2024 Acura Integra Type S Ownership Update - Regrets After 3000 Miles? 

Enjoyed the review! Keep up the good work!

Tiger, you rock. I have so been enjoying your Videos. I just purchased a Red Type S and I agree with you.

Awesome hearing the comparisons. This seems like a really excellent daily package and surprising that it is working out so well on the track as well, after being spoiled by so many beautiful RWD machines. Really interested to continue following along!

Sweet car, especially since it's something that can perform at the track while also being a daily driver.

For the seat belt situation. My Elantra N is the same. I pull it all the way out and it doesnt lock. Read in the owner's manual it is designed to only lock in car accident scenarios. I am guessing this is a new modern design of seat belts.

Been a while since I have seen your videos. This is such a nice daily car. I want one!!!

Totally agree with you on memory seats. It seems like such an obvious feature, especially if you share a car. Having to readjust each time is the worst.

Built in navigation is still suuuper useful. Especially considering in just how many areas you lose phone service. My FL5 Type-R's built in Navigation has saved my ass on multiple occasions already just within the first year of ownership. It's awesome to have it as a back-up to your regular Apple Carplay/Android Auto. Side note: I live in the mountains of Northeastern PA, and the winters here get really freezing. However you don't miss having heated seats in the Type-R because they're not your regular leather seats, so they're never really that cold, and they warm up as soon as you sit in them. I've had and still have other cars with heated seats, and even then I rarely use them, though they are nice to have.

Very nice review man! I love my Type S! My only complaint is the lack of clearing the Bluetooth cache when you remove devices. Now I'm unable to pair my BT mp3 player since it can't find any audio tracks since the cache memory is trying to find the last song played at a specific spot and the mp3 player doesn't do that.

Thank you for the excellent video. Have you have any issues with dash rattles? Seems like I read about several in forums.

Interesting to hear pros and cons for both daily driving and track use. Have you looked into a CG lock for the seat belt to help hold you in the seat? I use one for track days, helps a little, and definitely better than stock. And cheaper/easier vs a new seat, full harness. Also agree with the Michelin PS4S, as I had side wall/shoulder wear issues running 34/35 PSI hot. I'm now running 36/37 PSI hot with better results.

What i do for the seat belt to lock in my acura is push my self back into the seat the jerk my self forward which triggers the seat belt lock. Kinda helps only thing is need to keep pressure on the seatbelt lol hopefully that makes sense

I have it for about three months now and love almost everything about it. I just wish wish wish(did not stutter) it's quieter! You can feel and hear everything on the road. How it groans when the road curves. Road noise amplifiers on concrete roads. Other than that, it's always fun, thrilling and gets your blood moving whenever you want it. It's like Clark Kent and Superman. That's how drastic between comfort mode and Sport plus is. And...wait for it...carry whole boat loads of grocery.

When driving at 60 mph on concrete slab freeways, your setup looks on screen much calmer than the jiggly Type R, though all your back-to-back (head-to-head ?) comparisons are in the canyons.

With likely a lot of track days coming in 2024, what is your level of comfort regarding the lack of a proper tow hook solution on the ITS, versus the CTR? How hard was it for the tow guys to pull you out of T6 at Laguna?

When I switched my daily, from a more sporty, lower, reclined seat to a less sporty, higher, upright seat, I had some "lower back pain" for a short while, which was simply certain muscles strengthening to adapt to the new seating position/posture. I think the same happened with you.

we are definitely blessed for our weather here in norcal lol

Zygrene, Acura recommends 93 octane Premium for the Type S. As you know, we don't get 93 in California, or, at best, it's extremely rare. Yes, the car can run safely on our 91 octane Premium, but that usually means a reduction in power, fuel mileage, and the occasional knocking and pinging. Living in NoCal, how are you coping with this issue?

@Zygrene 11:50, how would you say the road noise compares with your Kumho V730s compared to run flats? Your type S didn’t come with run flats but just curious about your observation

I wish the gauge cluster display had an option for something a little more sportier than just the 2 standard gauges we've seen for decades.

I think a set of Recaro Sportster CS would look nice and a heated version is available

For seatbelt, there used to be a product called CG-lock, which was the go to "harness" like solution for 3 point belts which locked the lapbelt part, not sure if there is an alternative these days.

Awesome videos, really enjoying your track days with the Type-S. Question.. have you had any overheating issues, high oil Temps? Forums are saying because the turbo is close to radiator, only a couple laps in a row are safe. Some are saying for long term sessions, radiator, intercooler and oil cooler need upgrading. Curious if you've noticed any issues?

Its funny most of things you enjoy is what I love about my Elantra N aswell Also have you tried left foot braking to help with the understeer?

