All-New Acura ADX first look // Finally a subcompact Acura crossover!

[@samt7785]

Wow! This covered the shortcomings of H-RV , power, panoramic sun roof, rear ventilation and cup holders. Beside one reason , would I afford it? I was waiting this beauty to come for years. Excellent job Honda/Acura. LOVE IT!

[@philbchrd]

a hybrid would be nice

[@djross95]

If they made an A-Spec model with a 2.0-liter engine and non-CVT transmission, I'd be all over it. As is, nah... Nice review as always, guys!

[@GusGus1996]

And love your reviews. Cheers from Tampa!

[@gobear83]

Nice…keep the great videos coming

[@RemX405]

This feels like an additional Honda trim more than a completely different product. That's fine, as long as it is priced as such.

[@rahimi4762]

Have u seen its competition

[@steves6320]

These two do excellent video reviews. Thanks! I’m an Acura guy, so I was looking forward to this. However, the horsepower isn’t what it should be for an Acura. How about another 20-30 hp. I do like the shifter and touchscreen (as compared to my RDX’s buttons and touchpad).

[@WOOF95]

Looks mighty fine!

[@davidjym]

looks like an Acura

[@mrslcom]

Not sure why so many vehicles only have a seat back pocket on the passenger’s seat but not on the driver’s seat. Just to save cost?

[@PHOTOCONVENTION]

I absolutely love it.

[@christ9145]

Gorgeous!!! This is going to be a HUGE seller. I wouldn’t be surprised if CRV owners switch to this!

[@initialdwu7821]

basically a nicer HRV.

[@davidjym]

$$$

[@goodrobby]

I'll take the HRV any time over this ADX as the 2.0 L engine is more reliable than the 1.5 L Turbo.

[@davidjym]

@@goodrobby HRV is underpowered and overpriced

[@migy5031]

A long hood may be attractive, but not if it’s all front overhang and not longer wheelbase.

[@stuntmonkey00]

All FWD based cars are like that now. The super short stubby noses of the 2010's are a thing of past.

[@James-il3tq]

​@@stuntmonkey00Actually cars are moving towards longer and longer wheelbases. Look no further then redesigned Honda Passport.

[@copaloadofthis]

@@stuntmonkey00... A "stubby nose" is a good nose.

[@vgasar]

I believe most people would prefer a shorter hood for better looks and easier parking

[@baldygrey2779]

My TLX has entered the chat. The long hood looks good but it's still uncomfortable to maneuver with in parking lots with the blind spots that creates. Not to mention the motor overhangs in front of the front axle. The Lexus IS...now that is a well proportioned vehicle and aesthetically pleasing, even if it is an ancient platform.

[@gshsr1]

Please enlighten me why you have your vehicle at the car show and you are not permitted to open the hood?

[@Ssccootttt]

Especially when they’re allowed to tell you everything that’s under the hood 😂

[@davidjym]

because they're not ready yet ..

[@michaels3003]

Show restrictions are standard for preproduction models. Have you been away from the auto scene?

[@gshsr1]

Ridiculous, unless this powerplant is a top secret nuclear fusion understood. However, it's an engine that will soon be in a million vehicles if not already in them.

[@gshsr1]

​@michaels3003 Ridiculous, unless the power plant is a top secret nuclear fusion technology, then OK. It's just another power plant that will be in a million vehicles soon if not already.

[@Goldisks7]

Like in the MDX, the ADX A-Spec Advanced Package has the B&O sound system. I'm wondering if that means no Sirius XM satellite radio?

[@GusGus1996]

Good looking but a CVT is a BIG NO!

[@gobear83]

There was a time i would agree..but after owning four different vehicles and thousands of kilometres and very happy with a CVT

[@charlesdudek7713]

​@@gobear83 I agree. Especially Honda's cvt, it works well and is reliable. It even "gears down" automatically if you are coasting down a steep hill to give a braking effect.

[@jpizel1070]

​@@charlesdudek7713True but the puny engine that is paired to has no torque at all. I drove the integra which has the same configuration and it's dog slow. This is much larger vehicle so it will be slower.

