Acura Integra Type S | THE Performance Car of the Year
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- Fresh off the heels of Road & Track’s performance car the year award, Drive Culture takes the Integra Type S out for a drive!
Driven by the actual product planner for the Integra Type S, listen to why Jonathon Rivers loves the ITS and why he went ahead and bought his own!
Chapters:
0:00 Intro
0:33 Exterior
3:53 Interior
9:42 Cargo
11:11 Powertrain
12:06 Drive Review
20:55 Outro
Are you buying the DE5 Type S or the FL5 Type R?
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Congrats on the well-deserved award! I am eager to see the continued evolution of the ITS - both with the car itself as well as the enthusiast community that surrounds it. Hey, keep me in line if you ever sell please :). Have a great weekend!!
Thanks a lot man! I’m VIN 190 so I was in the very first batch of mass pro! Super clean, super low miles, I’ll keep you in mind if I do! 🤣
VIN 498 here and just crossed 3,000 miles! I love it so much. Individual settings are Sport+ engine, gauge, and steering, comfort suspension; you and your team did an amazing job. Thank you. @@Drive_Culture
I use the same individual settings as well. Owning this car has been such a pleasure man, thank you!
Thanks for watching! That’s awesome to hear about your ITS! What color did you get? Seems like we’re all rolling similar settings! 👍🏾
Love the subtle touches you've made to your ITS. I'm glad you went with gloss black for the roof. It looks great. Most people go with a matte finish and it doesn't look as natural on the car. I never thought about wrapping the door handles, but that looks great too! Keep it up J.
Thanks a lot for the comment and feedback! I really just want to keep it looking OEM-clean! With that said, still need to get my windows tinted and waiting on my custom license plate 😉
When I get my Type S, I plan on getting the roof wrapped also. I've been told that you can only keep wrap on paint for a certain amount of time. I was told 3 years. Like you, mine will, spend alot of time in the garage. But I do plan on road trips. Have you heard the same thing? If so, how long before you replace it? The wrap on the roof looks better than I imagined.
Jon is an inspiration! Great job on bringing this product to market
Thanks for the awesome comment! It was a massive team effort! Just glad to be able to own one myself now! 🙌🏾
Jonathon, many congratulations to you and your team! Thank you to all of you who made this awesome car a reality.
I have the same interior/exterior/wheel color combination as you, and I also use the same individual settings. Every mile of the 6,000 miles I've already driven my ITS has been nothing but a joy. It's my daily driver and only vehicle. As a Honda fanboy, I always felt special in my previous car, a 9th gen Civic Si sedan, but this car (my first brand new car and first Acura purchase) takes everything to the next level. From the performance, practicality, sound system, styling, and beyond, it's simply a fantastic package.
To be honest, I personally wish the car had a few things from the factory, or at least as an option, in this order of preference:
1. Sunroof
2. Middle rear seat (I actually purchased A-Spec rear seat parts to make this happen)
3. Power adjustable front passenger seat (to match driver seat)
For being the top-of-the-line Type S trim, I wish that certain A-Spec features were not removed. This way, it can also distinguish itself even more from the CTR.
Performance-wise, the only thing I wish for is an easier way to toggle rev-matching on/off, perhaps enabling the driver to program it into one of the drive modes. Other than that, the handling, braking, power, exhaust sound, and everything else performance-wise is fantastic!
At the end of the day, I purchased this car for its performance, and I love it! I agree 100% with all of the abundant positive comments from fellow ITS owners. I derive immense joy from driving this car every time I get in it, and I anticipate keeping it for as long as possible. Thank you for saving the manuals, for giving us a great daily-driveable performance vehicle, and for making an outstanding product despite the changing scene of the car industry.
We're all looking forward to seeing more great videos on your channel!
What an awesome comment and great feedback to! Thanks so much for watching. And of course congrats on the. ITS! Totally agree with your feedback, of course, no car is perfect. However, I think Acura did all that they could, especially given the market and segment. As you know, well, it really is more than a Numbers car! Will be enjoying a lot of different products and brands on this channel, so I hope you stay engaged and come back for more!
Love this channel! Can't wait for my Type S allocation to come in - I've been on the list with my local Acura for about 4 months now and am probably on track for a 2025 model.
Thanks SO much for the feedback & watching! Please reach back out once you get your ITS 👍🏾
My dealer, Ed Martin Acura in Indianapolis, said it’s about 2 months out. Why is yours so different?
Well deserving of the award! The ITS is awesome! Your individual settings are the same as mine 👍
Thanks for the comment! You’re the 2nd one to say we have the same Individual settings… I guess people like that combo! 👍🏾
Great review, subscribed
Thanks a lot for the comment & subscribing! Come back every Friday for new videos (with new cars) too!
Man Jon you are on the next level bro go ahead brotha! Ya Boyeee 💪🏿!
Thank you SO much brother! Hope you keep watching, more to come! 👍🏾
Been following your content wherever I can find it so I was surprised to stumble upon this channel. Keep up the good work!
I've been in the market for a car for the past year or so. I had a 2002 RSX Type-S and I notice a lot of cues in the ITS from that car, down to the tonneau cover. I think the things I'd want the most are a 3rd A/C zone in the rear with USB-C chargers. I could probably do without the moonroof, though I would like it.
I'm cross-shopping between this, the WRX, Golf R, S5 Sportback, and the 430i. I have a need for a backseat with the ability to handle car seats (which the ITS does) but also the ability to keep the kids happy. It's crazy because I have a Mazda 6 right now and it isn't as featureful as the ITS but some of this stuff is table stakes for new cars these days.
Can't wait to see more content, Jonathon.
Wow! Thanks for the comment and awesome feedback! All of the cars you’re cross shopping are really good. Like you said, it’ll just come down to your needs, and wants.
The one thing that obviously stands out amongst those competitors, though, is the ITS styling and the six speed manual for those that don’t offer it. Of course there’s the extra utility with the hatch and the ability to fit your kids in the back as well.
Definitely keep me posted on what you decide to buy. I’m also happy to try to review some of those other cars on the channel too!
Glad to see you making videos, thanks for the awesome content! Can you share where you got the dead pedal from? Would love to get one for my ITS as well! Thanks!
Thanks so much for watching and this comment, really appreciate the support! Honestly, a friend of mine made a few an he gave me one...I didn't even buy it, otherwise I'd be happy to share a link for it. If you're on any of the Facebook owner's forums, I believe there's someone there selling a similar dead pedal though.
love all your other videos with leno, savagegeese, and others!
Thanks so much for the comment & support!
Can't wait to get mines in a couple of months!
Thanks for the comment! You’re gonna love it! What color combo are you getting?
I'm torn between the white on red (just like yours), or the Apex Blue with the Orchid. Probably going white...something different as I'm coming from a Black 2005 TL A-Spec@@Drive_Culture
Love to hear you did the aftermarket ppf job and wrap. This car is definitely worth protecting and lasting for a long time. Waiting in line to get the next allocation hopefully in the spring/summer.
As far as after-market protection, did you do anything for the interior as well? Do you think it’s worth doing, personally?
Thanks for the feedback! Yeah the wrap has been so awesome because it not only makes the car look better, protect it from stuff, but it also has a layer of ceramic coating on top, so cleaning the car is a breeze! I didn’t actually do any form of protection for the interior though.
Yes please, next update needs sportier bolstered seats and rear vents/charger!
Thanks for the comment & feedback! Those would be great updates!
I love my ITS! Was one of the first 200 at launch.
Thanks for the comment! That’s awesome! I’m #190! What color combo did you get?
Love the adds! The Copper wheels are great. I'm still waiting on my Copper wheels since they're on back order. Where is a good place to get the paint and lower black gloss wraps?
Thanks for the feedback & Congrats on the ITS! What color car do you have? Didn’t realize the copper wheels are on back order. Anyway, I’m based in Southern California, if you’re in the area… I’d recommend 405 Motoring & Concours Auto Spa!
As good as this car is, the ELS is what sold me on the Type S. This stereo is better than the Bose that was in my 981 Boxster S and that stereo was dope.
Thanks for the comment! I’m with you 100%! There’s something about being able to blast up your favorite road while listening to your tunes on an awesome sound system! 👍🏾
On point 👌🏽
Thank you for the comment! Love your profile pic! 👍🏾
Copper accessory wheels is the only way to go with the white exterior on these cars!! Great choice!
Thanks for the feedback! I completely agree man! 👍🏾
I got LCM/Red because that was the first one that showed up at my dealer and it was the same color combo as my Aspec Tech. If I could do it over again I would go with PRP/Ebony or maybe APB/Ebony. Regardless I am loving this car and hoping we get a PMC edition in the future as that would likely be the only way you’ll ever get me out of my DE5! My Individual mode is set exactly like yours lol
Thanks for the detailed comment! Wow, so you upgraded from an A-Spec to a Type S!? Nice! LCM on Red is awesome man, I’m sure you get compliments! Funny about the Individual setting… it does work well though! 😉
An option of a heated bucket seat would be killer as well - also an option for HondaData telemetry
Completely agree! 👍🏾
OK negatives first, murder all the chrome, I think that is the natural progression from what the factory gave us. OK now the neutral, maybe the front shirt could match the roof?
Now the positives, the roof is very nice, the door handles are super cool, the satin and gloss wrap was a great idea and its looks distinctive. Overall I would say an A.
I've got a Red Pearl ITS, maybe its the only one sold in TN. All chrome murdered - the smokey Type S badge is sick. I don't have to worry about being unique, or getting attention. I got it in Mid August and the next morning someone flags me down to tell me how cool my car I took it to the Tail of the Dragon three days after i bought it and people were taking pictures of it at the Deal's Gap Market. Thanks for bringing this car to market, its been fun owning it.
Thanks a lot for the comment & feedback! Yeah I considered doing the black badges, I think I’d like them every except the front grille. Congrats on your ITS, PRP is an awesome color and I’m sure it’s just one reason why you get a lot of compliments. Awesome to hear you’re tearing up roads like the Tail of the Dragon too! I’ve never driven it, will have to check that box someday!
@@Drive_CultureI would look forward to seeing you if you came to TN.
Thanks so much, I’ll have to reach out if I make it out there!
I wish it had vented front seats, for me in the summer days and leather interior car makes my back sweat no matter how long the drive.
Thanks for the comment! Yeah I agree that would be a nice addition! Luckily the back of the seats is a microsuede, so it’s not as bad as straight leather in the summer!
@@Drive_Culture oh ok
The dead pedal looks great!
It really does! Thanks for the comment!
This is great car ever made in this model
Indeed! Thanks for the comment!
There should be factory option bucket seats.
Thanks for the comment! That would be a sweet option, the question is how much are you willing to pay for them?
Thank you from the bottom of my heart for putting together the ITS. instantly
I still got to drive it a few hundred miles before storage and what people don't understand is that somehow this car is greater than the sum of it's parts. The spec sheet reads 6 speed manual but until you shift it with your own hands, there's no poet in the world who could accurately convey the magic of rowing through the gears in this car.
If this Acura is as reliable and good to me as my past two Hondas (6th Gen Civic LX and 9th Gen Civic Si), which have easily and cheaply ran past 10 year each, I look forward to the joys of owning the ITS for many years to come.
This is awesome! Thanks for the comment and congrats on the ITS! What color did you get? Hopefully you’ll get to pull it out of storage & take it for a drive soon!
@@Drive_Culture Lunar Silver Metallic. I mean every color is nice but the name "Lunar Silver" has meaning to me and it's also an homage to the original Vogue Silver Civic that started my appreciation for the brand.
It's in storage because up here I feel there's sometimes more salt than snow on the roads and come early spring, potholes are more like swimming pools. Getting it so late in the year, I wanted to enjoy at least one summer with the car being showroom clean. Sadly it has another 2-ish month of hibernation but after that, the miles will be accumulated and I'm sure every single one will be with a giant smile on my face.
Last thing and this is just my opinion, I see too many people complain online where's the SH-AWD. I for one do not think it is needed and appreciate the weight savings and mechanical simplicity the FWD affords. I would hope these people would instead look to the TLX platform if they want the convenience of AWD and not pester Acura to change the car that is the winner of the Performance Car of the Year under $100k.
What was the difference between the older Hondas you had and this one? TURBO. That will be Hondas downfall for this car on reliability.
@@Steve-O_FPV The turbo definitely complicates things but I truly believe it's because people don't properly take care of their cars. For example I knew someone who didn't even know their car had a turbo (a German brand), so how could they drive it accordingly. Frequent oil changes and letting the turbo cool down by cruising gently the last 2-5 minutes of the drive, among other little things, goes a long way to keep it in tip top shape. Plus tuners have probably created every combination of turbo'd K20/K24 reliably with massive power, so I don't see why Honda couldn't do it from the factory.
Time will tell and I am not so brand loyal as to get burned by them and still run back for my next car. They have earned my business so far and will need to keep earning future business.
As for the differences, the naturally aspirated K24 with a Cat back Q400 exhaust definitely sounds better overall but the ITS burbles are fun in their own way. Compared to 99% of other cars, the throttle response on the ITS is instantaneous,however compared to the Si, there's a split second lag you can feel. Past that initial split second the ITS feels like a rocket ship compared to the Si. If I had to keep only one car it would be the ITS but I was lucky enough to get to keep both and they each provide their own benefits.
You need to see if you can get this car into Forza Motorsport! I have always wanted to see a car I owned in that game.
Thanks for the comment! For sure, that and GT7! 👍🏾
Tell them to make some more in the Silver color I want to save $600 bucks so I'm waiting patiently for one to arrive. Can you dial up the mic volume it's a bit hard to hear. Thanks!
Hey thanks for the feedback! Will work on the mic! 👍🏾 Well there’s a silver ITS sitting at the dealer here in SoCal! 🤣
Is Honda going to address the infotainment lag experienced in the CTR? The car is almost perfect (still needs parking cameras) and I can’t believe this defect made it into production. Thanks.
Thanks for the feedback. Despite my role, this channel isn’t affiliated with Honda or Acura. With that said, as a DE5 owner, I haven’t run into many issues. Have you tried to update the head unit software?
@@Drive_Culture Well, it’s a 24’ but I suppose it could have an older version. I will check out and let you know. Thanks! 🙏
Did you get the aluminum type s footrest as an accessory? Mine does not have it and I don’t see it as an accessory in the Acura store.
Thanks for the comment! A friend actually made it and gave me one to put in my car. I think if you search the owner’s forums there are links to similar aftermarket versions.
will like to have some radiator (intercooloer) guards in the front....
Thanks for the comment! Have you noticed any damage to your intercooler?
@@Drive_Cultureyes rocks…damaging the vents….like my old c8
Interesting! Thanks for the feedback!
@driveculture, chargers. For $53+k, definitely should have rear vents n charger. Hope 2025 will have them as standard.
Thanks for the comment & feedback! Those definitely seem like features people want added.
I’m just glad it’s not an ev 😊
Thanks for watching! You and me both!
Type S is a great car period...Type R also...so why do all reviewers seem to apoligize to the type R ...I just dont get this
Thanks for the comment! Yeah both cars are awesome! Like I said in the video, it will just come down to what type of look & driving experience you want.
Where did you get the license plate frame?
Thanks for the comment! I actually bought it on Amazon! Pretty good quality though.
@@Drive_Culture thank you for the reply! I will check Amazon.
Put the 10speed auto please and it will sell more such a beauty.
Thanks for the comment! There’s definitely been a lot of people asking for some sort of auto. Not sure if Acura will go that direction though.
Tlx type s
@@davelospinoso9022 already own the aspec shawd want something more compact but don’t like the cvt.
