I am Pissed...

2023 Acura Integra Type S Review
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[@TheAutoDojo]

It’s a shame these cars are being marked up 15-20k over MSRP here in the states. I just can’t justify paying 65-70k for an Integra.

[@Superdimensional]

Yeah it should never cost more than the TLX Type S… people with too much money and too little sense are causing this.

[@jonwear9791]

Over price car! not worth it.

[@mikemccormick6128]

My Acura dealer quoted me MSRP vs the Honda dealer quoted me a $15,000 markup.

[@GotPoopWeScoop]

You can find the type s for msrp.

[@dznutzglaceau]

For $50 grand hell no. 😂

[@alengreen589]

This is to 100% the best FWD luxury brand Car of the World, because no other luxury brand would come with a FWD performance Car to the market 😅

[@germanengineering204]

Such a crazy concept yet Honda fanboys swear by their precious front wheel drive type R lol!!

[@Ahmed___9]

Hyundai?

[@alengreen589]

@@Ahmed___9Hyundai is not a luxury brand.

[@tyhyhh]

its the best all around car at its msrp lol simple

[@youcangetsum6871]

@@alengreen589just bc the interior is red doesn’t make it better than EN interior and it’s still slower even with the hp increase I’d pick it over EN tho if it didn’t cost so much bc it does look better.

[@Superdimensional]

The Type R is a shot of Tequila, it is a kick in the ass. The Type S is a shot of Belvedere or Grey Goose….same result, just gets you there like a gentleman, smooth and refined!

[@ohrandyrandy]

Great analogy.

[@napraznicul]

"like a gentlman".. in a FWD sedan?!😂

[@DekiaryCarter]

Great way to explain it!

[@Superdimensional]

@@napraznicul don’t be a hater.

[@CB-tx3ul]

@@napraznicul If you haven't driven one the way they're meant to be driven, you could just say that...

[@joeblacc8573]

Took delivery yesterday. This last 24hrs has been amazing. I’ve had Camaros, a WRX, 2010 Gti, 2016 accord coupe v6 6MT, and a Scat.
This car drives better than anything I’ve ever owned not even close. Honda outdid themselves I can’t even effectively communicate how good this thing drives smh.

[@SIIKAP1]

@@layne4376he can make that statement based on how it feels to drive the car and how it handles.

[@joeblacc8573]

@@layne4376 I can. And I did u can see it above. I didn’t say I was coming from managing the Triple F Collection. I’m just a regular dude with a slightly varied car history, reiterating what was stated in the video. It’s exceptional.

[@oemj7147]

@@joeblacc8573 Sure, it drives better than the cars you listed there but Is it exceptional compared to an M2 for example? Not IMO.

[@joeblacc8573]

@@oemj7147 it starts at 64k. That’s significantly higher than this. Clearly im speaking to cars in its price range. However I have driven the previous gen M2 comp and this is visceral on a similar level and has a better manual gearbox. The M2 is a far superior vehicle tho obviously.

[@joeblacc8573]

@@layne4376 ok I could argue that this is way more compelling than a golf R. It also looks better, has a better sound system, better infotainment system, road presence, sounds better etc. everything isn’t about straight line speed or 0-60 numbers and if u think it is, then the “massive cognitive dissonance” u referenced is your own.

[@thecamdenyard]

I like how people justify it being “overpriced” by comparing it to used car prices saying well I could get a used M2comp or saying at that price I could just buy a new Supra… how about actually comparing cars that hold more than 2 people have 4doors are new not used and that come with a manual transmission that will pull over a 1G on the skid pad… you know an actual apples to apples comparison of similarly specd/equipped cars with the same MSRP… and no you can’t use the greed of some dealers overcharging to once again try to justify it being “overpriced”. All brands and models of a car are being listed above MSRP by some greedy dealer somewhere…

[@CypressRacing]

Great review and kudos to Acura for releasing a zesty practical sports car with a manual before the dawn of all electric.

[@SamCarLegion]

Couldn't agree more!

[@tri3pleagent]

It looks good but it lacks too many features you'd expect at that price point. And with markups, it's absolutely a no-go.

[@n-power-automotive]

I've got to stop watching these Type S videos. I love my Elantra N, but the ITS is so freaking sexy. Ugh.

