What is the Honda S2000?
The Honda S2000 is a two-seat convertible sports car with a naturally aspirated VTEC engine, rear-wheel drive and a manual gearbox. Honda created it as a focused sports car, distinct from its everyday models, with a folding fabric roof and a compact cabin.
Honda introduced the S2000 in 1999, marking its 50th anniversary. Its name refers to the original 2.0-litre engine, and the car became known for its high-revving four-cylinder design.
S2000 generations
The AP1 designation covers the S2000 from 2000 to 2009 in the listed markets. In 2005, Honda updated the car with a 2.2-litre engine that delivered more torque at lower and middle engine speeds, along with changes to the design and equipment.
AP2 identifies US and Canadian versions from 2004 to 2009. The designation overlaps with AP1 because the names describe versions used in different markets.
Engines and fuel consumption
All listed versions use petrol. The UK range has a 2.0-litre engine, while US and Canadian versions span 2.0 to 2.2 litres. A special S2000 version introduced variable gear ratio steering, which adjusts the steering ratio according to speed and steering angle.
The lowest UK figure is 9.9 L/100 km on the NEDC test. In the US, the EPA’s best combined rating is 21 MPG, equivalent to 11.2 L/100 km in the listed figures. Canada’s lowest figure is 11.6 L/100 km on the NRCan 5-cycle test. Test procedures differ, so each figure is best read within its own market.
Where was the S2000 sold?
The S2000 was sold in the UK, the US and Canada from 2000 to 2009. Official European Union registration figures list 37 cars in 2010, all with a 2.0-litre petrol engine.
Questions and answers
What engines did the Honda S2000 have?
The UK range used a 2.0-litre petrol engine; US and Canadian versions had 2.0- to 2.2-litre petrol engines.
How economical is the S2000?
The lowest listed figure is 9.9 L/100 km on the UK NEDC test. The US EPA best combined rating is 21 MPG, and Canada’s lowest NRCan 5-cycle figure is 11.6 L/100 km.
What do AP1 and AP2 mean?
AP1 covers 2000–2009 in the listed markets. AP2 identifies US and Canadian versions from 2004 to 2009.
Was the S2000 sold in Europe?
European Union registration figures list 37 cars in 2010, each with a 2.0-litre petrol engine.