Great review, but the audio is very low once you got inside the car, can barely make out what you are saying.
Thanks for the comment! Are you referring to the Interior or Driving Review section? It sounds fine on my devices, but yes, we’re always trying to improve our A/V on the channel so thanks for the feedback!
@@Drive_Culture Yes during the driving portion I could barely hear the audio even with my laptop volume cranked all the way up. Audio during exterior review sound just fine.
I have the same set up best for daily
Nice! Thanks for the comment! What color ITS did you get?
@@Drive_Culture the full loaded white car, Alcanterra steering wheel, bronze rims, carbon, fiber, mirrors, and spoiler, lighting when you open the doors. And then some 17-year-old girl backed into my car with three weeks of driving it lol that was in September and I’m still waiting six months later for a door, when the car is being manufactured. Very unprofessional.
Great color combo with all the right options! Sorry to hear about your accident! Hopefully things can get fixed and you back on the road as soon as possible.
I would like to get your honest opinion. Based on your analysis and fair market value, how much does a used Integra Type S with 80 miles cost ? Would $52,595 with installed front PPF and ceramic a good deal?
Absolutely! First, thanks for the comment! Second, I would say that’s a pretty good deal. The cost to PPF the front of the car is around $1,500 and another $500 for ceramic coating on the car. 80 miles isn’t a lot either, so you’re basically getting it at MSRP with the PPF, etc. If it’s the color you’re looking for… I’d say pull the trigger!
@@Drive_Culture Thanks for responding. I am still debating to get the CTR or ITS. The only reason why i would go with the CTR is save about $7k.. The only thing i dont like is the humongous wing. lol
@@bj10jgoSame here..not personally a fan of the huge wing. I’d go ITS if I was you.
@@IsaiahEBelk I like the ITS but the only factor is the price difference. I can get a New CTR for about $45k and is about $55k.
Bro, get the TE37 SL Wheels!!!
Those wheels are sick! 👍🏾
Hello again, have a bit of news for you. I have just been informed that my ITS clutch is toast and will require a full rebuild, at 6500 miles. The cost to me will be $3600. I have appealed to Acura. I drove this car as it was advertised and now I must pay without warantee coverage, after 6500 miles. What would you do?
Thanks for the comment and information. Just for transparency, this channel is not an avenue to Acura and I’m not representing the company here. With that said, as an owner / user, I’ve never heard of an ITS or CTR clutch going out with such low mileage. If you take it to the service bay at an Acura dealership, they should be able to pull data and find out what was the RPM, etc when things went bad. Hopefully nothing indicates it was user error, cause then you will probably be held liable. If you haven’t done that already, I would ask to get as much data from the vehicle as possible.
Thank you for your kind response. I contacted you as an owner and enthusiast, not a company representative. The dealer has the car, but sadly only told me the cost of repair without any explanation. I have contacted the Acura warrantee folks and they said they may be able to help. Wish me luck.@@Drive_Culture
Gotcha, thanks for the clarification! I appreciate the update, and hope that at least somehow this gets resolved in your favor! It’s such a good car & it would be sad to see you switch because of something like this. Fingers crossed 🤞🏾
The Honda customr service rep.was indifferent and refused to offer any assistance, without any discussion with me. She sounded like she was in a call center in India. The dealer is going help with 15% off and that is nice.
So, what brand would you switch to? @@Drive_Culture
ITS owner here, is there going to be a spare tire kit offered for the ITS?
Congrats on the ITS! What color did you get? This channel is not affiliated with Honda or Acura. With that said, you’d have to reach out to them or your local dealer to see if this will happen.
There is a kit for the Type R that will work, think it was mentioned on the Integra Forums
Yes, it may not bolt in perfectly, but I’m sure you could modify it to fit.
@@Drive_Culture I got a performance red, it seems to be the rarest color.
This car is the modern version of the Integra DB8. If you know, you know😉
Thanks for the comment! And yes, I know! 🤣👍🏾
Bro, you need a better mic so we can hear you better...I'm already at max
Hey thanks for the feedback! Working on a better mic setup!
