2013 Acura ZDX — Full Specifications
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The 2013 Acura ZDX is an SUV powered by a 3.7L 6-cyl premium gasoline engine. It returns around 23 mpg (UK) / 19 mpg (US EPA) combined. Owners often keep a Acura ZDX workshop manual to hand for servicing and repairs.
Compared with the 2012 Acura ZDX: Fuel economy is essentially unchanged at around 23 mpg (UK) combined. The engine line-up listed by EPA is unchanged. It carries the same 5★ overall NHTSA rating.
Full Specifications
| Engine | 3.7L 6-cyl |
|---|---|
| Transmission | Automatic (S6) |
| Fuel Type | Premium Gasoline |
| Powertrain | Conventional |
| Drive | All-Wheel Drive |
| Body Style | SUV |
| Fuel Economy (UK) | 23 combined / 19 urban / 28 extra-urban mpg |
| Fuel Economy (US EPA) | 19 combined / 16 city / 23 highway mpg |
| CO₂ Emissions | 300 g/km |
| EPA Greenhouse Gas Score | 4 / 10 (10 = lowest emissions) |
| EPA Est. Annual Fuel Cost | $4,350 (15,000 mi/yr, US prices) |
Engine & Transmission Options
EPA lists 1 configuration for the 2013 Acura ZDX, all with the 3.7L 6-cyl engine. The headline figures at the top of this page describe the most fuel-efficient configuration.
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG (UK) | MPG (US) | CO₂ g/km | Fuel cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.7L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | All-Wheel Drive | 23 | 19 (16/23) | 300 | $4,350 |
MPG (US) shows combined, with city/highway in brackets. Highlighted row = the configuration used for the headline figures. Source: US EPA fueleconomy.gov.
Owner Essentials for the 2013 Acura ZDX
Running Costs: 2013 Acura ZDX
Covering around 8,000 miles a year in a 2013 Acura ZDX at 23 mpg combined, expect roughly 1,581 litres of fuel annually — multiply by your local price per litre for a cost estimate. For US owners, the EPA estimates about $4,350 a year in fuel for the most efficient configuration (15,000 miles, national average prices). Work out exact fuel costs with the fuel cost calculator on 247Calculators.
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2013 Acura ZDX Safety Ratings (NHTSA)
How It Compares
How does the Acura ZDX compare to similar SUVs? For context, SUVs in our database average around 27 mpg (UK) combined — this model's 23 mpg figure is 4 mpg below that average. Its 300 g/km CO₂ figure is 47 g/km higher than the 253 g/km average for SUVs on this site. This comparison is based on 1824 SUVs in our dataset.
Acura models in our database average about 29 mpg (UK) combined on their most efficient configuration; the 2013 Acura ZDX's 23 mpg is 6 mpg below that make average. Its 300 g/km CO₂ figure is 65 g/km higher than the 235 g/km Acura average.
Last updated: · Data: US EPA (fueleconomy.gov) and NHTSA safety ratings 18 July 2026; NHTSA recalls and complaints 6 October 2026; Wikidata & curated EU catalogue 18 July 2026; European generation and engine data from Wikipedia 7 October 2026
Vehicle data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Always verify with your vehicle handbook or a qualified mechanic. This is a reference tool, not professional advice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What engine does the 2013 Acura ZDX have?
It's fitted with a 3.7L 6-cyl premium gasoline engine, paired with a automatic (s6) transmission.
What is the fuel economy of the 2013 Acura ZDX?
The most efficient configuration returns around 23 mpg (UK) combined, or 19 mpg on the US EPA cycle.
How much does the 2013 Acura ZDX cost to fuel per year?
The US EPA estimates about $4,350 a year in fuel for the most efficient configuration, based on 15,000 miles of mixed driving and national average fuel prices. Your own cost will depend on mileage and local prices.
Does the 2013 Acura ZDX have a good safety rating?
It holds an overall NHTSA rating of 5 stars, with 4 stars for frontal crash protection.
Is the Acura ZDX's fuel economy good for an SUV?
It returns around 23 mpg (UK) combined, against a same-body-style average of roughly 27 mpg among the SUVs we track.