2026 Acura ADX: real cost in California

Cheapest trim, ADX · California · age 35–59 · 6 years · 13,500 mi a yearChange
Sticker$35,000the advertised price
Drive away$39,928with fees and tax
Loan payment$595/mo72-month loan at 7%, $5,000 down
True cost$1,277/moeverything, after resale
Car, fees and tax $39,928Insurance $17,346Fuel $19,080Interest and lost return $16,482Maintenance and plates $15,132

$39,928 to drive away + $68,041 to run it for 6 years − $16,000 back at resale = $91,969, or $1,277 a month.

Where the money goes

Drive away$39,928
Running it, 6 yrs+$68,041
Back at resale−$16,000
Sticker pricethe advertised MSRP
+$35,000
Feesfreight $1,550 · doc fee $85 (typical)
+$1,635
Sales and use tax, 8.99%California
+$3,293
Fuel13,500 mi a year at 28 MPG
+$19,080
Insuranceestimate, age 35–59, California
+$17,346
Maintenanceestimate
+$12,211
Lost return on your money5% a year on the down payment and each payment
+$8,535
Loan interest7% over 72 months
+$7,947
Title, registration and plates6 years in California, incl. 0.65% value tax a year
+$2,922
Resale after 6 years46% of MSRP, you get this back
−$16,000
True cost $91,969 ÷ 72 months$1,277 a month

The car

Size and space
BodySUV185.8 in long
Seats5from the Canadian version or the type
Cargo24.4 cu ftbehind row 2
Engine and fuel
Engine190 hp premium gas, FWD, AWD
0–60 mph6.9–7.3 sour estimate from power and weight
Fuel economy27–28 MPGEPA combined
TowingNot published
Tires18" or 19"by trim
Safety and cover
Crash test✓ 5 of 5 starsNHTSA · see the test ↗
Highway assistSteers and brakeshands on the wheel · every trim
Warranty4 yrspowertrain 5 yrs
Resale at 6 years46% of MSRPaverage for its type

Every trim

All trims: 190 hp, 5 seats.
ADX$35,000$39,928$91,969✓ $1,277/mo28 MPG— No
ADX AWD$37,000$42,108$94,917$1,318/mo27 MPG✓ Yes
A-Spec$38,200$43,416$95,853$1,331/mo28 MPG— No
A-Spec AWD$40,200$45,596$98,801$1,372/mo27 MPG✓ Yes
A-Spec with Advance$42,400$47,994$100,565$1,397/mo28 MPG— No
A-Spec with Advance AWD$44,400$50,174$103,513$1,438/mo27 MPG✓ Yes
ADX
✓ $1,277/mo
True cost
Sticker $35,000Drive-away $39,9286 yrs $91,969Fuel use 28 MPGAWD/4WD — No
ADX AWD
$1,318/mo
True cost
Sticker $37,000Drive-away $42,1086 yrs $94,917Fuel use 27 MPGAWD/4WD ✓ Yes
A-Spec
$1,331/mo
True cost
Sticker $38,200Drive-away $43,4166 yrs $95,853Fuel use 28 MPGAWD/4WD — No
A-Spec AWD
$1,372/mo
True cost
Sticker $40,200Drive-away $45,5966 yrs $98,801Fuel use 27 MPGAWD/4WD ✓ Yes
A-Spec with Advance
$1,397/mo
True cost
Sticker $42,400Drive-away $47,9946 yrs $100,565Fuel use 28 MPGAWD/4WD — No
A-Spec with Advance AWD
$1,438/mo
True cost
Sticker $44,400Drive-away $50,1746 yrs $103,513Fuel use 27 MPGAWD/4WD ✓ Yes