😊👍
Thanks for the comment!
I think the 2025 model will be released with better seats, moonroof and facelift.
Thanks for the comment! One can only hope!
Looking great! You should consider 20mm hub centric spacers if you want to keep the stock and copper wheels but give it the flush look. (AHC Garage shows how it looks with spacers and a subtle drop th-cam.com/video/DRqSVifSTGU/w-d-xo.htmlsi=QEbhcxJB_L47f1f4&t=738 )
Thanks for the comment & feedback! Yeah I know the guys over at AHC, good stuff! I have a friend with the mods you mention & it does look good! 👍🏾
Childs car!
We appreciate all feedback good or bad, thanks!
This car black on black is straight class. Good luck finding a rival German with standard transmission under 70k out the door. Picking up my ITS today black on black 50k out the door.
Price too damn high bro
Thanks for the comment! When the average price of a new car is $48k, the CTR & ITS seem to look like a deal! 😂
Copper wheels for sure on this car color.
Agree! Thanks for the feedback!
Nice Dynamically. But still overpriced and a poor value proposition despite the if you fact if you can afford it. If you were alluding to the golf R as the four whee competition it is brilliant, though admittedly may be not as dynamic, but has its own virtues and when the weather takes a turn has the advantage. Don’t always drive in perfect conditions nor does everyone live in sunny California!! In addition the Golf R has substantially more luxury amenities than does the premium brand Integra and hence as a daily more useful at a more reasonable price. Acura can’t just rest on the Integras name and performance cache … need to add the extra luxury amenities AKA TLX if wish to charge as much as you do, if VW can do it!! IMHO
Thanks for the comment and feedback! Love the passion too. Golf R is a good car for sure, but the manual isn’t as good as the ITS and it’s definitely not as fun to drive. Golf R is definitely faster 0-60 though especially with DCT / launch control & will tackle the winters like a champ. So with that, of course, you have to buy what’s best for you! The ITS was the clear choice for me 👍🏾
Hey Man, Had a deposit down as I commented on your last video , and will definitely reconsider once the Type S gets the luxury amenities to make it a premium benchmark performer!! Please make it happen!!
Too bad it’s 15-20% overpriced…
Thanks for the comment! There’s definitely some people that think that, but they’re selling. What would you spend your money on instead?
@@Drive_Culture For that money you are in AMG CLA 35, Audi S4 and BMW 335i territory! All with standard AWD. Sorry Acura, really nice car but no thanks.
Thanks for the feedback! I’ve been lucky enough to drive each of the products you listed and not one of them is as “fun to drive” as an ITS! Yes, they will offer better traction and are faster 0-60, but for me personally, I was looking for the most driver engagement. I’ll have an S3 (it’s true competitor) to review on the channel in the coming weeks if you’re still up for watching. Thanks again!
@@Drive_Culture Looking forward to watching your next videos 👍🏻 …but the Acura is still too expensive when considering the whole package. Does it still deserve car of the year? Yes it does. Would I recommend one at it’s price point? Only to a friend wanting to keep it 5+ years because of it’s lower operating cost beyond the warranty period.
Picking mine up today brand new for 48,xxx . Black on Black . Test drove EVERYTHING, the ITS is it. Straight class
Copper wheels are ugly, no sunroof is a tragedy. Red seats look shite and gaudy. Big ugly black plastic all over the front end. Interior looks like it was stolen from a civic. The chain link fence AC vents are pathetic, same as Civic, chain link fence belongs on an old house. The pedals are cheap looking compared to the older pedals that Honda was putting in the older Civic Sis. There's a big ugly touch screen sticking up in the middle of the dash, looks like an after thought. No armrest in the back is just being cheap. WAY OVER PRICED, only an idiot would pay that much for the name Integra written on a Civic. Turbo destroys engines so much faster. PASS!!!
This guy's to old for this child's car as well.
Appreciate the comment, good or bad! Thanks for watching!
Thanks for the feedback! What car do you drive? Just trying to understand where you’re coming from.