The Acura Integra Is Coming For a New Generation

Acura today announced the return of the Integra during its annual appearance at Monterey Car Week. The legendary nameplate, one of two models in the original product lineup when Acura launched on March 27, 1986, will rejoin the performance brand’s product portfolio as a new compact premium entrant next year.

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“The Integra is back,” said Jon Ikeda Vice President and Acura Brand Officer. “I’m thrilled to say Integra is returning to the Acura lineup with the same fun-to-drive spirit and DNA of the original, fulfilling our commitment to Precision Crafted Performance in every way – design, performance and the overall driving experience.”

More details about the new Acura Integra will be available closer to its 2022 introduction.

About Acura
Acura is a leading automotive nameplate that delivers Precision Crafted Performance – a commitment to expressive styling, high-performance and innovative engineering, all built on a foundation of quality and reliability. The Acura lineup features five distinctive models – the ILX and TLX sport sedans, the RDX and MDX sport-utility vehicles, high-performance Type S variants and the electrified NSX supercar. All 2021 model year and newer Acura vehicles sold in America are made in the U.S., using domestic and globally sourced parts.

Acura Integra Heritage and Milestones

First Generation Integra: 1986-1989

• 1986: Acura brand launches on March 27, 1986 with the first-generation Integra. Offered in two variants, a 3- and 5-door hatchback, Integra featured features a pop-up headlight design, a revvy 1.6-liter DOHC 4-cylinder engine (B16) and 5-speed manual transmission that make it one of the finest-driving front-wheel-drive sport compacts money could buy.
• 1987: Car and Driver magazine names Integra to its 10Best Cars list, the first of the Integra’s eight appearances on the list.
• 1987: Acura Integra tuned by Comptech wins IMSA International Sedan series, the first in a long line of championship wins for Integra.
• 1988: Refreshed Integra gets engine output increases to 118 hp. Other updates include redesigned front and rear bumpers and restyled interior. A LS Special Edition model comes with body-color wheels, trim and special badges.
• 1988: Acura Integra wins 2nd consecutive IMSA International Sedan Manufacturers’ Championship and 2nd consecutive IMSA International Sedan Drivers’ Championship.

Second Generation Integra: 1990-1993

• 1990: Second-generation Integra debuts as a 3-door hatchback and 4-door sedan with fully-independent double wishbone suspension at all four corners and a larger 1.8-liter engine (B18) producing 130 hp. Anti-lock brakes available on GS models.
• 1990: Comptech-prepared Acura Integra wins third consecutive IMSA International Sedan Drivers’ Championship.
• 1991: Leather interior available with black exterior. GS gets standard moonroof and power door locks. Power windows become standard on LS.
• 1992: GS-R introduced with an all-new 160-hp 1.7-liter VTEC® inline 4-cylinder engine (B17), the second Acura model to feature VTEC – following NSX. Standard engine output also increased to 140 hp @ 6300 rpm and 126 lb.-ft. @ 5000 rpm. Other changes include revised front and rear bumpers and a new 4-spoke steering wheel. LS and GS models bumped up to 140 hp.
• 1992: Integra GS-R safety car debuts at the Formula One Canadian Grand Prix.
• 1993: LS Special Edition updated with leather interior and high-performance tires.

Third Generation Integra: 1994-2001

• 1994: Third-generation Integra debuts in fall 1993, with all-new chassis and interior. GS-R with VTEC® is available as a sedan for first time.
• 1995: Special Edition includes leather upholstery, sport suspension, simulated wood interior trim and special badges. Leather upholstery now optional in GS-R.
• 1996: Special Edition and GS-R get new six-spoke aluminum wheels. RS and LS get redesigned wheel covers. LS updated with body colored side moldings and green-tinted glass.
• 1997: Base engine output revised to 140 hp, 127 lb.-ft. Special Edition and RS dropped. GS model added with sport suspension and standard leather upholstery. GS-R gets simulated wood interior trim. GS and GS-R get 16-spoke aluminum wheels.
• 1997: Integra Type R introduced to U.S. for the first time, with hand-built 195-horsepower 1.8-liter DOHC VTEC® engine (B18C), helical limited-slip differential, upgraded suspension and brakes, 93-pound weight reduction (-33 lbs. even compared to GS-R) and exclusive Championship White paint. The chassis and portions of the body are seam-welded for extra structural rigidity, and suspension mounting points were made stronger.
• 1997: Integra Type R wins 1st of six straight championships with RealTime Racing, dominating SCCA World Challenge Touring Car Championship from 1997 to 2002.
• 1998: Updates include revised front and rear bumpers, new front and rear light clusters, standard tilt and height adjustable driver’s seat. Leather wrapped shifter and steering wheel are standard with leather upholstery. New 15-inch aluminum wheels on GS-R, with new 14-inch aluminum wheels on LS.
• 1999: GS-R gets standard leather upholstery. LS updated with 15-inch aluminum wheels, leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob.
• 2000: LS, GS and GS-R models comply with TLEV (transitional low emissions vehicle) rating; platinum-tipped spark plugs used for 100,000 mile tune-up interval.
• 2000: Integra Type R returns for 2000 model year available in Phoenix Yellow or Flamenco Black Pearl, with standard air conditioning.
• 2001: Nighthawk Black Pearl replaces Flamenco Black Pearl.
• 2001: Integra becomes a big screen star in the blockbuster action film The Fast and the Furious.
• 2019: One-owner 1997 Integra Type R sells for record $82,000 at auction, more than 3.5 times original MSRP of $23,100.

Fourth Generation RSX: 2002-2006

• 2002: Only offered as a 3-door hatchback, RSX nameplate replaces Integra in the U.S. All-new body, chassis, styling and 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine (K20) that features i-VTEC® with Variable Timing Control™ (VTC™) cam-phasing technology. Type S debuts, packing a 200 hp engine and 6-speed manual transmission.
• 2003: Acura Factory Performance package available through dealers adds body styling kit, sport suspension, 17-inch aluminum wheels and tires.
• 2004: Acura Factory Performance package renamed A-Spec®.
• 2005: Type S upgraded to 210 hp and 143 lb.-ft. Other updates include revised front and rear bumper, headlights and taillights, decklid spoiler seats and new titanium interior trim. Suspension upgraded for improved handling. Larger master cylinder on Type S.
• 2006: Acura wins Manufacturers’ Championship of the SCCA World Challenge Touring Car class with RSX built by RealTime Racing.

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