Acura Integra Type R (DC2)
USDM Reference • 1997–1998, 2000–2001
DC2
B18C5
195 hp
~2,639 lb
5-Speed Manual
FWD
Helical LSD
Acura Integra Type R (DC2) Quick Specs
| Horsepower | 195 hp @ 8,000 rpm |
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| Torque | 130 lb-ft @ 7,300 rpm |
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| Curb Weight | Approx. 2,639 lb for U.S.-market Type R references |
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| Engine | B18C5 1.8L DOHC VTEC inline-4 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
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| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive with standard helical limited-slip differential |
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| Model Years | 1997–1998, 2000–2001 in the U.S. market |
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| Body Style | 2-door hatchback coupe |
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Factory Acura materials list the Integra Type R at 195 hp and 130 lb-ft. Some third-party
references list the torque peak at 7,500 rpm; Acura’s 1997 powertrain material lists
130 lb-ft at 7,300 rpm.
Core Specifications
| Model | Acura Integra Type R |
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| Chassis / Platform Reference | DC2 |
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| Market | United States / Acura North America |
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| Model Years | 1997–1998, 2000–2001 |
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| Body Style | 2-door hatchback coupe |
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| Layout | Transverse front-engine, front-wheel drive |
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| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
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| Engine | B18C5 1.8-liter DOHC VTEC inline-4 |
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| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive with helical limited-slip differential |
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| Curb Weight | Approx. 2,639 lb, depending on source and model-year reference |
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| Fuel Requirement | Premium unleaded gasoline |
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Engine Specifications
| Engine Code | B18C5 |
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| Configuration | Inline-4 |
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| Displacement | 1,797 cc |
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| Bore x Stroke | 81.0 mm x 87.2 mm |
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| Aspiration | Naturally aspirated |
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| Valvetrain | DOHC VTEC, 16 valves |
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| Block / Head | Aluminum-alloy block, aluminum-alloy cylinder head |
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| Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 |
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| Fuel System | Programmed fuel injection |
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| Horsepower | 195 hp @ 8,000 rpm |
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| Torque | 130 lb-ft @ 7,300 rpm |
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| Redline | 8,400 rpm |
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Dimensions & Chassis
| Wheelbase | 101.2 in |
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| Length | 172.4 in |
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| Width | 67.3 in |
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| Height | 52.6 in |
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| Front Suspension | Double wishbone |
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| Rear Suspension | Double wishbone |
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| Limited-Slip Differential | Helical limited-slip differential, standard |
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| Brakes | Four-wheel disc brakes |
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Wheels & Tires
| Front Tires | 195/55R15 |
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| Rear Tires | 195/55R15 |
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| Wheel Diameter | 15 in |
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| Wheel Type | Lightweight alloy wheels, Type R specification |
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Model-Year Notes
1997
- U.S.-market launch year for the Acura Integra Type R.
- Factory materials list a 195-hp B18C5 DOHC VTEC engine, close-ratio 5-speed manual transmission, and helical limited-slip differential.
- Championship White was the defining launch color for the U.S.-market Type R.
1998
- Second U.S. model year for the Integra Type R.
- Core powertrain specification carried over from 1997.
1999
- The Acura Integra Type R was not offered as a U.S.-market 1999 model.
2000
- The Type R returned to the U.S. market for the 2000 model year.
- Phoenix Yellow and Flamenco Black Pearl are commonly associated with the later U.S.-market Type R color range.
2001
- Final U.S.-market model year for the DC2 Acura Integra Type R.
- Acura’s 2001 specification release continued to list 195 hp at 8,000 rpm and 130 lb-ft of torque.
Factory Colors
Color availability varies by model year. The listed colors reflect commonly documented
U.S.-market Integra Type R colors.
Interesting Details
1999 U.S. Hiatus
The Acura Integra Type R was sold in the U.S. for 1997–1998 and returned for
2000–2001; it was not offered as a U.S.-market 1999 model.
B18C5 Output
The U.S.-market B18C5 was rated at 195 hp from 1,797 cc, giving the Integra Type R
a factory naturally aspirated output of more than 100 hp per liter.
