2000 Honda S2000 Review
Price Estimate: $7,284 - $11,010





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Edmunds' Expert Review
by the Edmunds Experts
Pros
- Agile chassis, rev-happy engine, minimalist design.
Cons
- Not much low-end torque, plastic rear window.
What’s new
Honda brings out the high-revving, high-horsepower S2000 for 2000. The S2000's naturally aspirated inline four makes an amazing 240 horsepower, sending it to the rear wheels through a six-speed manual gearbox.
Edmunds says
A sports car that makes few compromises, the 2000 Honda S2000 is one of the more visceral cars sold in America. And yes, that's a good thing.
For sale near El Paso, TX
23 listings
- 120,717 miles
- Water damage reported, 10 owners, personal use only
- 4cyl manual
- Sky 1 Auto (564 mi away)
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AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Issue reported
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
20 Combined MPG (18 City/23 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: JHMAP1144YT004634
Stock: 200HONS2000YT004634
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 06-08-2025- 157,841 miles
- No accidents, 4 owners, corporate fleet vehicle
- 4cyl manual
- Car Mart of Dallas (584 mi away)
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Located in Rowlett, TX
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AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: No
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
20 Combined MPG (18 City/23 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: JHMAP1146YT002531
Stock: 002531
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 06-04-2024
Vehicle overview
It's all about that little red button. Located on the left side of the driver's console and labeled "engine start," the button reflects the racing heritage found on the S2000 roadster.
Honda's new two-seat, open-topped roadster is based on the SSM concept car first shown at the 1995 Tokyo Motor Show. Designed to be fun to drive, the S2000 uses a front-engine, rear-wheel-drive configuration. As is often the case with Honda's newest performance vehicles, the S2000 contains many new technological advances that will surely trickle down to less-expensive models as time rolls by.
The centerpiece is an all-new, 2.0-liter, DOHC four-cylinder engine. It is equipped with an updated version of Honda's VTEC system, which can alter both valve timing and valve lift. The VTEC system allows the engine to produce maximum power while still being tractable enough for urban driving. If you need proof of Honda's technological prowess, look no further than the specifications: 240 horsepower at 8,300 rpm and 153 pound-feet of torque at 7,500 rpm. Twist the key, hit the red start button, and the engine will give you the highest specific output (120 horsepower per liter) of any normally aspirated mass-production engine in the world. It will also spin to speeds that most other engines would choke on -- redline is 8,900 rpm. If this still isn't impressive enough, Honda also says that the engine will meet low-emission vehicle status.
Power is routed though a six-speed, close-ratio transmission. The transmission is a compact design and features a direct shift linkage with excellent feel and short throws. A Torsen limited-slip differential is standard equipment.
Honda's expertise is also evident in the S2000's responsive handling. The exceptionally rigid chassis has an ideal 50/50 front-to-rear weight distribution. Both the suspension and power-steering systems feature new designs for Honda. The suspension is a four-wheel double-wishbone type with a racing-inspired "in-wheel" design. And in place of a conventional hydraulic power steering, the S2000 uses an electrically assisted system. This makes the steering feel much more responsive.
Visually, the S2000 is compact and angular. The convertible top is power operated, but the rear window is plastic, not glass. There is only one version of the S2000, so all cars get 16-inch wheels and high-intensity discharge headlights as standard equipment. For occupant safety, Honda says it has designed the car to absorb as much crash energy as possible. It also has installed seatbelts with load limiters and pre-tensioners, driver and passenger airbags and roll bars. Inside, the S2000 comes with air conditioning, a digital instrument panel, a CD audio system and leather seats.
Honda's new roadster should provide an excellent alternative to the BMW Z3, the Mercedes-Benz SLK and the Porsche Boxster. Out of that group, the S2000 is the most performance-oriented. It's not as apt at city use, nor does it have the prestige that comes with owning a car with a BMW or Mercedes badge. But for a true (and less expensive) driving experience, the S2000 is the car to get.
Cost to Drive
Monthly estimates based on costs in Texas
$171/mo for S2000 Base
S2000 Base
vs
$145/mo
Avg. Compact Car
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Buy it for Speed, Own it for Life!
5 out of 5 starsbmoreys2k, 12/28/2009
2000 Honda S2000 2dr Convertible
When the S2000 was launched I was fortunate enough to have been working at American Honda's headquarters in Torrance. Knowing that it was hand built along with the NSX in Japan is one thing but seeing first hand how the engineering of this vehicle delivered the highest horsepower per liter of any production vehicle at the time was just as astonishing. I have owned this AP1 for years … and have enjoyed every minute of it. The AP1 S2000 have a 9K rev limiter and handle with precision. Buy it for speed, own it for life.
Stupid me ... I almost bought a Mustang!
5 out of 5 starsHappy S2000 Owner, 05/10/2008
2000 Honda S2000 2dr Convertible
This car is phenomenal . It is the most fun to drive car that I have ever driven. It does everything well, it's fast, well balanced, corners like it's on rails, blah, blah, blah and it is affordable and reliable. A combination which is unbeatable.
A Humming Bird with Wheels
5 out of 5 starsRobbie C, 02/20/2004
2000 Honda S2000 2dr Convertible
The car is great. It's fast. It's
simple. It's reliable. The more I
drive it, the more I appreciate it, and
the more I admire Honda for building
such well thought-out products. A well
cared for used S2000 is a great car.
2000 Honda S2000
4.63 out of 5 starsLarry Saccone, 04/28/2002
2000 Honda S2000 2dr Convertible
The car is a blast! Most fun I have
ever had driving! Honda reliability
and ferrari like performance!
2000 S2000 Highlights
Engine Type | Gas |
---|---|
Combined MPG | 20 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $171/month |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 5.0 cu.ft. |
Drivetrain | rear wheel drive |
Safety
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
- Small Overlap Front Driver-Side TestNot Tested
- Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side TestNot Tested
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – Original0
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – OriginalNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Roof Strength TestNot Tested
- Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintNot Tested
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