The Honda S2000 double roadster began to be produced in Japan in 1999, the debut of this model was timed to coincide with the fiftieth anniversary of the Honda brand. The two-seat car had rear-wheel drive and multi-link suspension front and rear. But the most remarkable thing about the Honda S2000 is the engine: a two-liter four-cylinder "aspirated" with a system for changing the valve timing and degree of valve opening, it developed 240 hp. With. (in the Japanese specification - 250 forces) and was able to spin up to almost 9000 rpm. Thus, a world record was set among serial engines - 120 forces from one liter of displacement without supercharging. All cars were equipped with six-speed manual gearboxes.

Design

Externally, the car looked really great and was attractive on public roads, and in 2003 the model was restyled and began to look even more attractive and aggressive. All production of this model was discontinued in 2009.

The appearance of this model is one of its best qualities. The roadster looks simply gorgeous, with such a car you will definitely not be left without attention on the road. The optics have a shape similar to a petal, and inside the headlights there is a lensed optics that shines just fine. The hood is smooth and does not have various reliefs, but the wings already have them. The bumper is quite massive, it has a pair of ribs along the edges, and in the middle there is a huge radiator grille.

Looking at the Honda S2000 from the side, you notice the large arches, and the rib on the door take the view to a high level. The rear view mirror is mounted on a leg. The rear is also one of the most attractive parts in this car. It also has a petal-shaped optic, but larger. The headlights also have lensed optics. On the trunk lid there is a spoiler with a brake light repeater, it is small, therefore, in addition to it, a second, larger one is often installed. The bumper is massive, and in its lower part there are 2 compartments in which the exhaust pipes are located.

DIMENSIONS

Despite the fact that the wheelbase has remained the same (2,400 mm), the body itself has become 16 mm smaller (it used to be 4,133, and now 4,1117 mm). In height, the car has grown by 18 mm (it used to be 1,270, and now it is 1,288 mm). The width of the machine is 1,750 mm. The wheels are no longer installed with a diameter of 16 inches, but 17 with branded tires from the world famous company Bridgestone RE-050.

INTERIOR

If we talk about the interior of the Honda S2000, then minor changes were made here. For example, the first generation of the car had red seats, but now they are painted in a combined color (red-black). On the console, installed in the center, a chrome insert found its place. Previously, there was an outdated audio system, now it has been changed to a newer, more progressive one. These changes also affected the climate system. The headrests of the seats have received additional speakers, which gave an improved sound quality and listening to it became more comfortable, even with the roof open. When you get behind the wheel of a car from Japan Honda S2000, you feel the inherent spirit of a sports car. The cockpit only confirms this. This is also noticeable in the low seating position, high doors, central tunnel and minimalist interior of a sports car.

When designing the interior design, the design team of the company sought to reflect a true sporty style in it. You can see it in the simple, clean lines, the digital instrument panel found on racing cars, the steering wheel controls, all of which are reminiscent of the world of competition and speed. Designing the semi-circular digital instrument cluster, the engineering team was inspired by the prestigious Formula 1 racing scene. As long as the ignition is off, the instrument panel is a dark space, but illuminated in orange as soon as the key is turned in the ignition switch. The range of the engine speed sensor is numbered up to 10,000 rpm, and the red zone is located in the range from 9,000 to 10,000. A red “Engine Start” button has found its place near the steering wheel, which starts the power unit of the car. The seats have a comfortable anatomical shape and well-developed support with built-in head restraints that follow the shape of the contours of individual safety arches. These seats can firmly hold the passengers sitting on them even during steep maneuvering. As a choice, the buyer will have two colors for painting the interior - red and black.

Special attention was paid to the quality of materials used for upholstery of panels and seats inside the car. Realizing that the interior of the car with the roof open will be exposed to the sun, finishing materials were used taking into account their resistance to ultraviolet radiation. There is also a new storage compartment between the seats and a pair of cup holders that can be closed with a sliding lid. On the steering wheel there is already the well-known company emblem of the Japanese company. The updated panel still allowed to set the clock. As a separate option, you can install a hard top, which will allow you to escape the cold in winter. The size of the luggage compartment is not so large and equals only 152 liters of usable space, but do not forget for what reason and for what cars of this class are bought.