[@charlesdudek7713]

@jpizel1070 Oh yeah I agree on the engine. I'm not even a fan of turbos. My honda has the 2.4 liter naturally aspirated engine which I like very much.

[@davidrulnick7257]

Beautiful high tech interior.

[@rajk9413]

Is the ADX built in Mexico like the HRV?

[@andreaspencer9813]

Yes!

[@CedroCron]

I would have liked to see under the hood. But thanks for the review! :)

[@jpizel1070]

Nothing special. Same 1.5 T that's in the Integra.

[@CedroCron]

@@jpizel1070 Still like seeing it.

[@JimAllder11]

Happy Thanksgiving, Guys! And thanks for all you do! 🙂

[@andreaspencer9813]

Happy Thanksgiving! Have a great day and long weekend.

[@billurban1581]

Thanksgiving day in the states and we’re thankful for our good neighbors to the north, And especially for Andrea and Zach’s good work.

[@andreaspencer9813]

@@billurban1581 Thank you!

[@Ssccootttt]

I feel like Acura is more of a “premium” brand like Buick, not a “luxury” brand like BMW or Audi etc. This car looks great for a fancy Honda, but will undoubtedly be far overpriced for a premium model.

[@ChuckNorrizzed]

An Audi is just a VW with leather 😂

[@Ssccootttt]

@@ChuckNorrizzed I mean.. you’re not wrong

[@ChuckNorrizzed]

@@user1989fopfrs7 luxury is defined as a certain threshold based on a persons income and wealth level

[@rahimi4762]

Have u seen the competition? Thus way better than a UX or X1

[@rahimi4762]

Better than the Q3

[@bravesnipz]

Needs the hybrid engine and infotainment screen from the Honda accord touring

[@howlingwolf125y]

Finally, a nice traditional shifter... Good job Honda.. I just love to shift with a traditional shifter.. Why couldn't Honda put a traditional shifter in the Pilot and Passport - instead of the push button shifter???

[@EvanLam]

Not necessarily saying there's a technical reason for it because I honestly don't know, but its linked to the transmission (at least for all current models). So the Pilot, Ridgeline, Passport, and Odyssey, along with the TLX, RDX, and MDX in the Acura lineup, all use the 9 speed or 10 speed automatic and have the button shifter. The Civic, Accord, HRV and CRV all have CVTs. If you look at previous generation vehicles, this holds true as well so the in the accord for example, the 1.5T with the CVT had a traditional shifter while the 2.0T with the 10 speed had the button shifter. The hybrids are a bit weirder: the previous generation of hybrids (Insight, Accord, and CR-V) used the button shifters while the current generation of hybrids (Accord, Civic, and CR-V) use a traditional shifter.

[@AcuraAddicted]

It's a shame they didn't even put the button shifter in ADX when they have it even in their HR-V version in Europe (Honda ZRV).

[@dwaynebrietzke]

Wonder if that is made in Mexico like the HRV?

[@andreaspencer9813]

Yes, it is.

[@boiwand3r]

Please, please, Please, PLEASE ask Acura to bring that Orchid blue white interior to Canada, even to the RDX and MDX. There's absolutely no reason they can't do that, especially for folks who are spending almost 50K+ for a car...

[@kristapatterson7591]

I love the white interior the get in the U.S. Not fair but good to know.

[@andreaspencer9813]

I love it too!

[@edmondmartin9004]

Looking forward to seeing/purchasing maybe!! Not impressed with CVT....help!!!

[@10OF9OFBORG]

Very nice! 👍🏻👍🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@NOFATCHICK1]

I was hesitant at first as well but after seeing it at the L.A auto show it looked great. If this is price reasonably well its gonnw be a hit. This is my better and more handsoke alternative to the integra.

[@KeithHowells]

No cvt they have a 10spd auto they could be using. Also want more HP and Torque

[@djplonghead5403]

The interior just looks like a Honda, maybe an Accord or CRV (slightly nicer than an HRV). I think it needs an interior that is much more special.

[@rahimi4762]

Have y seen the competition?

