Does 1994 Integra have VTEC?
In brief, the 1994 Integra did not come with VTEC across all trims; the VTEC-equipped version was the GS-R trim.
The 1994 Integra, part of the DC2 generation, offered several trims in the US market, and the presence of VTEC depended on the model. Below is a breakdown by trim and engine variant, along with a quick note on engines and market differences.
Model-by-model VTEC status
Overview of which 1994 Integra trims used VTEC in the US market.
- RS — non-VTEC (engine code B18B1 in most markets)
- LS — non-VTEC (engine code B18B1)
- GS — non-VTEC (engine code B18B1)
- GS-R — VTEC (engine code B18C1)
The GS-R is the standout VTEC-equipped version for the 1994 Integra in the US. Other trims used non-VTEC engines.
Engine codes explained
Two key B-series engine variants powered the 1994 Integra range in the US: the non-VTEC B18B1 and the VTEC-equipped B18C1 used in the GS-R. This distinction defines which trims had VTEC.
- B18B1 — 1.8L non-VTEC engine used in RS/LS/GS
- B18C1 — 1.8L VTEC engine used in GS-R
Understanding these engine codes clarifies why VTEC appeared only on the GS-R for the 1994 Integra in typical US-spec cars.
Market context and notes
The information above primarily reflects the U.S. market for the 1994 Integra. Other regions sometimes offered different trim names or VTEC variants, but the GS-R remains the canonical VTEC-equipped 1994 Integra in North America.
Summary
Conclusion: The 1994 Acura Integra did not universally have VTEC. Only the GS-R trim carried the VTEC engine in the U.S., while RS, LS, and GS used non-VTEC engines. Engine codes B18C1 (GS-R) vs B18B1 (others) explain the difference. For buyers and enthusiasts, this distinction is essential when evaluating a 1994 Integra's performance capabilities.