Features, trim by trim

Cheapest on the left. Each bar starts at the trim that adds it.
Feature
ADX$35,000
ADX AWD$37,000
A-Spec$38,200
A-Spec AWD$40,200
A-Spec with Advance$42,400
A-Spec with Advance AWD$44,400
Safety and driver assist
Automatic braking
✓ Every trim
Blind-spot monitor
✓ Every trim
Rear cross-traffic alert
✓ Every trim
Adaptive cruise
✓ Every trim
Lane centering
✓ Every trim
360° camera
✓ from A-Spec with Advance
Parking sensors
✓ from A-Spec with Advance
Comfort
Heated seats
✓ Every trim
Cooled seats
✓ from A-Spec
Heated steering wheel
✓ from A-Spec with Advance
Dual-zone climate
✓ Every trim
Convenience
Push-button start
✓ Every trim
Remote start
✓ from A-Spec with Advance
Power liftgate
✓ Every trim
Wireless phone charging
✓ Every trim
Power driver's seat
✓ Every trim
Memory seat
✓ from A-Spec with Advance
Tech and audio
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
✓ Every trim
Wireless CarPlay
✓ Every trim
Built-in navigation
✓ from A-Spec with Advance
Premium sound system
✓ from A-Spec with Advance
Capability and looks
AWD or 4WD
✓
✓
✓ from A-Spec with Advance AWD
Sunroof
✓ Every trim
Panoramic roof
✓ from A-Spec
LED headlights
✓ Every trim
Not listed on any trimHands-free drivingHeated rear seatsMassaging seatsHead-up displayLarge touchscreen (12 in+)Tow hitch included
Full standard equipment on the ADX (69 items)
  • Front-Wheel Drive
  • Aluminum-alloy wheels: 18 x 7J Aluminum Alloy
  • LED Headlights with Auto-On / Off (LED headlights)
  • LED Front Turn Indicators
  • LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL)
  • LED Side Mirror Directional Turn Indicator
  • LED Taillights
  • Heated Side Mirrors
  • One-Touch Power Moonroof with Tilt and Slide Function (sunroof)
  • Smart Windshield Wiper System
  • Security System with Remote Entry
  • Capless Fuel Filler
  • Power Side Mirrors with Reverse Gear Tilt Down
  • Rear Privacy Glass
  • Smart Entry with Walk Away Auto Lock (keyless entry)
  • Power Tailgate with Walk Away Close (power liftgate)
  • Power Windows with Auto Up / Down Driver's Window
  • Heated Front Seats
  • Leatherette-Trimmed Seats
  • Driver's Seat with 8-way Power Adjustment
  • Passenger Seat with Manual Adjustment
  • Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel
  • Steering Wheel-Mounted Controls
  • Tilt and Telescopic Steering Column
  • Dual Automatic Climate Control (multi-zone climate control)
  • Automatic-Dimming Frameless Rearview Mirror
  • 60/40 Split 2nd-Row Seat
  • Ambient LED Lighting
  • 12-Volt Power Outlet (Front & Cargo Area)
  • Rear A/C Vents
  • 9-inch Color Touchscreen
  • 10.2-inch Digital Instrument Cluster
  • Acura Premium Sound System with 8 Speakers (premium audio)
  • Wireless Apple CarPlay Compatibility (wireless CarPlay)
  • Wireless Android Auto Compatibility
  • Bluetooth HandsFreeLink
  • Bluetooth Streaming Audio
  • 3.0-Amp USB-C Smartphone / Audio Interface - Front Seat (1)
  • 3.0-Amp USB-C Charging Ports - Front Seat (1)
  • Wi-Fi Hotspot Capability
  • Wireless Phone Charger (Qi) (wireless phone charging)
  • AcuraLink
  • AcuraLink Connected Services
  • Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS)
  • Road Departure Mitigation System (RDM)
  • Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
  • Forward Collision Warning (FCW)
  • Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low-Speed Follow (adaptive cruise control)
  • Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)
  • Traffic Sign Recognition System (TSR)
  • Traffic Jam Assist (lane centering / traffic jam assist)
  • Blind Spot Information System (BSI)
  • Cross Traffic Monitor (CTM) (rear cross-traffic alert)
  • Pedestrian Detection
  • Auto High-Beam Headlights
  • Advanced Front Airbags (SRS)
  • Advanced Front Knee Airbags
  • Advanced Rear Side Airbags
  • Side Curtain Airbags
  • Rear Outboard Passenger's Side Airbags
  • Seat-Belt Reminder for All Seating Positions
  • Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) with Traction Control
  • Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
  • Rearview Camera
  • Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
  • Hill Start Assist
  • Rear Seat Reminder (RSR)
  • Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) with Automatic Brake Hold
  • Active Noise Cancellation (ANC)

Recalls

We couldn't match the ADX in NHTSA's recall records yet, so we can't say whether it has any. Check by VIN at NHTSA ↗

Quick answers
How much is a 2026 ADX in California?
$39,928 to drive away for the ADX, from a $35,000 sticker.
What does it cost a month?
A $595 loan payment, about $1,312 a month with insurance, fuel and upkeep ($5,000 down); about $1,277 a month all in, after resale.
How much can it tow?
The brand doesn't publish a towing capacity.

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