Specifications

4 types of engines were offered, the power of which was approximately the same, they are all gasoline and atmospheric:

1. The first is a 2-liter unit, which produced 240 horsepower. This power allowed the car to accelerate to hundreds in 6.2 seconds, and the maximum speed was 240 km / h. It’s hardly worth talking about consumption, but we’ll talk - 13 liters in the city and 8 on the highway.
2. Next, we have a unit of the same volume, but its power is 10 horsepower higher. He consumes 8.6 liters in the combined cycle. Unfortunately, nothing is known about its dynamic performance.
3. Now, a 2.2-liter Honda S2000 engine with a capacity of 237 horses. This motor showed itself in dynamics as well as the very first one, but the maximum speed was only 1 km / h higher. Nevertheless, the consumption in the city also remained equal to 13 liters, but on the highway it was already 9.
4. The last engine, despite the fact that its power is only 242 hp with a volume of 2.2 liters, it showed the best acceleration to a hundred, which is 5.7 seconds. The maximum speed was the same 240 km / h, but nothing is known in terms of consumption.

The engine was paired only with a manual gearbox, which has 6 steps.

PROS AND CONS OF THE HONDA S2000

The advantages are:

• Pleasant appearance of the car;
• Stylish, but at the same time sporty lines;
• Application of LED lamps;
• Wide and big wheels;
• Ability to fold and open the roof;
• Stylish and sporty interior;
• Improved quality of materials used;
• Sports, comfortable seats with good lateral support;
• Interesting dashboard;
• Strong power units;
• Good gearbox;
• Build quality;
• High speed motor.

Disadvantages of the following plan:

1. The interior is getting a little dated with time given the application of modern trends in recent cars;
2. Small amount of luggage compartment;
3. Tall people will not be very comfortable;
4. Car cost.

Honda S2000 Club Racer

At the 2007 New York Auto Show, a track-oriented special version of the Honda S2000 Club Racer roadster premiered. The car received a stiffer suspension, new tires and an aerodynamic body kit, which included a front splitter, a modified rear bumper and a rear wing that increases downforce by up to 80% compared to the regular version. In addition, instead of a fabric convertible roof, the Honda S2000 Club Racer uses a lightweight removable aluminum top, and in order to reduce weight, the designers removed the spare tire and air conditioning from the car, which have become additional equipment. As a result, the mass of the model was reduced by 90 kg.

Other special versions of the Honda S2000

In the same 2007, the Honda S200 Type S version appeared, which is a modification of the Club Racer for the Japanese market with softer suspension settings, a fabric roof and other tires. A total of 100 of these machines were produced. At the Geneva Motor Show 2009, the Honda S2000 Ultimate Edition was presented, timed to coincide with the completion of the model's production. This special edition features a hard top, Grand Prix White exterior, red leather interior and graphite-colored alloy wheels. Under the hood is a 240-horsepower two-liter VTEC engine. A similar modification for the UK market was called the GT Edition 100, where the number indicates the total circulation of the model. Today, you can buy a Honda S2000 in Russia only in the secondary market. The price of a roadster varies on average from 600,000 to 1,000,000 rubles. There are not very many offers, and tuning options for the model can cost much more.

In the end, I would like to say that despite the large-scale update, the Honda S2000 has become better. This affected, first of all, the exterior of the car, some sharp lines appeared, new light-amplifying equipment, both bumpers changed. The inside is also much better. This affected the quality of the materials used, the quality of the assembly itself. The dashboard has become more pleasant to look at, and the seats have received good lateral support and a confident shape with working headrests. The motor has now become more voluminous, but consumption has not greatly affected it. It is also practical and does its job well. The new redesigned manual gearbox allowed faster acceleration.

PRICE

In 2004, the Honda S2000 was slightly modified. The changes mainly affected the interior of the already magnificent appearance. As for the cost, this vehicle with low mileage (up to 50 thousand) can be purchased today for 25-30 thousand US dollars.

The Honda S2000 is a Japanese rear wheel drive sports roadster manufactured by Honda from 1999 to 2009.

The article will focus on the history of the Honda S2000, an overview of the car, the legendary engine, technical specifications and sales in Russia.

“Honda S2000 is an absolute pleasure to drive,” was the official slogan of the model, perhaps there is no better slogan in the automotive world, which so accurately reflects the character of the car.

The concept was first shown in 1995, hinting at re-releases of Honda's first sports models, the S500, S600 and S800. 4 years later, on the 50th anniversary of the company, the world saw the result of the efforts of the best engineers of Honda, the world saw the Honda S2000.
1995 Honda S2000 concept car.
The 2-seater convertible looks sporty and graceful, the long bonnet, wide wheel arches and servo-powered drop-top give the Honda an aggressive look and inspire respect in the traffic.

