Key Takeaways
Acura has revealed the brand new Integra Sort S HRC Prototype at Monterey Automobile Week, which showcases a possible line of Honda Racing Company efficiency elements for avenue and monitor use. As we will see, the prototype builds upon the capabilities of the high-performance Integra Sort S, with the HRC displaying that there is loads of room for enchancment.
The automaker has labored on bettering the outputs and responses of the turbocharged 2.0-liter engine, courtesy of dual oil coolers, a much bigger intercooler, and a light-weight cat-back exhaust. This has all been developed solely for the Integra Sort S HRC TCX race automotive.
Engine 2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Fuel
Horsepower 320 hp
Torque 310 lb-ft
Transmission 6-speed handbook
Prime Velocity 167 mph
Handles Like A Race Automobile
That is the place the ‘beneath the hood’ upgrades finish, however there are many dealing with enhancements to make the Integra Sort S deal with extra sharply. For a begin, the rear bulkhead has been strengthened with an x-brace, which stiffens the chassis and improves dealing with. The suspension has been lowered by 0.59 inches and consists of adjustable entrance/rear camber plates and an adjustable rear anti-roll bar. Coilovers are additionally a part of the bundle and the general suspension system is just like the one you will discover on the HRC TCX racer.
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It is a wholly totally different beast from the street automotive on which it is primarily based.
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19-inch wheels with 265/30 Pirelli P Zero Trofeo R high-performance tires assist the prototype stick with the street. Curiously, the wheels have a damaging offset, which widens the entrance and rear monitor by 1.18 inches. Not solely does this look sporty and athletic, however Acura says it improves the dealing with. Stopping energy comes courtesy of 15-inch entrance rotors with Brembo six-piston calipers. The rear axle receives two-piece rear rotors that additional cut back unsprung weight.
“HRC efficiency elements is an thrilling idea centered on constructing a stronger reference to Acura and Honda fanatics desperate to entry unique HRC race engineering to enhance their efficiency driving expertise. Each spec of the Acura Integra Sort S HRC Prototype screams efficiency. All the things is purposeful – if it would not add efficiency it is not on the automotive.”
– Jon Ikeda, Senior Vice President, Honda Racing Company USA
Aggressive Aerodynamic Package Seems Nice And Enhances Efficiency
The ‘common’ Integra Sort S is already a outstanding performer, however the HRC Prototype must be even sharper. Apart from the dealing with upgrades, the Acura prototype will get a carbon fiber hood, rear door panels, and one-piece Recaro bucket seats. It is admittedly not as sensible as a normal Sort S, with the again seats changed by a carbon fiber shelf that gives house for 4 wheels and tires. Along with the optionally available air-conditioning delete, the Integra Sort S is almost 200 lbs lighter than its road-going up to date.
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he 2024 Acura Integra Sorts takes the engine from the Honda Civic Sort R, however dials it as much as 320 horsepower.
Apart from the mechanical upgrades, Acura has additionally enhanced the styling of the Sort S HRC with aerodynamic enhancements. On the entrance, you will discover a distinguished entrance splitter with cooling ducts, enlarged hood vents, aspect skirts, and an adjustable carbon fiber rear wing. To complete all the pieces off, the prototype has been coated in a stunning shade known as Indy Yellow Pearl, first seen on the second-generation NSX.
Hopefully, It Goes Into Manufacturing
There are additionally aluminum HRC badges on the grille, tailgate, and entrance fenders – simply in case anybody errors it for a lesser Integra. Optimistically, Acura will put this unbelievable prototype into manufacturing – whilst a limited-run machine. On the very least, we would prefer to see these elements provided as upgrades for the usual Sort S. If that is the case, hopefully, these upgrades will be utilized to the Civic Sort R as effectively.
