Acura has announced its participation in Monterey Car Week, where it plans to unveil a “next generation” performance concept. Although specific details about the vehicle are scarce, Acura has provided a teaser photo that raises some interesting questions. While the automaker refers to it as a “segment-defying” sport utility vehicle, the image appears to resemble a trunk-like structure. Despite the ambiguity, one thing is clear—the concept car is not just another iteration of the ZDX model.
Acura’s official announcement sheds some light on the upcoming vehicle. The concept car will showcase the brand’s next-generation all-electric model, which will be built in Ohio on a new dedicated EV platform. This is a significant development, as it indicates a departure from Honda-Acura’s current EV lineup, which shares architecture with General Motors.
While Honda has already announced plans to transition its mainstream EVs to an in-house “0 Series” platform, with a focus on passenger vehicles followed by expansion into the people-mover segment, there has been no mention of a similar initiative at Acura. This forthcoming concept car could be the first sign of Acura’s parallel EV program.
As of now, Acura has not revealed any further details about the concept vehicle. However, car enthusiasts should keep a close eye on developments during Monterey Car Week for additional information. Acura’s unveiling is expected to bring more clarity and potentially exciting revelations about the brand’s future in the electric vehicle market.