No effort or money was spared on the anniversary car, the best was installed on a sports roadster. The atmospheric 2-liter engine, which we will talk about separately, has a capacity of 240 horsepower in the European version, and in the Japanese version it produces as much as 250 hp, the Japanese removed 125 forces from one liter of working volume, the unit got into the Guinness Book of Records.

The legendary Honda engine S2000 F20C1

A tremendous amount of work has been done on the body and chassis, which makes the Honda S2000 a truly unique car. The body rigidity for a convertible is astounding, based on an X-frame, with the engine and transmission low to lower the center of gravity and reduce body roll in corners.

X-shaped frame

The interior is made in a sporty style, there is nothing superfluous here, a couple of buttons, and nothing more, and all attention is paid to the driver. The glove box is hidden between the seats, and 2 pockets. There's only 5 cubic feet in the trunk, but who cares? If you want more storage space, buy a Honda Odyssey.

Nothing extra in the S2000 interior
The Honda S2000 handles superbly, the steering response is instantaneous, the suspension is firm, and the bucket seats don't let you dangle in corners.


At one time in this class, the Honda roadster was unmatched, as Jeremy Clarkson (ex-TopGear presenter) can attest. In one of the issues they compared Porshe, BMW and S2000, and so the latter turned out to be much to Jeremy Clarkson's liking.

The release is a must!

Restyling 2004 AP-2
By 2004, the Honda S2000 model was updated, the car became more civil, the suspension softened, and the steering lost its sharpness a little. The engine has increased in volume, it has become 2.2 liters, and the cut-off of the red rev zone has shifted to 8,200 rpm.

"Champion's Heart"

The car has many advantages, suspension, transmission, bodywork, but the pearl of this shark is its heart, in the case of Honda it is the 1,997cc F20C engine. see 240 horsepower (Japanese version 250 hp).
By tradition, the motor is equipped with a VTEC valve timing system, the unit spins up to 9000 rpm, when you need to switch speed on a regular car, the fun begins at the S2000.

The survival of the motor at 9000 rpm is ensured by forged steel parts like the Honda NSX.
Due to the specific power from 1 liter of working volume of 125 horsepower, the motor got into the Guinness Book of Records. Not a single manufacturer has removed such power from a naturally aspirated 2-liter engine for a whole decade, after 10 years, the record was broken by a unit from the Ferrari 458.

The Honda S2000 was produced until 2009, in honor of the end of production, Honda released a farewell version of the sports convertible. The car was painted white, had a hardtop, graphite-colored alloy wheels and a red leather interior.

The model was limited to 100 units, each car had its own serial number.

This is how the production of the legendary car, the Honda S2000, ended.

Specifications

(dimensions are in millimeters)
Production date:1999-2009
Country of origin: Japan
Number of doors: 2
Number of seats: 2
Length: 4135
Width: 1750
Height: 1290
Wheelbase: 2405
Ground clearance: 130
Drive: rear
Front chassis: independent, double wishbone
Rear chassis: independent, double wishbone
Gearbox: 6-speed "mechanics"
Acceleration to 100 km/h: 6.2 seconds
Maximum speed: 241 km/h
Fuel consumption: 9 liters per 100 km/h
Weight: 1240 kilograms
Fuel tank volume: 50 liters

Engine 2.0 liter F20C1
Index: F20C1
Volume: 1997 cm3
Power: 240 hp 8300 rpm (on the Japanese modification 250 horsepower)
Torque: 218 Hm 7500 rpm
Number of cylinders: 4

Engine 2.2 liter F22C1
Index: F22C1
Volume: 2157cm3
Power: 240 hp 7800 rpm (on the Japanese modification 250 horsepower)
Torque: 220 Hm 6800 rpm

Price

In Russia, it is realistic to buy a Honda S2000 at a price of 850,000 to 1,600,000 rubles.

Video

Who doesn't remember the Honda S2000 in Fast & Furious? here are a few cuts to remember!

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2009 Honda S2000 Ultimate Edition; top car design rating and specifications

In the 90s, a song was often played on the radio, in which the following words were heard: "I bought myself a Honda car, Honda ...". So if you decide to take a swing at a Honda car, but not just any, but the Honda S2000, we sincerely shake your hand - the choice was made correctly! Let's dive into history. Model S2000 was dedicated to the 50th anniversary of the existence of Honda. It is a sports car that was produced for 10 years, from 1999 to 2009. It became a continuation (and very successful!) of the S series roadsters - models 500, 600, 800. It was restyled only once - in 2003. The entire range of Honda.

