Acura is bringing back the RSX name — this time for an electric fastback SUV that will become the brand’s second EV offering. The automaker announced the new model Wednesday, confirming it will be built at their Ohio facilities.
The original RSX was a sporty coupe sold in the U.S. from 2002 to 2006, essentially serving as the fourth-generation Integra under a different badge for the American market. With the Integra nameplate now adorning Acura’s compact gas-powered hatchback, the company saw an opportunity to repurpose the RSX designation.
The upcoming electric RSX draws styling inspiration from the Acura Performance EV concept unveiled during 2024 Monterey Car Week. A teaser image released by Acura shows a camouflaged prototype with distinctly sleek proportions that echo the concept’s design language.
Unlike Acura’s first EV — the larger ZDX which uses General Motors architecture — the RSX will ride on Honda’s new dedicated electric vehicle platform. This same foundation will underpin the upcoming Honda 0 Series EVs, featuring what the company describes as “slimmed-down packaging” for improved efficiency.
The RSX represents more than just a new model for Acura.
Along with the new EV architecture, the RSX will debut Acura and Honda’s next-generation operating system called Asimo. Named after the company’s pioneering humanoid robot from the early 2000s, the system promises enhanced infotainment capabilities and advanced driver assistance features.
Production is set to begin later this year at Honda’s Ohio facilities, which are undergoing significant retooling to support EV manufacturing. The plant will also produce future Honda 0 Series models starting in 2026, as well as vehicles for Sony Honda Mobility’s Afeela brand. This marks a significant shift for Honda’s long-standing Ohio operations as they pivot toward electric vehicle production.
The RSX joins a growing lineup of electric SUVs from traditional luxury brands, though its fastback design helps distinguish it in an increasingly crowded segment.