Another excellent video. Did you notice any slight interior rattles / vibrations with Ohlins when going over road imperfections or divides?

I have a 2023 Civic SI and I love almost everything about it, but the lighter 1.5T engine and colder weather makes it have a lot of FWD traction problems in 1st and 2nd gear. The difference between the Integra Type-S and Type-R up here in Canada is only like $6000 CDN or $4000 USD and I prefer the hatchback layout to a regular sedan. What bothers me is the loss of my rear heated seats and no rear seat HVAC vents, which is a weird omission on a more luxury oriented car, and something I could get in a GTI or Golf R, but I'd have the problem with their horrific touch screen configuration. Thanks for this. Nice and thorough review. Weird item about the "total passenger weight" lol and the lack of a memory option for the driver.

Interesting, my Integra A-Spec 6spd does have memory seats. I didn’t realize they cut this out on the Type-S. Maybe weight savings?

What engine oil would you recommend? I have a DE5 too, and I am planning to take it on track this summer for a day or two.

Have you had any problems with the coolant overflow tank rupturing at 800 miles (give or take) ? I guess not, or you would have mentioned it. I've seen forums where this has been a problem.

How do you like dailying with the kumhos? Especially in the rain?

I’ll be curious to see fl5 seats in your car. I have ITS as well and the seats are a comfy for 5,11 170 lbs but sportier seats would be nice.

How v730 hold for this car？I am considering this tire as well for my next season，looking for something like endurance 200tw，currently using ad09，considering switch something else like ECf，but v730 is soooo cheap，so wondering how it hold

Is this in Dublin? I recognize that intersection @2:28

I considered buying one but the winters of the Great Lakes are brutal

so at 2:59 do i see 2 blue focus rs's or am i seeing things??

"no memory seat settings" What the hell Acura, my 23 Integra A-spec has that. Why would you take it out of the type-s??

Reupholster the Type R seats to match your interior. You get a better bolstered OEM seat and something super unique. I think the Type R seat is also the perfect compromise, its holds you well, but isn't a full on bucket seat, so dailying in it won't suck.

I have a 10th gen civic….that Acura looks GREAT!

Did u lower the car with the Ohliens?

Have u driven thr GRC, if so how does it compare?

I feel like I HAVE to get this car, rather than the civic type R... But I've seen other videos with a pretty large amount of crackle when letting off the gas. I don't hear that here... Did you modify the exhaust/use a particular engine setting to minimize/eliminate that? I was under the impression that the "resonator delete" was standard. Also, I feel like I owe it to myself and remain patient to see if the 2025 gains power-passenger seat or perhaps seat memory... Probably not, but idk, I might as well hold out just to FAFO.

Uh…one would use the GPS road map systems when you don’t get a good cell signal or none at all I would think!

Wow ! I'm only 70 but when I grow up , I'll buy one. Thank you !

Perfectly balanced vehicle for daily, plus canyons and the occasional track day. One recommendation re: ohlins, you may want to go same clicks front & back, or maybe even slightly stiffer back then front compare to way you have it now. I put 5 front and 3 clicks back on same exact suspension with a mk6 R. Clearly different setup with awd vs fwd (although fwd bias is heavy in the R) but that particular selection along with a beefier aftermarket rear swaybar makes her a little more playful and easier to rotate at the limit. You should try it, will likely improve your times further at the track as it will eliminate almost all the under steer with a good camber setup up front ;)

Wow we've driven the same amount of miles. I'm just about at 3K miles on my New C30 rebuild!

Love the Color! Did you put ppf on it?

Lack of embedded navigation I think though is a serious miss for this car to me.

It's cool to track it, but isn't it specifically tuned for street handling? Kinda like a Tourer opposed to Sport. I considered a Type S as well as a Mk8 GolfR while cross shopping, as well as an RDX A-Spec Advance, but ended up going with ordering an Audi Allroad Prestige w Black Optics. It's got great performance, still 0-60s in 5s, but is super comfy for dailying & has all the niceties for dailying as well. I currently daily a GT Sport which also has a ton of nice daily features but I'm tired of the super harsh suspension, even tho it handles super well. I agree tho on the memory seats, for a $50k sportback, it should basically come with every feature under the moon. That's why I was happy with the Allroad, order price was $60k & came with everything I could want & currently have in my GT Sport.

did you need camber plates?

What is your daily MPG?

Type S should also come with 2 door coupes 😊

It's a great car to drive and I love the looks. The only reason I didn't get it is because of the lack of Type R inspired gauges, memory seating, poor one color ambient lighting.

no navigation? odd...there is in the ctr...i personally think the sound system is better sounding the fl5 much more balanced and clean sounding

The recaro sporster CS are available with a heated option 🤷‍♂️

18:38 Are you sure there’s fake exhaust sounds? I recall two car reviewers mentioning the Civic Type R has it 6000rpms, but they didn’t mention it on this car. Actually none of the viewers have mentioned it. That’s disappointing if it does.

