5 Changes Acura NEEDS to make to the 2024 Integra Type S // Owner's Perspective (Binaural Audio) 

He’s 100% right. Fix these minor complaints Acura and this car will be legendary.

You are spot on with the main concerns. I will throw one in: summer tires. When you think about it they really want this car to out perform the Type R. Adding 3 gallons of gas would have added 18 lbs plus the material added to the tank. They shaved a couple pounds leaving out center rear seatbelts. They cut to the bone exactly as far as I would handle, anymore and i would loose interest in this car. I suspect there will be dealer upgrade options to re-add the poweer memory seat option, but not sure how we can make the gas tank bigger, that would require changes to the car physically. For us folks in the north this car becomes garage art in the winter months unless we buy a 2nd set of wheels/tires for winter. I would rather have the 2 memory seat option than a fancy steering wheel, for those at Acura taking notes. I totally get the lighter seat for the passenger and other weight saving changes, I even accept the no moon roof to save weight but the gas tank size and the lack of memory seats are a tough sell.

For me, it's missing the following. This is specific to Integra Type S: power front passenger seat, Iconic Drive color changing interior ambient lighting, true premium leather seats, rear climate control, and optional SH-AWD and moon roof. For $52K, all of these (other than the last two options), should be 100% standard. It's also important to know that all of these are standard on all other Acuras. ... oh also five seater. Unlike the Type R, it is not appropriate for this to be only a 4 seater.

Great video, sound and narration quality. I bought a 2023 liquid carbon A-spec 6MT with red interior last December. It has been a phenomenal machine. The stick shift action is unmatched at the car's price point. As news of the S-type started to come out months later, I started getting my hopes up that one might be showing up in my driveway in that gorgeous Tiger-eye pearl, that's until some of its aggravating omissions became apparent. No memory seats? Cmon! There's a spot right there on the door card for them that mine has! That and the full manual front passenger seat with less bolstering compared to the drivers seat is ridiculous. Also, replace the shiny black trim around the shifter. It would cost Acura very little to fix that. And I don't want to hear about weight savings and center of gravity excuses. There are other things that bother me that you pointed out, but I could look past them. But it makes little sense that I would have to sacrifice some of the equipment (sunroof, rear seat arm rest, rear seat USB charge ports) on my A-spec to move into the type S. Maybe Acura will make this car historic at some point like you said. Are you listening Acura?

No memory seats,back seat 2 seats and 2 ridiculous cup holders, no folding mirrors, trunk is so deep I can't reach if my groceries roll to the back seat area,no USBs in the rear, no sunroof. Car is over priced.

I think all of your gripes are fair. The gauges really could use some creativity, and I would’ve loved some shift lights too (if I’m being greedy). I’m still waiting for my ITS, but I am not worried about the memory seat because my wife doesn’t drive stick. She also rides with me no more than 5 times/year, so she won’t care about power seats on the passenger side. I could be wrong here, but I am guessing the fuel tank issue is a necessary evil because all Civics (and Integras) get that tank as part of the car’s platform. Since the majority of these cars made and sold come w/ the 1.5L turbo 4-cyl, the 40 mpg (hwy) you get with that engine stretches that 12-gal tank to over 400 mi. of range. As a 2020 Si owner, I can attest to this. IDK if there’s room for a larger tank to accommodate the K20C1. That’s how it was with the FK8 (IIRC), and thus, the FL5 and DE5 inherit this shortcoming. If I missed anything with this theory, hopefully someone can clarify. Thanks for the video, Money Shift!! p.s. Props to your wife for also driving the ITS!

Slightly off topic, they should have announced the RDX Type S instead of the ZDX this year. And then put the CTR/ITS engine in the RDX (I heard the V6 doesn’t fit). The ZDX failed once and it will fail again when it returns. Why bring an experiment to the market when you can upgrade your current fleet?

I test drove one a few weeks ago as I wanted to get a feel for it vs my TLX. I didn't notice but I am surprised about the seats. For that price both seats should be the same and have memory.

I heard somewhere that adding memory seats would've added an extra 75-100lbs to the car. Same thing with the sunroof, which also changes the center of gravity. Although I really don't care about the weight. Since this is marketed more for the street than the type R I think they shouldn't have held out on creature comforts.

Usually hesitant to comment when so many comments. Like many in this string I own a'23 ASpec. They fixed a few things over ASpec faster, grippier, better exhaust. It is an enthusiast's car so I understand the reason for lack of somethings. But here's my list. - no memory seat - no pwr psngr seat - no rear ventilation (ASpec or S) - no rear charging port - 4 seater (petty) - no sunroof (adds weight I get it, but give me the option)

Give me two doors and an automatic AWD and I’m writing a check.

Their lack of badge recognition would still not push this car to anywhere that it would make an impact. Acura is always 3 steps behind. If it shut down tomorrow, no one would care. Same with Infiniti.

Money Shift you nailed it. I own the same exact car and color. I think the challenge for Acura was likely time to market. The more they had to deviate from the Type R and the standard Integra, the more time it would have taken to launch, and then there’s the weight concerns around the gas tank and even the power seat. If they couldn’t match the Type R performance, that would have been an issue. I expect the electronic dashboard and seat memory will be resolved in the future. Not sure on the 6th gear. That was a good callout but might just come with the territory on a car that gets so much hp out of such a small block. Civic Si is similar at highway speeds.

Then why did you buy it? LOL. New sub here. Congrats on 5K. You reasons are very valid, in fact they make my list as well, except for the highway rev sound, that I didn't know. I haven't driven the car yet. I wasn't going to anyway because it is missing some features for me that are deal breakers. To expand on your seats issues, I will not buy a car that doesn't have ventilated seats. I'd also like (not a deal breaker however) the Integra to have a moon roof. I would also prefer to have a car with all-wheel-drive. I am planning on buying a new car in the next couple years and have been looking into the TLX Type S. In that case, I am hoping they give it a slight feature refresh next model year. It needs to include the Advance/Tech package that the MDX Type S now has. Anyway, nice video, love the camera angles and the sounds was cool.

The memory seats didn’t bother me until I took my car in for service. I was pissed bc I had it perfect 😂. Definitely wish the tank would last longer. Noticed that right away. Instrument panel is very boring but I do love how you can see the car on it if you have cruise control set to on or lane keep assist. I also swallowed the fact it doesn’t have ventilated seats or folding mirrors, but good thing they have about 5 more times that they will release this car and try to make it perfect. I’m not a huge sun roof guy but again for 50k plus it should have that and all these features. Also my car has the swapped gloss back gear panel to a alcantara one. Super nice. I recommend !

car looks nice from the outside but for 52k the interior is shit. Wasn't even on my list because the inside is that bad. had a 2016 m3 and it had some rattling that drove me nuts, brother owns the integra a spec barely a year old and it has ratlling too. ordered a ct4 v blackwing instead 6 spd.

Let me add another gripe: No automatic open/close for the hatch. As someone who uses the hatch daily (gym bag, kids school and sports gear), this really annoys me. And to top it off, the manual unlock/open mechanism is awkward to use. The integra is the only vehicle in the Acura lineup without an auto open/close for the trunk or hatch. Why?

Coming from a former 981 Boxster S owner, I would ask for two things, options for seats and a factory sunroof. Side note, I miss Comptech.

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I have the white fully loaded Integra type S with the red and black interior. First the sport plus instrument cluster is a exact replica of the old Integra type R, just so you know(that is what this car supposed to be). Second I agree with you on the highway, I don’t mind 5th being short like it is, but I do wish sixth was a little longer. Again, I do understand why because this car was technically made for the track and is basically the type R civic, Just a classic inversion or more adult vision. But your right lol. For the gloss black by the shift knob I keep a microfiber towel in my center consul. It looks nice but you’re right it definitely gets marked up easily. In time. I’m sure I’ll change it out when they make a newer version for the 2025 and 26 models.

Blank switch in a 60k car. Sad.

The gearing would affect the cars performance in other areas like track performance the mode switch on the display maybe trivial to most people especially legacy buyers who are used to a more analog car from the past. Maybe your gripes can be solved by going with a TLX instead.

I keep telling everyone, this car is built for teenagers. Get the TLX Type S if you are looking for everything !

This car feels and looks cheap! I got in on one of them and felt just like a Civic with leather! It's definitely not worth $52k+.

Dude, you are on the money!! That's the same thing I told the dealer when I went to go see it. The Memory Settings for the driver seat, the power passenger seat, the gloss black made it look cheap, but since I haven't driven it, I wasn't aware of the 5th and 6th gear closeness. My wife loves driving manual, so I'll have the same issue you have constantly adjusting the driver seat. The gas tank size is an issue if you can't get more than 300 miles a tank too. I think my wife's TLX is 6 Spd Auto and on Eco it gets almost 500 miles on a 15 gallon tank on road trips. Granted it's the standard TLX but you're right, Acura could improve on that by just making 5th & 6th gear farther. I still want the car and I have a deposit on one, but I'm waiting until spring since I want a specific color and the all weather mats and stuff like that. Anyway, you hit the nail on the head!

I own a 2015 Civic Si and I made a mental note of the rpm at 78mph which was around 3200 to 3300. So almost 3,000 sounds like and improvement to me. But I do get your point. Honda is pretty notorious with the high rpm. Your complaints do seem well founded coming from the A-Spec but I've never in my life had even a driver side power seat or heating much less memory seat. So for me it will be a big step up whenever I get mine. I actually e-mailed Acura directly and they replied by saying that they will respond but it might be awhile because they are very busy.

Funny thing the memory seats were on the photos, but it seems like it was a last-minute call to remove it.

does the black interior get hot ? debating between black or red

There is an option to change the information inside of the tach and speedometer. Measures G force, Turbo lbs, and a couple more pieces of information like range and fuel economy. You have to use the wheel on both steering spokes. Say the phrase then why did you buy it.

Why did you buy it! i hate the gloss black center but the other grips are ok with me. The outdoor audio does not match the interior audio. Interior audio tuned way higher then outside and It almost blew my ears out. Other then that 👍

I think memory seats should have been added at this price. And the tank size is frustrating because I have an RDX and has a small tank as well. 2 more gallons would have been nice. Still ordering my TypeS in a few months. 💪🏻

You're right about the memory seat. My Integra A Spec Tech has the 2 option memory seat buttons in that exact place.

Nice car, just can’t justify the price for what you get for it. There are better options, and most all have AWD and a sunroof. I think it looks beautiful, just doesn’t check all the boxes for a lot of folks. Also, I just feel like it’s a young person’s vehicle. I don’t know, it’s pry just me…

I see some of your complaints as I feel the same about the gloss black and the memory seats. Maybe that can be added. I know the Silverado you can kinda mix parts from different editions to make it how you want after you bought it. I love driving mine. I think the ebony interior really makes the luxury for me but other than that... why did you buy it?

Memery sests $2000, passenger power seat $3000, intricate cluster $4000, removal of glass black $5000 = $65k base price

I also don't care for the glossy black on the console of my A Spec Tech, so I ordered a carbon fiber cover on Etsy $100.

I want a Type S with no back seat and only ELS sound system, power windows and AC. Period.

You are complaining about the lack of gears, but you bought a 6 speed mt. If you want more gearing, buy an auto

Acura definitely needs to take notes with this video. They need to add the sunroof back asap

It's a six speed manual, the complaint about that is pretty invalid.

You are totally right!!

Hope Acura watch this.

FL5 better car my opinion. Better build Quality also

Just add AWD and all set

Why did you buy it? 🤣🤣🤣🤣

Wow, under 300 miles for a full tank? Sheesh.

Different strokes for different folks, for $51k I don't see a moonroof

I need a sunroof

Needs a sunroof.

Why did you buy Should’ve never sold Jesus fish 🐠

Price too high

I’d get a m240i for that price . It has a b58 engine and is a bit nicer .

CT4V Blackwing. Manual. Comfy. Much nicer. Same price (with the markups Acura dealers are getting) and 2200RPM at 85mph in 6th. Also, it's RWD.

Doesn’t need power seats or a sunroof. These are compact cars and should keep the weight down because they don’t have a lot of power. Agree completely about the overdrive and fuel tank size.

Acura already charges arms and legs for the premium over the Civic Type-R. Also, the memory and power seat(s) are already available on the A-spec, so it's a no-brainer to put these luxury features back into the Type-S. I would also throw in the power charge ports from the A-spec too.

With headphones/ earbuds, the microphone setup is GREAT! What a difference to have nice stereo sound. Great choice doing that for your viewers.

3000 RPM at 80mph in sixth gear dissuades me the most. Then I thought some more about it. We are likely to take the SUV on highway road trips and not the ITS. Now suddenly I want one again. Damn you Acura.

😃 It's absolutely shameful for an S-Type trim. I have a 2020 TLX A- Spec, and although I love my car, i do have a few issues like you, e.g., the outdated infotainment system, amongst other things. Seem like Honda refuse to cross the finish line with their trims. I dont understand why Honda didn't make the Integra a coupe model. I agree with your sentiments. They tripping!

Agreed on the drivers seat. 2 things to improve 1) Side bolstering is not enough 2) difficult to get the seat set just right then no way to save the darn settings. I would prefer just a manual seat like in the type-r. The Recaro seat in my Miata is much better. Very simple and very comfortable.

That’s the best color in any car

I 100% agree with you! Only reason why I dont buy it now. Im waiting for my dealer to come down on price because of it

Awesome video brother!! Such a great car!! You bring up a lot of great points!! In January I bought a FL5 Civic TypeR!! I absolutely love it!! Both cars are incredible but there are definitely similar but very different as well!! I look forward to seeing more videos! Have a great weekend! Then why did you buy it!! Lol

51K and no dual power seats or memory seats. That's were being a Civic twin is the problem

Hands down great video. Your issues/hates is what most of us feel about it only if none us went out to purchase this over priced car including the ridiculous dealer markup, left Acura wonder where they went wrong would been great. But enjoy it though.

You forgot the lack of sunroof and awd

It's mostly about the driver

A moon roof is a must! And memory seats 💺

Fat

I cannot believe how much money these cars are… it’s freaking front wheel drive too…

Might as well have lifelong lasting analouge guages?

Start diet

It needs front ventilated seats !

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Hi. during many of your valid points you support them by saying something like, "for a $52,000 car..." I'm thinking the car is not really worth $52K, but they have to sell it at that price point to make a profit based on the expected units sold. Most of the $ is in the powertrain, & they know it won't sell as many units as say a base model or as another model due to the Type S being for a niche customer. Unfortunately there are not that many of said customers out there buying these types of cars across all brands let alone Acuras, so due to economies of scale they can't put $52k of features and accessories in this car that they normally would for an Acura that they'd sell more units of that would have higher margins which aren't there for this vehicle.

Even my sister's 2019 ILX A-Spec has memory seating configuration, power passenger seats AND a sunroof. The ITS costing nearly twice as much and not having those things is disappointing...

Nitpicking is correct……When I dump the clutch, speed shift at the red line in sport mode with pop pop from the exhaust….I do not care there is no memory seat for the driver, the passenger seat is not powered, instrument cluster is boring?…….etc….therefore the car is not for you.

Very compelling review! Not a lot of YTers talking about this car have mentioned some of the things you did. I agree with the memory seat issue! If you weren’t going to include it in a TYPE-S, then don’t make the driver seat powered. Gauge cluster is boring. My 17 civic Si coupe has a nicer design. Did not know about the lack of quality for the passenger seat. I knew about it being manual but the difference in material is cheap production imo. Also, the lack of rear seat comfort is a big negative (no arm rest, a/c vents, charging ports). It all leads me to wonder if Acura pushed this out as a base model type S and in a year or two we get an “advanced package” to address the lacking tech features.

The first two I thought were good for weight savings until I thought of the CTR lmao. I'd imagine the more luxurious/daily version of the same car would have those extra amenities. Accords in 2009 had them... (memory seats and passenger power seats)

I’m averaging 27-32 mpgs. Tank is an issue, but I’m still getting over 300 miles to a tank. Definitely should have added a bigger tank. Also, why does Acura low fuel reminder only activate with less than 40 miles to go before empty. Should be 50 minimum. This has been an issue when on the interstate with few gas stations every 10 miles!

My main gripe is the lack of rear seat vents. It’s an absolute must now that I have kids. The new Civic has them in other markets so I know it’s possible on the Integra. Maybe they’re saving them for the mid-cycle refresh?

What camera are you using? Quality of the picture looks great. Also, super lovely car. Exterior styling is outstanding by Acura.

2019 Si owner and it’s not much of a difference to make me want to trade mine in, considering mines paid off too. Take a slightly used X3 M Competition instead. 😊

Yeah 😅 you're right gauge clusters lacking graphics design rotation while shifting into sports or comfort mode or normal mode showings different settings also the seat memory settings this means they need to upgrade new technology including 360 viewers cameras when reversing in all their units including Base model of the MDX still Love my 2015 MDX still 🚗 sounds crazy 😂 when changing gear ⚙️

And rear air vents ,

I refuse yo ask "then why did you buy it" 😉

I am shocked there is no memory seat and a manual passenger seat, the aspec has both of those, weird part to skimp on weight. Yeah man, i agree on your gripes about the car, minus the piano black, that barely bothers me.

I agree. The Aspec tech does have the memory settings where you see the blank plastic on the door panel. It also has a power seat on the passenger side and a sunroof. If they make these minor changes to the S, it would be absolutely perfect in my opinion. Since it's not an R, the car should be more performance/luxery

Valid points, how much over did you pay trying to get a type r/ type s I just can’t justify the cost

one complaint i would add is to get rid of the built in cupholders in the backseat and just have a foldable cupholder that doubles as an arm rest

7:01 this would be okay, if the ambient lighting throughout the car changed color as well

Then why did you buy it?…anyway, great video. I can’t wait to have one in white.

I think your only legitimate gripe is the lack of a memory setting. This car is $52k in 2023 where the average price of a new car is $48k…..shocking though that may be, it’s a slightly above average cost for a demonstrably above average car. If the gearing were more suited to low revs, it wouldn’t be as fun in spirited driving. I don’t get the impression that your complaints suggest you don’t think you should have bought it, but I think you should be happy you have that vs the mediocre German sedans you referenced.

You got the right color

9:02 that steering wheel looks great, I bet I'd enjoy that way more than the alcantara wheel on the Type S that I test-drove a few weeks ago. Is it just me, or is Alcantara really overrated?

Have you had any issues with rattles or squeaks? Great review

CT4BW is the answer

Acura will never change these things. This is the last one.

No sunroof and no arm rest in the back seat. Love my manual aspec glad I didn't hold out for the S.

Literally the same complaints I have with my STI lol

I have the car and I agree.