Exterior

The external update that touched the Honda S2000 and which acquired the factory name AP2 is almost no different from the previous model. The responsible designer of the company's sports department, Shigeru Uhara, was well aware that a sharp change in the appearance of the car could only harm her. But despite this, the car received brand new rear and front bumpers. Also, the changes affected the front and rear optical light-amplifying system, which gained LED content. The shape of the exhaust pipes were changed, which received an oval design, and also changed the shape of the rear spoiler, which is conveniently located on the luggage compartment. Generally speaking, the car of 2003 is distinguished by nominal changes in the direction of sporting qualities. This is partly noticeable in the shape of the nose of the car and headlights. With the use of brand new front lamps, in which three light sources were installed, the luminous flux increased.

A strong low beam projector beam (HID) has found its place between the turn lamp and the high beam lamp. The body part of the car was made entirely of steel, except for the hood, which was made of aluminum. With the help of well-balanced proportions, the car is elegant and muscular. The presence of chiseled and sharp lines indicates the excellent dynamism of the roadster. With the help of a short front overhang, a rather low bonnet line and widely spaced wheels, the car gets an aggressive look. The side of the car is also impressive. The shape of the door panels was changed, with the help of which it was possible to increase by 20 mm the free space in the elbows and shoulders of the passengers sitting in front. The side gives the feeling that the car is designed to cut through the air currents. This is partly true, because the Honda S2000 car has good aerodynamic performance.

Vyshtampovki, which are visible on the door and side of the car, give it more originality and playfulness. Mirrors for rear visibility are painted to match the entire car. The soft roof of the roadster is adjusted and decomposed for 6 seconds using an electric drive. The hardtop will only be offered as an option. The aft part of the Honda S2000 also has a reshaped rear bumper and a pair of oval-shaped exhaust pipe tips made of chrome. The new lighting is represented by the presence of LED lighting technology, which greatly improves the brightness and speed of turning on the lamps, which are covered with a transparent bulb. A little deeper, the rear fog lamp has found its place, near which there is a turn signal lamp in a reflective housing. Along the edge were located combined side lights signal / brake signal. Also, side marker LED lamps in a reflective housing found their places on the car from the edge. All this gives the roadster more dynamism. Due to the small size of the car, it turned out to minimize the weight and increase the maneuverability of the roadster.

Dimensions

Despite the fact that the wheelbase has remained the same (2,400 mm), the body itself has become 16 mm smaller (it used to be 4,133, and now 4,1117 mm). In height, the car has grown by 18 mm (it used to be 1,270, and now it is 1,288 mm). The width of the machine is 1,750 mm. The wheels are no longer installed with a diameter of 16 inches, but 17 with branded tires from the world famous company Bridgestone RE-050.

Interior

If we talk about the interior of the Honda S2000, then minor changes were made here. For example, the first generation of the car had red seats, but now they are painted in a combined color (red-black). On the console, installed in the center, a chrome insert found its place. Previously, there was an outdated audio system, now it has been changed to a newer, more progressive one. These changes also affected the climate system. The headrests of the seats have received additional speakers, which gave an improved sound quality and listening to it became more comfortable, even with the roof open. When you get behind the wheel of a car from Japan Honda S2000, you feel the inherent spirit of a sports car. The cockpit only confirms this. This is also noticeable in the low seating position, high doors, central tunnel and minimalist interior of a sports car.

When designing the interior design, the design team of the company sought to reflect a true sporty style in it. You can see it in the simple, clean lines, the digital instrument panel found on racing cars, the steering wheel controls, all of which are reminiscent of the world of competition and speed. Designing the semi-circular digital instrument cluster, the engineering team was inspired by the prestigious Formula 1 racing scene. As long as the ignition is off, the instrument panel is a dark space, but illuminated in orange as soon as the key is turned in the ignition switch. The range of the engine speed sensor is numbered up to 10,000 rpm, and the red zone is located in the range from 9,000 to 10,000. A red “Engine Start” button has found its place near the steering wheel, which starts the power unit of the car. The seats have a comfortable anatomical shape and well-developed support with built-in head restraints that follow the shape of the contours of individual safety arches. These seats can firmly hold the passengers sitting on them even during steep maneuvering. As a choice, the buyer will have two colors for painting the interior - red and black.

Special attention was paid to the quality of materials used for upholstery of panels and seats inside the car. Realizing that the interior of the car with the roof open will be exposed to the sun, finishing materials were used taking into account their resistance to ultraviolet radiation. There is also a new storage compartment between the seats and a pair of cup holders that can be closed with a sliding lid. On the steering wheel there is already the well-known company emblem of the Japanese company. The updated panel still allowed to set the clock. As a separate option, you can install a hard top, which will allow you to escape the cold in winter. The size of the luggage compartment is not so large and equals only 152 liters of usable space, but do not forget for what reason and for what cars of this class are bought.

