The prototype isn't just for show. Acura worked with Honda Racing Corporation (HRC) engineers to develop parts that could make it to production. They took inspiration from the Integra Type S TCX racecar to create something special for the street and track.
Acura's new prototype sports a bold Indy Yellow Pearl paint job. Up front, there's a more aggressive bumper with a new splitter and bigger cooling ducts. The hood got extra vents to help keep things cool under the hood.
The car rolls on forged 19-inch wheels wrapped in sticky Pirelli P Zero Trofeo R tires. Custom-milled aluminum HRC badges add a nice touch. At the back, there's a tall carbon fiber wing with aluminum supports that definitely catches the eye.
Inside, Acura swapped out the standard seats for one-piece Recaro buckets up front. They took out the back seats and put in a carbon shelf for storing extra wheels and tires. Drivers who really want to shed weight can even opt to remove the air conditioning.
Under the hood, the 2.0-liter turbo engine got some love too. There's a bigger intercooler, twin oil coolers, and a tuned lightweight exhaust. Acura didn't say exactly how much power it makes, though.
The suspension got an overhaul with coilovers and adjustable parts for fine-tuning. Massive 15-inch brake rotors with six-piston Brembo calipers up front help slow things down. Bigger air ducts keep those brakes cool during hard driving.
Jon Ikeda, Honda Racing Corporation USA senior vice president, explained the thinking behind the project:
"HRC performance parts is an exciting concept focused on building a stronger connection with Acura and Honda enthusiasts eager to access exclusive HRC race engineering to augment their performance driving experience. Every spec of the Acura Integra Type S HRC Prototype screams performance. Everything is functional – if it doesn't add performance it isn't on the car."
While these parts aren't available yet, they show Acura's interest in giving Integra Type S owners more ways to make their cars stand out. It's a smart move, considering the regular Integra Type S is already a solid performer, just like its cousin, the Honda Civic Type R.
Source: Acura