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Styled, developed and built entirely in and for North America, the ZDX is the first truly American Acura vehicle. From the first sketches by lead designer Michele Christensen at the Torrance Design Studio to the final production model, unveiled at the Orange County Auto Show today, the ZDX promises utility wrapped in coupe-like curves.

Though new information on the vehicle is not yet forthcoming, the photography previews what we'll all be able to see on Acura lots starting this winter.

First unveiled at the New York Auto Show this March, the ZDX's unconventional form factor has met mixed reception from critics and car shoppers alike,...

•    What is it? Acura’s take on the BMW X6 •    The basics: V-6 power, AWD, and plenty of luxury as standard •    On sale: This winter •    Price: Between $40,000 and $46,000 (est.)

MORE: 2010 Acura ZDX photos, specifications, pricing and related news

Toyota's Venza is fresh on the market, and BMW is rapidly spooling up production of the 2010 5-series GT, but the 2010 Acura ZDX may end up beating the German to market with today's announcement of sales to start this winter.

Back in April, we brought you the unveiling of the ZDX Prototype at the 2009 New York Auto Show, though even then it was known to be a thinly-veiled production model.

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Although rear-wheel-drive vehicles dominate the luxury segment, Honda's new president Takanobu Ito has said that he intends to maintain the company's current policy against building RWD sedans. Instead, Ito wants to push the design and technology envelopes by offering better fuel economy and more powertrain options for consumers. (Case in point: the seriously sweet 2010 Acura ZDX.) But will all-wheel-drive on Hondas and Acuras sate upscale drivers' hunger for speed and handling? [MotorAuthority]