2023 Acura Integra | MotorWeek Road Test 

Just wish they made the powertrain a little more special than the Si

Because of the price, I'm bummed about only 200hp, no rear vents, no ventilated seats, and you can't get rear heated seats in the US. But everything is expensive nowadays so I can't complain too much. Excited to see the Type S.

My base 2021 accord does 0-60 in 7.5. I get it, there’s other things involved like mid-range power, handling and breaking, but if I’m gonna shell out how much they want for this level of car, it should be clearly more advanced at ALL levels than an accord

John Davis is LEGENDARY, he's like the Energizer Bunny, he keeps going and going.

I remember when you could get an Integra with a cloth interior and very few options. The manual transmission is welcomed though.

The only complaint I have about this car is the CVT. I mean the ILX came with a dual-clutch as standard, so why not give one to the Integra? Other than that, it’s pretty okay. Hopefully the upcoming Type S will add more spice to it.

Still waiting for the Type-S version of the Integra. Just hope that there are no mark-ups at the dealer (which is unacceptable).

When Intrega first came out I paid $10,500.00 out the door standard model with no air in 1986 it was a green color it lasted 250,000 thousand miles until someone rear ended me and total it. I could never afford to get a new one and it still looks that way I'm glad the car is back.

He’s still alive? Wow but I’m glad. After watching a lot of retro vids, the question eventually came to mind and I’m glad to see him still giving his reviews.

7.5 to 60 is pretty disappointing. A 9th gen Accord sedan I4 6MT was doing like 6.6 seconds with a "claimed" 189hp.

I've made a few comments before on the new gen Integra . I owned 3 over the years (91-93 models). My 91 had 130hp, automatic, and hit 60 in 8.7 seconds new . It was zippy and fun , and light, at about 2,600 lbs.. Price in 91: $14k including automatic transmission. The 2023 is about 500 lbs or so (!) heavier , roughly a second faster to 60, and MUCH more expensive , even considering inflation. I'm aware it has a ton of safety and "nanny" features that were unheard of then ... countless sensors, gadgets , infotainment, etc.... But the new one needs work . It looks ok style wise . But why can't they add a few HP, remove some of the equipment content, and make a true "base" Integra like they did in the 90s? a simpler one with just power windows and cloth interior and whatever a LX Civic comes with ? Price it SLIGHTLY above the Civic . It will bring new buyers to Acura.. At over $31-36k , as it stands I'm not sold on it yet .

I love going back through and looking at the old retro reviews you guys did of the integra. I find it interesting that the 94 GSR sedan you guys reviewed back when new, did better in the 0-60 and the 1/4 mile than the 2023 integra. I'm sure the integra has put on a little weight though since then lol.

Amazing looks but painfully small engine.

Are the people complaining about the new Integra forgetting the base DC2 only made 140hp? Hell, even the RSX base was the same engine as the EP3 Si of the time only made 160hp. Do I wish Acura used the Accord 2.0T instead of the Si's 1.5T? Sure, but it's also perfectly in line with what they've done previously. Price adjusted for inflation for the base models are on point as well. However, not offering a manual on the base trim and locking it out to the top a-spec and tech pack model is not great, especially considering the same inflation adjusted price for the top trim is about what the RSX Type S was. You're getting more for you money compared to the old car, but it's definitely not an easy pill to swallow. I expect the Type S will be the car everyone was waiting for and priced somewhere around the Golf R DSG, $45k+. I also find it quite odd that they omitted ventilated seats (the VW GLI has them) and rear seat vents (the GTI has those). Either way, if they start offering the manual on the lower trim Integra, that's gonna help at least the value perception if not sales numbers.

There’s nothing wrong with this car, but that’s hardly a ringing endorsement. Acura should have saved the Integra nameplate for something truly special.

Actually, it’s the name “John Davis” that has near legendary status in the automotive world

Greetings from southern Ontario Canada I really enjoyed the video my family owns a 1987 accura integra with the pop up lights unfortunately I don't have any pictures thanks for the video

Well done Acura. This is forward progress we’ve been waiting, a base Integra today with a 1.5L made more power than the last top of line Integra Type-R with a 1.8L (200hp bs. 195hp).

