A premium look, reasonable pricing, and a reputation for reliability are rare finds when it comes to shopping for an SUV. The 2026 Acura ADX brings those qualities together with a stylish design and a quiet, upscale cabin. The ADX shares much of its basic layout and packaging with the Honda HR-V, but with a more sophisticated standard feature set. When you consider its well equipped and offers a sporty driving experience, there’s plenty to love about Acura’s smallest SUV.
Here’s a look at our 3 Favorite Things about the 2026 Acura ADX.
1. Premium Standard Features
There’s a reason that the 2026 Acura ADX is one of our Best Luxury Subcompact SUVs. Part of that appeal is because Acura doesn’t make you choose between luxury and practicality. The Acura ADX carries over unchanged from the 2025 ADX, with an interior design and screen interfaces that are familiar and easy to use. Standard features include heated front seats, a power driver’s seat, a moonroof, a power tailgate, a 10.2-inch digital instrument cluster and a 9-inch touchscreen. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto come standard along with wireless smartphone charging.
The standard equipment is one reason why the ADX costs $8,500 more than the HR-V.
2. Safety Comes Standard
Paying extra for safety isn’t something you have to worry about with the 2026 Acura ADX. Acura makes a broad selection of driver-assistance features standard including automatic emergency breaking, adaptive cruise control with low-speed follow, lane-keeping assistance, lane departure warning, and traffic-sign recognition.
The 2026 Acura ADX earned a 5-star rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and a Top Safety Pick from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS).
3. Handles with Confidence
Another reason for the price upcharge is a more potent 190-horsepower turbo-4 than the basic 158-hp 4-cylinder in the HR-V. Acura didn’t just build the ADX for everyday errands, it’s perfect for open road adventures, too. Thanks to its sport-tuned suspension, the ADX feels composed and it inspires confidence whether you’re merging onto the highway, getting into the passing lane, or settling into a longer drive. Its sporty character is exactly what makes it feel fun behind the wheel, without sacrificing the comfort you prefer in an SUV.
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