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Acura RSX: K-series successor to the Integra (2002-2006). Type-S K20 made it a tuner staple.
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K-series successor to the Integra (2002-2006). Type-S K20 made it a tuner staple.

The Acura RSX was the North American successor to the Integra coupe, built on the Civic platform and powered by the K-series engine. The RSX Type-S, with its K20A2 (and later K20Z1) making around 200 to 210 horsepower and revving past 8,000 rpm, became one of the defining front-drive tuner cars of the 2000s. It paired a slick 6-speed manual with a rigid chassis and excellent aftermarket support. On WhipJury, RSX Type-S builds with bolt-ons, suspension, and forced induction are common.

RSX specifications

K20 2.0 liter four. Base around 160 horsepower; Type-S around 200 to 210 horsepower with a higher redline. Front-wheel drive. 5-speed automatic or 6-speed manual (Type-S manual only).

Frequently asked questions about Acura RSX

Is the RSX an Integra?
Effectively yes. The RSX was the North American successor to the Integra coupe; in Japan it was sold as the Integra. Acura revived the Integra name separately in 2023.
What is the difference between RSX and RSX Type-S?
The Type-S uses a higher-output K20 (around 200 to 210 horsepower) with a higher redline, a 6-speed manual, bigger brakes, and a limited-slip differential, versus the base car milder K20 and softer setup.
Is the RSX a good tuner car?
Yes. The K20 is one of the most tuner-friendly engines ever made, with massive aftermarket support for bolt-ons, cams, and turbo and supercharger kits.
Is the RSX reliable?
Yes. The K20 is durable and the chassis is robust. Standard age-related items apply, and clean unmodified examples are increasingly sought after.
Why are clean RSX Type-S examples getting expensive?
Limited remaining stock cars, strong enthusiast demand, and the K20 reputation have pushed clean, unmodified Type-S values up steadily.

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