Acura Integra

Name: 2026 Acura Integra
Brand: Acura

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Acura has revived the “Integra” name, last used in 2001, for a new entry-level luxury four-door hatchback to replace the lackluster ILX within Honda’s luxury-brand lineup. Just like two decades ago, the Integra serves as an upscale version of the Honda Civic. We found the new Integra to be a capable and fun car to drive, with good fuel efficiency and easy-to-use controls. But it’s short on refinement, comfort, and flair for a sporty model from a premium brand.

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Safety

CR Safety Verdict: Best

5 / 5

Meets Federal Safety Requirements.
Meets all CR Core Safety Requirements.
Meets all CR Advanced Safety Requirements.

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AEB-P

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BSW

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RCTW

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Safety

CR Safety Verdict: Best

5 / 5

Meets Federal Safety Requirements.
Meets all CR Core Safety Requirements.
Meets all CR Advanced Safety Requirements.

Critical Active Safety Features

AEB-P

Standard

AEB-H

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BSW

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RCTW

Standard

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CR Safety Verdict: Best

5 / 5

Meets Federal Safety Requirements.
Meets all CR Core Safety Requirements.
Meets all CR Advanced Safety Requirements.

Critical Active Safety Features

AEB-P

Standard

AEB-H

Standard

BSW

Standard

RCTW

Standard

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$33,400 - $53,400

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$43,995 - $51,995

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$40,100 - $52,000

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$42,000 - $44,100

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$46,300 - $62,700

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$39,600 - $49,500

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Features & Specs

4-door hatchback

2 front, 3 rear

Front

1.5-liter 4 turbo (200 hp)
2-liter 4 turbo (320 hp)

CVT
6-speed manual

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Basic 4 years/50,000 miles
Drivetrain 6 years/70,000 miles
Corrosion 5 years/unlimited miles
Roadside Aid 4 years/50,000 miles
Maintenance 1 years/12,000 miles

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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.