxury SUV that feels more polished and premium than its Honda relation while still keeping pricing below many European rivals.
The 2025 ADX’s lineup includes ADX, A-Spec, and A-Spec with Advance Package trims. Across the range, the ADX leans more toward everyday comfort, useful features, and a refined cabin than outright speed. That matters in this class, because buyers are often looking for something easy to live with every day, rather than the quickest badge in the parking lot.
What’s New for 2025
The ADX is all-new for 2025 and becomes Acura’s latest small luxury SUV. It arrives with a turbocharged engine, a relatively accessible starting price, and a couple of model-specific touches, including available Adriatic Sea Blue Metallic paint and an available Orchid/Blue interior combination.
Exterior
The ADX does a solid job of looking like a proper Acura instead of merely a dressed-up economy crossover. Acura stretches the body beyond the HR-V’s footprint with brand-specific front and rear styling, and the added length helps the SUV look more planted and substantial. There’s plenty of sculpting in the sheetmetal, but it stops short of overdoing things, so the design feels clean rather than fussy.
Wheel choice also helps define the trim walk. Base models ride on 18-inch wheels, while A-Spec versions step up to 19-inch wheels and add LED fog lights. The overall look gets sportier without turning cartoonish, which suits a small luxury crossover that is trying to balance style with broad daily-driver appeal.
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Interior
Inside, the ADX pushes harder to justify its Acura badge. The cabin is roomier than the vehicle’s size suggests, with enough space for four adults to sit comfortably. Standard equipment includes dual-zone automatic climate control, a sunroof, a power liftgate, a 9.0-inch touchscreen, a 10.2-inch digital instrument display, wireless Apple CarPlay, wireless Android Auto, onboard Wi-Fi, and a wireless charging pad.
Material quality and feature content are where the ADX makes its best impression. Acura gives it a more upscale feel than the HR-V, and A-Spec models add sportier details such as a flat-bottom steering wheel, stainless pedal caps, red gauge needles, and a chrome shift knob. Available leather and microsuede upholstery help lift the cabin further, and cargo space is generous for the class at 24.4 cubic feet behind the rear seats and 55.1 cubic feet with them folded.
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Price Range and Best Value
| Trim | FWD MSRP | AWD MSRP |
| ADX | $35,000 | $37,000 |
| A-Spec Package | $38,000 | $40,000 |
| A-Spec Advance | $42,000 | $44,000 |
The 2025 Acura ADX’s price range spans three main trims, but the base A-Spec is what you should aim for. It keeps the same 190-hp turbo four and 179 lb-ft of torque as every other ADX, so you aren’t paying more for performance that still feels basically the same. What you do get for the extra money is a stronger feature mix that is easier to appreciate every day, including 19-inch wheels, fog lights, ventilated front seats, a panoramic moonroof, faux-suede seat trim, rear USB-C ports, and a power-adjustable front passenger seat.
Powertrain Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
| Engine | 1.5L Turbo I4 |
| Horsepower | 190 hp |
| Torque | 179 lb-ft |
| Transmission | CVT |
| Drivetrain | FWD / AWD |
EPA Fuel Economy
| Configuration | City | Highway | Combined | Range |
| FWD | 26 MPG | 31 MPG | 28 MPG | 392 mi |
| AWD | 25 MPG | 30 MPG | 27 MPG | 378 mi |
Dimensions and Capacities
| Specification | Detail |
| Length | 185.8 in |
| Width | 72.5 in |
| Height | 63.8 in |
| Wheelbase | 104.5 in |
| Ground Clearance | 7.3 in |
| Cargo Volume (Min / Max) | 24.4 / 55.1 cu ft |
| Curb Weight | 3,369-3,466 lbs (FWD) / 3,514-3,611 lbs (AWD) |
Warranty
| Coverage | Duration |
| Limited Warranty | 4 years / 50,000 miles |
| Powertrain | 6 years / 70,000 miles |
| Complimentary Maintenance | 2 years / 24,000 miles |
Pros and Cons
Pros:
- Upscale cabin with strong standard tech
- Generous cargo space for the segment
- Competitive pricing versus many luxury rivals
Cons:
- CVT dulls the turbo engine’s response
- Acceleration trails several key competitors
- Upper trims get expensive quickly
Verdict
The 2025 Acura ADX makes sense as a luxury crossover for buyers who care more about comfort, features, and usable space than quick acceleration. It looks the part, carries a well-finished cabin, and undercuts a number of European alternatives on price.
The weak spot is that the powertrain never feels especially eager, and the CVT doesn’t help. Even so, the ADX is easy to see as a sensible entry into the luxury SUV world, especially in A-Spec trim.
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Competitors
- BMW X1
- Mercedes-Benz GLA
- Mercedes-Benz GLB
- Volvo XC40
- Lexus UX
About the author
Cobus F. Potgieter
Reviews and Features Editor