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Acura Integra
Liftback · Gas · 33 versions · owner report
Ranked #7 of 17 luxury compact cars on owner data, price and fuel economy
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Combined, EPA 2026
What owners say
Our take, from owner reports
Owners of the current-generation Integra generally praise it as a practical, fun-to-drive, and well-rounded compact that works well as a daily driver.
7 problems reported (1 very frequent, 3 recurrent, 3 isolated) · high confidence
Problems owners report
- Very frequentRear-seat headroom is tight due to the sloping roofline
With taller occupants reporting their heads touching or nearly touching the ceiling.
- RecurrentLack of rear air vents causes complaints about airflow on hot days
- RecurrentNo factory ambient lighting beyond dim white door strips, which owners consider cheap for the price
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- RecurrentCVT described as lifeless and underpowered compared to the manual
- IsolatedRoad noise at highway speed
- IsolatedConcerns about 1.5T head gasket, turbo, and injector failures
- IsolatedA $1,400 repair cited by one owner as undermining confidence
The version owners recommend
The Type S is the most consistently praised version, described as the best-looking Acura in ages with serious performance, and it is confirmed to continue for at least 2027. Among non-Type S trims, the A-Spec with the six-speed manual is the clear owner favorite, with the manual described as one of the easiest and most rewarding to drive. The CVT A-Spec draws the most criticism.
Competitors to consider
Owners compare it most often with the Honda Civic Si, Honda Civic Type R, Hyundai Elantra N, Subaru WRX and Volkswagen Golf GTI.
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Overall sentiment
Owners of the current-generation Integra generally praise it as a practical, fun-to-drive, and well-rounded compact that works well as a daily driver. The hatchback cargo area, available six-speed manual, and comfortable front cabin are recurring positives, and several owners describe it as an "optimal dad wagon" that handles kids, gear, and road trips without complaint. The main criticisms center on rear-seat headroom due to the sloping roofline, the lack of factory ambient lighting for the price, and the CVT-equipped A-Spec being seen as underpowered and less engaging than the manual. A smaller group questions the value proposition at around $40,000 and notes road noise as a concern. Sentiment is strongest among manual-transmission owners and Type S owners, while CVT A-Spec owners are more mixed.
Positioning vs competitors
Owners position the Integra as the more mature, comfortable, and luxurious alternative to the Civic Si, which it is closely related to, and as a better all-arounder than the Hyundai Elantra N, which owners consistently describe as more fun and considerably faster but less refined. Against the Civic Type R, owners see the Integra Type S as the better-looking and more livable option, though some consider both overpriced. The A-Spec with CVT is repeatedly criticized as the weak point of the lineup, with owners urging buyers toward the manual or the Type S instead. Compared with the TLX, owners describe the Integra as more spacious inside despite being the smaller car. Against mainstream three-row SUVs like the Chevrolet Traverse and Honda Pilot, owners treat the Integra as a completely different class of vehicle and generally discourage trading down into a larger domestic SUV on reliability and depreciation grounds.
Recommended configurations
Owners strongly recommend the six-speed manual over the CVT, with multiple owners calling the CVT lifeless and urging buyers to learn manual rather than settle for it. The A-Spec Tech with the manual is specifically called out by satisfied long-term owners. For buyers wanting maximum performance, the Type S is recommended, though some note it carries a high price. Owners also suggest buying CPO or gently used to avoid initial depreciation. Several owners advise waiting to see whether Acura raises the A-Spec output above its current 1.5-liter/200-hp rating before committing around $40,000.
General recommendations
Owners recommend the Integra for buyers who want a practical compact hatch with a fun manual option, good front-seat comfort, and enough rear space for younger children, car seats, and boosters. It is repeatedly described as fine for around-town and short-trip family duty but not ideal for tall teenagers or tall adults in the rear on long drives. Buyers should set the driver's seat and sit in the back themselves before purchasing, and should test drive at highway speed to evaluate road noise. Owners caution against trading a one-year-old Integra into a larger domestic SUV due to steep depreciation. No specific model years are flagged as ones to avoid.