[@tedlipkin4742]

does it come with oil dulation as standard equipment and terrible paint,

[@michaels3003]

The word is dilution (from to dilute).

[@tedlipkin4742]

It’s still a problem no matter how you spell it. Thanks

[@michaels3003]

@tedlipkin4742 , how do you know? I see continuing discussions on this subject, but none for 2024 models. Also, the reported problems were related to very specific driving conditions. There seem to be bigger concerns about the head gasket and fuel injectors.

[@tedlipkin4742]

@@michaels3003 there’s no concrete evidence that problem is fixed and you also have the head gasket issue. Also throw into the mix the letters “CVT “ . Good Luck

[@dominique3398]

This can be a best seller if Acura would offer a hybrid option that (btw) already have on the Civic, so Acura could really compete against the Lexus UX and I would say that even the NX.

[@kubi0461]

Seems more like an attempt at a budget rdx, given it’s pretty much the same dimensions. Visually I like it, but I question the cvt and disappointed at lack of sh-awd. The new Tiguan is more tempting.

[@RetroKingOG]

Still prefer my Integra, satisfied with this purchase

[@andreaspencer9813]

I love the Integra, what a great car especially with the manual transmission.

[@jeffwhiting4237]

So disappointed with the CVT. And isn't that the 1.5T Honda motor that's having oil delution problems?

[@fredjemal3689]

Honda /Acura CVTs work quite well. But they do slow down the vehicles somewhat. My 19 ILX was quicker (about a second 0-60) than my 24 Integra with CVT . But the Integra is smoother and more refined.

[@judih.8754]

I like it!!

[@bustingyewls154]

It’s nice. Idk why so many ppl hating lol what’s the size difference compared to the Rdx

[@ryanpatterson9526]

I wish Honda would use that physical shifter in all their models. I hate the shift buttons!

[@murrynathan]

Sport tuned CVT? Ha, Ha, Ha, Ha, Ha, Ha, Ha, Ha,! Whew, mercy me that was funny. Thanks, ya’ll!

[@jpizel1070]

😂😂😂

[@andreaspencer9813]

I was thinking the same but I will hold judgment until we drive it.

[@billurban1581]

It’s got that motorboat drone.

[@murrynathan]

@@andreaspencer9813 That’s what makes you a bonafide car journalist.

[@le8148]

I actually don’t like the stick shifter. Only manuals should have sticks imo. It’s just a big bulky thing that takes up space. Why in today’s day is it a thing at all baffles me. My favorite style automatic shifter is the turn knob style. I haven’t owned a honda or acura with a cvt, but have had this in a subaru. I actually think the cvt is really nice in the subaru, very smooth feeling.

[@chrislim7976]

I haven't noticed an Acura in probably 20 years. Who's supposed to want this.

[@jamesbarbato2192]

Finally, another SUV 🥱

[@scottarmen9097]

6:06 Two guys moonwalking.

[@1975brett]

So many things not to like here, let’s start with its a rebadged HRV, 1.5 liter, turbo, CVT….

[@alsheremeta]

I was thinking the same thing, plus made in Mexico...

[@ForgotToMentionThat]

So the HRV can have AWD but not integra with the same engine? SHAWD should be the thing differentiating Acura from Honda.

[@psewgobind]

Masses are going to snap it up, especially if priced right. I'm just glad that the K20C2 engine still exist in the HRV version.

[@thomasalagna9354]

Looks good for the money.

[@stevewise1656]

Still haven't listened to buyers regarding the touch pad and small screen. Over the last 25 years Honda has been saying they were going to quiet the cabin. I seriously doubt they followed through.

[@kawaisit3086]

Happy Thanksgiving!!!

[@pcthayer]

They're from Canada.....wrong day for them. 🙂🦃

[@jesseevangelista2422]

Do like it got a regular shifter but a no go with that small 4banger turbo

[@IndonesianTacticalChannel2]

still no hybrid, Acura?

[@anaveragehuman2937]

Sat in an HRV not long ago and instantly hated the interior. Tight inside, banged my knee on the center console, and everything felt kinda flimsy. The center console MOVED when I pressed lightly on it. Hard pass. Will be interesting to see if any of that is fixed on this.

