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What engine does a 2000 Acura Integra have?

The 2000 Acura Integra used a 1.8-liter inline-four engine, with higher-performance variants adding VTEC. In short, most models shared the 1.8L family, while GS-R and Type R trims offered VTEC versions with more power.


Engine options by trim


Below is a quick breakdown of the engines you’d commonly find in the 2000 Integra in the United States, grouped by trim.



  • Base/LS: 1.8L B18B1 DOHC non-VTEC, approximately 142 hp

  • GS-R: 1.8L B18C1 DOHC VTEC, approximately 170 hp

  • Type R: 1.8L B18C5 DOHC VTEC, approximately 195–200 hp


In practice, horsepower varied slightly by model year and market, but the core distinction was between the non‑VTEC base engine and the VTEC-equipped GS‑R and Type R variants.


Market variations and naming notes


United States configuration


In the U.S. market, the 2000 Integra lineup typically included a base/LS model with the 1.8L non-VTEC engine (B18B1), a GS-R with the 1.8L DOHC VTEC (B18C1) delivering about 170 hp, and a high-performance Type R with the 1.8L DOHC VTEC (B18C5) producing roughly 195–200 hp.


Other markets


Other regions sometimes used similar B-series 1.8L engines but with different tuning or horsepower ratings. The core configuration, however, remained a 1.8-liter four-cylinder with or without VTEC depending on trim.


Summary


For the 2000 Acura Integra, the engine was primarily a 1.8-liter inline-four. The base/LS models used a non-VTEC B18B1, while higher trims like the GS-R and Type R used DOHC VTEC engines (B18C1 for GS-R and B18C5 for Type R) with increasing horsepower. Always check the specific vehicle’s badge and VIN for exact engine specs, as regional differences and model year updates can affect exact output.

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