Top 20 Embarrassing Cars: Part 2

Acura ZDX

The Acura ZDX may look like a lean, sporty crossover, but the reality is that it was far from that thanks to its heavy curb weight and poor genetic makeup. Keep in mind, the ZDX was supposed to go up against the BMW X6 and the Infiniti FX, but it just couldn’t match up. That’s because the ZDX uses the same platform as the Honda Pilot and Acura MDX. Those are three-row crossovers known for being large and comfortable rather than sporty and cool.

Under the hood was a 300-hp V6 engine mated to Acura’s super-handling all-wheel drive system that can send torque not just between the front and rear axles, but to the left and right as well. However, the performance equation of the ZDX really falls flat because of its 4,400-lb. curb weight. A sales flop, the car was finally discontinued in 2014.