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Acura Integra DE5

Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice

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Engine Overview

The Acura Integra DE5 is available with 2 engine variants — from 203 to 325 hp.

2.0L I4 Turbo · Petrol· 200 PS
2023 2025
Be Careful 0 weaknesses
Type S · Petrol· 320 PS
2024 2025
Be Careful 0 weaknesses
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The Acura 2.0L I4 Turbo (Petrol, 200 PS) has the K20C (2.0L I4 Turbo) — rated: "Be Careful".

The Acura Type S (Petrol, 320 PS) has the K20C (2.0L I4 Turbo) — rated: "Be Careful".

Vehicle Weaknesses

WeaknessCost
!Steering Gearbox: Internal Friction (Recall 24V744)

Steering gearbox has internal friction from inadequate lubrication. Steering feels sticky and may jerk at parking speed. Recall 24V744 covers replacement.

Symptoms: Steering feels heavy and uneven, jerking at parking speed, asymmetric steering feel
from 30,000 km
Ad steering gearbox Acura Integra DE5recall 24V744 Integra
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NHTSA Owner Complaints
Below Average
267 complaints · 2023–2025
Steering
238 ⚠ 2
Lane Departure
13 ⚠ 1
Other
9 ⚠ 2
Collision Avoidance
6
Engine
6

Top Reported Issues

⚠ Steering (238 complaints)
⚠ Lane Departure (13 complaints)
⚠ Other (9 complaints)
Source: NHTSA (nhtsa.gov) · 2026-04

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Known Problems and Issues

A total of 2 weaknesses have been documented for the Acura Integra DE5 (2023–2025). Typical issues affect Steering, Brakes.

What to watch out for with the Acura Integra? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.

Frequently Asked Questions

What problems and weaknesses does the Acura Integra DE5 have? +
No known weaknesses have been documented for the Acura Integra DE5.
What should I look for when buying a used Acura Integra DE5? +
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Which engine is recommended? +
Be careful: K20C (2.0L I4 Turbo). No engine is rated 'Good Choice'. The most fun to drive is the K20C (2.0L I4 Turbo).
Which Acura Integra DE5 engine is the most fun? +
The {code} ({displacement}) offers the most driving fun in the Acura Integra DE5 — rated: "Decent". {description} The K20C with CVT is a solid commuter powertrain. Enough power for daily use, efficient and quiet. But the CVT swallows every hint of sportiness — anyone who takes the Integra name seriously gets the manual.
Is the Acura Integra DE5 worth buying used? +
The Acura Integra DE5 requires careful consideration — choosing the right engine variant is crucial.
What horsepower variants are available for the Acura Integra DE5? +
The Acura Integra DE5 is available with engine variants from 203 to 325 hp. Petrol: K20C (2.0L I4 Turbo).

Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee