I can't say for sure I'll take delivery on the Integra that I have on order. Most of the alternatives are pricey, there is one that is practical:
BMW 330e xDrive: ~$47K I'm not getting a stick if I get this, but I will get 35+ MPG. I'll pay 10K more than an Integra, but I will get a 6.2K tax break. I'll be able to run on electric for my short commute on weekdays, and run hybrid mode on weekends to have a sporty fun car. I'd not keep this one for more than 5 years, due to reliability/cost to own concerns.
Lexus IS 300 AWD ~$47K: I won't lose the V6 that is so dear to me, but no MT option. I will get an aging platform, but should have a car that I can easily keep for 10 years.
Toyota Camry XLE V6. ~35K: Another car that I won't lose the V6 but again no MT option. The downside, is that the rest of the car will probably feel like an appliance. Another car I can keep for 10 years.
Volkswagen GTI: ~33K: better performance, but probably not as fun to drive or as practical as the Integra will be. Long warranty - but will likely need it.
Honda Civic SI: ~30K (includes dealer markup): If the Canadian model was available here in the US, it would be a no-brainer, and I would have purchased it already. Prefer the Integra with the hatchback as well as essential features that the SI is missing.
Toyota Camry XLE V6. ~35K: Another car that I won't lose the V6 but again no MT option. The downside, is that the rest of the car will probably feel like an appliance. Another car I can keep for 10 years.
Volkswagen GTI: ~33K: better performance, but probably not as fun to drive or as practical as the Integra will be. Long warranty - but will likely need it.
Honda Civic SI: ~30K (includes dealer markup): If the Canadian model was available here in the US, it would be a no-brainer, and I would have purchased it already. Prefer the Integra with the hatchback as well as essential features that the SI is missing.