BREAKING: Acura Integra To Return In 2022!

 

Oh boy. It's been an eventful couple of days for the car industry. Right after the earth-shattering news that the Lamborghini Countach was returning as a hybrid, Acura revealed that they were electrifying a legend of their own, the iconic Integra coupe. Based on the few glimpses of the upcoming car, it will likely pay homage to the 2004 model, sporting 2 LED lights on each side of the grille, and the grille itself may not actually cool the engine, as it will almost certainly be either fully electric or even a hybrid. Although the closeup image that was released doesn't show much, I will say I am feeling good about this one. A massive Integra fan myself, I think the new model will live up to it's predecessor quite nicely.    

   Some context: from 1986 to 2002, the Acura (or Honda, as it was badged in other countries) Integra established itself as one of the most fun cars at it's price point. The first generation (1986-1990) didn't attract much attention, and subsequently only had a 4-year run. However, it was an interesting car in many ways. It was offered in 3,4, and 5-door forms. It boasted a feisty 1.6L 4-Cylinder engine, and maxed out at an impressive 7000 rpm. Although the first generation isn't the one that people talk about these days, it was a decent car, and led to much greater things, namely the second gen. 

Oh yes, the second gen. The GOAT of small and fun coupes. The "fan favorite" as it were. A car that makes you long for the days when cars were simpler. The Acura Integra, during it's golden years (Late 90's, early 2000's, ) established itself as one of the most memorable cars made during that time period. Although it is by no means flashy or exotic, it is undeniably one of the most special cars ever made, and prices have risen accordingly. Even though the upcoming Integra will not be the same, Honda has been on a roll during the last 5 or so years, and it would be surprising if the Honda/Acura brand doesn't succeed on the new Integra. Stay tuned for news on the upcoming Acura Integra, and everything happening in the car world.