Compare the2026 Acura IntegraVS 2025 Honda Accord

Safety
Warranty
Reliability
Engine
Fuel Economy and Range
Brakes and Stopping
Tires and Wheels
Suspension and Handling
Chassis
Cargo Capacity
Servicing Ease
Ergonomics
Recommendations

Safety

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With its standard Collision Mitigation Braking System, the Acura Integra is better at preventing collisions with pedestrians than the Honda Accord, according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety:

	Integra	Accord
Overall Evaluation	GOOD	ACCEPTABLE
	Crossing Child - DAY
25 MPH	-23 MPH	-23 MPH
	Crossing Adult - NIGHT
12 MPH Brights	AVOIDED	AVOIDED
12 MPH Low beams	AVOIDED	-3 MPH
25 MPH Brights	AVOIDED	AVOIDED
25 MPH Low beams	-22 MPH	No Slowing
	Parallel Adult - NIGHT
25 MPH Brights	AVOIDED	AVOIDED
25 MPH Low beams	AVOIDED	-19 MPH
37 MPH Brights	AVOIDED	AVOIDED
37 MPH Low beams	-22 MPH	No Slowing
Warning Issued-Low beams	1.2 sec	No Warning

The Integra Automatic has standard Post-Collision Braking System, which automatically apply the brakes in the event of a crash to help prevent secondary collisions and prevent further injuries. The Accord doesn’t offer a post collision braking system: in the event of a collision that triggers the airbags, more collisions are possible without the protection of airbags that may have already deployed.

The Integra has a standard blind spot warning system that uses sensors to alert the driver to objects in the vehicle’s blind spots where the side view mirrors don’t reveal them. Only the Accord SE/Sport/EX-L/Touring offers a blind spot warning system.

To help make backing out of a parking space safer, the Integra has standard Rear Cross Traffic Monitor, helping the driver avoid collisions. Only the Accord SE/Sport/EX-L/Touring offers Cross Traffic Monitor.

Both the Integra and the Accord have standard driver and passenger frontal airbags, front and rear side-impact airbags, driver and front passenger knee airbags, side-impact head airbags, front and rear seatbelt pretensioners, front wheel drive, height adjustable front shoulder belts, plastic fuel tanks, four-wheel antilock brakes, traction control, electronic stability systems to prevent skidding, crash mitigating brakes, daytime running lights, lane departure warning systems, rearview cameras, driver alert monitors and available rear parking sensors.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration does 35 MPH front crash tests on new vehicles. In this test, results indicate that the Acura Integra is safer than the Honda Accord:

	Integra	Accord
	Driver
STARS	5 Stars	5 Stars
Neck Stress	191 lbs.	258 lbs.
Neck Compression	19 lbs.	36 lbs.
	Passenger
STARS	5 Stars	5 Stars
Neck Injury Risk	27%	32.5%
Neck Stress	151 lbs.	243 lbs.
Leg Forces (l/r)	265/107 lbs.	412/421 lbs.

New test not comparable to pre-2011 test results. More stars = Better. Lower test results = Better.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration does side impact tests on new vehicles. In this test, which crashes the vehicle into a flat barrier at 38.5 MPH and into a post at 20 MPH, results indicate that the Acura Integra is safer than the Honda Accord:

	Integra	Accord
	Rear Seat
STARS	5 Stars	5 Stars
Hip Force	531 lbs.	722 lbs.
	Into Pole
STARS	5 Stars	5 Stars
Max Damage Depth	12 inches	12 inches
Hip Force	646 lbs.	805 lbs.

New test not comparable to pre-2011 test results. More stars = Better. Lower test results = Better.

Warranty

The Integra comes with a full 4-year/50,000-mile basic warranty, which covers the entire car and includes 24-hour roadside assistance. The Accord’s 3-year/36,000-mile basic warranty expires 1 year or 14,000 miles sooner.

Acura’s powertrain warranty covers the Integra 1 year and 10,000 miles longer than Honda covers the Accord. Any repair needed on the engine, transmission, axles, joints or driveshafts is fully covered for 6 years or 70,000 miles. Coverage on the Accord ends after only 5 years or 60,000 miles.

Reliability

J.D. Power and Associates rated the Integra first among small premium cars in their 2025 Initial Quality Study. The Accord isn’t in the top three in its category.

Engine

The Integra’s standard 1.5 turbo 4-cylinder produces 8 more horsepower (200 vs. 192) than the Accord’s standard 1.5 turbo 4-cylinder. The Integra Type S’ standard 2.0 turbo 4-cylinder produces 116 more horsepower (320 vs. 204) and 63 lbs.-ft. more torque (310 vs. 247) than the Accord Hybrid’s standard 2.0 DOHC 4-cylinder hybrid.

