Acura fits every 2026 ADX with a turbocharged 1.5-liter DOHC VTEC four-cylinder with direct injection, rated at 190 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 179 lb-ft of torque from 1,700 through 5,000 rpm. That torque band starts early, which is what makes the ADX feel willing pulling away from a light on College Road.

The engine redlines at 6,500 rpm, runs a 10.6:1 compression ratio and asks for premium 91-octane fuel. Idle Stop comes standard on all three trims, and the tank holds 14 gallons.

• 1.5L VTEC Turbo four-cylinder with direct injection
• 190 horsepower at 6,000 rpm
• 179 lb-ft of torque from 1,700 to 5,000 rpm
• Same output on every trim, front- or all-wheel drive
• Premium 91-octane fuel recommended
• Idle Stop standard

A continuously variable transmission handles the shifting, and Acura pairs it with metal paddle shifters on every trim. Step Shift programming simulates gear changes under hard acceleration so the revs climb and fall the way a geared automatic would, and the transmission drops to a lower ratio under braking for added engine braking.

All-wheel drive with Intelligent Control System is available on all three trims. It sends power rearward before the front tires slip rather than waiting for wheelspin, and Acura says it can direct up to half the power to the rear wheels. Drive modes cover Snow, Comfort, Normal and Sport, with a programmable Individual mode on the A-Spec with Advance Package.

• CVT with metal paddle shifters on every trim
• Step Shift programming simulates gear changes
• Available AWD with Intelligent Control System
• Up to half the power sent rearward, per Acura
• Snow, Comfort, Normal and Sport drive modes
• Individual mode on A-Spec with Advance Package

The ADX uses MacPherson struts up front and a multi-link rear, both on subframes, with a lightweight aluminum front subframe. Dual-pinion electric power steering runs a 12.7:1 ratio and 2.4 turns lock to lock, and the turning circle measures 37 feet curb to curb, which matters more than horsepower in a Publix parking lot.

Braking comes from 12.3-inch ventilated front discs and 12.2-inch solid rears. The ADX rides on 18-inch wheels with 225/55R18 all-season tires, while both A-Spec grades move to 19-inch wheels on 235/45R19 rubber.

• MacPherson strut front and multi-link rear suspension
• Dual-pinion electric power steering, 12.7:1 ratio
• 37-foot curb-to-curb turning diameter
• 12.3-inch front and 12.2-inch rear disc brakes
• 18-inch wheels on the ADX
• 19-inch wheels on A-Spec grades