Honda S2000 roadster

The S2000 prototype is based on Honda's SSM (Sports Study Model) concept vehicle, first shown at the 1995 Tokyo Motor Show (it was also known as the SSX).

Honda is once again demonstrating its ability to suprise us. The S2000 is a sensational rear-drive roadster. What is better to celebrate the company's 50th anniversary.

Honda S2000 Photo Gallery
Honda S2000 Specifications

A new-generation sports car offering a new styling, outstanding all-round performance, and environmentalism. A dynamic sports car styling reflecting Honda's spirit of challenge in the development of future cars. The sharply designed S2000 is the epitome of pure performance as well as environment protection. The power unit delivers in excess of 120 PS per literand yet qualifies as an LEV (Low Emission Vehicle).A new 6-speed manual transmission was developed to handle the considerable power delivered by the compact naturally aspired 2-liter direct-injection 4-cylinder VTEC engine, delivering exhilarating accelerations and redefining driving pleasure. The Honda S2000 features an electrically-operated convertible soft top and highly rigid body construction of the type normally reserved for closed-body vehicles, providing the foundation for open-air driving enjoyment with outstanding dynamic performance and world-class safety protection. The S2000 also embodies the technological advances developed by Honda engineers over the past four decades on racing circuits around the world. Honda's racing accomplishments include both Formula One Constructor and CART Manufacturer championships, as well as numerous motorcycle racing titles."With today's focus on performance, safety and the environment, the S2000 is the latest edition to Honda's long line of sports cars designed for driving pleasure, while showing the direction for Honda's future car designs," said Hiroyuki Yoshino, president of Honda Motor Co.

Technical Information:

Specifications Length 4115mm (162.0 inches) Width 1750mm (68.9 inches) Height 1285mm (50.6 inches) Wheelbase 2400mm (94.5 inches) Weight 2756 lbs 0-60 mph 6.0 seconds* 0-1/4 mile 14.0 seconds* Drivetrain Configuration Front-engined (engine is aft of front axle), Rear-wheel Drive (FR) Engine 2.0L I-4 DOHC VTEC LEV (Complies with California LEV standards) (Complies with European EURO2000 standards Europe) Power 240hp @ 8300 rpm Torque 151 lb-ft @ 7500 rpm (Torque conversion - 1.0 kg.m = 7.23 ft.lb) Redline 9000 rpm Colors Berlina Black, New Formula Red, Silverstone Metallic and Grand Prix White. (US Market) Transmission 6-Speed MT, no automatic available Roof Actuation electrically operated soft top with plastic rear window Availability Spring 1999 (Japan), September 1999 (North America) Other notes HID Headlamps EPS (Electrically Actuated Power Steering) Motor runs Clockwise (a departure from typical Honda practice) Direct Fuel Injection No passenger airbag switch full-flat frontal barrier test at 55km/h, Offset deformable barrier test at 64km/h Produced at Honda's Tochigi Factory, Takanezawa Plant, Tochigi, Japan * Manufacturer's Estimates

The Honda S2000 prototype is a sports car that combines outstanding vehicle dynamics with advanced environment-friendly technologies.

S2000 Links:
Official Desktop Wallpaper and RealVideo Clips from Honda Japan
Information about the new S2000 from Honda Japan

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