Review: 2024 Acura Integra Type S - Still Perfect 1 Week Later?

I spend a week with the 2024 Acura Integra Type S to see what it's like to live with. Does the impressive first impression fade over time, or does the louder, faster and more refined version of the Civic Type R continue to make a lasting impression? What do you think about the Integra Type S? Huge thanks to Acura for quickly sending me this Integra Type S to review.
Time stamps:
0:00 Exterior
2:09 Interior
6:12 Initial impressions
9:06 Acceleration
10:59 Handing and ride
16:14 Other impressions
17:51 Highway driving and safety tech
19:48 Thoughts after a week
22:44 Fuel economy
23:57 Pricing and competitor comparisons
28:00 Final thoughts
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[@StormAutoAdventures]

While I much prefer RWD or AWD... At least this Integra Type S has one of the best FWD setups out there between... Using a dual axis strut front suspension. One of the best mechanical Helical LSD's available. Very wide 265 mm Michelin PS4 tires... Plus, with the adjustable adaptive suspension, you can set the suspension in it's stiffest setting which helps prevent some of the weight transfer to the rear tires upon take off, versus a softer suspension that will allow more of the weight to come off the front tires. For a FWD, it's pretty darn impressive! I would definitely buy one if I were in the market. I like the Civic Type R, but I'd want to remove the rear wing... This is that car, but with more features as well. $52k+ is pretty steep for a car like this though. Freaking inflation is mainly at fault for this though. Anyway, as usual, great review of an amazing machine, Matt! Very nicely done! 👍

[@KrayzieBuddha]

Stealerships wanted 20k over the sticker price.

[@MattMaranMotoring]

Only the crappy ones.

[@jeffs6090]

Should be illegal! Unfortunately, some people will pay it, which they then claim their mark ups are justified.

[@brandonchism6960]

Just do your research. There are plenty of dealers who aren’t charging markups for these cars. Give them your business

[@KrayzieBuddha]

@@brandonchism6960 I'm way ahead of ya. I'm thinking of waiting it out and see how it pans out.m

[@KrayzieBuddha]

@@MattMaranMotoring and there are a lot of them in California unfortunately lol.

[@BrayZap]

This looks WAY cooler than a Type R

[@im_an_alvani]

Gotta say this is a huge leap forward from the FK8 platform and a really nice deviation from the FL5. Glad to see the potential of the Integra!

[@davidboyce6427]

This drive .really put a smile on your face Matt. 👍

[@Jeffah122]

“Unfortunately, no crackles and pops” immediately crackles and pops

[@imtheonehero9305]

i havent this guy in love with a car this much in a long time. Nice video

[@CypressRacing]

Nice review Matt. As an FL5 owner, I really dig Acura's interpretation and probably would have chosen the Type S had both been available.

[@UncommonSenseDriving]

*Flame suit on* I keep seeing to the same comments over and over again which I think completely miss the point. 1) Not AWD. If you want AWD you have the TLX Type S which would probably fractionally more expensive than what the price would have been with a SH-AWD ITS. You're missing the point. It's supposed to be a nimble canyon carver which is able to keep up with cars double it's price in the twisties, not a 0-60 queen where you can brag how fast it accelerates from a stoplight. 2)Moonroof. I'm actually happy there isn't one. Less weight, less things to leak/fail and realistically they are useless. Next to no air comes in and if it's open, more often than not you get bad glare from the sun. Why do half measures, buy a convertible if you want the wind in your hair. 3) Value. Buy once, cry once. Don't get me wrong, F**K dealers who sell it for a dollar more than MSRP, don't buy it, but those claiming it's too expensive for what it is (at MSRP) have probably never owned a Honda/Acura. Yes they are declining from their glory years but for someone who intends to keep the car for more than warranty period, the IT-S *should* easily give you 10 years of redline fun with nothing but scheduled maintenance. With the exception of the GR Corolla, there's no other car remotely similar in nature or price point that will give you that kind of long term value.

[@Marbind]

AMEN !!!! Preach !!!

[@mr.cookie7308]

Acura already has the SH-AWD system, just slap it on. AWD will help immensely with the handling. It will eliminate torque steer. No amount of engineering will get rid of torque steer. When a vehicle accelerates, the weight transfers to the back wheels, and the back wheels is were there is traction. The AWD will help with that. It also helps with control and safety overall. For all these benefits, I would not mind an extra 500 pounds and an extra $5,000 to the price.

[@BrayZap]

I highly dislike most new cars coming out anymore but this is by far my favorite. The looks of this car are amazing, plenty power, nice interior, its an all around great package

[@ranthony2714]

Dream car for sure. Great review!

[@MattMaranMotoring]

Thanks!

[@vicgill1980]

To have this level of enthusiasm video after video confirms your passion for cars

[@bobnorton2130]

Another great review Matt!

[@Jstall7543]

Man That Blue Is Amazing! I Love This Type S!

[@MattMaranMotoring]

I know, I kept drooling over it in the driveway all week haha.

[@tyler_motell]

I’ve had my reservation car for about a week. I got Liquid Carbon Metallic with the red interior. Already put 680 miles on it and I love this car sooo much. I went from an Elantra N to my TypeS and I think it was worth the upgrade

[@MattMaranMotoring]

Congrats on getting one and thanks for sharing your ownership experience so far!

[@axe2grind244]

Respect your decision, but do you honestly think it’s $35k better? It’s basically double the price, at least in New York dealerships it is.

[@steve8803]

@@axe2grind244 It's $18k difference in Canada and for me it's worth it. Much better quality and better performance(6mt vs 6mt).

[@jeremymoore145]

congrats

[@Luis_G919]

Hey Matt, love the videos. Speaking about the exhausts here, I would love to see some exhaust notes in your videos. I think viewers really enjoy listening to a nice exhaust growl before everything goes electric.

[@MattMaranMotoring]

Thanks! I used to do more exhaust clips but I've had GoPros fall off a few times so I'm always hesitant to do it now.

[@Luis_G919]

@@MattMaranMotoring I meant more along the lines of cold starts and revs, I can imagine having to pick those go pros up must have been a mission, but thanks for replying, really great to see a KZbinr getting involved with their subscribers.

[@hdavey72]

The way you shift also makes it so smooth

[@ChowDownDetroit]

this is one of the nicest looking cars in this decade

[@malcolmar]

Matt, thank you for the follow up. Well done! I LOVE this car. Actually, my wife and I both LOVE this car. She gave me the green light to get one :) (1) now it is time to come up with the money and (2) I hope not to get GOUGED with a huge dealer mark up :( BTW I LOVE this spec with the blue and the off white interior. I would just add those beautiful bronze rims to mine. Well done Acura. Well done.

[@MattMaranMotoring]

Thanks, glad you liked the video!

[@Dbrostint]

Once you get it, install PPF to protect it for many years!

[@malcolmar]

@@Dbrostint Agreed!

[@Therafester14]

Awesome Review! I can't wait until you drive a Type R for a week!

[@MattMaranMotoring]

Thanks! Hopefully that'll happen soon!

[@timw2083]

This looks great!!! I'm digging this blue. I had a '94 GSR back in the day and loved it. I'm not in the market cause i have an IS500 but this is impressive. Nice review Matt I can live without the crackle and pop... it's too gimmicky to me.

[@ii_dynasty]

Having a dead silent performance car is a no.

[@timw2083]

@@ii_dynasty I can agree about sound but those crackles and pops are annoying to me. I just watched a video saying it's often manufactured into the car

[@stopcrying518]

​@@timw2083it really is the dumbest trend in cars since cambered wheels

[@MrDaveaccord]

Looks awesome in that color.

[@antoinelee-thomas9536]

My attainable dream car. I can't wait to get my hands on this whether it's a standard Integra Type S, if they make a PMC Edition Integra Type S, a Special Edition Integra Type S in whatever model year coming, or a Limited Edition Integra Type S however far they put more work into it, even if they add another 5-10hp and another 5-10lb-ft of tq, upgrade the suspension to some better, forged wheels, revised the gear ratios for even better shifting, etc...

[@genericasian]

You know they're saving yellow for some sort of limited edition!

[@3joewj]

Saw it in person and test drove it...probably one of the best looking cars/sedans i have ever seen...It is really flat and planted....very punchy in the mid range in 3rd gear. JUST fun! by the way its way more planted than the cadillac V which I test drove as well...not even close!

[@user-fr8rj9lv5d]

Great job Matt. Did you notice any rev overhang when you shifted gears? Thank you.

[@MattMaranMotoring]

Thanks! Zero rev hang thankfully!

[@matthewh630]

@@MattMaranMotoringeven @ full throttle shifts? Thanks!

[@MattMaranMotoring]

Yep!

[@mattmagna_]

Nice review Matt

[@MattMaranMotoring]

Thanks!

[@stevensanchez330]

Definitely a dream car rn , matt farah said it was perfect for crying out loud he never says that so you know it’s good 😂👍

[@paullansville]

I want this car in white and dealership in Toronto want a $2000 dollars deposit to secure one and over here starting price is $55600.0 dollars.Great review Matt.👍🏼👊🏼

[@gs98999]

That is pretty cheap when covered to USD.

[@HansGruber88]

Ever since I saw the first release videos of this car, I wanted it. Went to Acura of Fremont, but none available to drive. Drove a TLX A-Spec and really enjoyed it. Might go back to drive that Type S while I wait to drive an ITS. I think Acura is making great cars for the money. Looks are subjective, and to each his own, but the ITS and TLX S are good looking cars to me. As an aside, drove a Lexus IS350 FS at the dealer next door. Not a fan. Salesman sat in the car with me. Automatic negative. Acura guy just gave me the keys and said enjoy - the way it should be.

[@doriangray2347]

WrxFan, in my Porsche 718T, the more fun exhaust noise ends when it is in its most performance setting. Maybe the S controls the exhaust when it needs to perform for max efficiency of thrust.

[@MattMaranMotoring]

Yeah that's probably part of it since the crackles only happened when I wasn't full throttle or high rpms.

[@mikemccormick6128]

I also ordered the Type S in Apex Blue, but I'm getting the Ebony interior and I also ordered the all season floor mats. No word yet when it's coming in.

[@MattMaranMotoring]

Congrats on the order!

[@CaptainCJ97]

Any update?

[@mikemccormick6128]

@@CaptainCJ97 No, and I’m feeling unhappy with my sales rep because he is giving me no information unless I pry it out of him. He never explained anything about how the whole process will work or what to expect. At first, I was expecting that several cars would be coming into the dealership and I would be picking one of the cars that were coming in. But that is not the case and he still won’t tell me when to expect my vehicle to come in.

[@waltfraher7198]

The Integra is such an iconic car, especially the GSR and Type R. I hope this new Type S is a real successor to those icons. Wish the MSRP a couple thousand dollars less.

[@briangasser973]

Good luck getting it at MSRP

[@waltfraher7198]

I haven't checked on price mark ups yet. Have you heard anything?

[@seered2023]

@@briangasser973I got mine at msrp in California.

[@briangasser973]

What dealer did you get it from? On the Integra Forums, Califorians seemed to be getting the most hosed with ADMs.

[@SIIKAP1]

@@briangasser973these can be found at MSRP all over the country

[@hellokyle_]

The design of the new Integra is growing on me especially with this Type S and color.

[@SpinachLeaf]

Honestly they should've revealed it with this first. I know companies reveal the base models first then the special editions. But Acura would've made a bigger splash along with not receiving hate.

[@kevinc2332]

@@SpinachLeafyah that yellow reveal with the Integra on the side was not enticing lol

[@Unxpekted]

Completely unexpected but this thing is sexy af! Honda killed it

[@gabrielflores1149]

Great insights Matt, have a ZL1 convertible and might exchange that for this and then get a C8 Z06 in a few years and keep those two!

[@SIIKAP1]

nice flex

[@djaric]

13:02 some pops. Just as you were saying no pops. They're pretty subtle in car. ;)

[@touringteg]

I have a 17 FK8 and 98 ITR. I find this car a bit contradictive with the flares and crackling exhaust. Yet the car has seats that won't support you for the track and softer suspension settings compared to the FK8/FL5. As mentioned in the video, it seems the Type S was built for street use and is an exercise in maxing out the sales of this platform by reusing the the same chassis, engine, transmission, brakes, suspension etc as FK8 and FL5. I'm sure they will sell plenty. On the upside, Type S sales may lead to slighly reduced FL5 demand and increased availability.

[@papi_carte4995]

Dick, u know u like it! Just pony up the funds and enjoy one!!!

[@XObimmer]

I wish you could get the red interior with the blue exterior

[@ThatWasherNerd]

As I was about to turn onto 79 after cars and coffee, I think I saw you on your way there and I thought to myself “I wonder if that’s Matt in a press car”…

[@MattMaranMotoring]

Haha nice!

[@raist315]

You really enjoyed that. So we all want to know. When you got to the end of the week, did you consider buying one?

[@MattMaranMotoring]

If I needed 4 doors, lots of practicality and had $52k to spend on this need, I'd totally buy one.

[@jeremymoore145]

Im getting this!

[@thedrizzle619]

maaaaaaaaan this car is gorgeous

[@roddyboyat6679]

Driven this twice at dealership and it's great. Having the regular Integra with the manual, l really like my Integra and won't trade. I have a Audi S3 on order and will enjoy my Integra as my daily driver.

[@integrafreak1]

What made you not get the RS3?

[@dsher503]

Awesome you have a dealership near you that is willing to let you drive the car twice without buying. I'm jealous.

[@FATmenDRIVEtrucks]

why TF would you want a regular integra and S3 over just getting a Type S or RS3 as only vehicle? Making payments and insurance on 2 brand new very similar vehicles seems wasteful. Then deprecation will be worst then just getting the best limited versions

[@roddyboyat6679]

NSX. I live in snowy Minnesota. Acura Integra is my daily driver. It has the manual, great gas mileage and will be good in the winter with front drive. The S3 will be my summer show-off vehicle. I have owned MX-5 's, Toyota 86, BMW, Lexus, Audi, Alfa Romeo. I usually trade cars yearly. When I take delivery I am already thinking of the next one. Crazy!

[@bjsimon802]

very sharp design

[@jrodTypeR]

Hey Matt always appreciate your videos and thoughts. I have a 2020 FK8. I am first in line with a deposit to a dealer that is selling it to me at MSRP. Do you think the Type S is a step up? Can you please compare the FK8 to the Type S ? I would really appreciate your input.

[@mitchellsteindler]

Has more power and torque, better interior, better styling. What's not to like?

[@ismancarris6802]

At MSRP "YES "

[@MattMaranMotoring]

Congrats on finding a great dealer and being first in line! Obviously the Type S will feel pretty similar to the FK8 from a powertrain standpoint, but to me the shifter is even a little bit better, the exhaust is way cooler, and the suspension is a bit more livable, even though the refreshed FK8's comfort mode is also very good. It'll be fairly small, incremental improvements in driving dynamics. But you also get the much better infotainment system, the fantastic stereo, more comfortable seats, more sound deadening, etc. Everyone's preferences are different but I'd 100% upgrade to a Type S if I had an FK8 and had the extra money to spend on the upgrade.

[@dsher503]

Depending on the condition of your FK8 and how many miles it has, you can probably get over what you paid for it by selling and come out ahead as long as you aren't stretching to pay for the ITS at msrp.

[@jrodTypeR]

@@dsher503I am hoping that is the case. My red Fk8 has been babied. It has 16k miles on it. The stock rims have 500 miles on them. Car has ceramic coating and never been to the Carwash. Hoping to either sale or trade it in for the Type S .

[@cvotrades2766]

the wait is forever for order to come in

[@simpleyummy797]

Very cool looking car

[@looneyyang1326]

There's a blue one just like this for MSRP where I live.

[@fitnessymas9605]

Nice. I love it

[@yulianmarkevych2709]

Great car , absolutely astonishing ❤ but it is fwd ,that's why I chose wrx

[@ROVA00]

I used to own Subarus and sadly was very disappointed by their reliability. Two OEM engines were killed by factory defects. I also don’t really like the looks of the wrx . But yes I wish the integra was Awd

[@Roadrunner_215]

To hear crackles and pops, hit on gas on any gear, rev up to 4k to 5k rpm release the pedal and hit the clutch pedal fully, let the car just go without any gas pedal and you should hear the crackles and pops once you hit the clutch pedal. I test drove at my local dealership and figured it out on the test drive and guaranteed you will hear it. Love this car

[@juneyurrrr223]

So I'm planning on getting one, whence i finish my schooling next year and was wondering if you go to a dealership to built it to my exact specifications, can they raise the msrp of it or nah?

[@briangasser973]

Acura/Honda acts on an allocation, not an order system. You can request the color you want, but you have to wait for the dealership to receive the allocation from the OEM. Every dealer will pass along a rise in MSRP if Acura raises its cost.

[@briangasser973]

Matt, curious why you think Honda is limiting production of the ITS? A dealer I have a deposit with says they are only getting an allotment of 9 cars this year. Corvette seems to be able to match production with demand for the Stingray. As a result of limiting production, all Long Island dealers are charging an ADM, but it is not as bad of the CTR's ADM

[@MattMaranMotoring]

SavageGeese mentioned in their video that Honda is limiting it, I’m assuming partially because they can only build so many of these engines and Type R is the priority, and partially because they don’t want it to be too common. I don’t have any solid info on why though.

[@briangasser973]

Thanks for the answer. I am getting stuck with $2500 ADM for the ITS. At least that is cheaper than any ADM I have seen on a CTR. I'm curious why you say the CTR is a priority when Honda can make $7k more on each ITS vs CTR? I think the profit margin on the ITS has to be greater.

[@MattMaranMotoring]

It's not about profit for this car, it's because the Type R is sold internationally and the Integra is only sold in North America. Honda is more worried about fulfilling the huge demand globally, which is why Japan sales are prioritized for the Type R, making them scarce here in the U.S. Pulling engines from the Type R when there's way more demand for Type R than Integra would be counterintuitive for them.

[@mugens2k]

I wanted the ITS but since its so new, its hard to find a good deal here in Cali. I ended up finding a decent deal on a CTR and have zero regrets. I'm sure the ITS would have been amazing too!

[@albertogonzalez1746]

How does daily driving a CTR feel?

[@mugens2k]

@@albertogonzalez1746 Really good with comfort suspension. Amazing car to daily.

[@albertogonzalez1746]

@@mugens2k that’s awesome. I really want a CTR after seeing how imo the ITS fails from a premium car perspective. I think the CTR looks better with the molded fender flares versus the tacked on look on the ITS. Congrats.

[@papi_carte4995]

Dick, sounds like you're on a budget! Get a second job and go get the ITS!!!

[@czluver4338]

Reviewers always compare the Integra to Hyundai but there is no comparison when it comes to reliability whether it's compared to Audi, Mercedes, or now Cadillac. Long term reliability and maintenance costs far exceed what you'd get in a Honda and as an actual owner, that cost matters.

[@TheKingkingg]

My Elite a spec Canada version is awesome and my type s is awesome

[@brandonchism6960]

I test drove one of these in Atlanta. Gotta be honest I was too busy smiling to care about burbles and pops. But I’m also the guy who coded mine off in my M3 so I could be the wrong audience for burble tunes.

[@JamieToddBand]

I'm with you, run silent, run deep! 2019 Type R here.

[@ROVA00]

Does it compare at all to the m3 in overall street performance and comfort?

