Acura Type S
K20C 2.0L I4 Turbo 320 hp Manual Front-wheel drive Sedan 2024–2025
Engine K20C 1,300–4,500 $
Turbo evolution of the K20 from Civic Type R. 200-320 hp depending on variant. No systematic issues documented yet. LSD only on Type S — CVT models without LSD are second-best.
Fun Factor? Legendary!
320 hp, manual, Torsen LSD — rare in 2024
Type R mechanicals in a grown-up package with livable seats, adaptive dampers, and a gearbox owners compare to the S2000. MotorTrend says better than the Type R.
Vehicle Weaknesses 2
!! Brakes VSA Modulator: Brake Fluid Leak (Recall 23V430)
ABS/VSA modulator develops internal leak. Brake fluid seeps out and braking performance degrades. Recall 23V430 covers replacement.
800–2,500 $ from 20,000 km
!! Steering 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.
500–2,000 $ from 30,000 km
NHTSA Owner Complaints
267 complaints · 2023–2025
Top Reported Issues
⚠ Steering (238 complaints)
⚠ Lane Departure (13 complaints)
⚠ Other (9 complaints)
Source: NHTSA (nhtsa.gov) · 2026-04