S2000 specs car and driver

Find all the key specs about the honda s2000 roadster from fuel efficiency and top speed, to running costs, dimensions data and lots more. Find the engine specs, mpg, transmission, wheels, weight, performance and more for the 2009 honda s2000 roadster 2d. We read every comment, so subscribe and stay connected for more. Jul 18, 2019 and to help you get a sense of whether a 15yearold honda is a better buy than a new car, mazda graciously lent me a 2019 miata to compare against a bonestock 2004 s2000which happens to be my. Power and associates vehicle dependability study premium sports car class for 2004, 2006, and 2008 and consistently held one of the top three positions. Read more and see images of this revived s2000 at car and driver. Considered flawed in its day, has the passage of time seen the appeal of the highrevving, naturally aspirated honda s2000 grow. Select from one or more dropdowns below, to find the right car for you. I also do preventative maintenance to my vehicle to ensure it does not breakdown on the side of the road. It was simply a car meant to fill a spot as hondas sportscar representative.

Engine in the front, drive to the rear, a manual gearbox and absolutely no sign of turbos or superchargers. The engines were originally 2 l naturally aspirated, and later being also allowed 1. We drive the last edition of hondas s2000 roadster. The bottom line the 2006 honda s2000 is a pure driver s car, designed for those who think that cabin entertainment starts and ends with a shortthrow manual shifter. When tossed around, the s2000 feels more like a 2200pound miata or mr2 spyder. The 2003 version of the honda s2000 recently won a comparison test the blow dryers, august 2003 among such leading lights as the porsche. The honda s2000 is an open top sports car that was manufactured by japanese automobile. It was simply a car meant to fill a spot as hondas sports car representative. Power and associates 2004 vehicle dependability studys premium sports car class, and consistently holds one of the top three positions.

You cant go cheap with an s2000, this includes tiresbrakesetc. The ssm was a rearwheeldrive roadster powered by a 2. The car feels light on its feet, and a 2809pound official curb weight surprised us. And to think that it just started as a motorcycle manufacturing company. User surveys have named the s2000 as a favorite for overall customer satisfaction. The result is the same peak output of 240 horsepower, but developed now at 7800 rpm instead of 8300 rpm, and a stronger torque supply that. Donate to help vulnerable communities cope with covid19. But do it right and youre rewarded with a tremendously.

F20c with original 127k mile bottom end head shaved. Honda s2000 weve received a lot of emails and facebook messages lately asking for detailed alignment, ride height and damper setting specs for a few of our project cars including the s2000, frs and s14. I wouldnt recommend a s2000, but if youre seriously responsible, where you pay for the car outright with your own money, youll develop much more respect for the car. Learn more about price, engine type, mpg, and complete safety and. Get the most useful specifications data and other technical specs for the 2006 honda s2000 mt. I have modified the seats to accommodate for the long drive hours. The new s2000 is more flexible and better balanced, but still demonic. One of the last true sports cars of the modern day, the s2000 offers a perfect 5050 balance, a 6speed gearbox, vtec, and 240 horsepower and 153 ftlbs of torque out of. Did you know that honda was the first japanese car manufacturer that released a dedicated luxury brand. Road test of one unconventional 2004 sport coupe, mazdas rx8, takes on nissans worthy 350z and a refreshed drivers favorite, the honda s2000. The bottom line the 2006 honda s2000 is a pure drivers car, designed for those who think that cabin entertainment starts and ends with a short. In the august 1999 issue of car and driver, larry webster wrote this after his first rip in an s2000, this september, sportscar fans, the car of your dreams will finally arrive. Jan 28, 2002 hondas s2000 delivers exhilarating performance.

Find detailed specifications and information for your 2009 honda s2000. Coming into this test, no one gave the s2000 any serious consideration. Super 2000 is an fia powertrain specification used in the world rally championship, the british touring car championship, the world touring car championship, and other touring car championships. It was a car that exploded on the scene with the car magazines salivating over its hardware and performance. But do it right and youre rewarded with a tremendously satisfying. The leather seats will wear if they do not get treated frequently but otherwise it is. Honda said to be resurrecting s2000 as a midengine, rearwheeldrive. The s2000 was on car and drivers ten best list for 2000 through 2002 and 2004. Honda released its acura, in 1986 beating all japanese car manufacturers for the distinction. Honda is showing an s2000 prototype at the tokyo auto salon tuner show to celebrate the car s 20th anniversary the custom s2000 is based on an ap1generation car 19992003 but has an updated.

Detailed features and specs for the used 2009 honda s2000 including fuel economy, transmission, warranty, engine type, cylinders, drivetrain and more. Most important, it emits a delightful, hightech tenor snarl while its doing all this. Additionally, find 2008 honda s2000 warranty and reliability information, such as limits on bumpertobumper coverage and major components. At speed on the track, rain or shine, the s2000 requires unwavering concentration. Hondas twoseat, fourwheel sportbike offers reardrive roadster fun in a spectacularly balanced chassis. The s2000 was on car and driver s 10best list for 2000, 2001, 2002 and 2004. When most driving enthusiasts slip off into dreams of sundrenched, horsepowerinfused blasts down pacific coast highway, cars with the. Road test of one unconventional 2004 sport coupe, mazdas rx8, takes on nissans worthy 350z and a refreshed driver s favorite, the honda s2000. Sep 17, 2019 was the s2000 the last raw driver s car before the dawn of the electronic car era. The custom s2000 is based on an ap1generation car 19992003 but has an updated exterior, suspension, and audio system.

Learn more about price, engine type, mpg, and complete safety and warranty information. Vehicle specifications 2009 honda s2000 honda owners site. I have two dream cars, one is the first generation nsx. Was the s2000 the last raw drivers car before the dawn of the electronic car era.

The leather seats will wear if they do not get treated frequently but otherwise it is a great quality car and worth the buy. Vehicle specifications 2000 honda s2000 honda owners site. Additionally, find 2009 honda s2000 warranty and reliability information, such as limits on bumpertobumper coverage and major components. The 2009 honda s2000 cr is a bad influence in the best. And to help you get a sense of whether a 15yearold honda is a better buy than a new car, mazda graciously lent me a 2019 miata to compare against a. The honda s2000 is still worth worshiping jalopnik.

The lotus elise is a one trick pony and a good one. Honda s2000 resurrected as a prototype for its 20th. Mar 28, 2019 the 2020 honda s2000 still waits for the official confirmation. However, many reports suggest it could come already in the next year. I own one of them, a 2001 ap1 s2000, indyspa yellow. The 2009 honda s2000 is a true sportscar, in the sense that it trades comfort and refinement for speed and performance. Honda s2000 roadster from 1999 specs, dimensions, facts. The final model has previously created about several years back now, and from that time then, there has been nothing else anyone to change it from the collection.

Nov 07, 2012 the honda s2000 is definitely a driver s car. The s2000 was a very decent daily driver and accomodated one full size or two travel bag size sets of golf clubs in the trunk. See indepth 2007 honda s2000 base specs on various areas including. To really make this car safe enough to have fun with, you need to factor in these expenses. Highlighted are the high output of the engine, the high redline, the balanced handling, and the smooth gearbox. Wharfedale zaldek 2000 speaker overview and full product specs on cnet. A highrevving 237hp four turns through a sixspeed manual. I love this sports car and would not trade it in for anything.