[@user-sx7hf3kr4z]

Love ya channel i have one to! I love this one the creaks and rattles r getting to me lately 😅

[@n-power-automotive]

@@user-sx7hf3kr4z yeah I have a couple rattles too. It definitely still has its econo car roots.

[@user-sx7hf3kr4z]

@@n-power-automotive I got an oil leak, bad alignment countless other issues after a 5mph fender bender did not hold up to well sadly

[@cledulin]

Decided to stay with my aspec tech, yeah not even comparable but the $25k I save. Sun roof, and general joy the car brings makes it good enough.

[@jmblaze]

No memory driver seat (has an empty spot for the buttons 👎🏾). Manual passenger seat. No arm rest, A/C vents or charging ports for the rear seats. No sunroof option. Cheap cluster design. But, the Exterior of the car is stunning, and sure it might drive n handle nice, but the luxury features are lacking for this price point plus markups. If I was to get this car at a good n reasonable value, it will be at used prices.

[@djsthemetereman]

It looks so good but it's definitely missing some things

[@toddwindes6723]

I have exotics to classic muscle cars, and a 98 TyperR. People stating a price of $35,000 haven't driven it and are disconnected from car costs that will not go back down for a vehicle like this. We bought one at sticker in California. It's an absolutely amazing vehicle. Well done Acura, home run and
I can't wait to see the Type R that's coming. 🤞🏻

[@ryanb8736]

What type R coming?

[@ahmedelesawy7791]

Such an amazing car. If it was a little bit cheaper , it would break the sales records for Acura

[@jesseyanvari1498]

Love watching this guys vids, from reviews to drag races, TOP NOTCH!

[@MarvinGrinage-ym1nq]

Without a doubt.
Sam, your 1 of the best car enthusiasts evaluators on the internet!
You communicate points so well, that it seems as if I am right thier amongst you.
Keep up the great work.
I also want you to know that I appreciate all the drag race comparison segments that you have done.
Very professional and very informative they all are.

[@Bp2181991]

Hoping to buy one brand new in 2025! Honda/Acura did a phenomenal job with this car. Love that Acura has a great manual car again too.

[@TheRealOne24]

It's funny reading these comments from people passing judgement on the car without driving it just bc it's FWD even though Honda makes some of the best FWD systems in the world. If you scan youtube for reviews on this car it's been nearly unanimous praise and approval for the ITS and yet commenters are all talking trash.

[@closg9309]

nice car but it should cost 35k MAX. If you want a FUN , FWD, 6MT for a good price get a GTI and tune it. 2-3k in mods will get you 300+whp and 350wtq easy.

[@ryanb8736]

If they sell all of them at 65k, then market says it’s worth 65k all day. Not 35k.

[@dor1tomcswagger69]

+$70,000 cdn for an acura type s is ridiculous you can get more for that price range

[@gleepoy]

These start around $59,000 no??

[@jos1515]

I'm assuming he's adding taxes and dealer fees

[@dor1tomcswagger69]

@@jos1515 my comment is based off autotrader they had a demo it cost 71,000+ taxes which would be closer to 90k 😂

[@apsreen5027]

We need M240i vs Type S comparison in a drag, dig race and track so people can understand why the 55k price tag with 20k markup is not justified ..
Let alone an M2

[@TheBreakfastLover]

the Civic Type R (which this Integra is based on) matched the M2 Competition's track time.

[@KP-xi4bj]

@@TheBreakfastLoverM240 XDrive (G42) is faster in every measurable variable.

[@TheBreakfastLover]

@@KP-xi4bjthe Civic Type R (FL5) ran a faster track time than the M240i (G42) at Anneau du Rhine and Eurospeedway Lausitz. The Honda beat the BMW by 0.07 seconds at Rhin and by 0.57 seconds at Lausits.

[@KP-xi4bj]

@@TheBreakfastLoverWhat about Hockenheim GP, Autozeitung test track or Contidrom (3.3 km)? What about every day use? M240 XDrive destroys the FL5 Type R with 0 to 60 mph in 3.6 seconds and the 1/4 mile in 12.1 seconds at 114.0 mph. What about in snowy conditions? Again, M240 XDrive destroys the FL5 Type R.

