GAC Honda Integra Concept 2025 – Manual Targa Roof -First Look
The current Acura Integra is a genuinely fun car for the enthusiast, but not everyone was happy that the revived model assumed a five-door liftback body style. Now, a new Integra with two doors and a Targa roof has surfaced at the 2025 Guangzhou Auto Show. The Honda Integra Targa Concept is nothing like America’s Acura Integra, but its sporty styling immediately conjures up fond memories of the classic CR-X and Civic del Sol.
Developed by China’s GAC Honda, this concept is essentially a heavily modified Civic-based creation that looks like a true enthusiast product, complete with features American buyers are increasingly missing.
Here is a look at the unique features and the slim chance of it ever reaching the U.S.
A Nostalgic Recipe
This concept was developed by China’s GAC Honda, one of Honda’s joint ventures in the country. The team responsible for this Integra concept clearly paid tribute to the golden era of small, sporty Hondas.
| Feature | Detail | Nostalgia Note |
| Roof | Targa Roof with Removable Panel | Recalls the open-air style of the Honda CR-X del Sol. |
| Transmission | Six-Speed Manual Gearbox | Confirmed by interior shots; likely paired with the 1.5L VTEC Turbo engine. |
| Seating | 2+2 Arrangement | Unlike the two-seat del Sol, this concept retains small rear seats. |
| Aesthetics | White Wheels, Red Mirrors, Lowered Suspension | Looks like a genuine enthusiast-modded track car. |
| Base | Chinese-market Integra Hatchback | A heavily modified version of the local Civic counterpart. |
The Enthusiasts’ Car the Prelude Should’ve Been
The Honda Integra Targa Concept is a subject of contention because it highlights the concessions made for the new Honda Prelude. Fans of the older models lament the new Prelude’s hybrid-only powertrain and lack of a stick-shift option.
At first glance, this Integra concept looks more like the compact, sporty models that garnered such a loyal following in the 1990s. The presence of a manual gearbox, combined with the lightweight targa style, positions it as a driver’s car focused on engagement, contrasting with the Prelude’s focus on a premium, fully loaded GT experience.
Production Outlook
Unfortunately, the chances of the Honda Integra Targa Concept reaching production are slim, and its arrival in America is even slimmer.
- Niche Market: Two-door coupes and convertibles remain a narrow niche in the Chinese market, making a viable production run difficult to justify.
- Jurisdiction: The concept was developed by GAC Honda, a joint venture exclusive to the local Chinese market, meaning it will not be sold outside of China even if it were produced.
We are left to appreciate this striking, manual targa concept from afar, which perfectly captures the magical spirit of Honda’s small, sporty past.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the GAC Honda Integra Concept?
It is a two-door concept car with a Targa roof and manual transmission, unveiled by GAC Honda at the 2025 Guangzhou Auto Show.
Does the GAC Honda Integra Concept have a manual transmission?
Yes, interior images confirm that the concept features a six-speed manual gearbox, likely paired with a 1.5L Turbo engine.
Will the GAC Honda Integra Concept be sold in the US?
No, this concept was developed by the GAC Honda joint venture in China and is unlikely to be sold in international markets like the US.
Is this concept related to the Acura Integra?
While they share the Integra name and likely some Civic-based underpinnings, this concept is distinct from the five-door Acura Integra sold in North America.
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