[@ayayoutuber]

interior is already dated

[@davidjym]

I wouldn't say the interior is date, but it's forgettable

[@howiecd3861]

would you call the CRV a subcompact? bc this car is an inch longer than the CRV.

[@jpinchefsky8796]

All wheel drive like the CRV and not Acura's SHAWD?

[@stephenwierzbicki4463]

Does it have a Spare Tire (donut)??

[@howlingwolf125y]

The Good: Traditional shifter, Lots of physical dashboard controls, looks like descent outward visibility for a small crossover.. The Bad: 1.5L Turbo (instead of a naturally aspirated gas engine), CVT, a subcompact - awful small in size.. ** ** This is a subcompact.. Why so small? Honda should have just taken the same vehicle and just increased the dimensions and go ahead and make it a bigger "compact" size....

[@Caoimhin777]

Folks that were anticipating this model wanted a smaller SUV that was similar in size to the HRV. Instead, they made it virtually the same size as the current RDX. What a waste.

[@davidjym]

LOL ... except this ADX may be cheaper than the RDX.

[@Goldisks7]

@Caoimhin777.... I agree, I was looking for something a lot more subcompact. This ADX Is much too long for it's segment. I'm again considering the Buick Envision, which is less lengthy.

[@davidjym]

@@Goldisks7 also consider the width as well as these SUVs are getting tougher to fit into garsges and parking spaces 😭

[@welbyroberto6581]

The turbo arrangement with CVT tranny is the norm of today's vehicles. No technical advancement?

[@davidjym]

$10,000 for an armrest and rear cupholder ... woohoo !!!!

[@billurban1581]

Love the woo hoo!

[@davidjym]

[@playbak]

looks good but lets be honest, the dashboard and touchscreen leave a lot to be desired

[@tonyw2167]

No hybrid trim is a deal breaker for me

[@pcthayer]

One complaint with the HRV was lack of power, this 1.5T fixed that problem in the ADX. I think this vehicle will be a winner.

[@skoprowski]

But I wish the interior was more unique to the ADX

[@btrew2u]

Gorgeous blue!

[@pcthayer]

@@skoprowski Looks like a nice interior. As long is it is comfortable, nice, and fuctional, I don't care if it is unique. (Actually in my book, uniqueness is a negitive when trying to find parts for your vehicle later on when things break.)

[@pcthayer]

@@user1989fopfrs7 hmmmm....I wonder how that will affect the price after the 25% tariff on things from Mexico after the new President takes office?

[@andreaspencer9813]

@@pcthayer If Trump goes ahead with the 25% tariff on vehicles built in Mexico and Canada, they will be very expensive for Americans to buy. Vehicles made in the US will be less money to purchase so maybe Americans will have to look at US built vehicles in the near future. So vehicles like the RAV4 hybrid made in Canada will sit on lots at US Toyota dealerships. If that happens less will be shipped there as inventory sits. It actually could mean that Canada will get more inventory of the RAV4 hybrid instead. Right now that vehicle has a 1-2 year wait time in our country. Then where does Trump stop, does he put tariffs on vehicles made elsewhere like South Korea and Japan as well, not just stop at Mexico, China and Canada.

[@robertcruz1463]

Love it!!!

[@raulespinoza8668]

A Honda crv is technically "smaller" in terms of length but much more roomier overall

[@robeby5280]

CVT epic pass for me... I was excited about this vehicle, but honestly can't get past CVT. I currently drive a Infinity QX55, the CVT is horrid... as soon as temperature hits -1 it goes into some electronically controlled warm-up cycle. It's like driving a sewing machine with the engine and CVT trying to keep revs between 2700-3000 RPMs until warm-up cycle is completed, minimum of 5 minutes. Dealership says this is normal. Add to that it pretty much has a guaranteed future failure built in... my lease end can't come fast enough. CVT = vomit....

