2026 Acura Integra vs 2026 Tesla Model S
The Acura Integra wins clearly, 78.7 to 61.2, on tech & comfort, price, safety. The Tesla Model S is ahead on fuel & range and performance.
2026 Acura Integra
The 2026 Acura Integra is sold in the U.S. as a gas large hatchback with 4 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the Integra, is EPA-rated at 32…
2026 Tesla Model S
The 2026 Tesla Model S is sold in the U.S. as an electric large hatchback with 3 EPA-rated configurations. Its longest-range version, the Model S, is EPA-rated …
2026 Acura Integra
Clear winThe Acura Integra wins clearly, 78.7 to 61.2, on tech & comfort, price, safety. The Tesla Model S is ahead on fuel & range and performance.
| Category · weight | 2026 Tesla Model Soverall 61.2 | 2026 Acura Integraoverall 78.7 | ||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pricew 4 | 30.4 | 100 | ||||||||||||
Base MSRP of the trim (or the model's lowest trim). Lower is better. | ||||||||||||||
| Fuel & rangew 3 | 100 | 24.3 | ||||||||||||
EPA annual fuel cost and combined mpg / MPGe; EV range when both are electric. | ||||||||||||||
| Safetyw 4 | 67.5 | 100 | ||||||||||||
NHTSA 5-Star rating, WhichTrim Safety Signal (open recalls by severity), owner complaints, standard driver-assist features (from the press kit, or from what the manufacturer filed with NHTSA where there is none). Open park-outside / do-not-drive advisories cost 25 points. | ||||||||||||||
| Space & cargow 2 | 100 | 86.8 | ||||||||||||
Seats, cargo volume behind the 1st and 2nd rows, rear legroom. | ||||||||||||||
| Performancew 2 | 100 | 34.6 | ||||||||||||
Horsepower, torque and horsepower per ton. | ||||||||||||||
| Tech & comfortw 3 | 3.4 | 100 | ||||||||||||
Standard (1) and optional (0.5) infotainment, convenience, climate and interior features from the manufacturer's press kit. | ||||||||||||||
| Warrantynot compared | No data | No data | ||||||||||||
| Overall | 61.2 | 78.7 | ||||||||||||
Trim vs trim · 6 of 7 categories compared
Tesla Model S: base trim Model S Dual Motor All-Wheel Drive AWD · Acura Integra: base trim Integra FWD. Pick a trim in the tool to compare any other trim.
Where the gap is
the biggest differences, from the scorecard's own numbersWhere the 2026 Acura Integra wins
- It lists 31 standard driver-assist features against 0.
- It lists more comfort and tech equipment (29 points against 1 on the press-kit count, standard = 1, optional = ½).
- It starts $76,590 lower ($33,400 against $109,990 base MSRP).
Where the 2026 Tesla Model S answers
- It costs $1,950 a year less to fuel on the EPA's estimate ($600 against $2,550).
- It is rated 124 combined against 32 (EPA mpg or MPGe).
What they share
- A Safety Signal of 100.
Ranked by how far apart the two score on each measure, so a price gap and a horsepower gap are compared on the same scale. Every figure is on this page.
Specifications side by side
45 specs · manufacturer press kits| Spec | Tesla Model SModel S Dual Motor All-Wheel Drive AWD | Acura IntegraIntegra FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | ||
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $109,990 | $33,400 |
| Engine Basics | ||
| Aspiration | — | twin turbo |
| Cylinder count | — | 4 |
| Engine displacement | — | 1,500 cc |
| Engine type (full description) | Dual Motor Electric | In-Line 4 Cylinder with Turbocharger |
| Fuel injection system | — | gdi mpi |
| Valve configuration | — | DOHC 16-Valve |
| Engine Output | ||
| Horsepower | 670 hp | 200 hp |
| Torque | — | 192 lb-ft |
| Fuel Economy | ||
| MPG (city) | — | 29 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | — | 32 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | — | 37 mpg |
| Transmission | ||
| Final drive ratio | — | 5.048 |
| Transmission type | — | cvt |
| Dimensions Exterior | ||
| Ground clearance | — | 5.1 in |
| Overall height | — | 55.5 in |
| Overall length | — | 186 in |
| Overall width | — | 72 in |
| Wheelbase | — | 108 in |
| Cargo | ||
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 28 cu-ft | 24.3 cu-ft |
| Total interior volume | — | 95.8 cu-ft |
| Headroom | ||
| Front headroom | — | 37.6 in |
| Second-row headroom | — | 36.4 in |
| Legroom | ||
| Front legroom | — | 42.3 in |
| Second-row legroom | — | 37.4 in |
| Weights | ||
| Curb weight (maximum) | — | 3,084 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 4,561 lbs | 3,084 lbs |
| Suspension | ||
| Front suspension type | — | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear suspension type | — | Multi-Link |
| Steering | ||
| Steering type | — | Variable Ratio Electric Power-Assisted Rack-and-Pinion |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | — | 19.1 ft |
| Brakes | ||
| Front brake diameter | — | 312 mm |
| Front brake type | — | ventilated disc |
| Parking brake type | — | epb |
| Rear brake diameter | — | 282 mm |
| Rear brake type | — | solid disc |
| Wheels | ||
| Wheel diameter | — | 17 in |
| Wheel material | — | alloy |
| Wheel width | — | 7 in |
| Tires | ||
| Tire size | — | 215/50R17 91H |
| Fuel System | ||
| Fuel tank capacity | — | 12.4 gal |
| Minimum recommended octane | — | 91 |
| Connected Services | ||
| Connected services brand | — | AcuraLink |
| Shoulder Room | ||
| Front shoulder room | — | 57 in |
| Second-row shoulder room | — | 56 in |
Green marks the better value where the direction is unambiguous (more room, more power, lower price). Blank rows are specs the press kit does not publish.
