2026 Acura Integra A-Spec Manual: Is It Worth 40K?

The manual 6-speed makes the Acura Integra truly a blast to drive! At 41K, the Integra stands alone if shopping for a manual luxury sports sedan. The 2026 Acura Integra is powered by a turbocharged 1.5-liter inline-four engine producing 200 horsepower and 192 lb-ft of torque, paired with either a CVT or an available 6-speed manual transmission on higher trims like the A-Spec with Technology Package. Front-wheel drive is standard across the lineup, and the A-Spec Tech model adds features like adaptive dampers and a limited-slip differential with the manual. At the top of the range, the Integra Type S upgrades to a 2.0-liter turbocharged engine delivering 320 horsepower and 310 lb-ft of torque exclusively with a 6-speed manual. Pricing for the 2026 Integra starts around $33,400 for the base model, with trims including Base, A-Spec, A-Spec with Technology, and the high-performance Type S, which climbs to the mid-$50K range. The A-Spec with Technology—like the one featured in Double Apex Blue Pearl—typically lands around $39K–$40K and represents the sweet spot with added tech and performance features. Key competitors include the Honda Civic Si, Volkswagen GTI, Audi A3, and BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe, positioning the Integra as a premium sport compact that blends practicality with enthusiast appeal. #gti #civicsi #golfr #bmw #savethemanuals 00:00 Intro 01:20 Styling and Features 03:27 Hatch Storage 04:35 Backseat and Interior 05:38 Key Fob 05:56 Driver's Seat 10:30 Engine and Chassis 11:37 Driving Impressions 20:00 Highway and Fuel Economy 21:56 Deep Thoughts