[@TheBreakfastLover]

@@KP-xi4bj lol, now you're moving the goal posts by adding arbitrary qualifiers. You made a claim: "faster in every measurable variable" and I (easily) refuted that claim by citing two sources where the Type R posted faster lap times than the Bimmer.

[@gooniac33]

Acura going back to their roots!! Luxury performance!! Glad to hear that there are some very distictive differences between the cars! I just really wish that a moonroof was incorporated into the design!

[@williamlevy1981]

I heard a sunroof will LIKELY be an option after the initial run. It's an Acura Type S, ALL other Type S have a sunroof.

[@gooniac33]

@@williamlevy1981 that is really good to hear!! Once the hype has dropped down a bit and if they can make a couple changes I may want one...

[@williamlevy1981]

@gooniac33 Buy the refresh model after 2026. THAT will likely be the last of its kind, NOT these current Civic Type R and Integra Type S. Thank DELUSIONAL California politicians for this and corporate Honda for not defending themselves with BALLS.

[@gooniac33]

@@williamlevy1981 i love the look of the type R but the practicality of the type S!! And the way that they made the acura more torquey mid range too! We shall see though.... my last acura was a 1998 GS-RL 4 door and I loved that car! Been a mazda guy ever since then but this new turbo motor has me interested again! Acura has gone back to their roots and I am loving it!

[@virgilwyatt4632]

I wouldn't doubt it if Acura doesn't add a moonroof to the Integra Type S. And I suspect the reason for this is because of the torque deliver. Possibly would easily twist the chassis would that kind of output. And think about it: when was the last time you've saw a Mustang GT or Camaro ZL-1 with a moonroof? I don't think that option is available for those higher end models of each respective vehicle. Probably the same for Challenger equipped with a Mopar 392 V-8 too. A convertible is a totally different. They come re-enforced with a stiffer chassis to compensate for lack of a solid roof, of which is part of the chassis. It could be the reason why You never see a Corvette with just a moonroof. They however, do have Targa tops.

[@chrisholmes344]

Sam, what a fantastic review! True honest story with reality and appreciation for cars, it’s what drives this channel! I think you’re comparison between the Type R and Type S is spot on! Well done!

[@SamCarLegion]

I appreciate that!

[@arthurmroyce]

Dang, I turn 64 next week and I have a 2020 Veloster N. I love driving an amusement park ride on wheels.

[@brianco12]

I am 61 and have that same car with a Manual Transmission, love it! But I think I may upgrade to this bad boy.

[@arthurmroyce]

@@brianco12 A lot of people upgrade these cars. Funny how many "old guys" are driving these. That is because we learned stick as kids! My hair is the same color as my car; chalk white. People give me the strangest looks when I blow by them illegally with my exhaust open. I love it.

[@ryanb8736]

@@arthurmroyceus old guys are the true car guys. We’ve been raising hell on the streets for decades, from muscle cars with raw power, bald tires, and bad brakes.

[@arthurmroyce]

@@ryanb8736 the funny thing is I have almost totally white hair. I turned early. People see me whizzing by with my exhaust open expecting a kid. Nope.

[@ryanb8736]

@@arthurmroyce Haha. I’m 51 and all white. I have a tuned RS3 doing launch controls racing kids. I love getting pulled over cause it makes me feel like a young punk. Cops laugh.

[@justinp2993]

Pause it at 4:15. In a world of nearly identical cars across brands and class this one actually stands out. That right there is a good looking car. It's wrong wheel drive and $55k so I'll never consider it but it does look good!

[@eleisonv3510]

Hmm if you drive this into corners and twisty roads you might be shocked that it’s FWD. Acura/Honda has done incredible engineering with this car. Try it and you’ll know what we mean

[@senorgato70]

Yes that shot at 4:15 is amazing. It is definitely a good looking car, even in non-Type-S form. I wish the non-Type-S didn't have a CVT as the automatic transmission option.

[@ohrandyrandy]

Great review, Sam. It only weighs 3200 pounds, same as my 99 M3. Kudos to Acura for pulling that feat off in 2023. If I ever replace my M3 weekender, this will undoubtedly be the sports car to do it.

[@KingDiamondBones]

type r is better bang for buck

[@rcmodder]

3200 is a pig by any standard. Today's cars are too big

[@KingDiamondBones]

@@rcmodder my car weighs around 3400 and it has a inline 6 integra is 4 cyl with barely horsepower pol

[@thecamdenyard]

@@rcmodder😂😂😂??? Compared to what a soda can??