Equipment, feature by feature
87 features · differences first, then sharedSafety31 differ · 31 listed
| Feature | Tesla Model SModel S Dual Motor All-Wheel Drive AWD | Acura IntegraIntegra FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Pedestrian Detection | — | std |
| Forward Collision Warning (FCW) System | — | std |
| Advanced Front Airbags (SRS) | — | std |
| Advanced Front Side Airbags | — | std |
| Lane Departure Warning (LDW) System | — | std |
| Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) | — | std |
| Rearview Camera with Dynamic Guidelines | — | std |
| Side Curtain Airbags | — | std |
| Rear Outboard Passenger's Side Airbags | — | std |
| Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) | — | std |
| Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low-Speed Follow | — | std |
| Advanced Front Knee Airbags | — | std |
| Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) | — | std |
| Auto High-Beam Headlights | — | std |
| Blind Spot Information System (BSI) | — | std |
| Brake Assist | — | std |
| Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS) | — | std |
| Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD) | — | std |
| Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) with Automatic Brake Hold | — | std |
| Hill Start Assist | — | std |
| Next-Generation Advanced Compatibility Engineering™ (ACE™) Body Structure | — | std |
| Post-Collision Braking System | — | std |
| Rear Cross Traffic Monitor (CTM) | — | std |
| Rear Seat Reminder (RSR) | — | std |
| Road Departure Mitigation System (RDM) | — | std |
| Seat-Belt Reminder for all Seating Positions | — | std |
| Traffic Jam Assist | — | std |
| Traffic Sign Recognition (TSR) | — | std |
| Vehicle Stability Assist™ (VSA®) with Traction Control | — | std |
| Vehicle Stability Assist™ (VSA®) with Traction Control | — | std |
| Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) with Tire Fill Assist and Location and Pressure Indicators | — | std |
Infotainment15 differ · 15 listed
| Feature | Tesla Model SModel S Dual Motor All-Wheel Drive AWD | Acura IntegraIntegra FWD |
|---|---|---|
| 10.2-Inch Digital Instrument Cluster | — | std |
| 9-Inch Touchscreen Display | — | std |
| Acura Premium Audio System with 8 Speakers | — | std |
| AcuraLink® | — | std |
| Basic Vehicle Warranty - 4 years or 50,000 miles, whichever comes first | std | — |
| Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® Wireless Telephone Interface | — | std |
| Bluetooth® Streaming Audio | — | std |
| Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) with Paddle Shifters | — | std |
| Steering Wheel-Mounted Controls | — | std |
| USB-C 3.0A Charge only (1) Front Seats | — | std |
| USB-C 3.0A Charge only (2) Rear Seats | — | std |
| USB-C 3.0A Data Port (1) Front Seats | — | std |
| Wireless Android Auto™ Compatibility | — | std |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay® Compatibility | — | std |
| Wireless Charging Pad (Qi) | — | std |
Convenience5 differ · 5 listed
| Feature | Tesla Model SModel S Dual Motor All-Wheel Drive AWD | Acura IntegraIntegra FWD |
|---|---|---|
| 12-Volt Power Outlet (Front Center Console) | — | std |
| Acura Maintenance Program 1yr / 12k miles | — | std |
| Keyless Access System | — | std |
| Pushbutton Ignition | — | std |
| Smart Entry with Walk Away Auto Lock® (Front Door and Tail-gate) | — | std |
Seating4 differ · 4 listed
| Feature | Tesla Model SModel S Dual Motor All-Wheel Drive AWD | Acura IntegraIntegra FWD |
|---|---|---|
| 60/40 Split Fold-Down Rear Seatback | — | std |
| Front 8-Way Power Driver's Seat | — | std |
| Heated Front Seats | — | std |
| Leatherette-Trimmed Front Seats | — | std |
Interior6 differ · 6 listed
| Feature | Tesla Model SModel S Dual Motor All-Wheel Drive AWD | Acura IntegraIntegra FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Ambient LED Cabin Lighting | — | std |
| Automatic Dimming Frameless Rearview Mirror | — | std |
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | — | std |
| Silver Painted Trim | — | std |
| Tilt and Telescopic Steering Column | — | std |
| Sunglasses Holder | — | std |
