1992 Acura Integra RS review from North America
"Reliable High Performance bargain"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
After 9 years the exhaust system finally rotted out and had to be replaced from the catalytic converter back.
Back Light for A/C controls sometimes doesn't work.
General comments?
Have owned this car since 1996, and it has never seen the inside of an Acura Dealership. This year as preventative maintenance we replaced the water pump and timing belt (recommended by most dealers), but had it done by private mechanic to save costs. Car is driven 200km a day at speeds of 100-130km/h and gets 31mpg. Car has never dies, let me down in any way shape or form. Very comfortable car for commuting, perfect for tall drivers (I'm 6'3"). Will still out accelerate cars with engines 3 times the size.
Only three gripes, engine runs 3000rpm at 100km/h (60mph) so gets quite buzzy on the highway. Wish it had cruise control for long trips. Very light means limited traction in snow, do yourself a favour and don't run all seasons in winter conditions.
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| A reliable car that doesn't skimp on performance or style. |
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| Hard to believe this car was 14 grand brand new |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1992 |
| First year of ownership | 1996 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.8 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 53000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 185000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Ford Mustang |
| Date of Entry | 11th February, 2003 |