[@rcmodder]

@@thecamdenyard If you think 3200lbs is light, then your input is not needed

[@The_Hi_Life]

I think the Integra S might be the perfect car. If they made a SH-AWD version, without a doubt it would be perfect!

[@SamCarLegion]

It is perfect

[@ka124as]

They should just make the tlx a manual. That’d be sick

[@germanengineering204]

Excellent review Sam! I have a 24 RS3 on order already, but this review was so good it has me reconsidering my decision again!👍

[@foobird02]

I had an RS3 on order since summer 2022 and told maybe 2025 before I’d get an allocation. I reconsidered myself, checked priorities, checked the competition and ended up with the ITS. It’ll be here next month.

[@Alexbuilt]

As someone who has a ttrs and works and built multiple type rs. I'd wait 5 years for a rs3 if needed over getting this. It's not a bad car but it's just not comparable.

[@Alexbuilt]

@@germanengineering204 just put it this way. You have one of these. Hybrid turbo tune all the bolt ONS. 10k easy. And a bone stock rs3 with just a reflash will just eliminate it. Roll or dig. Along with better interior. The thing is if the type r or type s was you know 30-35k that's one things. But with all the mark ups to were it's 50+. Gotta go with the rs3
I paid 61k for my ttrs with 6000 original miles back in 2020. And I never regreted it one bit. I had a 10th gen SI as well before as a shop car and it was just a pile of shit compared to older hondas mechanical wise. Good luck

[@germanengineering204]

@@Alexbuilt Thank you!! Only other car I'm considering as a back up plan is a manual CT4 Blackwing! Cost about the same, but very different driving experience.

[@Alexbuilt]

@@germanengineering204 thats a nice car as well. I just have quality control trust issues with gm since my 2020 Silverado didn't make it to 10k miles lol.

[@moereefer]

honestly it’s your right i’m looking for a new car but you got a lot of choices now like the GR, cars from Toyota, Nissan Z Infinity Q50,60, Hyundia,, BMW 240,340i , Also VW golf R, Audi A3,A4 best deal S3. or go get a Evolution 8,9, X. some bolt on’s 500hp stock block for around 2$ in parts. i’m going with a evo 9 redline drop in cams 8,000 rpm stock turbo 500hp.

[@tonyguilliams5849]

I’d love to have one in my driveway but sport compacts costing 50k nowadays I’m gonna wait a few years and pick up a used one. I’m happy with my 07 Civic Si coupe for now.

[@onYTsince2008]

It's good looking for sure, but sorry I'm biased, I love my Infiniti Red Sport 400. I feel luckier that I was actually able to get one in RED exterior in last batch of production. 😅😢♥️🎉🏁

[@jdubb6591]

I went to look at one with the intention to buy it. The interior is nice in the $30-40k price range but just cheap for a $53k car, even if it a decent performance car. I walked. A little more gets an M2 or CT4 Blackwing.

[@klasseact6663]

As an EN owner I'd have this over my car anyday, just can't afford the price difference...then add the mark up and it's even WORSE,
I think it looks AMAZING and I'd have mine in that blue w/offwhite interior and those optional gold wheels😎

[@EthanTodd.]

Thing looks sick! I’m happy Acura finally made this design language work, at least with the fender flares. For 50K, this would top my ICE list for anything not a truck.

[@jessicadion6109]

Will there be a race between GTR Nismo 2024 and Ford GT 2023 on drag strip? Cauz I can't find any races like this on youtube. Plz, Mr. Sam!!!!!!!!!

[@RichardJoashTan]

Glad that I will buy a fully loaded 2024 Acura Integra Type S anyway.

[@denisleblanc4506]

The demand for the Type R being what it is, you should have no problem selling it and buying the Integra Type S.

[@torray61]

I always enjoy your reviews Sam, but this one is close to home! I put a deposit on the Integra Type S which I'll pick up in a year (when my Civic Si is paid off). No car is perfect, but this one checks off most of the boxes for a fun, usable, sporty driving experience. It's hard to say whether there will be a vehicle like this (especially with a manual transmission) in 5 or 6 years.
Thanks for confirming my purchase! Sorry for your regret.

