1998 Acura Integra RS Coupe Auto
All photo credits
- Photo: 1998 Acura Integra RS in Flamenco Black Pearl, Front Right, 07-15-2022 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1999 Acura Integra SE in Milano Red, front left, 07-06-2026 by Cutlass, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Different angle of Acura Integra by Tonyonehunned, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1999 Acura Integra SE in Milano Red, rear left, 07-06-2026 by Cutlass, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 1998 Acura Integra RS Coupe Auto is a 140-hp 1.8-liter inline-4 coupe with a 4-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. It starts at $17,000 MSRP and is rated at 24 mpg combined.
It makes 140 horsepower at 6,300 rpm and 127 lb-ft of torque at 5200 rpm, spinning to a 6,800 rpm redline. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 21 mpg city and 29 mpg highway (24 mpg combined).
The Integra measures 172.4 inches long on a 101.2-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,568 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Coupe |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $17,000 ($33,896 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 1.8L DOHC inline-4 |
| Displacement | 1.8 L |
| Horsepower | 140 hp @ 6,300 rpm |
| Torque | 127 lb-ft @ 5200 rpm |
| Redline | 6,800 rpm |
| Valvetrain | DOHC, 16-valve |
| Bore and Stroke | 81.0 x 88.9 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 |
| Injection Type | Programmed Fuel Injection (PGM-FI) |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic |
| 1st Gear | 2.722 (40 mph **) |
| 2nd Gear | 1.468 (73 mph **) |
| 3rd Gear | 0.975 (111 mph **) |
| 4th Gear | 0.638 (169 mph **) |
| Reverse | 1.954 |
| Final Drive | 4.357 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 21 MPG |
| Highway | 29 MPG |
| Combined | 24 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular Unleaded |
| Tank Capacity | 13.2 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Independent double-wishbone with coil springs, stabilizer bar |
| Rear Suspension | Independent double-wishbone with trailing link, coil springs and stabilizer bar |
| Front Stabilizer Bar | 0.94 in |
| Rear Stabilizer Bar | 0.55 in |
| Turning Diameter | 34.8 ft |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | 10.3 x 0.83 in |
| Rear Brake Disc | 9.4 x 0.35 in |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 14x5.5 in |
| Wheels Rear | 14x5.5 in |
| Tires Front | P195/60R14 |
| Tires Rear | P195/60R14 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 172.4 in |
| Width | 67.3 in |
| Height | 52.6 in |
| Wheelbase | 101.2 in |
| Front Track | 58.1 in |
| Rear Track | 57.8 in |
| Cargo Volume | 13.3 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 2,568 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 38.6 in |
| Headroom Rear | 35.9 in |
| Legroom Front | 42.7 in |
| Legroom Rear | 32.7 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 51.7 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 50.3 in |
| Hip Room Front | 50.3 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 49.9 in |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 1998 Acura Integra RS Coupe Auto with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.
Recalls
4 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1998 Acura INTEGRA. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Jun 29, 2006 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING
CERTAIN AAI MOTORSPORTS COMBINATION LAMPS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LIST PASSENGER VEHICLES. COMBINATION LAMPS NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."
Consequence: LACK OF AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS IN THE LAMPS WILL DECREASE LIGHTING VISIBILITY TO OTHER DRIVERS AND MAY POSSIBLY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH
Remedy: AAI MOTORSPORTS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE LAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 1, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT AAI MOTORSPORTS AT 909-923-9188.
NHTSA campaign 06E060000
May 24, 2006 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING
CERTAIN CK MOTORSPORTS COMBINATION HEADLIGHTS, CLEAR CORNER, BUMPER, AND SIDE MARKER LIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
Consequence: WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Remedy: CK MOTORSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE NONCOMPLIANT LAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 1, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CK MOTORSPORT AT 1-909-610-7211.
NHTSA campaign 06E049000
Apr 18, 2006 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING
CERTAIN EAGLE EYES AND SONAR HEADLIGHTS AND CORNER LIGHTS SOLD AS AFTERMARKET FOR USE ON 1988-2005 HONDA CIVIC, 1990-2005 HONDA ACCORD, AND 1990-2001 ACURA INTEGRA PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. HEADLIGHTS AND CORNER LIGHTS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
Consequence: WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Remedy: TOM MOTORSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER REIMBURSEMENT FOR THE PURCHASE OF NONCOMPLIANT LIGHTS. THE RECALL BEGAN APRIL 17, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TOM MOTORSPORT AT 626-968-4007.
NHTSA campaign 06E032000
Mar 23, 2006 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING
CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
Consequence: WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Remedy: PRO-A MOTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PRO-A MOTORS AT 323-838-2988.
NHTSA campaign 06E026000
21 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1998 Acura INTEGRA
Owner Complaints
21 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1998 Acura INTEGRA (7 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 2 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Electrical System | 3 |
| Steering | 3 |
| Visibility | 3 |
| Air Bags | 2 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 2 |
| Hydraulic | 2 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 1998 ACURA INTEGRA. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.