Acura Integra vs Volkswagen Golf R
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Volkswagen Golf R
Overview
| Spec | Acura IntegraIntegra Hatchback | Volkswagen Golf RGolf R Hatchback |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Integra Hatchback | Golf R Hatchback |
| Body style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | premium unleaded (recommended) |
| Transmission | continuously variable-speed automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2026 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Acura IntegraIntegra Hatchback | Volkswagen Golf RGolf R Hatchback |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $33,400 (best) | $49,455 |
| Lowest listing price | $24,999 (best) | $32,999 |
| Median listing price | $32,886 (best) | $42,595 |
| Highest listing price | $41,788 (best) | $47,995 |
| For sale now | 18 (best) | 7 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Acura IntegraIntegra Hatchback | Volkswagen Golf RGolf R Hatchback |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 32 MPG (best) | 25 MPG |
| City MPG | 29 MPG (best) | 22 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 37 MPG (best) | 31 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 12.4 gal | 14.5 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Acura IntegraIntegra Hatchback | Volkswagen Golf RGolf R Hatchback |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 200 hp | 328 hp (best) |
| Torque | 192 lb-ft | 295 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 1.5 L | 2 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Acura IntegraIntegra Hatchback | Volkswagen Golf RGolf R Hatchback |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 24.3 cu ft | 34.5 cu ft (best) |
| Payload | — | 948 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,084 lbs (best) | 3,461 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 5.1 in (best) | 4.8 in |
| Wheelbase | 107.7 in (best) | 103.5 in |
| Length | 185.8 in (best) | 169.1 in |
| Width | 72 in (best) | 70.4 in |
| Height | 55.5 in | 57.8 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Acura IntegraIntegra Hatchback | Volkswagen Golf RGolf R Hatchback |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | Not Rated |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | Not Rated |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | Not Rated |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | Not Rated |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | Not Rated |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | Not Rated |
| Rollover | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | Not Rated |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Acura Integra | Volkswagen Golf R |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Integra Hatchback $33,400 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Golf R Hatchback $49,455 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Integra Hatchback $35,950 MSRP | — |
| 3 | Integra Hatchback $39,200 MSRP | — |
| 4 | Integra Hatchback $39,200 MSRP | — |
| 5 | Type S $53,900 MSRP | — |
Live inventory
Acura Integra18 for sale
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Certified2023 Acura Integra
A-Spec Package
Lunar Silver Metallic•Ebony14,320 mi$26,400Plaza Auto Mall
Brooklyn, NY
Certified2024 Acura Integra
A-Spec Package
Platinum White Pearl•Red32,248 mi$27,200Plaza Auto Mall
Brooklyn, NY
Certified2026 Acura Integra
A-Spec Tech Package
Urban Gray Pearl•red2,567 mi$34,500Plaza Auto Mall
Brooklyn, NY
Used2025 Acura Integra
w/A-Spec Technology Package
Blue•BLACK15,543 mi$32,522Genesis of Conshohocken
Conshohocken, PA
Used2024 Acura Integra
A-Spec Package
Lunar Silver Metallic•Ebony29,200 mi$29,500Tim Short Honda
Ivel, KY
Used2026 Acura Integra
w/A-Spec Technology Package
Gray8,924 mi$33,250Newburgh Toyota
Newburgh, NY
Volkswagen Golf R7 for sale
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Used2023 Volkswagen Golf R
20th Anniversary Edition
Pure White•Titan Blk w/Blue Accents17 mi$47,990Classic Volkswagen Gastonia
Gastonia, NC
Certified2026 Volkswagen Golf R
None
White•Blu &Soul Blk W/Diamond P8,638 mi$47,995Volkswagen of Gainesville
Gainesville, FL
Used2022 Volkswagen Golf R
2.0T
Blue•Titan Black51,264 mi$32,999J&S AutoHaus Mt Holly
Mt Holly, NJ
Used2023 Volkswagen Golf R
20th Anniversary Edition
Black•Titan Blk w/Blue Accents37,680 mi$38,528Honda of Sarasota
Sarasota, FL
Used2024 Volkswagen Golf R
2.0T
Deep Black Pearl•Titan Black71,226 mi$35,843Crown Motors - MI
Holland, MI
Used2024 Volkswagen Golf R
SUN
Lapiz Blue Metallic•Titan Black w/Blue Accents19,530 mi$42,798INFINITI Charlotte
Matthews, NC
Acura Integra vs Volkswagen Golf R FAQ
- Which is better: 2026 Acura Integra or 2026 Volkswagen Golf R?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Acura Integra vs 2026 Volkswagen Golf R on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2026 Acura Integra or 2026 Volkswagen Golf R?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Acura Integra starts lower at $33,400. Live Acura Integra listings start at $24,999. Live Volkswagen Golf R listings start at $32,999.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Acura Integra or 2026 Volkswagen Golf R?
- The 2026 Acura Integra leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (33,400).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Acura Integra or 2026 Volkswagen Golf R?
- The 2026 Acura Integra leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (32).
- Which has better horsepower: 2026 Acura Integra or 2026 Volkswagen Golf R?
- The 2026 Volkswagen Golf R leads on horsepower in this comparison (328).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Acura Integra vs 2026 Volkswagen Golf R?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Acura Integra (5/5 NHTSA overall); Volkswagen Golf R (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall).