2024 Acura Integra Type S Pricing & MPG Fuel Economy Released! Pre-Order Begins May 11

[MickleNoot]

A little off topic but have you driven an ND Miata? Wondering if clutch/gearbox combo is comparable to these Hondas.

I've owned an NA2, ND1, and ND2, and while they all have excellent shifters, the shifter in the FK8 was just that little bit more fun/engaging to use. They're definitely close, but not quite as satisfying as the shifter provided in the Type R.

 

[NOTLGUY]

This is my brother and I. He had it on MeisterR coilovers and I can say with confidence that the ND put a smile on my face that the FK8 with its more HP and grip didn’t. I found the Clutch/Gearbox both to be incredibly smooth. Coming from my FK8 to his car though I had to be careful about the clutch since the slightest lift and you’re already at the bite point. We always joked around and called it the Japanese 911. Came stock with BBS wheels and heated Recaro seats too.

So basically….ITS + ND2 is the ultimate drivers daily 1-2 punch. I think it’s time for my first Miata.

 

[Rdrcr]

I owned a Mazdaspeed Miata and a NC2. Both had amazing shifter and clutch. Think I prefered the shifter in the NB more than the s2000.

I’ve owned 2 NB’s and an ND. IMHO, the S2000 shifter was much better than any of my Miata/MX-5’s (but, clutch felt better in the Miata/MX-5’s). And, even though my S2000 was my favorite car to track, I actually preferred the overall driving experience of my supercharged NB’s over the S2000.

Mike

 

[NeoDiNardo]

No telescoping steering wheel in that Honda S2000, and only room to store one Twinkie.

 

[TeggyTypeS]

No telescoping steering wheel in that Honda S2000, and only room to store one Twinkie.

Who needs a twinkie when you are driving that gem? Even without all of the adjustability I was still able to fit in the AP1 at 6'1 280. Never tried an AP2.

 

[VtecBuddy]

No telescoping steering wheel in that Honda S2000, and only room to store one Twinkie.

The best place to store twinkies is in my stomach anyways.

 

[NearLeopard]

So basically….ITS + ND2 is the ultimate drivers daily 1-2 punch. I think it’s time for my first Miata.

Can confirm miata plus Integra is great. Heard pricing plus the 10k markup from my local dealer on the ITS and just jumped ship entirely. Got a 23 miata club w/the brembo package. I've never fallen in love with a car so quickly.

My 6MT Integra just hangs out now since I've been driving the miata nonstop lol. When driving, I feel like I am part of the miata in a cockpit and in the Integra I feel like I'm just riding on top of it. It's wild to switch between them.

The Integra clutch and shifter are so light, the experience is much more isolated, and the Rev hang is way more noticeable between the two. I had a 2018 Civic SI before the Integra and thought they only improved the shifter from one that was already great in the 10th gen. Still think its good, but the miata is just a totally different experience imo.

At the end of the day, I love having my fun drop top for sunny day trips, and my quiet, comfy, practical Integra for everything else.

 

[Understeer]

Best part of the miata is the raw driving experience. Everything that makes a car horrible such as NVH is what makes the miata great. As cliche as it sounds, the miata is a gokart with number plates. Its the only car I find an excuse to go for a drive. Great and capable the GTI is, it never really feels happy going fast on the back roads, It will do it but it never feels like it wants to do it while when I drive the miata you always want to drive to the limit.

 

[NeoDiNardo]

I still want an ITS at launch. However, I just realized I’m actually poor. My rent for my new apartment is higher than I’ve ever paid. I have no furniture yet other than a chair, a desk, and a bed on the floor. Food is $100 a bag. Ridiculous. Interest rates are bad right now. I make six figures and I’m still worried about affording an ITS as a single bachelor. However, I’m sure I’ll find a way to afford an ITS eventually, just I am unsure about being an ITS owner during the first wave. I will have to see what my interest rate and financial situation is like at the time of possible purchase. And what my current Integra A-Spec Tech 6MT trade is valued at. I think I would buy a CTR at $44K over an ITS at $52K if I could.

 

[NearLeopard]

I still want an ITS at launch. However, I just realized I’m actually poor. My rent for my new apartment is higher than I’ve ever paid. I have no furniture yet other than a chair, a desk, and a bed on the floor. Food is $100 a bag. Ridiculous. Interest rates are bad right now. I make six figures and I’m still worried about affording an ITS as a single bachelor. However, I’m sure I’ll find a way to afford an ITS eventually, just I am unsure about being an ITS owner during the first wave. I will have to see what my interest rate and financial situation is like at the time of possible purchase. And what my current Integra A-Spec Tech 6MT trade is valued at. I think I would buy a CTR at $44K over an ITS at $52K if I could.

Something something, you can live in a car you can't race a house etc

 

[NeoDiNardo]

Can’t work at home in a car sadly.

 

[Integra23]

Can't drive your house but you can sleep in your car.

 

[Understeer]

 

[Understeer]

Looks like the interior trim is just a sticker. How cheap did they build this thing?

 

[MickleNoot]

Funny how it seems like the most vocal people in these threads are the ones who have already committed to not buying one. Seems like a lot of people trying to just pat themselves on the back for bEInG FiSCaLly reSpOnSibLE.

I joined this forum simply hoping to keep up with the latest info related to the car and its release, but like basically every other automotive forum, it's devolved into abit of a pile. We now just have fairly vocal monitory complaining and seemingly trying to convince not only others, but themselves as well, that they made the "right" decision. But, just like everything else in life, what makes sense for one may not make sense for another.

But hey, it's the internet. We can't just let people enjoy things. We have to make sure our point is the CORRECT ONE! ANY OTHER CHOICE IS BASED IN IGNORANCE OR PLAIN STUPIDITY!

The flow of useful information has effectively ceased (mostly Acura's fault for keeping everyone in the dark), but at this point it's like five dudes just circle jerking about how much of a waste the car is. I totally understand and support vocalizing your opinion, but we can also allow people to just enjoy things without actively trying to take a dump on them.

Take Donks for instance. They're ridiculous, expensive, and horribly impractical. But I still smile every time I see one and I'm happy for the person who clearly put time and/or money into something they enjoy. There's really no need to run up to them and tell them how dumb their car is and how they wasted all that money, because to them it isn't a waste.

Now somebody come kick me in the shin so I can fall disgracefully off this soapbox.