[@SamCarLegion]

Congratulations

[@wojtekp3212]

Should have got it!!! Did u drive the last one, the last generation type r?! This car is great especially at msrp!!! 🎉🎉❤❤😊😊

[@BabySkinCondom]

I haven't seen any marked up at the dealerships near me, the problem really is the year+ long wait for one.
I have one reserved but I'm on the verge of just saying fuck it and getting a m340i lol

[@chaloaraujo]

For that price just get a BMW M340i Xdrive and slay the integra, civic type r and other competitors in a heartbeat.

[@c.d.willis4278]

No navigation, no rear seat vents for AC , no heated or cooled leather, no passenger seat power. It's a rip.

[@justinczternastek5346]

What did you get?

[@jp23x]

I love this car, but i also have common sense. The only people i see buying this car at MSRP or even above are the honda fan boys. The performance is not there when compared to the competition. With the exception of maybe an is from lexus, itll get gapped by every single car in the same price range. S3 camaro, mustang, Cadillac, m240, ect

[@rayzian]

none of those cars would be daily-able with a new born, rear facing child seat & stroller

[@lionary]

Nice review--this reviewer knows his cars!

[@singular9]

So similar yet so different.
Ah yes the price tag is very different.

[@Allanhyde264]

You are spot on Sam. We need to boycott cars which have price increases,
Apple is the first company to target. Boycott the new iPhone. Send a message. Keep you old phone longer.

[@mikemccormick6128]

All prices increase over time. Apple keeps prices the same for many, many years before increasing. A lot of people thought Apple would increase the price last year because of inflation but didn't. It's not possible to keep prices the same if they keep adding more and more costly components. Absolutely, if you don't need or want the latest features then don't upgrade. or if it's already been a few years then get the less expensive one instead of the Pro model. Only the Pro models are rumored for price increases.

[@ryanb8736]

If someone is willing to pay over and they all sell out, a boycott is useless.
A suggested retail price is the S in mSrp. It’s not fixed. It’s suggested by manufacturers. A dealer can do what they want.
Do you know how many called dealers and said they will pay 10k more just to get the car? More than the amount of cars were built.
Don’t be mad at dealer. Be mad at people paying extra. Their money is overpowering you. You are mad, so now you want to punish the dealer for accepting more money. It’s business.
If you owned the business and had only a small limited run of cars and people wanted to pay extra, you would not say no. You would also sell for more. Especially in today’s highest inflation with overhead at highest levels ever. Dealers need that extra money to break even.

[@scalecraft4663]

Why no brembos on the rear? most seem to use off the shelf mass production rear calipers.... shame. Nice street performance car. Track car, not so much. i'm still going to look at one once the dealer mark ups are abandoned.
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[@rich42093]

This is pretty much a type r but more chill and mature. There is nothing wrong with it except the price of course 😂

[@MEQUPWER]

I'm still stumped as to why its not integra type R, instead of s. makes me wonder, 1st one was a type R........oh wait, what caR did you order then? CTR?

[@dj1nnie]

Watch out guys, he is pissed 😂

[@preyes333]

Car looks great but lacks in the luxury department, Also the audio sound is emotional, it’s 2nd to none.

[@sertyuhg]

Im indifferent to this car,if i can find it under $30k used with 25k miles or less i would buy,otherwise i would go for Golf R or used M2

[@EberybodykmowsDave]

Should have been AWD. 💯

[@SamCarLegion]

Disagree for this car

[@spoudaois4535]

I'm interested but do love the Golf R. It has a race cart type of ride. I need to test drive and compare. The type S does look better.

[@GUEST-ox1sf]

integra type s vs tlx type s vs civic type r race would be nice 🔥

[@williamlevy1981]

🤣 I want that race also. I doubt American Honda would be comfortable knowing that race is on social media and widely seen.

[@Daniel-td5ck]

Sounds like the dentist at the start of Django

[@SamCarLegion]

That’s an honour! Love the movie love Waltz

[@YuGiOhDuelChannel]

What car did he order for his daily? do we know?

[@jamescox1806]

Only thing that are Honda and Acura shares, is the quality / longevity because they drive nothing alike and you will most definitely get more than 200,000 miles out of a Honda or an Acura without any major service needed unlike Mercedes-Benz, BMW and Audi!

