Now in its second year, the Acura ADX offers tremendous value in the subcompact luxury crossover segment. Competitors include the BMW X1 and the Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class.
2026 Acura ADX Pricing, Specs, and Release Date
- What’s New for the 2026 Acura ADX
- Design
- Powertrain
- Interior
- Technology
- Safety
- Pricing and Release Date
- Further Research
What’s New for the 2026 Acura ADX
The Acura ADX carries over nearly unchanged in its second year, even when it comes to pricing. There is a new exterior color option, Double Apex Blue, but that’s the only update. Arguably, though, it’s an even better value than before, because most competitors have introduced typical annual price increases.
Design
The Acura ADX shares a platform with its cousin, the Honda HR-V, and the family resemblance is apparent. However, there’s enough Acura-specific detailing to satisfy luxury shoppers, with standard LED lighting, a pair of exhaust outlets, and standard 18-inch alloy wheels (19-inch wheels for A-Spec models). For more distinction, consider options such as the sporty mid-hatch spoiler.
Powertrain
Performance from the Acura ADX is just adequate, though its modest numbers explain why it’s so affordable compared to rivals. A 1.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine, paired with a continuously variable transmission (CVT), produces just 190 horsepower and 179 pound-feet of torque. Front-wheel drive (FWD) is standard, and all-wheel drive (AWD) is available across the lineup for $2,000. Base and A-Spec models come with Normal, Sport, Comfort, and Snow driving modes, which adjust throttle and steering tuning, while the Advance Package adds a customizable Individual mode. Fuel economy peaks at 28 mpg combined for FWD models.
Interior
The Acura ADX seats five across its two rows. Though the second row is on the snug side, as is typical for a small crossover, the cabin is well-designed and well-crafted. Heated front seats and a power liftgate with automatic closing come standard, while options include a variety of premium and two-tone leather or ultra suede upholstery.
Technology
The ADX comes standard with a 10.2-inch digital gauge cluster, a 9-inch touchscreen, wireless charging, and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration. The system is more user-friendly than most Acura crossovers, because it lacks the brand’s typical trackpad interface and has well-placed physical controls. The USB-C ports double from two to four on A-Spec models, and with the Advance Package, the standard eight-speaker audio system is upgraded to a 15-speaker Bang & Olufsen stereo.
Safety
The ADX comes standard with a long list of advanced driver-assistance features, including adaptive cruise control, forward-collision warning, lane-keep assist, blind-spot monitors, and traffic-sign recognition. The only feature that costs more is a surround-view camera system, included with the Advance Package. The Acura ADX holds a 2025 Top Safety Pick rating from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), despite some second-best “Acceptable" scores. The ADX also earned a five-star Overall Safety Rating, the highest available from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
Pricing and Release Date
The 2026 Acura ADX is on sale now. As previously noted, base pricing carries over from the 2025 model year. The base FWD ADX starts at $35,000, the ADX A-Spec starts at $38,200, and the ADX A-Spec with Advance Package starts at $42,400. These prices do not include Acura’s destination charge of $1,450.