Remarks
The discontinuation of the manual Integra drew significant reaction, with owners expressing disappointment and skepticism about the stated reason, while noting the manual take rate was reportedly around 22 percent. The Type S is confirmed to continue for at least 2027. Owners frequently note the Integra is physically close in size to older midsize sedans and larger inside than the TLX. Many owners add aftermarket ambient lighting kits, and one notes the factory door LEDs can be swapped for Type R units. Analysis based on approximately 42 substantive owner discussions.
Generation by generation
Owner insights per generation and US complaint/recall records (NHTSA).
Integra V2022–2026281 complaints · 6 recallshigh confidenceRead report
Most-reported areas (NHTSA): steering (247) · lane departure (12) · unknown or other (11)
Our take, from owner reports
Owners of the 2022-2026 Integra broadly enjoy how it drives, with the manual transmission and Type S powertrain drawing the strongest praise, but the dominant complaint across the generation is build quality: rattles, road noise, thin sound deadening, and interior materials that owners say fall short of the price and of the premium badge.
18 problems reported (2 very frequent, 6 recurrent, 10 isolated) · high confidence
Problems owners report
- Very frequentInterior rattles from door panels, dash, glovebox, seatbelts, and speakers
- Very frequentExcessive road noise and insufficient sound deadening
- RecurrentSteering rack fault causing sticky or twitchy steering, with back-ordered replacement parts
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- RecurrentAmplifier failure causing loss of all audio
- RecurrentInfotainment and Android Auto connectivity failures requiring reboots or cache clears
- RecurrentHatch button failure, with the button sinking into its housing
- RecurrentWindshield wiper design issues
Including damage to hood paint when lifting wipers, no low-fluid warning light, and poor cold-weather performance.
- RecurrentPanel fit and paint defects, including clear coat flaws requiring repaint
- IsolatedDoor and hatch seal leaks allowing water into the trunk and cargo area
- IsolatedAdaptive damper strut failure
- IsolatedGauge cluster failure
- IsolatedAlternator failure
- IsolatedPurge valve fault causing check-engine light and starting issues after refueling
- IsolatedSticking gas pedal
- IsolatedAuto-up driver window reversing near the top
- IsolatedSeat memory and side mirror tilt-down not returning to position
- IsolatedBattery draining quickly, possibly from parasitic drain
- IsolatedOil leak at the valve cover gasket
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Complaints and recalls by model yearWorst year: 2023. Years to avoid: 2023Source: NHTSA (US)Show table
Each year graded against the model's other years: Year Score. See all Acura Integra years to avoid
| Year | Complaints | Recalls | Most-reported area |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 0 | steering |
| 2025 | 9 | 1 | steering |
| 2024 | 63 | 3 | steering |
| 2023 | 208 | 2 | steering |
| 2001 | 6 | 5 | tires |
| 2000 | 17 | 4 | seat belts |
| 1999 | 8 | 4 | tires |
| 1998 | 22 | 4 | electrical system |
| 1997 | 22 | 5 | electrical system |
| 1996 | 48 | 5 | air bags |
Complaint counts come from owner reports filed with the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Higher-selling years naturally accumulate more complaints.
Recall notices33 on record · Source: NHTSA (US)Show recalls
2025 · steeringcampaign 24V744000
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Acura Integra, Civic Type R, CR-V Hybrid, CR-V, HR-V, 2022-2025 Civic, Civic Hatchback, 2024-2025 Acura Integra Type S, 2025 CR-V Fuel Cell EV, Civic Hybrid, and Civic Hatchback Hybrid vehicles. The steering gearbox assembly may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can cause excessive internal friction and lead to difficulty steering the vehicle.
