Acura Integra

Name: 2001 Acura Integra
Brand: Acura

EPA MPG: NA

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RECALL ALERT: There are 5 recalls on this vehicle. Learn More.

There are 5 recalls on this vehicle. Learn More.

CR's Take

Though this is basically a sound car, the current Integra is a bit old. And, if you're a driving enthusiast, LS and GS versions of this model may prove disappointing. Emergency handling is sloppy, and braking is just adequate in the LS version. The 140-hp Four provides brisk acceleration, and the five-speed manual transmission shifts crisply. The sporty GS-R version, with a 170-hp Four, is faster and handles better. We found the front seats too low, however. True driving enthusiasts should consider the more powerful but hard-riding Type R. Nevertheless, it's a quiet, comfortable car. It was replaced by the RSX starting in 2002.

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2001 Sports Cars & Convertibles Reliability

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IIHS Front Moderate Overlap

IIHS Front Small Overlap, Driver

IIHS Side Crash

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Crash Tests

IIHS Front Moderate Overlap

IIHS Front Small Overlap, Driver

IIHS Side Crash

NHTSA Overall Crash

NHTSA Overall Frontal-Crash

NHTSA Overall Side-Crash

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Crash Tests

IIHS Front Moderate Overlap

IIHS Front Small Overlap, Driver

IIHS Side Crash

NHTSA Overall Crash

NHTSA Overall Frontal-Crash

NHTSA Overall Side-Crash

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2001 Sports cars 4/5-seat Ratings

2001 Acura Integra

$3,425 - $13,325

EPA MPG NA

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$3,825 - $5,475

EPA MPG NA

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2001 BMW 3 Series

$3,375 - $4,525

EPA MPG 22 mpg

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2001 Chevrolet Camaro

$3,625 - $8,050

EPA MPG NA

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2001 Ford Mustang

$3,325 - $7,475

EPA MPG NA

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2001 Hyundai Tiburon

$2,925

EPA MPG NA

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2001 Jaguar XK

$4,175 - $6,275

EPA MPG NA

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2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK

$3,925 - $5,850

EPA MPG NA

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2001 Mercury Cougar

$3,225 - $3,725

EPA MPG NA

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2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse

$3,050

EPA MPG 23 mpg

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2001 Toyota Camry Solara

$3,000 - $4,200

EPA MPG NA

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2001 Volkswagen GTI

$3,300 - $3,800

EPA MPG NA

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2001 Volvo C70

$3,125 - $3,150

EPA MPG NA

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Features & Specs

2-door hatchback

sedan

2 front, 3 rear

Front

1.8-liter 4 (195 hp)
1.8-liter 4 (140 hp)
1.8-liter 4 (170 hp)

5-speed manual
4-speed automatic

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Model History

2023-Present

Current Generation

The Integra name is resurrected for Acura's entry-level four-door hatchback. It's essentially an upscale version of the Civic and is powered by a 200-hp, 1.5-liter turbo four-cylinder shared with the sporty Civic Si. Most versions come with a continuously variable transmission, which dilutes the Integra's sporting pretense--we much prefer the slick-shifting sixspeed manual. Handling is responsive, but the ride is choppy, and the car suffers from excessive road noise. The controls are simple but are barely differentiated from the Civic's, and the same goes for much of the interior design and layout. As such, the Integra lacks the premium ambience of its entry-level luxury competitors. Standard active safety features include AEB with pedestrian detection, BSW, RCTW, LKA, LDW, LCA, and ACC. The Type S, with a 320-hp, 2.0-liter turbo four-cylinder paired to a six-speed manual, was new for 2024. For 2026, all Integra trims received minor exterior and interior updates, as well as a standard 9-inch infotainment touchscreen, wireless charging pad, and wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.

2000-2022

2000 Redesign Year

Though this is basically a sound car, the current Integra is a bit old. And, if you're a driving enthusiast, LS and GS versions of this model may prove disappointing. Emergency handling is sloppy, and braking is just adequate in the LS version. The 140-hp four-cylinder provides brisk acceleration, and the five-speed manual transmission shifts crisply. The sporty GS-R version, with a 170-hp Four, is faster and handles better. We found the front seats too low, however. True driving enthusiasts should consider the more powerful but hard-riding Type R. Nevertheless, it's a quiet, comfortable car. It was replaced by the RSX starting in 2002.