Test Vehicle's MSRP: $37,395 (Base CVT Model: $32,495)
Seating Capacity: 5
Standard Safety Features: airbags; ABS; a stability and
traction control system; automatic high beams; a blind spot information system
a brake assist system; a lane keep assist system; an adaptive cruise control
system; a forward collision warning system; a tire pressure monitoring system;
parking sensors; a traffic sign recognition system (TSR); a multiview rear
camera with dynamic guidelines; a pedestrian detection system; and a rear cross
traffic monitor
Standard Equipment (Base CVT): 17-inch aluminum-alloy wheels; a 6-speed CVT transmission; adaptive cruise control with low-speed follow; a moonroof with tilt and slide functionality; a 7-inch color touchscreen display audio system; 60/40 split fold-down rear seats; heated front seats; an 8-way power driver seat leatherette-trimmed seats; a traffic-jam assist system; a leather wrapped steering wheel; and LED head and daytime lights
Options:
liquid carbon paint
Other Trim Levels:
FWD CVT
FWD A-Spec with Advance Package
FWD A-Spec with Technology Package
Bluetooth Connectivity: Standard
USB Connectivity: Standard
Apple/Android Connectivity: Standard
Bumper-to-Bumper Warranty: 4 years/50,000 miles
Powertrain Warranty: 6 years/70,000 miles
Standard Engine/Horsepower: 1.5-liter 4-cylinder gas/200-hp
Recommended Fuel: Premium
Standard Fuel Mileage: 30-city/37-hwy
What’s New: Its all-new for the 2023 model year.
Why:
Revival
of an iconic model
A
stylish design
A roomy
compact
Available
as a manual and an automatic transmission
A
6-speed manual
A host
of safety driving aids
The
manual and the automatic cost the same
A
9-inch easy-to-use touchscreen infotainment
A well-thought-out
interior layout
Optional
19-inch wheels available
A
variety of trims
Split
folding rear seats, when folded provides additional cargo space
Wireless
charging available
A heads
up display system available
A
16-speaker audio system available
A traffic sign recognition system available
Heated front seats available
But:
No
2-door available
Needs
more horsepower, only one engine
The
interior doesn’t provide the look and feel of what one’s expects from a premium
brand
More
sports-like seats
No AWD
No electrification
Verdict: After a long absence, Acura has made its return with the sporty Integra. It replaces the premium price ILX. In fact, the ILX reminds of us those days, when Cadillac served up the entry-level Cimarron. Neither one of the vehicles were a good fit for their brands.
As opposed to being electrified, the front-wheel drive, the all-new Integra hatchback is fueled by a 2.0-liter turbo engine. The premium compact
sedan, which share components with the Honda Civic, can be powered by an automatic or a 6-speed manual transmission, at no
additional cost.
The brand’s
entry-level model is available in a variety of trims. The trims range from a base
model to the well-equipped A-spec tech package we tested. Depending upon the trim,
one can expect such features as power moonroof to a keyless entry vehicle to a
radar activated cruise control system.
While Acura
enthusiasts welcomes the Integra, those who seek more punch under the hood
should hold out for the Integra Type S. We don’t have the specs or details, as
of yet. However, we know the folks at Acura is planning to up the ante within
the near future.
The
iconic Integra has a starting price of approximately $35,000.
Competition: BMW
2-series; Honda Civic Si; Mazda MAZDA 3; Subaru WRX; and Volkswagen Golf
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