2024 · steeringcampaign 24V744000
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Acura Integra, Civic Type R, CR-V Hybrid, CR-V, HR-V, 2022-2025 Civic, Civic Hatchback, 2024-2025 Acura Integra Type S, 2025 CR-V Fuel Cell EV, Civic Hybrid, and Civic Hatchback Hybrid vehicles. The steering gearbox assembly may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can cause excessive internal friction and lead to difficulty steering the vehicle.
2024 · seats:critical fastenerscampaign 24V859000
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Honda Accord, Accord Hybrid, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Pilot, and 2024 HR-V, Acura Integra and Acura Integra Type S vehicles. The driver's seat cushion frame may not have been tightened properly, which can result in an unsecured seat. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 207, "Seating Systems."
2024 · seats:critical fastenerscampaign 26V054000
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023 Honda Accord, Accord Hybrid, and 2024 HR-V, Pilot, and Acura Integra vehicles. The driver's seat cushion frame may not have been tightened properly, which can result in a loose seat. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 207, "Seating Systems."
2023 · service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip:control unit/modulecampaign 23V430000
Honda (America Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023 Civic, Acura RDX, Acura Integra, and 2022 Honda Accord vehicles. A ball valve in the vehicle stability assist (VSA) modulator may leak brake fluid, which can result in unintended vehicle movement when the brake hold feature is engaged or an unexpected increase in brake pedal travel.
2023 · steeringcampaign 24V744000
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Acura Integra, Civic Type R, CR-V Hybrid, CR-V, HR-V, 2022-2025 Civic, Civic Hatchback, 2024-2025 Acura Integra Type S, 2025 CR-V Fuel Cell EV, Civic Hybrid, and Civic Hatchback Hybrid vehicles. The steering gearbox assembly may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can cause excessive internal friction and lead to difficulty steering the vehicle.
2001 · exterior lightingcampaign 06E060000
CERTAIN AAI MOTORSPORTS COMBINATION LAMPS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LIST PASSENGER VEHICLES. COMBINATION LAMPS NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."
2001 · exterior lightingcampaign 06E049000
CERTAIN CK MOTORSPORTS COMBINATION HEADLIGHTS, CLEAR CORNER, BUMPER, AND SIDE MARKER LIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
2001 · exterior lightingcampaign 06E026000
CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
2001 · exterior lightingcampaign 06E032000
CERTAIN EAGLE EYES AND SONAR HEADLIGHTS AND CORNER LIGHTS SOLD AS AFTERMARKET FOR USE ON 1988-2005 HONDA CIVIC, 1990-2005 HONDA ACCORD, AND 1990-2001 ACURA INTEGRA PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. HEADLIGHTS AND CORNER LIGHTS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
2001 · air bags:frontalcampaign 02V196000
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, SOME OF THE PASSENGER AIR BAG MODULES WERE NOT PROPERLY WELDED AND MAY NOT DEPLOY IN A COLLISION.
2000 · exterior lightingcampaign 06E060000
CERTAIN AAI MOTORSPORTS COMBINATION LAMPS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LIST PASSENGER VEHICLES. COMBINATION LAMPS NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."
2000 · exterior lightingcampaign 06E049000
CERTAIN CK MOTORSPORTS COMBINATION HEADLIGHTS, CLEAR CORNER, BUMPER, AND SIDE MARKER LIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
2000 · exterior lightingcampaign 06E026000
CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
2000 · exterior lightingcampaign 06E032000
CERTAIN EAGLE EYES AND SONAR HEADLIGHTS AND CORNER LIGHTS SOLD AS AFTERMARKET FOR USE ON 1988-2005 HONDA CIVIC, 1990-2005 HONDA ACCORD, AND 1990-2001 ACURA INTEGRA PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. HEADLIGHTS AND CORNER LIGHTS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
18 older recalls not shown. Check nhtsa.gov with your VIN for the full history.
Specifications
Type S 2.0
4-cylinder · 320 hp · FWD · manual
Built 2023–2026