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2001 Acura Integra GS-R Coupe

The 2001 Acura Integra GS-R Coupe is a 170-hp 1.8-liter inline-4 coupe with a 5-speed manual and front-wheel drive. It starts at $22,300 MSRP and is rated at 24 mpg combined.

It makes 170 horsepower at 7,600 rpm and 128 lb-ft of torque at 6200 rpm, spinning to a 8,000 rpm redline. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 22 mpg city and 28 mpg highway (24 mpg combined).

The Integra measures 172.4 inches long on a 101.2-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,672 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeCoupe
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$22,300 ($40,923 *)
MSRP with Destination$22,780 ($41,804 *)
Destination Charge$480
Engine
Engine Type1.8L DOHC VTEC inline-4
Displacement1.8 L
Horsepower170 hp @ 7,600 rpm
Torque128 lb-ft @ 6200 rpm
Redline8,000 rpm
ValvetrainDOHC VTEC, 16-valve
Bore and Stroke81.0 x 87.1 mm
Compression Ratio10.0:1
Injection TypeProgrammed Fuel Injection (PGM-FI)
Drivetrain
Drive TypeFront-Wheel Drive
Transmission
Transmission5-speed manual with close ratios
1st Gear3.23 (39 mph **)
2nd Gear1.9 (67 mph **)
3rd Gear1.36 (93 mph **)
4th Gear1.034 (123 mph **)
5th Gear0.787 (161 mph **)
Reverse3
Final Drive4.4
Fuel Economy
City22 MPG
Highway28 MPG
Combined24 MPG
Recommended FuelPremium Unleaded
Tank Capacity13.2 gal
Suspension
Front SuspensionIndependent double-wishbone
Rear SuspensionIndependent double-wishbone
Front Stabilizer Bar0.94 in
Rear Stabilizer Bar0.55 in
Turning Diameter34.8 ft
Brakes
Front Brake Disc10.3 x 0.83 in
Rear Brake Disc9.4 x 0.35 in
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front15x6.0 in
Wheels Rear15x6.0 in
Tires FrontP195/55R15
Tires RearP195/55R15
Dimensions & Weight
Length172.4 in
Width67.3 in
Height52.6 in
Wheelbase101.2 in
Front Track58.1 in
Rear Track57.8 in
Cargo Volume13.3 ft³
Curb Weight2,672 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front38.6 in
Headroom Rear35 in
Legroom Front42.7 in
Legroom Rear28.1 in
Shoulder Room Front51.7 in
Shoulder Room Rear48.8 in
Hip Room Front50.3 in
Hip Room Rear44.1 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars
** Theoretical max speed per gear at redline

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.

Recalls

5 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2001 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

Jul 24, 2002 · AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, SOME OF THE PASSENGER AIR BAG MODULES WERE NOT PROPERLY WELDED AND MAY NOT DEPLOY IN A COLLISION.

Consequence: THE SEAT OCCUPANT MAY NOT BE PROPERLY PROTECTED IN THE EVENT OF A COLLISION, INCREASING THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE PASSENGER AIR BAG MODULE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN AUGUST 2, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT HONDA AT 1-800-999-1009 OR ACURA AT 1-800-382-2238.

NHTSA campaign 02V196000

6 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2001 Acura INTEGRA

Owner Complaints

6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2001 Acura INTEGRA (1 mention a crash, 2 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Tires2
Air Bags1
Engine And Engine Cooling1
Power Train1
Steering1
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Sep 10, 2008 · Air Bags 1 injury
“I WAS DRIVING ON INTERSTATE 40 WEST AND MY AIRBAGS SPONTANEOUSLY DEPLOYED, BREAKING MY WINDSHIELD, CAUSING BURNS TO MY FOREARM & ABDOMEN, AND LEAVING ME WITH RINGING IN THE EARS. *TR”
Mar 7, 2007 · Tires
“DISCOUNT TIRES PROVIDED ME TIRES WITH A 195/50-15 SIZE, WHEN MY VEHICLE CALLS FOR A 195/55-15 SIZE. I HAD BEEN DRIVING IT AND MY TIRES KEPT DEFLATING. I FINALLY WENT SOMEONE ELSE TO GET THEM REPLACED…”
Nov 8, 2005 · Power Train
“I HAD A COMPUTER PROBLEM IN MY CAR (ACURA INTEGRA 2001) AND I WENT TO THE ACURA OF AVON DEALERSHIP TO HAVE IT LOOKED AT. THEY TOLD ME THAT THE COMPUTER NEEDED TO BE REPLACED AND THE IDLING VALVE. I…”
Jun 20, 2005 · Tires Crash 1 injury
“2001 ACURA INTEGRA DEVELOPED PROBLEMS WITH THE MICHELIN XGT V4 TIRE EQUIPMENT. THE VEHICLE SKIDDED OUT OF CONTROL ON WET PAVEMENT.***NO ANSWER REQUIRED***. *MR THE CONSUMER'S SON WAS INVOLVED IN TWO…”
Oct 10, 2002 · Engine And Engine Cooling
“I WAS DRIVING HOME FROM THE STORE AND THE CAR JUST STOP RUNNING. HAD IT TOWED TO ARLINGTON ACURA IN PALATINE. 1275 E DUNDEE RD. , PALATINE, IL. (847) 991 9000 BECAUSE THE CAR WAS STILL UNDER WARRANTY…”

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 2001 ACURA INTEGRA. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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