What’s It Like Driving the 2025 Acura ZDX Type S? Test Drive Review

What’s It Like Driving the 2025 Acura ZDX Type S? Test Drive Review

You don’t just drive the 2025 Acura ZDX Type S. You launch it! That’s the overwhelming takeaway from a week behind the wheel of Acura’s first all-electric performance SUV. Reviewers are calling it the brand’s most exciting leap in years—and we agree. At Maus Acura of North Tampa, we’ve seen some serious reactions from drivers stepping out of the ZDX Type S for the first time: wide eyes, big grins, and one very common phrase: “Wow.”

The Performance: Fast, Firm, and All-Electric

Let’s not bury the headline. The 2025 Acura ZDX Type S produces 499 horsepower and 544 lb-ft of torque, launching from 0–60 mph in just 4.3 seconds. That’s Acura’s most powerful vehicle ever. And while the ZDX weighs nearly 6,000 pounds, it still knows how to move—fast.

Thanks to a dual-motor setup, air suspension, and adaptive dampers, the drive feels confident and grounded—even when you push it. The Brembo brakes deserve their own shoutout: firm, responsive, and perfectly tuned for a performance EV. Sure, it’s not a canyon carver. But it’s also not trying to be. This thing eats highway miles and city stoplights like a pro.

The Design: Sharp Outside, Luxurious Inside

In a sea of bland electric crossovers, the Acura ZDX Type S shows up looking like it has something to prove. 22-inch wheels, a coupe-inspired roofline, and Acura’s glowing 3D Diamond Pentagon grille give it presence without pretense. No gimmicks. Just bold, sculpted lines and high-tech lighting cues that turn heads from North Tampa to downtown Tampa and beyond.

Inside? A masterclass in quiet luxury. The Milano leather-trimmed seats (in that stunning red) are supportive and stylish. The dual-screen setup—with an 11.3-inch touchscreen and 11-inch digital cluster—is clean, modern, and surprisingly intuitive. Physical climate knobs? Still here. Thank you, Acura.

And then there’s the Bang & Olufsen sound system. Crisp highs. Deep lows. Acoustic Lens Technology that wraps the cabin in immersive audio. It’s not just “good for an EV.” It’s good, period.

The Tech: Smart, Subtle, Seamless

The ZDX Type S is a very smart vehicle. You get all the must-haves: Google Built-In, wireless smartphone charging, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto. But it’s the thoughtful extras that stand out—like the digital rearview mirror, head-up display, and hands-free cruise control.

Acura also bundled in your choice of charging perks with purchase, including public charging credits or a Level 2 home install credit. And starting June 2025, ZDX drivers gain access to 20,000+ Tesla Superchargers with an approved adapter. That’s a game-changer for Florida road trips.

An Electric Flagship That Feels Like Acura: Experience the 2025 ZDX Type S

The ZDX Type S doesn’t reinvent Acura—it reintroduces it, boldly and with more personality than any EV in its price range. From spirited drives through North Tampa to smooth glides along I-275, it’s clear Acura didn’t just want to “go electric.” They wanted to build a performance EV that actually feels good to drive. Mission accomplished!

Come see for yourself at Maus Acura of North Tampa—stop by today or call us at (813) 535-6287. And in the meantime, view our latest inventory online.