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Honda Integra Type R DC5

Headline trim: 2.0 K20A — 217 bhp, 0-62 in 6.3s.

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Verdict
A
BHP
217 bhp
0–60
6.3 s
Top speed
150 mph
MPG
27 mpg (US)
Used
$15,000-$38,000

Strengths

  • K20A a 8400 rpm masterpiece
  • Sharper damping than DC2
  • Better daily-usable than DC2

Weaknesses

  • UKDM was 197 bhp DC5 (badge: Type R) — JDM 217 bhp the one to find
  • Rust still issue
  • 3rd gear synchro fragility

Notable tech

  • DC5 platform — Civic EP3-derived
  • K20A i-VTEC 2.0 — 217 bhp at 8000 rpm (JDM)
  • UKDM Integra Type R 197 bhp
  • 6-speed manual
  • Helical LSD standard
  • Brembo front brakes (JDM Type R)
  • Recaro buckets

Common issues

  • 3rd gear synchro
  • VTC actuator rattle
  • Rust on UK cars
  • Clocked JDM imports

Engine derivatives

US-spec trims and engines offered across DC5's life. Click any two rows to compare them side-by-side.

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2.0 K20A (JDM)
BHP217
Torque202 Nm
0–606.3 s
Top150 mph
MPG (US)27 mpg
DriveFWD
Gearbox6MT
2.0 K20A2 (UKDM)
BHP197
Torque188 Nm
0–606.6 s
Top146 mph
MPG (US)27 mpg
DriveFWD
Gearbox6MT