[@brandonchism6960]

@@ROVA00 one has to be honest about the type of driving one does or plans to do. Here in the Southeast and particular to me where I’m traveling between the backroads of NC, SC, North GA, and TN, on roads that don’t allow for speeds in excess of ~50 mph because of grip limits or cliffs; this is as good as any other car that handles really well and is responsive in the twisty stuff to include my old 911. When the road straightens or on the highway, the M3 and anything similarly powered will prevail. Think of it as a modern variant of the old Civic Si of the 90s (the purplish one, lol). Great shifter, awesome sound, comfy enough ride, and smile inducing; yet perfect as a daily, great on gas, and suitable for all practical purposes… this one just happens to have 300hp+.

[@supersteve1585]

Overall I think this exceeded expectations. I wish it had a sunroof and a more usable backseat as it is a less of a track car than the Type R but other than that great. Hope to experience one of these soon. Awesome review as always! 😀

[@fortheloveofnoise9298]

Doesn't the Canadian spec have a sunroof...or is that just the Type R? You could get a Canadian one.

[@i.d.6492]

How is it less of a track than typer? It has same suspension same breaks, same lsd, and more power, the only difference is the seats which I can tell you from driving sports car bucket seats aren't the most comfortable for daily which most of the buyers of typeR going to do

[@SIIKAP1]

@@fortheloveofnoise9298neither car has a sunroof option in Canada or anywhere

[@supersteve1585]

@@i.d.6492 Not all of the stuff you mentioned are the same. The engine and ecu tuning is different(so for more midrange torque), suspension tuning is different for focus on street use , if I can remember correctly is that you cant completely disable the stability control as the Type R, etc. Even Acura marketed it the Type S as a street car that is track capable. While the Type R is more of a more hard core track car.

[@andreteimore2203]

​@@i.d.6492it has less aero and the damper settings are less aggressive but otherwise exactly the same. But if you wanted it for the track why not get the cheaper civic?

[@mikdes26]

How would you compare this to a B8.5 Audi S4 6mt? I’ve had one since new (2016) and considering a change.

[@MattMaranMotoring]

It's been over 5 years since I've driven one of those, but I'd gotta assume the Type S will feel lighter, sharper, and the shifter is much better. You also sit lower so it's much sportier in feel.

[@warwid5419]

Cant wait to have mine :')

[@reddhole3422]

How about doing a comparison between a non-turbo Mazda 3 sedan or hatchback versus the lower level Acura Integra like the A Spec?

[@MattMaranMotoring]

Comparison videos are very hard to set up for me. What questions do you have about how the two compare?

[@reddhole3422]

@@MattMaranMotoring Totally understand! Looking to see how 1) the driving dynamics differ, 2) interiors compare and 3) stereos are.

[@rexvaughn986]

Did you experience any dash rattles during your test?

[@CaptainCJ97]

I'll take the look over the new hondas sedans & that blue is nice

[@alphabeta8403]

Sunroof is a MUST for any Acura over $50k. Rear center seat is messed up too lol.

[@pierre598]

I HATE when they do stuff like this. Buying the top of the line I should have everything they offer. Memory seats , sun roof, rear vents, ventilated seats etc smh Acura

[@alphabeta8403]

They’ll add these features at mid cycle refresh, hike $ another 5-10%, and shoot themselves in the foot with abysmal sales…again! 😆

[@pierre598]

@@alphabeta8403 🤣🤣🤣 I see NO lies told smh lol

[@Marbind]

Sunroof just add weight and reduce body rigity. Get the ASpec instead.

[@albertogonzalez1746]

Are power folding mirrors and an auto dimming mirror included?

[@MattMaranMotoring]

No power folding mirrors but auto dimming mirror is included.

[@the-pug]

Which would you rather own? This or CT4 Blackwing?

[@dsher503]

Easy choice. Just RWD or FWD. Such different driving experiences. For a fun, special car I'd take the CT4 anyday. For a daily that's 20+ thousand cheaper the Integra wins.

[@MattMaranMotoring]

I agree with @dasher503. If you've got the extra $15k+ to spend on the Blackwing and can live with RWD in your area, Blackwing is the way to go. It's almost an extra 150 hp lol.

[@latino914]

Definitely the Type S. Not even close

[@philochristos]

How are the drink holders?

[@Spikejou]

I think a Mini Clubman JCW is a competitor that often gets overlooked. What are your thoughts between the two?

