Scheduled for commercialization by this summer, the Acura Integra Type S will attempt to reignite nostalgia with its performance additions that are inspired by the Honda Civic Type R. While the regular version has disappointed some with its controversial design and lackluster performance, the Type S could ultimately become the spiritual successor of the iconic Integra Type R of the 1990s.
Let’s get the facts straight: the 2024 Acura Integra Type S is a mechanical clone of a Honda Civic Type R. Admittedly, it’s true that the Integra puts out 5 horsepower more than its cousin due to an exhaust system slightly different, but, under its body, actually hides the same car. The structure is the same, the adaptive dampers are the same, and the 2-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder engine is identical.
Offered with a 6-speed manual transmission only that sends power to the front axle through a limited-slip differential, the Acura Integra Type S develops 320 horsepower and produces 310 lbs. of torque -feet identical to that of the Civic Type R. The differences lie mainly in the design of the vehicle and the layout of its interior. As an example, the Integra gets leather-wrapped sports seats versus suede seats in the Civic.
The design of the dashboard is slightly different for these two models, and the layout of the trunk is not exactly the same. For example, a Civic Type R can accommodate up to 694 liters of luggage, compared to 688 liters in the Integra.
Now the prices. Being marketed under the Acura banner — a luxury brand — the Integra Type S is unsurprisingly more expensive than a Civic Type R. It commands a starting price of $58,195, including freight and delivery charges. . This is over $6,000 more than its cousin. Only one version of the Integra Type S will be offered on our market.
We will have the privilege of testing the 2024 Acura Integra Type S as part of its North American launch, scheduled for next June in California. It will be during the same period that the first copies will arrive in the concessions of the country. So we’ll get back to you shortly with our driving impressions.