I owned an integra bought it brand new in 98 GSR! 24 years ago I ran a 15.1 in it stock crazy how this is running the same time.

People can say it's selling better than the ilx and that it's the second best selling car behind the MDX, that's not saying anything. The MDX is the only car they sell that's actually selling in good numbers. Look at the integras numbers compared to say the Toyota 86 and Volkswagen golf or civic SI. Just like in the 90s the base model Integra should crush the civic SI in sales but it won't.

I’m not old enough to know about the old school integral so I can say I love my 23 one 🥰 unbiasedly

I think it's new Integra model is faster and more refined than a comparable civic, performance has improved, interior ergonomics race centered and more driver oriented, all in all, Honda combined yesterday and today's technology and has done it agai.❤😅

Disappointing that this “Integra” is actually slower than my old ‘05 Tsx that also had 200hp. In 18 years they managed to make their smallest 4 door slower. This is really a Civic option package and as far as that goes, they type r will be a better Civic.

Would love Honda to bring back the Prelude

WILL SELL LIKE HOTCAKES

I LIKE HEARING THIS GUYs VOICE❗️

Would’ve been so cool if they had gone naturally aspirated with a classic Honda high revving vtec. Having a redline of 8,000 would have been a BLAST. Still, I’m sure this one is fun to drive, the fun factor is always increased when a manual is offered. Cheers to Honda/Acura for making them available still!

Just wait for the Type S or Type R model

This should have come with their Super handling AWD, that would have really differentiated it more

Would still go with a 2023 Type R for myself

Should have had at least 240hp for the base engine, with SH-AWD as an option and rear seat ventilation. I'd save the money and go with the Civic SI or spend just a tad more for the Civic Type-R (barring dealer markups). While I am excited for the Integra Type-S, I'm afraid the 0-60 times will be in the high 5-second range, maybe even 6-seconds. Not exactly exciting stuff

_Relive their Fast & Furious days??_ The CVT equipped Integra does 0-60mph. In 8 seconds. My 2009 Mazda 6 sSport trim V6 does it in 6.5 seconds. You can put whatever label you want on whatever car. This thing is nothing like the 3rd gen. Integra. This reminds how back in the day, Ford nearly put the "Mustang" label on a vehicle that eventually became the Ford Probe. This thing is an Integra in name only. There's nothing unique or special about this thing. It's a Honda Civic Si with a CVT option and more luxury features. That's literally it.

When will the fire-breathing high-performance Integra Type-S ever come?

John is such a legend!!!!! Awesomeness

If they didn't put in a cvt and used the 10 speed automatic I'd be happy with it. Even the 8 speed with 15-20 more horsepower I would love this car.

Acura just don’t listen to their customers and blind to the competition. The ‘23 Prius does 0-60 faster, 57 mpg, and starts at $27K, fully decked $37.5.

These companies always think their $35,000 “entry level sport cars” will appeal to the younger crowd, 22 years old, just graduated but in reality, it’s someone much older who buys it, either for their kids or themselves.

Happy with our 24 A-Spec/Tech. Only gripe is those FIRM front seats. Wife says they’re fine, but I suffer from noassatall. 😜

They should have just made this a ILX successor because an Integra successor is not.

The 1995 Acura Integra LS 0-60 was 7.5 seconds lol

Boy, I love Motor Week!

Man this car was begging for a 2.0T!

SH-AWD on the new Integra would be great.

Nice car, but 200 horsepower is kinda weak these days.

I hope everyone in the comment section owns their dream car one day.

Hopefully Acura comes out with a Type-S version with 300 HP! Then, I may pull the trigger. But the basic one is good.

0-60 7.5sec is disappointing

What is the point of this car ?

Waiting for the year two or three before I …. 💰 Improvements coming !!!!

I want one.

Always wanted an Integra 5sp hatch. Was going to buy one, but it went away. Sad when they stopped selling it here. Bought a Civic and then an Accord, so, Honda didn't really lose anything from me.