Specifications

It eats a similar non-weak power unit of about 14 liters of fuel. At low revs, pickup isn't surprising, but things change once the needle reaches 4,000 to 9,000 rpm. Complete set with an automatic transmission was not provided. Almost flawless handling is provided by the presence of widely spaced wheels, a rigid body and the operation of the stability control system. It is worth noting that at first you will have to get used to the lightning-fast steering, where the reaction is very fast. Thanks to the update, the 2.0-liter power unit was discontinued, and it was replaced by an improved 2.2-liter gasoline engine. It has in itself the presence of 237 or 242 horsepower. The old 6-speed manual gearbox was also slightly changed - the first 4 gears were made shorter, which made it possible to accelerate the car faster, and the last two were lengthened.

After the update, the rear suspension was reconfigured, which added stiffness, which made it possible to improve the behavior of the car, which became more predictable when cornering. It was based on a strong, but at the same time, lightweight aluminum frame, which has an X-shape, built into the body. Front and rear is an independent hodovka - two-lever and multi-link system. Steering is carried out by means of a built-in electric amplifier with disc brakes on all wheels (front ventilated), which are equipped with an ABS system.

Crash test Honda S2000

Price and configuration

In 2004, the Honda S2000 was slightly modified. The changes mainly affected the interior of the already magnificent appearance. As for the cost, this vehicle with low mileage (up to 50 thousand) can be purchased today for 25-30 thousand US dollars.

Pros and cons of the Honda S2000

The advantages are:

• Pleasant appearance of the car;
• Stylish, but at the same time sporty lines;
• Application of LED lamps;
• Wide and big wheels;
• Ability to fold and open the roof;
• Stylish and sporty interior;
• Improved quality of materials used;
• Sports, comfortable seats with good lateral support;
• Interesting dashboard;
• Strong power units;
• Good gearbox;
• Build quality;
• High speed motor.

Disadvantages of the following plan:

1. The interior is getting a little dated with time given the application of modern trends in recent cars;
2. Small amount of luggage compartment;
3. Tall people will not be very comfortable;
4. Car cost.

Summing up

In the end, I would like to say that despite the large-scale update, the Honda S2000 has become better. This affected, first of all, the exterior of the car, some sharp lines appeared, new light-amplifying equipment, both bumpers changed. The inside is also much better. This affected the quality of the materials used, the quality of the assembly itself. The dashboard has become more pleasant to look at, and the seats have received good lateral support and a confident shape with working headrests. The motor has now become more voluminous, but consumption has not greatly affected it. It is also practical and does its job well. The new redesigned manual gearbox allowed faster acceleration.

A good suspension is not satisfactory, and the steering will allow you to fully control the situation on the road. The Honda S2000 is still designed for two people and has a small luggage compartment. However, do not forget for what purpose this car was created - it is a sporty character with elegant practicality and comfort. This car occupies a worthy place in the line of Japanese cars.

Honda S2000 photo

Model description

The Honda S2000 is a sports roadster that was produced from 1999 to 2009. The first generation (AP1) was produced until 2003, and from 2003 to 2009 they produced the AP2 version, which was a regular restyling.
Honda S2000 competitors: BMW Z4, Mazda MX-5 / Miata, Mercedes-Benz SLK, Audi TT, Porsche Boxster and a number of other similar roadsters.

The Roadster, which was supposed to compete with the best representatives of this class, needed to have something special, something that could surprise buyers and make them spend their hard-earned money. It was the S2000 - F20C engine. Everyone has heard about Honda's success in the field of high returns from the 1st liter of displacement, but here the engineers outdid themselves and got 125 hp. from 1 liter. Since the car has two of these liters, the power has reached 250 hp. Unfortunately, this motor was only available on the S2000 for the Japanese market, the rest of the world was supplied with vegetable 240-horsepower versions.
The restyling (S2000 AP2) used the same engines, but for the North American market a 2.2-liter 240-horsepower F22C engine was created. Unlike the high-revving F20C, which revved up to 8900 rpm, the F22C had a cut-off already at 8100 rpm.

Find out more about these legendary engines below by selecting the S2000 model you are interested in. Here are collected the characteristics, problems of these motors and their causes, what kind of oil to pour and its volume. And also, engine tuning, we will tell you how to raise the already considerable power to even greater heights.