They could have made a nice 2 door like the old Integra. It looks too grandma's econobox for me but maybe in the future coupes will sell better.

This car with dual clutch automatic or even a snappy torque converter automatic with paddle shifters would make it an incredible daily driver. I'd also want a sunroof for open air fun.

Where in Northern Cali?

I thought all Honda had indirect tpms now?

I will say that my 2017 GTI had all those assist systems and heated seats...

Will be looking into this /fl5 or the mk5 supra, so hard to decide!

Omg you drove past my apartment 😂

Best thing you can do is get a carpet pad to protect the carpet

I've been waiting to find a great manual transmission car and, I think, this car is finally the one I've been waiting for! #IntegraTypeS

Inside passenger seat looks like my 19 nsx.

Okay, I have a question about auto rev match since I've never owned a car that had it. Do you just down shift and then release the clutch without having to give it any gas?

l am sure smoother than my 2023 WRX and more comfy

Would you choose this over the BRZ as your daily? Maybe assume you had a spare SUV in case you need space occasionally.

Types S or the new Type R? The blue Type S looked amazing in person. Love your content.

To me Integra Type S is by far a better choice. It looks more upscale and luxury yet at the same time super aggressive with wide fenders. Civic Type R looks like any other cheap civic I see on the roads every day. If it wasn't for the brembos and out of place wing it would have been difficult to tell it's type R.

Lap times @ thill?

Only gripe is the lack of memory seat, and the passenger seat is manual adjustment. That sucks because the A spec integra has those features, I'm not sure why those weren't included in the type s considering its price point

Only thing I would love Acura to have is ventilated seats and a moonroof and ambient lighting.

Shortcomings: fwd, price.

I live in LA and will it be a bad choice to get this car, since it's a manual in a dense city with bad traffic? Will it tire me to drive it every day, all day?

Ohlins suspension on a daily driver seems a little overkill. Do you track it also?

Pull your seat belt as hard as u can . It should lock then

Definitely a nice car but I can't justify the price when there are other offerings that offer more features and better quality interior. This is even more true if you are going to change suspension and brake pads anyway.

Question, why are the spring rates higher in the rear? Im a 90's Honda fan boy and im sure to having higher spring rates in front

The no memory seats and a manual passenger seat is a travesty.

I'm liking that car, but still can't wrap my head around a $60K civic with some add-ons. You still realize that the car is cheap when you notice that it is missing the normal equipment that should be there at this price point: memory seats, rear HVAC controls, power passenger seats, 4 banger. I just picked up a used cayman for the same coin.....

What benefits do you think the 5w-30 gives over 0w-20?

From the sides It looks like a mini lambo Urus

I’m getting the 2024 Elantra N. It’s like 16k cheaper for perhaps 1% less performance? Seats are hard on your ass and interest rates are high lol. Elantra N being so much cheaper enables me to buy it cash!

11:02 Just what I like! Shake it; don't break it; it your..................

3000 miles it's barely broken in 😆

Just wish they didnt use so many parts from the Civic on the interior.

No AWD option, no DCT option (I say this as a life long manual driver), no sunroof, no rear HVAC vents (wtf), manual passenger seal (lol), no memory seats for the driver, no fog lights, no rear USB ports, no ventilated seats, no folding mirrors, etc. This is absolutely NOT a luxury performance car. The amount of other cars at that price point is endless. There's a reason why so many Integra Type S are piling up on dealership lots. My local dealer (not even a big volume store) has SIX that have been sitting since September.

For a second I thought I was watching a Tedward video

I don’t understand the body type lol

Upgraded brake fluid? Next time your going to say upgraded coolant fluid

we're making 30 minute update videos after like 2 weeks worth of miles now? lol

I won't purchase a car without built in navigation, cooled seats, heated seats/heated steering wheel, auto start and an infotainment system that is integrated into the dashboard instead of looking like something was forgotten and stuck on the dash. I like the look of the exterior but that waffle vent is hideous. Glad your happy with that car.

The only regret is not getting a TypeR instead.

What is this concept of a daily driver? Why not drive the best car possible for a daily driver?

Do you do any online gaming? Carrying a team can lead to mysterious backpain. Ask me how I know...

You lost me calling the car a platform. It's a car 😂. Why no tpms sensors?

damn sucks no memory seats.... like Bruh.... luxury brand... but no memory seats? come on now.....

Shroth ASM street-legal harness instead of new seat

Stick to the 5w oil please