Compare the2026 Volkswagen Jetta GLIVS 2025 Acura Integra

The Jetta GLI has a standard Automatic Post-Collision Braking System, which automatically applies the brakes in the event of a crash to help prevent secondary collisions and prevent further injuries. The Integra doesn’t offer a post collision braking system: in the event of a collision that triggers the airbags, more collisions are possible without the protection of airbags that may have already deployed.

Both the Jetta GLI and Integra have rear cross-traffic warning, but the Jetta GLI has Rear Traffic Alert (automatically applies the brakes) to better prevent a collision when backing near traffic. The Integra’s Rear Cross Traffic Monitor doesn’t automatically brake.

Both the Jetta GLI and the Integra have standard driver and passenger frontal airbags, front side-impact airbags, side-impact head airbags, front and rear seatbelt pretensioners, front wheel drive, height adjustable front shoulder belts, plastic fuel tanks, four-wheel antilock brakes, traction control, electronic stability systems to prevent skidding, crash mitigating brakes, daytime running lights, lane departure warning systems, blind spot warning systems, rearview cameras and rear cross-path warning.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration does side impact tests on new vehicles. In this test, which crashes the vehicle into a flat barrier at 38.5 MPH and into a post at 20 MPH, results indicate that the Volkswagen Jetta GLI is safer than the Acura Integra:

	Jetta GLI	Integra
	Front Seat
STARS	5 Stars	5 Stars
HIC	101	145
Chest Movement	.9 inches	.9 inches
Abdominal Force	188 lbs.	226 lbs.
	Rear Seat
STARS	5 Stars	5 Stars
Spine Acceleration	56 G’s	60 G’s
	Into Pole
STARS	5 Stars	5 Stars
Spine Acceleration	38 G’s	45 G’s
Hip Force	627 lbs.	646 lbs.

New test not comparable to pre-2011 test results. More stars = Better. Lower test results = Better.

The Jetta GLI’s corrosion warranty is 2 years longer than the Integra’s (7 vs. 5 years).

Volkswagen pays for scheduled maintenance on the Jetta GLI for 1 year and 8000 miles longer than Acura pays for maintenance for the Integra (2/20,000 vs. 1/12000).

There are over 2 times as many Volkswagen dealers as there are Acura dealers, which makes it much easier should you ever need service under the Jetta GLI’s warranty.

The Volkswagen Jetta GLI’s engine uses a cast iron block for durability, while the Integra’s engines use an aluminum block. Aluminum engine blocks are much more prone to warp and crack at high temperatures than cast iron.

The Jetta GLI’s 2.0 turbo 4-cylinder produces 28 more horsepower (228 vs. 200) and 66 lbs.-ft. more torque (258 vs. 192) than the Integra’s standard 1.5 turbo 4-cylinder.

As tested in Car and Driver the Volkswagen Jetta GLI is faster than the Acura Integra 1.5 turbo 4-cylinder (manual transmissions tested):

	Jetta GLI	Integra
Zero to 60 MPH	6 sec	7 sec
Zero to 100 MPH	14.6 sec	17.3 sec
Quarter Mile	14.5 sec	15.3 sec
Speed in 1/4 Mile	99 MPH	93 MPH

On the EPA test cycle the Jetta GLI 6-speed Manual gets better fuel mileage than the Integra Type S 2.0 turbo 4-cylinder 6-speed Manual (26 city/36 hwy vs. 21 city/28 hwy).

The Jetta GLI offers an optional sequential manual gearbox (SMG). With no clutch pedal to worry about and a fully automatic mode, an SMG is much more efficient than a conventional automatic but just as easy to drive. The Integra doesn’t offer an SMG.

For better stopping power the Jetta GLI’s standard brake rotors are larger than those on the Integra:

	Jetta GLI	Integra
Front Rotors	13.4 inches	12.3 inches
Rear Rotors	11.8 inches	11.1 inches

The Jetta GLI’s standard front and rear disc brakes are vented to help dissipate heat for shorter stops with less fading. The rear discs on the Integra are solid, not vented.

The Jetta GLI stops much shorter than the Integra:

	Jetta GLI	Integra
100 to 0 MPH	334 feet	358 feet	Car and Driver
70 to 0 MPH	160 feet	178 feet	Car and Driver

For better traction, the Jetta GLI has larger tires than the Integra (225/45R18 vs. 215/50R17).