[@jamescox1806]

@@layne4376 90 plus % of all Acura/Hondas will get over 200k out of them without any major engine or transmission problems! Show me a BMW, Mercedes or Audi that average that? The type-r is a niche car not a standard Honda Or Acura! Nice try! Lol

[@jamescox1806]

And I'm speaking from experience because I've owned three Acuras, two Hondas, two BMW's and a Mercedes!

[@jamescox1806]

@@layne4376 every car manufacturer have certain problems that plague a percentage of their vehicles, but on the whole, no vehicle on the market today short of Toyota have lasted as long as Hondas have and continue to last as long! So what auto manufacturer on the whole do you think last as long as Toyota or Honda? This is going to be fun!

[@jm-alan]

Been lurking for a while, but this review convinced me to subscribe!
P.S. I got my TLX Type S in this same black-over-red spec :)

[@SamCarLegion]

Welcome aboard!

[@ryanb8736]

TLX is an amazing car if you are not into tuning, trying to get more power. If you just want to keep stock, that car drives amazing.

[@ogi-9346]

For the price obviously you can get performance suv AWD and a lot more luxury.

[@jeffpatryn7360]

The adaptive dampers in the CTR are actually ZF branded where the ITS are Honda branded. Not sure what the difference really makes

[@Platos-Den]

This car or the Alfa Romeo Julia 4 cylinder??
Press 1 for Alfa and 2 for Acura.

[@robertf9521]

Yes I agree it is a beautiful car as well as luxurious but would you pleeaase line it up in a race with an Elantra DCT ! You always say we asked for it!✌️

[@JayKBra]

What did you order Sam? I've been driving myself nuts trying to decide what to go with and saw the Type-S in silver and for my age (45) it really stirred me up... just miffed about no sunroof, rear A/C and memory seats.

[@SamCarLegion]

A more settled car non performance

[@JayKBra]

@@SamCarLegion Understood Sir. I’m keeping my low mileage TSX 6MT for daily duty and my wife has an Odyssey Elite for hauling around our teen athletes and gear. Looking for a dual natured semi-toy...

[@dj1nnie]

He has a kid now, more expenses. He needs to think about that and no more m3s m4s, ctv 4vs, etc with their higher maintenance and monthly leasing/financing costs :(

[@terrancemoore496]

He is really not pissed.😂

[@masterjapes]

I have to know, Sam, what car did you choose for a daily?

[@brianco12]

Sam???

[@champanedout]

i just saw one today in SoCal for $75k after a $10k dealer markup and $13k worth of forced dealer options.. like the $495 aluminum shift knob and $150 wheel locks and $50 valve stem caps etc etc.... such a disappointment that Acura continues to let these dealers ruin the market

[@eleisonv3510]

Hmm dealers in other states sold the Integra type S for MSRP. California is a bit of a unique situation with ridiculous markups

[@user-sx7hf3kr4z]

Them wheels locks probably a good investment depending where u live, my civic didn’t and I hadda buy new rims and tires 😂

[@ss5153]

At $75k I rather buy a used Porsche 😅

[@ryanb8736]

@@ss5153bingo

[@kaypolplasco]

you wanna know how to solve the pricing problem? We dont buy it all

[@ryanb8736]

They still sell it for more money though.

[@stevehorvat69]

The Type S is a 4-seater only. No option for a 3rd person in the back like the regular Integra.

[@Exotic_Flash]

Smoked a new type s no problem. Also, a 22 Sti. My car: Audi S4 B8

[@dannybishop68]

Not everything needs AWD. They engineerd it well. Only issue i have is that they didnt make a 10 speed version.

[@vicgill1980]

Sensational B roll footage

[@raymondtang1262]

Rofl, I thought ur pissed becoz of the markup 😂

[@SamCarLegion]

That too

[@johnlee270]

Question Are your guys buying this Integra paying cash or finance, how much put down?

[@sonnylage3202]

It has the FK8 front bumper and plastic wide body parts the type R is a true wide body and new look but it does still look nice overall

[@xorbitman]

Hi Sam, Excellent review. Just a quick question. Are the rear fenders rolled to allow larger wheels?

[@XeroFailGames]

Yup..im pissed. And im crying lol

[@bj10jgo]

$70k for a 4 banger, F that....

[@williambellisIII]

Such a simpleton way of looking at this.

[@heavy12inchsub79]

Just earlier today i was wondering when will Sam bring this car to the channel and now he did

[@McRex203]

VB wrx, with 3-5k invested in mods takes the cake for the cost to performance ratio lol nothing can touch it for the money.

[@wingedhussar5528]

Lots of Honda delusion on here. The g42 m240xi spanks this in every way and given the insane markup its a bit cheaper as well.

[@wbwayne8887]

Better to be pissed, than pissed on.
Now to watch the video and see the reason why. 😂

[@roger3958]

Pissed off* 😆

[@wbwayne8887]

@roger3958
"roger, Roger." 🤦‍♂️

[@LEVI-rs8vc]

Lot of people hating how these car is priced, i think honda knows the quality, and reliability of their cars, had and fk8 then sold it when price when up. Then waited for fl5 but i cant even buy it even i wanted too. Then bought a hyundai n and hated it broke same day i picked it up lol honda is different from other car manufacturers u can beat the sht out of it comfortably knowing it wont break compare to other car brands. haters wont even have a chance to get one since anything that pops up for sale get snatched asap. You gotta pay to play if u wants nice things in life.

[@megaming7238]

Amazing car, but this and the TLX are both about $7-10K MORE than they should cost imo. Right now I’m in a 2020 FBO ACCORD 2.0T TOURING, and I put a few grand into it and got it tuned with an FK8/10th Gen CTR Turbo, I’m making ~400HP at the crank and I scored the car new at the tail end of 2020 for $33K… I’m now looking to dump it for a Tesla model 3 Performance for $47.5K… and that’s not even factoring in the $7500 tax credit… or the additional $4000 offered in my state… So why would I want an Acura for more money that uses premium gas and costs so much more to maintain?! And that’s not even factoring in the resale values 🥴. Just doesn’t make sense unless you’re anti-EV.

[@tyhyhh]

haha what state are you in?

[@MTater_]

I’m not necessarily anti-EV but to me there’s more to driving than just going fast. It’s the looks, the sound, the dynamics and engagement.
Which this car seems perfect to me and is why I ordered one. If all you care about is a quiet nice ride and going fast while also not having to spend much money then an EV makes sense.
I also don’t have the infrastructure near me to even consider EV yet, yes you can charge at home but I also have a fairly long commute to work and no place with a fast charger within 100km of me so if I ever ran out of battery I’d be stuck.

[@megaming7238]

@@tyhyhh Illinois

[@Marbind]

Neither the tesla or your tuned accord are as agile as the ITS currently is.
Drive one and take some turns quick and you will realize why people praise this platform so much.

[@andynickles7505]

You should test drive an Alfa Romeo Giulia. They have pretty good deals on 2022s and 2023s.

[@chrish8487]

I won't pay over MSRP and never have. We got our '21 Stinger GT new for 35k and there's no way that the Integra Type S is worth 30-35k more with markups.

[@jaziborilistyle5811]

😢honda and acura need to keep making these cars they make people happy 😊

[@jamfamreptiles1286]

Integra 100% is the better looking car and I would rather live with this, oh yea did you hear the exhaust difference 😉

[@SamCarLegion]

I totally agree!

[@alphabeta8403]

3:00 Similar yet different
9:00 No usable center set
13:30 Sound is different
15:00 More mature
15:40 $50k USD should’ve been max for this ITS. Overhyped. No sunroof (Acura?), no rear USBs, no 5 seater.

[@user-ix3fd5vx5t]

Very genesis cupe in the back

[@Mike-lt6sj]

Ultimate Acura would be the 3.0 in my TLX Type-S paired with the 10 at or option 6mt in this car with an in-between body from both of these cars, and sh-awd in a 400whp, 3500 lb car. You'd have the sweet sound of the 6 mated with a buttery manual, all wheel drive, and light enough to go really fast. Why do I understand this, but Honda does not.

[@drivescene6747]

No, the 3.0t would not work in this car. Instead, your TLX should’ve been 3800lbs then it would’ve been perfect. What the Integra is missing is AWD and an auto option, it doesn’t need a V6, all the competitors have 2.0t four bangers so it fits right in line with those.

