Integra Type S
The Type R that wears a suit.
10 reviewers · 62 videos · 31 press articles
Reviewers strongly agree on its performance and handling, but split on value.
across 10 reviewers
"I still think this is probably the best car on sale right now... the most well-rounded, most enjoyable, practical, daily drivable, track capable car at its price point."
Zygrene · ▶ 6:44"the $10,000 Delta that the Integra Type S has over this car is just not worth it"
Savagegeese · ▶ 28:03Performance
4.5/510 of 10 reviewersstrong consensus“it's so much faster in a straight line the torque from this K20 C1 is immense”
positive · Zygrene · ▶ 18:55“The Integra Type S makes nearly 30 foot-pounds extra torque down low in the RPM band between two to three thousand RPM when you wind this thing out to redline it makes 15 to 16 more Peak horsepower”
positive · Savagegeese · ▶ 3:48“this is an incredibly impressive car from a performance perspective”
positive · Jubbal & Cars · ▶ 20:46Handling
4.5/510 of 10 reviewersstrong consensus“it is astonishing how well this car puts the power down”
positive · Zygrene · ▶ 3:57“this car with this LSD is amazing like what you're doing right now yeah it's amazing”
positive · TheStraightPipes · ▶ 11:35“this feels so much better the sem typ part it's a bit over damned you get this pogoing constantly whereas here vented uses olan's coilovers”
positive · Jubbal & Cars · ▶ 12:23Fun to drive
4.5/510 of 10 reviewersstrong consensus“it's one of my favorite Transmissions that you can get in any vehicle it's so good in the type R so good in this type S”
positive · Car Confections · ▶ 5:34“in terms of the driving dynamics of the car dare I say close to faultless”
positive · Zygrene · ▶ 10:42“this is hands down the best option in this segment for someone that's interested in driving enjoyment”
positive · A Auto Buyers Guide · ▶ 35:31Daily drivability
4.5/510 of 10 reviewersstrong consensus“from a daily driving perspective this type S is superior to the type R um it feels more well insulated it feels a little more substantial”
positive · Tedward · ▶ 18:23“for daily driving this car is supremely comfortable since we do have adaptive dampers”
positive · Zygrene · ▶ 4:01“Go over to Acura buy the type S enjoy it more as a daily.”
positive · EverydayDriver · ▶ 33:25Value
3.5/510 of 10 reviewerssplit“I still think this is probably the best car on sale right now... the most well-rounded, most enjoyable, practical, daily drivable, track capable car at its price point.”
positive · Zygrene · ▶ 6:44“paying the extra 7 or 8K you're really paying for a slightly nicer interior and some more Creature Comforts”
mixed · Jubbal & Cars · ▶ 26:36“I can't help but feel accurate could have added a little bit more for the price point”
mixed · TheTopher · ▶ 17:05Hear it in the reviewer’s words
- MotorTrend
2025 Acura Integra Type S vs. RSX Type-S: Two Generations, Two Very Different Thrills
◆Worth itThe Integra Type S is a more capable, practical, and powerful evolution of the Acura sport compact formula, though it lacks the raw, analog simplicity of the RSX.
- Best for
- Enthusiasts needing a daily driver that can accommodate adults while providing high-level performance.
- Watch out
- Road noise · Difficult to parallel park due to size · Less analog feel than the RSX
Quotes worth your time - MotorTrend
Our Yearlong Review 2025 Acura Integra Type S Has Been Mostly Bulletproof, With Two Small Exceptions
◆Worth itThe Integra Type S has proven to be a highly enjoyable and practical driver's car that is reliable, despite minor, easily resolved electronic glitches.
- Best for
- Enthusiasts seeking a practical, fun-to-drive daily driver.
- Watch out
- Road noise · Parallel parking difficulty · Potential for intermittent emissions/rev-match fault codes
Quotes worth your time - Top Gear
Acura Integra Type S (US) review: Honda’s giant-slaying hot hatch goes luxe Reviews 2026 | Top Gear
◆Worth itThe Integra Type S is the better all-rounder, successfully balancing high-performance thrills with the comfort and amenities expected of a daily driver.
- Best for
- Enthusiasts who want a high-performance manual transmission car that is comfortable enough for a daily commute.
- Watch out
- No rear hatch wiper · Finicky infotainment software · Higher price point than the Civic Type R
1,963 wordsOpen articleQuotes worth your time - The Drive
2024 Acura Integra Type S Prototype Drive: Possibly the Hot Integra We’ve Been Waiting For
The Integra Type S prototype shows immense promise as a refined, high-performance machine that successfully balances track capability with luxury.
- Best for
- Enthusiasts seeking a more premium, daily-drivable alternative to the Civic Type R.
- Watch out
- Prototype speed limiter · Limited track time
2,644 wordsOpen articleQuotes worth your time - The Drive
2024 Acura Integra Type S First Drive Review: Multiple Personalities, Perfect Execution
◆BuyThe Integra Type S is a masterclass in balancing daily usability with genuine driver engagement, making it one of the best performance values on the market.
- Best for
- Enthusiasts who need a practical daily driver that doesn't sacrifice the joy of a manual transmission.
- Watch out
- Rear seat headroom is limited · Interior lacks the design flair of European rivals · Seat comfort may vary by driver
3,164 wordsOpen articleQuotes worth your time - The Drive
2024 Acura Integra Type S Review: Stuck Between Sport Compact and Luxury
◆Worth it, with caveatsThe Integra Type S is a more mature, daily-drivable version of the Civic Type R, but it fails to justify its price premium due to a lackluster interior and disappointing seats.
- Best for
- Enthusiasts who want the performance of a Civic Type R but need a more compliant daily driver and prefer the liftback aesthetic.
- Watch out
- Uncomfortable, unsupportive seats · Interior feels like a base-model A-Spec · Lacks the CTR's rotation-heavy handling · Poor value proposition compared to the CTR
2,627 wordsOpen articleQuotes worth your time