The Jetta GLI’s tires provide better handling because they have a lower 45 series profile (height to width ratio) that provides a stiffer sidewall than the Integra’s standard 50 series tires.

For better ride, handling and brake cooling the Jetta GLI has standard 18-inch wheels. Smaller 17-inch wheels are standard on the Integra.

The Jetta GLI has standard front and rear gas-charged shocks for better control over choppy roads. The Integra’s suspension doesn’t offer gas-charged shocks.

The Jetta GLI’s front to rear weight distribution is more even (58.6% to 41.4%) than the Integra’s (60% to 40%). This gives the Jetta GLI more stable handling and braking.

The Jetta GLI handles at .95 G’s, while the Integra A-Spec Technology pulls only .88 G’s of cornering force in a Car and Driver skidpad test.

For better maneuverability, the Jetta GLI’s turning circle is 2.3 feet tighter than the Integra’s (35.8 feet vs. 38.1 feet). The Jetta GLI’s turning circle is 3.9 feet tighter than the Integra Type S’ (35.8 feet vs. 39.7 feet).

As tested by Car and Driver, the interior of the Jetta GLI Autobahn is quieter than the Integra Type S:

	Jetta GLI	Integra
At idle	42 dB	42 dB
Full-Throttle	77 dB	89 dB
70 MPH Cruising	70 dB	73 dB

The Jetta GLI has .8 inches more rear headroom and 2.5 inches more rear hip room than the Integra.

The power windows standard on both the Jetta GLI and the Integra have locks to prevent small children from operating them. When the lock on the Jetta GLI is engaged the driver can still operate all of the windows, for instance to close one opened by a child. The Integra prevents the driver from operating the other windows just as it does the other passengers.

The Jetta GLI’s front and rear power windows all open or close fully with one touch of the switches, making it more convenient at drive-up windows and toll booths, or when talking with someone outside the car. The Integra’s rear power window switches have to be held the entire time to open or close them fully.

If the windows are left open on the Jetta GLI the driver can close them all at the outside door handle. On a hot day the driver can lower the windows with the driver’s door power window switch. The driver of the Integra can only close the windows from inside the vehicle, with the ignition on.

The Jetta GLI’s rain-sensitive wipers adjust their speed and turn on and off automatically based on the amount of rainfall on the windshield. This allows the driver to concentrate on driving without constantly adjusting the wipers. The Integra’s standard intermittent wipers change speed with vehicle speed, but can’t turn on and off or change speed based on changing rainfall.

To help drivers see further while navigating curves, the Jetta GLI has standard adaptive headlights to illuminate around corners automatically by reading vehicle speed and steering wheel angle. The Integra doesn’t offer cornering lights.

Standard air-conditioned seats in the Jetta GLI keep the driver and front passenger comfortable and take the sting out of hot seats in Summer. The Integra doesn’t offer air-conditioned seats.

On extremely cold winter days, the Jetta GLI’s standard heated steering wheel provides comfort, allowing the driver to steer safely and comfortably before the car heater warms up. The Integra doesn’t offer a heated steering wheel.

The Jetta GLI has a standard dual zone air conditioning allows the driver and front passenger to choose two completely different temperatures so people with different temperature preferences won’t have to compromise. This makes both the driver and front passenger as comfortable as possible. Dual zone air conditioning is only available on the Integra A-Spec Technology/Type S.

With standard voice command, the Jetta GLI offers the driver hands free control of the radio by simply speaking. The Integra doesn’t offer a voice control system.

Compared to the Acura Integra, the Volkswagen Jetta GLI eliminates the need for separate garage door openers and associated risks of losing, breaking, or having dead batteries with its optional integrated Homelink® universal remote controlled from the rear view mirror.

Compared to traditional radio, the Volkswagen Jetta GLI’s standard SiriusXM satellite radio provides an unmatched listening experience. Its extensive coverage guarantees consistent, crystal-clear reception across the continental U.S., and access to over 100 channels dedicated to a multitude of genres, including music, news, sports, talk shows, and comedy, many with only limited commercial breaks. Satellite radio costs extra on the Integra and is only offered on the Integra A-Spec Technology/Type S.

To quickly and conveniently keep personal devices charged without cables tangling and wearing out, the Volkswagen Jetta GLI has a standard wireless phone charging system (Qi) in the center console. Only the Integra A-Spec Technology/Type S offers wireless charging.

The Volkswagen Jetta outsold the Acura Integra by almost three to one during 2024.