Exterior10 differ · 10 listed
| Feature | Tesla Model SModel S Dual Motor All-Wheel Drive AWD | Acura IntegraIntegra FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Moonroof with Tilt and Slide Function | — | std |
| Auto-On/Off Headlight Operation with Wiper Compatibility | — | std |
| Capless Fuel Fill | — | std |
| Chicane™ LED Daytime Running Lights | — | std |
| Chicane™ LED Taillights | — | std |
| Drag Coefficient - 0.23 Cd | std | — |
| Heated Side Mirrors | — | std |
| Jewel Eye® LED Headlights | — | std |
| Tire Repair Kit | — | std |
| Wheels - 19" or 21" | std | — |
Powertrain12 differ · 12 listed
| Feature | Tesla Model SModel S Dual Motor All-Wheel Drive AWD | Acura IntegraIntegra FWD |
|---|---|---|
| All-Wheel Drive | std | — |
| Front-Wheel Drive | — | std |
| Acceleration - 3.1 s 0-60 mph | std | — |
| Battery & Drive Unit Warranty - 8 years or 150,000 miles, whichever comes first | std | — |
| Direct Fuel Injection | — | std |
| Idle Stop | — | std |
| Integrated Dynamic System (IDS) | — | std |
| Peak Power - 670 hp | std | — |
| Powertrain - Dual Motor | std | — |
| Range (EPA est.) - 410 mi | std | — |
| Supercharging Max - 250 kW | std | — |
| Top Speed - 130 mph | std | — |
Chassis3 differ · 3 listed
| Feature | Tesla Model SModel S Dual Motor All-Wheel Drive AWD | Acura IntegraIntegra FWD |
|---|---|---|
| MacPherson Strut Front Suspension | — | std |
| Multi-Link Rear Suspension | — | std |
| Weight (Curb Mass) - 4,561 lbs | std | — |
Cargo1 differ · 1 listed
| Feature | Tesla Model SModel S Dual Motor All-Wheel Drive AWD | Acura IntegraIntegra FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Cargo - 28 cu ft | std | — |
Highlighted rows are where the two differ. Wording is the manufacturer's own.
Safety record
NHTSA recalls, complaints, NCAPTesla Model S
Top recalls
No recalls on file.
Acura Integra
Top recalls
No recalls on file.
Ownership
EPA, manufacturer warranty| Tesla Model SModel S Dual Motor All-Wheel Drive AWD | Acura IntegraIntegra FWD | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $109,990 (base trim) | $33,400 (base trim) |
| Price range across trims | $109,990 – $159,420 3 trims | $33,400 – $53,900 5 trims |
| Powertrains | BEV | GAS |
| EPA configuration compared | Model S | Integra |
| Combined mpg / MPGe | 124 | 32 |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $600 | $2,550 |
| EV range | 410 mi | — |
| Basic warranty | 4 yr / 50,000 mi | — |
| Powertrain warranty | — | — |
| Roadside assistance | — | — |
Common questions
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhich is better, the 2026 Tesla Model S or the 2026 Acura Integra?
The Acura Integra wins clearly, 78.7 to 61.2, on tech & comfort, price, safety. The Tesla Model S is ahead on fuel & range and performance. On WhichTrim's default weights the 2026 Acura Integra scores 78.7 and the 2026 Tesla Model S 61.2. The weights are yours to change — move what you care about and the verdict recalculates on the page.
Which is cheaper, the 2026 Tesla Model S or the 2026 Acura Integra?
The 2026 Acura Integra starts lower — $33,400 against $109,990, a gap of $76,590 at the trims compared here. Both are manufacturer MSRPs before destination, options and dealer charges.
Which has the better safety record, the 2026 Tesla Model S or the 2026 Acura Integra?
2026 Tesla Model S: no NHTSA rating yet, grade A, 0 recalls. 2026 Acura Integra: 5 NHTSA stars, grade A, 0 recalls. Crash ratings come from NHTSA's own tests; the grade is WhichTrim's read of the recall record, and the two can disagree.
What are the biggest differences between the 2026 Tesla Model S and the 2026 Acura Integra?
Where the 2026 Acura Integra wins: it lists 31 standard driver-assist features against 0, lists more comfort and tech equipment (29 points against 1 on the press-kit count, standard = 1, optional = ½), and starts $76,590 lower ($33,400 against $109,990 base MSRP). Where the 2026 Tesla Model S answers: it costs $1,950 a year less to fuel on the EPA's estimate ($600 against $2,550) and is rated 124 combined against 32 (EPA mpg or MPGe). What they share: a Safety Signal of 100.