2026 Acura Integra: US Specifications and Buying Guide
Market positioning and model-year evidence
The Acura Integra has a precise purpose for the 2026 US model year: it blends everyday hatch-style cargo access with sport-compact positioning. Unlike a sedan whose fixed rear deck limits loading, its liftback is a meaningful packaging feature. Acura published a 2026 specifications release in August 2025, although the underlying web table retains a 2025 heading; the power figures are therefore treated as model-line evidence rather than proof of a newly engineered 2026 engine.
Powertrain and measurable specifications
Regular grades use a turbocharged 1.5-litre four-cylinder producing 200 SAE horsepower and 192 lb-ft. The Type S moves to a more powerful turbocharged 2.0-litre engine rated at 320 horsepower and 310 lb-ft. Both are front-driven, but transmission choice divides their personalities: an everyday CVT is available with the smaller engine, while the Type S is fitted with a six-speed manual. Do not confuse this with an all-wheel-drive hot hatch.
Equipment and variant decisions
The A-Spec label chiefly signals a sporting presentation and optional equipment, whereas Type S brings a distinct engine and chassis proposition. A practical owner should compare whether smartphone integration, driver aids and manual transmission availability are supplied on the precise build. The body style can make luggage and bicycles easier to load than a conventional saloon, but rear visibility and seat folding remain important to test personally.
Ownership and daily-use trade-offs
Buyers seeking an approachable premium compact may favour the 1.5 turbo and its more relaxed transmission. Enthusiasts wanting a manual and much greater output may justify a Type S, but its specialised tyres, brakes and likely insurance profile change the cost equation. Used examples deserve a close check of clutch operation on manuals, repair history, wheel damage and evidence of modifications; none of these checks is a claim about model reliability.
Alternatives and purchase checklist
Cross-shop the Civic hatchback if value matters more than Acura presentation, or a Volkswagen Golf GTI for a differently engineered front-drive performance hatch. Do not compare horsepower alone without also checking acceleration methodology, tyres and actual daily comfort. Buyers should use a fresh 2026 VIN-specific trim sheet because the manufacturer page includes a legacy table heading and option availability must be confirmed before import or purchase.
Documented market specifications
| Market and trim | Powertrain and transmission | Verified details |
|---|---|---|
| US — Integra A-Spec CVT | 1.5L turbo inline-four; 200 SAE hp; 192 lb-ft; CVT; FWD | displacement: 1.5 L |
| US — Type S 6MT | 2.0L turbo inline-four; 320 SAE hp; 310 lb-ft; 6-speed manual; FWD | displacement: 2.0 L |