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The ZDX exterior is the work of 28-year old Michelle Christensen, whose proposal was selected from various submissions by Acura designers (her husband was responsible for the styling of the Honda FC concept car). From her very first sketch of the ZDX, she wanted to create an emotional vehicle that challenged conventional thinking of what a sports coupe should be and she said her goal 'was to create a strikingly beautiful exterior, and use that attraction to help draw you into the rich interior’.
The ZDX is designed to break new ground for Acura in the areas of provocative styling, contemporary luxury and meticulous refinement. With its sensuous curves, sharply raked roofline and bold fender flares, it blurs the distinction between coupe, sedan and sport utility vehicle… in other words, a crossover vehicle.
Clean, flowing lines start from the headlights and run the length of the car, accentuating the cars presence and grace. In keeping with the coupe-inspired styling, the rear door handles are cleverly concealed in the C-pillar, giving the appearance of a 2-door coupe. The all-glass tailgate opens wide to reveal a highly functional cargo space with integrated under-floor storage.
The prototype is finished off with stylish dual chrome exhaust outlets and 9-spoke machined wheels fitted with 20-inch Michelin tyres.
Inside, the ZDX exudes modern luxury while focusing on pampering the front passengers. The cabin is enveloped in leather, which gives the interior a luxurious and inviting feel. The cabin is enclosed by a panoramic glass roof which runs the entire length of the vehicle, providing occupants with a breathtaking view of the world around them.
The hand-stitched leather dashboard and instrument panel sweep down to form a dual cockpit layout, creating a personal and intimate experience for the front seat occupants. The premium leather seats are highly bolstered to support the passengers during sporty driving and at the same time provide comfort during a long getaway. A black monochromatic centre stack leads to the textured metallic centre console, which complements the black and pearl white leather trim. The thick leather wrapped steering wheel provides ample grip and is framed by racing-inspired paddle shifters for the ultimate in driver control.
In typical Acura fashion, the ZDX will be available with the latest in customer enhancing technologies and advanced safety features including an all-new blind spot information system, which will help drivers change lanes more confidently. A new multi-view rear camera makes parking even easier with the added enhancement of both a wide angle and top down view. Acura signature technologies like Acura Navigation System with Voice Recognition, AcuraLink Real-Time Traffic and Weather, Acura/ELS Surround premium audio system and Bluetooth connectivity will also be available.
DIMENSIONS (Prototype)Length: 4887 mmWidth: 1994 mmHeight: 1570 mmWheelbase: 2748 mm
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