[@MattMaranMotoring]

Good point, I’d consider it a solid competitor if it wasn’t going away after this year. I’ve never driven a JCW version, but my brother-in-law actually just bought one. He loves it. It sounds great and he’s happy with the performance (coming from a 2020 Veloster Turbo). Without having driven it, I’d guess that it’ll feel heavier and a little less precise and agile compared with this.

[@brokentradgedy]

lmao not even in the same class.....mini's are trash

[@FATmenDRIVEtrucks]

@@brokentradgedy obviously never driven one waste of a comment next time speak from experience not emotion LMAO

[@TheMondizzl3]

Clean 🎉

[@JustChrisGamming]

Would you go with this or the kia Stinger GT2? I'm stuck between the two.

[@DuongNam1102]

Lmao Stinger is junk

[@MattMaranMotoring]

Very different experiences. Stinger is almost 1,000 lbs heavier. Still handles great and I love them, it'll just come down to whether you want a comfy cruiser that's still sporty, or this, which is far more engaging.

[@Awawrzyniak7]

crackles and pops at 13:03

[@manchiang]

ITS looks so much better than the CTR.

[@pexton123456]

Yeah 🎉

[@kasio22B]

Throw in a moonroof and cool seats to make that 52k price tag a lil' easier to swallow...

[@vitkiu]

and A/C rear vents, USB connections, and armrests in the backseat. Otherwise, it feels like a $10K car.

[@mikedaleiden7725]

Yeah, they went ultra cheapo. No point in a 2 extra doors if your passengers are going to feel like they are in a faster Nissan Versa in back seat. No connections, no armrest....

[@glp046]

Great driving car, superb. However, both the type s and a spec are loud on the highway, noise coming from the rear. Personally, its a deal breaker for me as i will be taking this on long trios. Even only a 1 hr drive would bother me with how loud it was.

[@ROVA00]

Yeah, sounds like you want a Mercedes or Lexus

[@Tigerex966]

You could get sound deadening applied for a few hundred back there? Or use that great stereo

[@gerry3RS]

I would put the Type r wing on this lol

[@TheJason989]

Awesome car

[@slowMk4]

i’ll never get the middle exit exhaust, a single exit out the left or right is needed imo

[@looneyyang1326]

You must not understand how exhaust peak performance flows.

[@dannolder]

i think i saw you at the hot dog shoppe in cranberry?

[@MattMaranMotoring]

Wasn't me, I haven't been there in at least 4 years haha. Good hot dogs though!

[@Tanner_Teves]

I know the FWD is really good at handling on these but I still wish they were AWD just to give it a little bit of difference between the CTR

[@TheBreakfastLover]

AWD would be wishful thinking as the Integra/Civic platform wasn't designed for SH-AWD. However, the 10-speed automatic from the TLX Type S would've been reasonable. We know that transmission can pair with the CTR-related 2.0T from the TLX A-spec/prior Accord, and it can handle at least 355 hp/354 lb-ft from the TLX Type S. Perhaps Acura has that in the works?

[@ShaiyanHossain]

@@TheBreakfastLover i dont think the 10at would fit in the type R subframe, not especially with the R specific front suspension. also honda doesnt have an lsd for the automatic

[@TheBreakfastLover]

@@ShaiyanHossain good point 👍

[@borpheousmaximusv3985]

How much more is a M340i again?

[@MattMaranMotoring]

Comparably equipped to this with RWD it's $11k more.

[@st4xor]

+1 back seat, makes no sense to me to rip it out 🤷‍♂️, especially when you have more rear seat than both the TLX Type S and CT4-V/BW. Why nerf the 3rd seat?

[@Tigerex966]

Technical reasons the suspension and wider track would not allow the extra weight over it

[@drumrsmith]

They have to bring this out in automatics next year. I believe they will sell a lot more and faster.

[@Marbind]

TLX has your name on it.

