Acura Integra (DE)

The Acura Integra (DE) is a compact car (C-segment) manufactured by Honda under the Acura brand since 2022. It is a 5-door liftback based on the eleventh-generation Civic that replaced the ILX sedan.

Acura Integra (DE)
2023 Acura Integra A-Spec
Overview
ManufacturerAcura (Honda)
ProductionMay 2022 – present
Model years2023–present
AssemblyUnited States: Marysville, Ohio (Marysville Auto Plant)
Body and chassis
ClassCompact car (C)
Body style5-door liftback
LayoutFront-engine, front-wheel-drive
PlatformHonda Architecture (HA)[1]
Related
Powertrain
Engine
Power output200 hp (149 kW; 203 PS)
Transmission
Dimensions
Wheelbase107.7 in (2,736 mm)
Length185.8 in (4,719 mm)
Width72.0 in (1,829 mm)
Height55.5 in (1,410 mm)
Curb weight3,073–3,161 lb (1,394–1,434 kg)
Chronology
PredecessorAcura ILX

The DE Integra was introduced in North America on June 2, 2022, for the 2023 model year, as Acura's entry level offering in the region.[2] The model reuses the Integra nameplate which has been unused by either Honda or Acura outside China since 2006.[3] The Integra nameplate is also used by Honda in China since 2021, as the twin model of the Civic produced by Guangqi Honda.

Overview

On March 10, 2022, Acura unveiled the production version of the 2023 Integra. The design of the production Integra is nearly identical to the pre-production version, however, the yellow exterior color and exterior decals shown on the pre-production model would not be available on the production model. The interior of the production Integra shares several parts from the eleventh-generation Civic.

The standard powertrain is a 1.5-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder engine from the Honda Civic Si producing 200 hp (149 kW; 203 PS) and 192 lb⋅ft (260 N⋅m; 27 kg⋅m) of torque mated to a standard CVT, or an available 6-speed manual transmission with a limited-slip differential.[4][5][6][7] Unlike the previous Japanese-built models, it is produced in the United States at the Marysville Auto Plant in Marysville, Ohio instead.[8]

The Integra is available in three trim levels: an unnamed base model, the mid-level A-Spec, and the top-tier A-Spec Technology Package. While all models offer a CVT, only the A-Spec Technology Package model offers a six-speed manual transmission with a limited-slip differential.[9]

Pre-orders for the 2023 Integra opened on March 10, 2022, with the first 500 pre-orders also receiving a complimentary exclusive NFT of the vehicle.

  • Rear view
    Rear view

Type S

On December 5, 2022, Acura revealed new photos of an Integra Type S prototype being tested at Honda's research and development located in Tochigi, Japan. It will share internal key components with the FL5 Civic Type R, including the 2.0L turbocharged inline-4 engine and 6-speed manual transmission.[10]

Awards

The Integra won the North American Car of the Year award for 2023.[11] It was also one of seven finalists for the 2023 Motor Trend Car of the Year award.[12]

Marketing

The Integra appeared in the Chiaki's Journey series of Acura Type-S commercials.[13][14]

References
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  2. Powell, Derek (2021-11-12). "2023 Acura Integra Prototype is the Comeback Kid". Car and Driver. Retrieved 2021-11-12.
  3. "Acura on Twitter: "That's magic. Presenting #NextGenIntegra x @vincestaples t.co/RWqy9ndU5b" / Twitter". Twitter. 2022-06-02. Retrieved 2022-06-19.[self-published]
  4. "A Legend Returns: New Acura Integra Coming for a New Generation" (Press release). Monterey, California: Honda. August 13, 2021. Retrieved 2021-08-13.
  5. Anderson, Brad (August 13, 2021). "Acura Is Reviving The Integra And Launching It Next Year". Carscoops. Retrieved 2021-08-13.
  6. Chan, Mick (September 29, 2021). "2023 Honda Integra – teaser reveals four-door fastback". paultan.org. Retrieved 2021-09-29.
  7. Priddle, Alisa (August 13, 2021). "The Acura Integra Is Coming Back and "Will Live Up to the Hype"". Motor Trend. Retrieved 2021-08-13.
  8. "New Acura Integra Prototype Makes Global Debut; Previews a Premium Sport Compact for a New Generation". 12 November 2021.
  9. "An Icon for the Next Generation: 2023 Acura Integra Revealed as a Premium Performance Gateway for a New Generation". 10 March 2022.
  10. "2024 Acura Integra Type S Prototype Drive: R You What We Think You R?". motortrend.com. 5 December 2022. Retrieved 2023-02-06.
  11. "Acura Integra, Ford F-150 Lightning, Kia EV6 win 2023 North American Car, Truck, Utility Vehicle of the Year". Autoblog. Retrieved 2023-02-04.
  12. "2023 MotorTrend Car of the Year: The Finalists". MotorTrend. Retrieved 2023-02-04.
  13. "New Acura Anime Series Showcases Type S Performance Lineup". prnewswire.com. Retrieved 2023-02-06.
  14. "New Acura Anime Series Showcases Type S Performance Lineup". acuranews.com. 20 January 2022. Retrieved 2023-02-06.
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