Honda S2000 (99-09) - Review

Review by David Ross on
Last Updated: 07 Sep 2009
4
The S2000 is the car that Honda built to celebrate its 50th birthday and it compares well to more expensive alternatives like the Porsche Boxster in terms of performance and driving enjoyment. It's powered by a superb 2.

Honda S2000 (99-09)

Good looks, well-engineered, hugely impressive engine, great fun to drive

Engine has to be worked, cramped cabin, can be unpredictable in the wet, noisy on the motorway

New price range:

£27,940 - £29,086

Used price range:

£3,150 - £15,229

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Summary

Parkers Rating:

4 out of 5

The S2000 is the car that Honda built to celebrate its 50th birthday and it compares well to more expensive alternatives like the Porsche Boxster in terms of performance and driving enjoyment. It's powered by a superb 2.0-litre VTEC engine which provides stunning performance without using a turbocharger. It does need to be worked very hard though in order to tap into the maximum performance, which can make for tiring albeit involving driving experience. The handling is superb thanks to sharp steering and immense grip, however it can be unpredictable when pushed too hard, particularly in the wet.

Parkers Ratings

Overall

4 out of 5

Performance

4.5 out of 5

Handling

4 out of 5

Comfort

2.5 out of 5

Practicality

2 out of 5

Behind the wheel

3 out of 5

Safety

3 out of 5

Reliability

4.5 out of 5

Running costs

2.5 out of 5

Green credentials

1.5 out of 5

Buying used

4 out of 5

Selling

3 out of 5

Equipment

4 out of 5

What owners say...

 The boot is larger than expected. I was worried that I wouldn't be able to use it for work as I do a lot of building site surveying. The boot fits all my gear including a level staff, tripod and has...  

5 out of 5

Mike Wright ,   29 May 2013    ... read more

 You can get enough luggage in the boot for a week away. But best to use squishy bags as the boot is slightly oddly shaped due to the space saver wheel. However this car is not designed as a load...  

4 out of 5

Peter Wheeldon ,   23 Nov 2012    ... read more

 Nver lets me down. Very important when touring abroad.  

5 out of 5

Carl Windle ,   05 Feb 2012    ... read more

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