[@alexstealth27]

I think a true sports car does not need a sunroof. Thats what they have roadsters for. I really never used my sun roofs or moon roofs ever. My opinion only for me. 🤷🏻‍♂️😂

[@mikedaleiden7725]

FWD and extra 2 doors would never be considered a sports car anyway.

[@Vijaypall_96]

I wish we got this in the u.k...

[@mikemayers8672]

Does back seat recline????

[@psewgobind]

From the past 25,000km, I'm getting 25.9mpg (Elantra N), but that's while driving in Toronto core, with is insane.

[@TheBreakfastLover]

You'll probably need a chiropractor in a year or too. Toronto roads are just awful.

[@HPiL_CLiPS]

Almost 1st!

[@xxmobstrxx8535]

Still would personally prefer it to have been AWD, there’s not much that differentiates this from the Type R since the Type R is already a nice car inside and out.

[@ROVA00]

It would be much heavier and would need more Hp to feel as quick, and that’s would also mean much more expensive. If I’m going to spend $70k on a 4 banger it would be an AMG

[@Blank00]

Do you think the limited production number has anything to do with the bad reception that this generation of Integra has gotten in general?

[@R.P.E]

Can you elaborate on what’s considered ‘bad reception’ that follows this model/Gen. Be specific.

[@CarTireAuto]

@@R.P.Enobody likes that it’s not a coupe

[@Blank00]

@@R.P.E A lot of youtubers, such as ThatDudeinBlue do not like the Integra. They have not personally test-driven them to see if it's as bad as they say, but because these youtubers are pretty popular, people just take their word for it.

[@MattMaranMotoring]

Definitely not. The Integra is selling really well and is a huge hit with the buying public, it’s just that Honda doesn’t want the Type S being produced in high numbers.

[@brandonchism6960]

According to Matt Farrah from the Smoking Tire, they have the capacity to double the output of the CTR. While that’s not crazy numbers, it’s a far cry from limited . The demand is just nuts right now. One dealer in Atlanta has a list of 80 buyers with an initial allocation of 10 cars. They have the highest allocation numbers I’ve seen in GA, AL, TN, SC, and NC. But they aren’t charging over sticker so people are lining up to buy from them.

[@i.d.6492]

This car is much better looking than type R. Looking at this you know it's type S, when I look at the regural civic I don't know if it's a type R or regural civic until I see wing or brembos. But then again it's Honda not an Audi

[@bobbyjones2112]

I definitely would take one of those over the civic type R if I had the money to blow! 🚗

[@timbrown9731]

Two of the Acura dealers here in Sacramento, asking 70…….

[@briangasser973]

While not as bad as Honda dealers charging ADMs on the CTR, most ITS will sell with an ADM. It is a shame Honda/Acura is deciding not to match supply with demand.

[@RichAbe23]

13:02 you here the pops… my type S makes pops all over the place.

[@bj10jgo]

That was the wind blowing. lol

[@Pdpawlak]

What about compared to tlx?

[@MattMaranMotoring]

Totally different missions and driving experiences. Want a bigger, heavier luxury cruiser that's still sporty? That's the TLX. If you want more engagement, a smaller, lighter, more nimble car, then the Integra is miles better.

[@rdavidsen7344]

@@MattMaranMotoring Matt, I agree with the above. However, at similar price points (after dealer mark-up) what's your advice, purely from an ~ equal spend? Thanks.

[@patrickstarr87]

💙💙💙

[@cybergrindin]

Do u think more collectible than the R badge?

[@bj10jgo]

No, CTR will always be more collectible

[@cybergrindin]

@@bj10jgo we not even talkin bout that idiot. Ok Ferraris are better.. u happy?

[@Marbind]

Difficult to say. The R is sold worldwide in greater numbers. The S is only sold in North America. They both perform literally the same at the track.

[@andradejose2460]

Once Matt posts, that means an embargo is down.

[@MattMaranMotoring]

Unfortunately I wasn't on the first drive for this car, so I missed the embargo by a couple weeks :)

[@davelospinoso9022]

If you paid over sticker on the fl5... You effed up lol this ITS is perfect at around 50k

[@mattryan9444]

If they would just reduce the size of that damn grill emblem