Cheaper then the TLX. I would buy 1 in a couple years honestly once they have more used ones. Nice car, wish it was a bit faster though

Great review. Best to wait for type s. Rather go for the real deal. Civic R with more luxury and grace.

I'll wait for the Type S to pass judgement on this. So far I'll rather take the Elantra N🤷🏾‍♂️

Disappointing, shouldn’t have called it an Integra. Maybe a redesigned ILX

From CRX to CRZ and now Integra come alive again, I will own Honda for life

1.5L is a turn off offer + CVT? The style is beautiful and upscale

Did Acura really need to put start/stop on a manual transmission?

Mercedes CLA rear? No hybrid/EV option? No AWD? Not a chance!

Performance is good for a 1998

The 2Gen Gsr made 14.7 1/4 mile

The presentation style of this video is straight out of the 90s. Just crop the video to 4:3 and Downscale to 360p and its nearly indistinguishable from the 90s. You guys are truely stuck in time

As I watched this, I wondered how we would view it in 20 years. What would we laugh at as we do today looking at a review from the 80s. The 7.5 seconds to 60 for anything pretending to be performance is the clear winner. That is disappointing today.

20 years later, slower than a GSR

Nice looking car

Need two door coupe Rtype!💯👏👍

Smart to make it a sports back. However, the original Integra was a two door and this should be too. And for under the hood; give it an engine cover and hydraulic lift and not the cheap looking tuna can stick pole thingy to hold the hood open. Geez Acura! Do you want to appear luxurious or not.

200hp nowadays is nothing. NOTHING you mean to tell me my 2012 Scion xB with 158hp can hang door to door with it? ( it can ) that's ridiculous Acura.

i do like these

Come on Acura, let's see an Integra Type S with the Civic Type R motor and SH-AWD....Please! Then I'll sing along with Vince even more loudly, "...it was magic. Can you imagine?..."

All new cars look and feel absolutely massive

What’s the new trend of making cars four-door that’s supposed to be two.

Make a 2.0 with Ventilated Front Seats!!!!!!!

Just feels like they were trying to up sales amid the growing car culture in America while saving costs by slapping a popular name on a civic

1/4 mile time seems to be in line with a 2001 GSR. Grade A for consistency. 🤦‍♂️

Nice Civic.

And all of you complaining about HP, just wait for Hondata to come out with a ecu, it will be pushing 250/260.

I’m not feeling a CVT that should’ve been a nine or 10 speed automatic

Looks okay except for being 4 doors. Not impressed with being heavier and only 200 hp my rsx type s was faster and it was a 2002

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That straight line performance is weak as hell. They also made the exterior look cheap and plasticky.

Sorry this car it’s just an ILX. That thing it’s not even close to an Integra

Is the CVT quicker 0 - 60 mph?

The subcompact market is far too crowded to pay $40k for a slow car. For only marginally more money, you can get a Corolla GR. The Integra is an attempt to get Gen X to hand over their money via phoned in nostalgia.

Only 1 second slower 0-60 than my 2016 Civic Touring 😆😂😂

Short power long clutch pedal not acceptable at this price

Wish the most popular drivetrain option would have been tested here. 95% of the American population drive automatics, not manuals.

Should’ve had a 2 L engine!

0-60 in 7.5 is slower than the Acura ILX 6MT from 10 years ago. Fortunately the Integra Type S is coming with about 315 hp.

0-60 in 7.5???? It's a grown up car with a weak powertrain.

There are now three sure things in life: Death. Taxes. John Davis. _(11/20/2022)_

Yeah those will sell great 🙄

What a horrendous looking thing. That roofline screams 1984 Chevy Citation. I can't unsee it.

1999: "Wow, the Integra has 200hp!" 2002: "Wow, the Integra only has 200hp?" Acura needs to be more than just a tarted-up Honda.

7.5 years

What a let down. Civic SI is objectively better for less money. Acura needs to die off already

Also: all sedans should be liftbacks.

Ineresting, slower than the original GSR. I remember MW saying that the AWD Mazda3 (normally aspirated) was slow with the exact same 0 to 60mph performance.

BUT WHY ONLY 200 HP .?

Wooow, the spriti rt 30 years ago is more powerful to the integra, bad thing.