Korkor told the magazine that, in the U.S., the six-speed will be in most of the Integra models offered, even though it’s the priciest. The U.S. is a relatively large market for Acura fans, he said. He also said it’s not likely the Integra will be electrified.
The company also said it plans to take a “multifaceted and multidimensional approach” and instead of the “mere replacing of engines with batteries”; and will offer a variety of solutions according to how customers use the products in various countries and regions, including offering swappable batteries and using hydrogen to power vehicles.
In 2024, Honda will introduce two mid- to full-size EVs in North America that it is jointly developing with GM. One will be the all-new Honda Prologue; the other will be a yet-unnamed Acura electric sport-utility. The company also said that through its alliance with GM, it will introduce “affordable EVs” in 2027 in North America, with “a cost and range that will be as competitive as gasoline-powered vehicles.