The racing-inspired S2000 chassis is comprised of a front and rear double wishbone suspension, an electrically-assisted rack-and-pinion power steering system (EPS), 4-wheel disc brakes and lightweight 17-inch alloy wheels with high-perfo...
Body
The S2000 is an open-topped, two-seat roadster, designed
for
enthusiast drivers. The S2000 uses steel body construction with
the
exception of the hood, which is aluminum. The S2000 body and
interior
also incorporate clas...
6-SPEED MANUAL TRANSMISSION
OVERVIEW
Honda engineers designed an entirely new close-ratio, 6-speed manual
transmission for the S2000. A limited-slip differential was chosen to
ensure continuous application of power to the rear whee...
Overview
The Honda S2000 represents the purest expression of Honda fun-to-drive DNA
with its 2-seat, open-topped roadster configuration and sophisticated front-engine,
rear-wheel-drive platform. As a true sports car that can se...
The S2000 exterior styling portrays an angular, modern and sleek presence,
while the long hood and flared front fenders create the impression of lowness
and mass. The 2008 S2000 CR body includes exclusive modifications for enhan...
The S2000's driver-oriented interior is designed to be functional in much the same way as a purpose-built racecar with excellent outward visibility and simplicity of controls. The ergonomically-engaging driving controls are placed within...
INTRODUCTION
The latest version of VTEC, Honda's advanced variable valve-timing
system, operates the S2000 engine's16 valves (4 per cylinder). This
new system is more compact and tailored to the high-output, high-rpm
operating characteri...
Interior
As with the S2000's exterior, the central design theme of the
roadster's interior is performance. Honda engineers designed
the
interior to contribute to what they call an "interfusion" between the
driver and the car.
...
Chassis
Overview
A front-engine/rear-wheel-drive configuration is used for the
S2000. This "classic" layout is widely regarded for its excellent
handling characteristics and direct, linear response to control
inputs from steerin...
The S2000 powertrain uses a front-engine/rear-wheel-drive layout. The longitudinally mounted engine is mated to a 6-speed, close-ratio manual transmission. A driveshaft carries the output of the transmission to a frame-mounted Torsen lim...
Chassis
Overview
A front-engine/rear-wheel-drive configuration is used for the
S2000. This "classic" layout is widely regarded for its excellent
handling characteristics and direct, linear response to control
inputs from steerin...
OVERVIEW
A front-engine/rear-wheel-drive configuration was chosen for the
S2000. This "classic" layout is widely regarded for its excellent
handling characteristics and direct, linear response to control
inputs from steering, brakes ...
OVERVIEW
As with the S2000's exterior, the central design theme of the
roadster's interior is performance. Honda engineers designed the
interior to contribute to what they call an "interfusion" between the
driver and the car.
The concep...
POWERTRAIN
OVERVIEW
The S2000 powertrain uses a front-engine/ rear-wheel-drive layout.
The longitudinally mounted engine is mated to a 6-speed, close-ratio
manual transmission. A propeller shaft carries the output of the
transmission to...
OVERVIEW
The S2000 is the production version of the stylish SSM concept car
that Honda first showed at the 1995 Tokyo Motor Show. Like the SSM,
the S2000 is an open-topped, two-seat roadster, designed for
enthusiast drivers. The S200...
Powertrain
Overview
The S2000 powertrain uses a front-engine/rear-wheel-drive
layout.
The longitudinally mounted engine is mated to a 6-speed,
close-ratio
manual transmission. A propeller shaft carries the output of the
tran...
S2000 Engine Design
Honda engineers designed the S2000 to achieve an ideal
50/50
weight distribution, a low yaw moment and a low center of
gravity.
They accomplished this by placing the engine and drivetrain as
far
back in th...
Introduction
Overview
The Honda S2000 is a high-performance, 2-seat, open-topped roadster with an advanced front-engine, rear-wheel-drive sports car configuration. Introduced in 2000 as a commemoration of Honda's 50th anniversary, ...
The 2004 S2000 engine has been re-designed and
displacement
increased by 0.2 liters through lengthening the stroke of piston
travel. The 2.2-liter, DOHC VTEC 4-cylinder engine produces 240
horsepower and 162 lb.-ft. of torque while meet...
Powertrain
Overview
The S2000 powertrain uses a front-engine/rear-wheel-drive
layout.
The longitudinally mounted engine is mated to a 6-speed,
close-ratio
manual transmission. A propeller shaft carries the output of the
tran...
Body
The S2000 is an open-topped, two-seat roadster, designed
for
enthusiast drivers. The S2000 uses steel body construction with
the
exception of the hood, which is aluminum. The S2000 body and
interior
also incorporate clas...
Introduction
Overview
The Honda S2000 is a high-performance, 2-seat,
open-topped
roadster with an advanced front-engine, rear-wheel-drive sports
car
configuration. Introduced in 2000 as a commemoration of
Honda's 50th...
Interior
As with the S2000's exterior, the central design theme of the
roadster's interior is performance. Honda engineers designed
the
interior to contribute to what they call an "interfusion" between the
driver and the car.
The conc...