[@ii_dynasty]

​@drivescene6747 the tlx type s gets added chassis stiffness, the a spec shawd is 3900ibs while the fwd is 3700ibs. The second gen body is already stiffened from the first so they just kept doing with every change, I guess.

[@Mike-lt6sj]

@@drivescene6747 That may be, but you're ruining my imaginary car.

[@drivescene6747]

@@Mike-lt6sj lol sorry man

[@Vermonstered]

@@Mike-lt6sj Not that your imaginary car would be as good. The V6 engine height is too tall, the interior of the car is already too small compared to the m340i and it still loses against that class anyway.

[@born4races]

Je reçois la mienne ce soir!! 😊 apex blue,après 4mois d'attente

[@GoFast865]

Any fake vents or is everything functional?

[@SamCarLegion]

All real

[@markpomerhn76]

Nice car, but over fifty grand for an Integra is ludicrous!

[@SamCarLegion]

50k cdn

[@ii_dynasty]

​​@@markpomerhn76if they hold it at this price point, and continue to update it with better interior mods and shawd I would say it's a bargain.

[@williambellisIII]

THAT’S your question? Lord.

[@Indifference2000]

I like this car but it's definitely priced too high. Same with the type R. MSRP Maybe 5-7k too high for both cars. And the mark ups are ridiculous.
And why not put a sporty digital gauge cluster like the Type R??? I hate how these automakers put digital gauge clusters in only to make them look exactly like analog gauges. What's the point????

[@phaktratry7510]

The people of Ontario should fight to get the front license plates and stickers removed. Just need one. This looses the beautiful curvature of the car. ❤ Just so sexy

[@faiqelahi]

I have a ITS, I asked the dealer not to drill the front bumper, no issues yet. I am sure I will get pulled over sooner or later however. None of my last 3 cars have had front plates. I got one warning in the last 24,000km combined in them.

[@c.d.willis4278]

A BMW m4 competition x drive can be had for 67k. A true sports car.

[@ryanb8736]

Honda and Acura owners can’t handle a rear drive powerhouse. Too much car for them.

[@StopTargetingOurKids]

Awesome car, but 52k 🇺🇸 and no awd? About 20k overpriced as is every auto manufacturer these days

[@StopTargetingOurKids]

@TheMasada05 that is extremely overpriced. Until these manufacturers stop with tge greed, I'll continue to enjoy my current stable and keep my eye out for used additions

[@twmijjit]

If Acura really wanted to piss you off. They would wait about 2 or 3 years, and push more Type S's out there ... and then push out a 325 hp minus 200 lbs version with a "Type R" Badge. 😅

[@RaceCarFriends]

How do you feel about the seats in the Type S vs the Type R ?

[@Marbind]

I have an ITS. Seated in many CTRs.
If you ask me, I prefer the CTR seats support. They hug you.

[@TheBreakfastLover]

Type R seats are more snug and track suited. The Type S seats are more soft and better for road trips.

[@NarenDrives]

What car did you order?

[@TheKingxj]

61-64k + mark ups nope, get a Genesis G70 fully loaded for less.
AWD, full nappa leather, 3.3L 340hp, with better luxury appointments.

[@williambellisIII]

G70s are nice but far more insulated and less engaging.

[@xmunitrader]

and in 5 years that G70 value will be cut in half at a min and the Integra Type S will probably never fall below 40k that is the one nod to the type R that thing as manufactures
trasistion to EV that TYPE R may never go down in value Integra TS as well but less so

[@bigden2755]

Wrong ! G70 has 368HP

[@bigden2755]

@@williambellisIII LOL .... smh

[@williambellisIII]

@@bigden2755 LOL at what. Are you new to the enthusiast world?

[@wbwayne8887]

Tbh, I prefer the widebody integration of the Civic Type R more than the tacked on fender look of the Type S. I also have no idea what Acura was going for with the lower door body etching shape on the Integra. Other than that though, I do think the Type S looks better inside and out over the CTR. Especially the rear spoiler, over the still over the top CTR rear wing. I do wish both cars looked more contemporary though. Imo, the windshield rake is way too vertical.

[@senorgato70]

I agree with the "tacked on fender look". It looks like a modified car from the 80's and I'm a bit disappointed with that.

[@quakerome4594]

I wish they made them 10 speed auto.