Common Search Questions
| How much horsepower does the Acura Integra Type R (DC2) have? |
The U.S.-market Acura Integra Type R (DC2) has 195 hp at 8,000 rpm. |
| How much torque does the Acura Integra Type R (DC2) have? |
The U.S.-market Acura Integra Type R has 130 lb-ft of torque. Acura’s 1997 powertrain material lists the torque peak at 7,300 rpm. |
| How much does the Acura Integra Type R (DC2) weigh? |
The Acura Integra Type R curb weight is commonly listed at approximately 2,639 lb for U.S.-market references. |
| What engine is in the Acura Integra Type R (DC2)? |
The U.S.-market Acura Integra Type R uses the B18C5 1.8-liter DOHC VTEC inline-four. |
| What is the Integra Type R chassis code? |
The U.S.-market Acura Integra Type R is commonly associated with the DC2 chassis code. |
| Does the Acura Integra Type R have a limited-slip differential? |
Yes. The Acura Integra Type R was equipped with a standard helical limited-slip differential. |
| What transmission does the Acura Integra Type R have? |
The Acura Integra Type R was sold with a 5-speed manual transmission. |
| Was there a 1999 Acura Integra Type R in the U.S.? |
No. The Type R was sold in the U.S. for 1997–1998 and 2000–2001, with no U.S.-market 1999 model. |
Related Models
| Honda Integra Type R (DC2) |
Japanese-market Honda-branded Type R model related to the Acura Integra Type R,
with market-specific details and specifications.
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| Acura Integra GS-R (DC2) |
VTEC-equipped Integra trim using the B18C1 engine, positioned below the Type R
in the U.S.-market Integra range.
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| Acura RSX Type-S (DC5) |
Later Acura sport compact coupe sold after the Integra nameplate left the U.S.
market, using a K-series engine and 6-speed manual transmission.
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| Honda Civic Type R (EK9) |
Related Honda Type R model from the same broad period, sold outside the U.S. market
and using a high-output naturally aspirated B-series engine.
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Comparable Cars
| Honda Civic Si (EM1) |
U.S.-market front-wheel-drive Honda sport compact coupe using a naturally aspirated
B16A2 DOHC VTEC inline-four and 5-speed manual transmission.
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| Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V |
Front-wheel-drive compact sport sedan using a naturally aspirated QR25DE inline-four
and manual transmission.
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| Volkswagen GTI VR6 |
Front-wheel-drive compact hatchback using Volkswagen’s narrow-angle VR6 engine,
positioned in the same broad compact performance segment.
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| Toyota Celica GT-S (ZZT231) |
Front-wheel-drive Japanese sport compact coupe using a high-revving 2ZZ-GE
naturally aspirated inline-four and 6-speed manual transmission.
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Factory & Reference Sources
Source Notes
ModernSportsCar prioritizes factory-released specifications, manufacturer press materials,
official brochures, owner manuals, and technical documents. Credible period road tests and
respected reference sources are used only when factory materials are unavailable, incomplete,
archived, or useful for clarifying period context.
Specifications can vary by market, model year, source, measurement standard, and publication
date. The values on this page are intended to describe the U.S.-market Acura Integra Type R
unless otherwise noted.
MSC Taxonomy
| Make | Acura |
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| Model | Integra Type R |
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| Chassis Code | DC2 |
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| Era | 1990s / 2000s |
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| Layout | Front-engine |
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| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive |
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| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
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| Engine Configuration | Inline-four |
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| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
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| Body Style | Two-door hatchback coupe |
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| Market | USDM |
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| Country Of Origin | Japan |
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| MSC Category | Naturally Aspirated Front-Wheel-Drive Sport Compact |
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Summary
The Acura Integra Type R (DC2) is the U.S.-market Type R version of the third-generation
Integra, sold for 1997–1998 and 2000–2001. It used the B18C5 1.8-liter DOHC VTEC inline-four,
rated at 195 hp at 8,000 rpm and 130 lb-ft of torque, paired with a 5-speed manual
transmission and front-wheel drive with a standard helical limited-slip differential.
U.S.-market curb weight is commonly listed at approximately 2,639 lb.