2027 Acura Integra Type S Brings Back the Yellow
The 2027 Acura Integra Type S adds a yellow Heritage Edition, new cabin details and more standard equipment, with December arrivals planned.
By Nik J. Miles
Acura is bringing yellow back to the Integra, and it has chosen an anniversary with some substance behind it. The 2027 Integra Type S Heritage Edition celebrates 30 years since the original Integra Type R reached America, combining Blazing Phoenix Yellow paint, copper-finish wheels and a titanium shift knob with the current car’s 320-horsepower turbocharged engine and six-speed manual transmission.
The Heritage Edition carries a $2,300 premium over the standard Type S. That buys exclusive design details and limited-production appeal, while both versions receive new interior treatments and useful convenience equipment. Buyers seeking the driving hardware can therefore choose the regular car without surrendering horsepower.
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2027 Acura Integra Type S: What the Heritage Edition Adds
The new color takes its inspiration from Phoenix Yellow, introduced on the 2000 Integra Type R. Acura describes Blazing Phoenix Yellow as a more vibrant, modern interpretation and says this is the first yellow Integra offered since the 2001 Type R. Against an increasingly restrained showroom palette, finding it in a parking lot should require very little detective work.
Exclusive black Type S badges and copper-finish, 10-spoke alloy wheels complete the exterior treatment. Those wheels measure 19 inches in diameter and 9.5 inches wide. Inside, every Heritage Edition receives the redesigned Ebony upholstery, with yellow seat perforation accents and stitching extending across the steering wheel, doors, center console and shifter boot.
The titanium shift knob draws on the material and shape used for the Japanese-market Integra Type R’s knob. It is a particularly appropriate detail in a car whose manual transmission remains central to its appeal: an anniversary reference the driver actually touches.
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The Type R Connection Deserves Some Precision
The original DC2 Integra Type R was America’s first Type R model, sold here for the 1997, 1998, 2000 and 2001 model years. Its lightweight construction, high-revving 1.8-liter VTEC engine and close-ratio five-speed manual established a reputation that still gives those two letters considerable weight among enthusiasts.
The Heritage Edition celebrates that history through its appearance and selected cabin details. Acura’s announcement lists no exclusive power increase or chassis upgrade for the special edition. The distinction matters when deciding whether to spend the additional money: its attraction is the connection to the original and its distinctive specification.
Acura lists a 700-unit production run. Its release specifies the U.S. market in the headline bullets and dedicated Heritage Edition section, although the opening paragraph says North America. Buyers should confirm allocation details with Acura rather than assume separate national production totals.
Every Type S Gets More Useful Equipment
The standard 2027 Type S gains gloss-black wheels, while both versions receive gloss-black mirror caps and yellow Brembo brake calipers. Inside, dark gray trim spreads across the instrument panel, doors, shifter surround and interior door handles. A diamond pattern on the instrument panel and gloss-black climate-control knobs add further visual changes.
Upholstery choices receive distinct treatments. Ebony brings yellow accents, Orchid adds contrasting blue microsuede stripes, and Red uses black microsuede stripes. More practically, a driver memory seat, reverse tilt-down functionality for both exterior mirrors and memory brake hold become standard. Shared drivers and anyone regularly parking beside a curb have reasons to appreciate those additions.
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320 Horsepower, With a Manual Still Standard
Both versions use a turbocharged 2.0-liter VTEC engine producing 320 horsepower at 6,500 rpm and 310 lb.-ft. of torque from 2,600 to 4,000 rpm. That torque band means the engine’s maximum twisting force is available across a useful stretch of its operating range. The EPA’s explanation of turbocharging describes how compressed intake air lets smaller engines deliver greater output.
A short-throw six-speed manual, automatic rev matching and a limited-slip differential remain standard. Rev matching assists with engine-speed adjustment during downshifts; the differential helps the driven wheels use available traction. Acura has announced no automatic alternative for these Type S models.
The Heritage Edition’s wheel finish does not establish a handling improvement. For ownership, correct tire selection and pressure remain more consequential than the color of the metal inside them.
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Pricing Starts at $55,995 With Destination
| Model | Base MSRP | Including destination | City/highway/combined mpg |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 Integra Type S | $54,600 | $55,995 | 21/28/24 |
| 2027 Integra Type S Heritage Edition | $56,900 | $58,295 | 21/28/24 |
Those totals include the $1,395 destination charge. Acura’s pricing footnotes exclude a $455 premium-paint charge, taxes, registration and dealer-installed accessories. Confirm the paint charge on the specific vehicle’s window sticker before treating the advertised total as the final figure. Dealer prices may vary.
Acura lists identical EPA ratings for both versions. Standardized fuel-economy testing makes comparison useful, while driving habits influence actual consumption. At 24 mpg, an illustrative 12,000-mile year requires 500 gallons; multiply that by your local gasoline price for a straightforward fuel-budget estimate.
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Acura says December 2026 dealership arrivals are planned for both versions. Assembly takes place in Marysville, Ohio, using domestic and globally made parts, with the K20C engine built at Honda’s Anna Engine Plant in Ohio.
The regular Type S offers the stronger value for buyers focused on the engine, gearbox and newly standard conveniences. The Heritage Edition makes sense for enthusiasts who specifically want the yellow paint, copper wheels and Type R references. Pay the premium because that combination matters to you; a limited production run alone cannot promise future collectibility or resale value.
