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Acura Integra vs Volkswagen GTI

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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2026 Acura Integra

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2026 Volkswagen GTI

Overview

SpecAcura IntegraIntegra HatchbackVolkswagen GTIGolf GTI S
Selected trimIntegra HatchbackGolf GTI S
Body styleHatchbackHatchback
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (recommended)regular unleaded
Transmissioncontinuously variable-speed automatic7-speed automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20262026

Pricing & market

SpecAcura IntegraIntegra HatchbackVolkswagen GTIGolf GTI S
MSRP$33,400 (best)$34,590
Lowest listing price$24,999$4,599 (best)
Median listing price$32,886$4,599 (best)
Highest listing price$41,788$4,599 (best)
For sale now18 (best)1

Fuel economy & range

SpecAcura IntegraIntegra HatchbackVolkswagen GTIGolf GTI S
Combined MPG32 MPG (best)27 MPG
City MPG29 MPG (best)24 MPG
Highway MPG37 MPG (best)32 MPG
Fuel tank12.4 gal13 gal (best)

Performance

SpecAcura IntegraIntegra HatchbackVolkswagen GTIGolf GTI S
Horsepower200 hp241 hp (best)
Torque192 lb-ft273 lb-ft (best)
Engine size1.5 L2 L (best)
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecAcura IntegraIntegra HatchbackVolkswagen GTIGolf GTI S
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume24.3 cu ft (best)
Curb weight3,084 lbs (best)6,366 lbs
Ground clearance5.1 in (best)5 in
Wheelbase107.7 in (best)104 in
Length185.8 in (best)169 in
Width72 in (best)70 in
Height55.5 in58 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecAcura IntegraIntegra HatchbackVolkswagen GTIGolf GTI S
NHTSA overall5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side pole5 / 5 ★ (best)
Rollover5 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reportedNone 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.

TrimAcura IntegraVolkswagen GTI
1

Integra Hatchback

$33,400 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Golf GTI S

$34,590 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Integra Hatchback

$35,950 MSRP

SE

$39,080 MSRP

3

Integra Hatchback

$39,200 MSRP

Autobahn

$42,480 MSRP

4

Integra Hatchback

$39,200 MSRP

5

Type S

$53,900 MSRP

Live inventory

Acura Integra vs Volkswagen GTI FAQ

Which is better: 2026 Acura Integra or 2026 Volkswagen GTI?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Acura Integra vs 2026 Volkswagen GTI 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 GTI?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Acura Integra starts lower at $33,400. Live Acura Integra listings start at $24,999. Live Volkswagen GTI listings start at $4,599.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Acura Integra or 2026 Volkswagen GTI?
The 2026 Acura Integra leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (33,400).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Acura Integra or 2026 Volkswagen GTI?
The 2026 Acura Integra leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (32).
Which has better horsepower: 2026 Acura Integra or 2026 Volkswagen GTI?
The 2026 Acura Integra leads on horsepower in this comparison (320).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Acura Integra vs 2026 Volkswagen GTI?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Acura Integra (5/5 NHTSA overall).