[@hendrichlance6945]

the look of this adx is good, but i'd rather take mazda cx 30 turbo anytime at least its a 6 speed auto and not cvt

[@sjohnston1487]

Like your reviews but this is another example of Acura being lost in a fog (4x former Acura owner)

[@CarletonLee]

Buick Envista Avenir Adds both rear pockets, but not Acura (Honda)???? However no strong engine or dual climate, or rear vents in that Envista. I'll keep shopping.......

[@donsou5750]

Much nicer than Honda crv.

[@Jimo368]

Bring back the Fit

[@hifiman4562]

I'm waiting for the ADHD.

[@Coco-9995]

Dislike turbos and every model has it now. Disappointing. Wonder if the specs comes with adaptive cruise controls

[@JustinAdams84]

Acura just cannot differentiate itself from Honda in this model. While it has everything the HR-V needs to be worthwhile, but it’s still a really outdated design architecture and outdated technology. It still looks too much like the HR-V. The wireless charging in a car isn’t great but from tests I’ve seen Honda has the worst implementation of it.

[@CanadianNemesis]

I was all excited until you said CVT... 🤮

[@Kiss__Kiss]

Exactly

[@gtiguy9629]

This is honestly disappointing epically after seeing the Tiguan. They’re both 201 hp

[@Mitchell527]

Take a look at it's Chinese cousin CDX with touque converter dual clutch.

[@billurban1581]

Sounds interesting, as long as the converter locks up.

[@wwoodcox]

You lost me at CVT.

[@burjis24]

CVT - No No No No Garbage transmission.....Acura is performance luxury of honda...how can you give a Damn CVT in this ? And for sure this will need Premium gas 91 Octane...dashboard is copy paste from civic

[@Slim1986]

Hey, let's slap an Acura symbol on a HRV and call it a day🙄

[@MrPedalpaddle]

As a satisfied RDX owner, I’d been hoping for an Acura HRV, but it’s a no go unless it’s a hybrid

[@Nothern_King]

CVT on a luxury model... What?

[@michaels3003]

Who (smart) thinks this is a luxury vehicle?

[@Nothern_King]

@michaels3003 Acura is their luxury brand.

[@michaels3003]

@Nothern_King , I know the history and I drive an Acura. If you visit their U.S. website, the word premium is being used to describe the vehicles.

[@tyroneshoelace4872]

I can't believe that all the car manufacturers are sticking to the "glue a tablet onto the dash" design. It's the worst interior design EVER!

[@billurban1581]

Except the Volvo screen is fairly well integrated, compared to others . . .

[@Red1831B]

No hybrid Acura? No thanks!

[@tanayvasavada]

I could watch the video for the first 40 seconds. And it was NOT because of Zach & Andrea who did their best to get me excited about this pathetic product.

[@mccarthy4718]

Inside is 100% Honda. Acura could have at least updated to more acura vs Honda

[@paulhenry913]

Another overpriced Honda

[@RealDealFind]

And Honda is already overpriced.

[@ChuckNorrizzed]

Overpriced Honda and Lexus can’t compete with Teslas

[@davidjym]

I can't with Honda products

[@masoncrnkovich2163]

They’re good cars what do you expect

[@Lucky8s]

​@@ChuckNorrizzed Tesla is junk.

[@jetjaguar5198]

Paddle Shifters 😂😂😂😂😂

[@kc-xb9dr]

A CVT 😢

[@amamiai]

It's positioned as a subcompact crossover but it's actually the size of a RDX. It uses the 1.5t that's ditched in the Civic and has the same CVT as the Civic, even the infotainment screen is the same size as the Civic's... It will probably sell well due to Honda/Acura's customers loyalty, but the product itself is a complete failure.

[@davidcohen2762]

You need to visit specsavers if you think this is the same size as an rdx.

[@bobdadruma]

As if the HR-V wasn't bad enough. Now there is an expensive crappy car.

[@artchiu584]

when i heard CVT - oh no...

[@abingeorge9228]

I'll never be able to understand the minds of the people who waste money on Acuras.

[@turboash78]

Just call it a hatchback sheesh.

[@hopnhike]

Not a fan of the rear with the eyebrows.

[@alengreen589]

a nice Honda, nothing more and nothing less.

[@losuk8]

Repacking to squeeze your pocket