The Acura Integra Car has made a triumphant return, earning the prestigious 2023 North American Car of the Year award. This accolade celebrates the Integra’s sporty design, engaging driving dynamics, versatile functionality, and premium features, reaffirming its position as a leader in the sport compact segment. Since its launch, the Integra car has rapidly become Acura’s best-selling model in its class, capturing the hearts of driving enthusiasts and setting a new benchmark for premium sport compact cars.
The 2023 Integra car marks Acura’s second North American Car or Truck of the Year win, following the Acura MDX’s North American Truck of the Year award in 2001. This achievement underscores Acura’s commitment to Precision Crafted Performance and the successful relaunch of an iconic nameplate. Emile Korkor, assistant vice president of Acura National Sales, expressed pride in the Integra development team and the production associates at the Marysville, Ohio plant where the Integra car is manufactured.
The North American Car, Utility and Truck of the Year awards are highly respected in the automotive industry, recognizing vehicles that demonstrate excellence in innovation, design, safety, performance, technology, driver satisfaction, and overall value. A panel of 50 independent automotive journalists from the United States and Canada rigorously evaluate the contenders, making this award a true testament to the Integra car’s exceptional qualities.
Engineered to ignite passion in a new generation of drivers, the Integra car boasts an award-winning high-output turbocharged engine and a sport-tuned chassis, delivering an exhilarating driving experience. Its rigid body structure further enhances handling and responsiveness, making every drive a thrill. The Integra car is uniquely suited for active lifestyles, offering the only 5-door liftback configuration in its class. This design provides a large, flexible cargo area and generous rear seat legroom, all while maintaining a sleek, coupe-like silhouette and sporty stance.
Beyond performance and practicality, the Integra car is equipped with a comprehensive suite of standard safety, driver-assistive, and connected-car technologies. It has also achieved the highest safety rating from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), providing drivers with peace of mind. Proudly built in America, the Integra car is produced in Marysville, Ohio, sharing the production line with the Acura TLX. The Integra car’s advanced turbocharged 1.5-liter engine is manufactured exclusively at the Anna Engine Plant in Ohio, highlighting Acura’s commitment to domestic manufacturing.
Looking ahead, the Integra car lineup is set to expand with the arrival of the high-performance Integra Type S. This exciting addition will feature a high-revving 2.0-liter VTEC turbocharged engine producing over 300 horsepower, paired exclusively with a 6-speed manual transmission and limited slip differential. The Integra Type S promises to elevate the Integra car’s performance credentials even further, appealing to driving purists seeking ultimate engagement.
For those eager to experience the award-winning Integra car, further details are available here. The Acura Integra car is not just a vehicle; it’s a statement of sporty excellence and a testament to Acura’s dedication to Precision Crafted Performance.