As tested in Consumer Reports the Acura Integra 1.5 turbo 4-cylinder is faster than the Honda Accord (automatics tested):

	Integra	Accord turbo 4 cyl.	Accord Hybrid
Zero to 60 MPH	7.7 sec	8 sec	8 sec
45 to 65 MPH Passing	4.6 sec	5.3 sec	5 sec
Quarter Mile	16 sec	16.3 sec	16.4 sec
Speed in 1/4 Mile	94 MPH	91 MPH	87 MPH

Fuel Economy and Range

Both the Integra and the Accord have a standard automatic start/stop engine feature to stop unnecessary fuel waste and pollution at stoplights and heavy traffic. All Integras have a standard disable switch for the system, so a driver can keep the engine from shutting off when the vehicle stops temporarily. A disable switch for start/stop is only offered on the Accord 1.5T.

Brakes and Stopping

For better stopping power the Integra’s brake rotors are larger than those on the Accord:

	Integra	Integra Type S	Accord	Accord Hybrid
Front Rotors	12.3 inches	13.8 inches	11.5 inches	12.3 inches
Rear Rotors	11.1 inches	12 inches	11.1 inches	11.1 inches

The Integra stops much shorter than the Accord:

	Integra	Accord
70 to 0 MPH	145 feet	184 feet	Car and Driver
60 to 0 MPH	100 feet	133 feet	Motor Trend
60 to 0 MPH (Wet)	137 feet	147 feet	Consumer Reports

Tires and Wheels

For better traction, the Integra Type S’ tires are larger than the largest tires available on the Accord (265/30R19 vs. 235/40R19).

The Integra Type S’ tires provide better handling because they have a lower 30 series profile (height to width ratio) that provides a stiffer sidewall than the Accord Sport/Touring’s 40 series tires.

The Integra has a standard easy tire fill system. When inflating the tires, the vehicle’s integrated tire pressure sensors keep track of the pressure as the tires fill and tell the driver when the tires are inflated to the proper pressure. The Accord doesn’t offer vehicle monitored tire inflation.

Suspension and Handling

The Integra offers an optional driver-adjustable suspension system. It allows the driver to choose between an extra-supple ride, reducing fatigue on long trips, or a sport setting, which allows maximum control for tricky roads. The Accord’s suspension doesn’t offer adjustable shock absorbers.

The Integra Type S handles at 1.02 G’s, while the Accord pulls only .81 G’s of cornering force in a Motor Trend skidpad test.

The Integra Type S executes Motor Trend’s “Figure Eight” maneuver 3.4 seconds quicker than the Accord Sport-L Hybrid (24.5 seconds @ .76 average G’s vs. 27.9 seconds @ .58 average G’s).

Chassis

The Integra is 9.9 inches shorter than the Accord, making the Integra easier to handle, maneuver and park in tight spaces.

Cargo Capacity

To allow full utilization of available cargo room, the Integra’s hatch uses gas strut supported hinges that don’t intrude into the cargo area. Its intrusive beam hinge reduces the Accord’s useful trunk space.

The Integra’s standard folding rear seats are split to accommodate bulky cargo. The Accord’s standard single piece folding rear seat is not as flexible; long cargo and a passenger can’t share the rear seat.

Servicing Ease

J.D. Power and Associates surveys of service recipients show that Acura service is better than Honda. J.D. Power ranks Acura 6th in service department satisfaction (above the industry average). With a 4% lower rating, Honda is ranked 7th.

Ergonomics

The Integra’s standard outside mirrors include heating elements to clear off the mirrors for better visibility. Honda only offers heated mirrors on the Accord EX-L/Touring.

Compared to the Honda Accord’s traditional radio, the Acura Integra A-Spec Technology/Type S equipped with standard SiriusXM satellite radio provides an unmatched listening experience. Its extensive coverage guarantees consistent, crystal-clear reception across the continental U.S., and access to over 100 channels dedicated to a multitude of genres, including music, news, sports, talk shows, and comedy, many with only limited commercial breaks.

To quickly and conveniently keep personal devices charged without cables tangling and wearing out, the Acura Integra has a standard wireless phone charging system (Qi) in the center console. Only the Accord Sport/EX-L/Touring offers wireless charging.

Recommendations

Consumer Reports® recommends both the Acura Integra and the Honda Accord, based on reliability, safety and performance.

A group of representative automotive journalists from North America selected the Integra as the 2023 North American Car of the Year. The Accord was last chosen in 2018.

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