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2026 Acura Integra vs. Honda Civic vs. Audi A3: Which Compact Car Is Right for You?
The Acura Integra is back for 2026 as a sleek and sporty four-door compact car with plenty of great options on offer! The true measure of a great vehicle isn't just what it brings to bear on its own, however, but how it compares to its closest competitor.
This is something the team at Acura of Pleasanton understands, that's why we're happy to help you compare it to new models like the the Honda Civic and Audi A3? Let's look at how these three compact cars stack up in key areas like performance, interior space, technology, safety features, and more!
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Interior Design & Space
The new Acura Integra delivers a driver-focused cockpit with seating for up to five people, including the driver. Its cabin is decked out with premium materials and comes complete with nearly 96 cubic feet of interior space for passengers and 24.3 cubic feet of storage space in its rear trunk.
The Honda Civic and Audi A3 are both compact five-seaters, but are less robust in the space department. While the Honda Civic has 99 cubic feet of overall passenger space, it only has 14.8 cubic feet of cargo room. The Audi A3, meanwhile, offers a mere 8.3 cubic feet of cargo space in its rear trunk.
Performance
The 2026 Acura Integra comes powered by a 1.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine capable of 200 horsepower and 192 pound-feet of torque, and that's just with the base model. If you upgrade to the Acura Integra Type-S, you'll enjoy the power of a 320-horsepower 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder with up to 310 pound-feet of torque.
The Honda Civic also offers two engine choices: a 150-horsepower 2.0-liter four-cylinder or a more powerful 200-horsepower turbocharged option. The Audi A3, meanwhile, hits the road with a uniform 201 horsepower 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder powertrain that comes bolstered by standard all-wheel.
Technology & Safety Features
The 2026 Acura Integra comes equipped with a range of standard media and safety features. These include a 10.2-inch digital information display, touchscreen infotainment controls, and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. It also offers benefits like a premium 16-speaker ELS Studio 3D sound system and more. That "more" includes amenities like heated and ventilated seats.
The new Honda Civic offers a standard 7-inch infotainment screen with an available 9-inch upgrade. Higher-level trims also add in amenities like a wireless charging pad, a premium Bose audio system, and a built-in navigation system. The new Audi A3 comes with features including a 10.1-inch touchscreen, a Bang & Olufsen premium audio, a panoramic sunroof, and more.
On the safety front, all three of these new cars offer robust assistance packages, complete with features like forward collision warnings, automatic emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, and more.
Which New Compact Car Is Right for You?
While all three new models are excellent in their own way, the 2026 Acura Integra offers more features, higher peaks of performance, and a range of other benefits that you won't find in the Honda Civic and Audi A3. With its bold design, premium cabin, and extensive list of features, the Acura Integra is a top option for buyers in search of a new compact model car.
Schedule Your New Acura Integra Test Drive at Acura of Pleasanton Today
Would you like to learn more about the new Acura Integra? Schedule a test drive at Acura of Pleasanton today! Our sales team will be ready and waiting to help with all your driving needs. From new Acura models to new financing and leasing, we have everything you need.