Honda S2000 (99-09) - Review Review by Dan Harrison on 21 July 2006 Last Updated: 07 September 2009 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. 4 out of 5 Other Honda reviews Summary Facts & Figures Equipment Driving & Performance Comfort Costs Safety & Reliability Buying & Selling Also Consider Company Car Info Owners' Reviews Gallery 3 out of 5 Safety The S2000 scored four stars out of five in Euro NCAP crash tests, which put it among the leading roadsters at the time. Traction control was missing (even from the extras list) until February 2006, when it was made optional. Although there are dual front airbags, sidebags are not available but remote central locking is standard and an alarm was fitted to all cars from late 2000. Euro NCAP Provides motoring consumers with a realistic and independent assessment of the safety performance of some of the most popular cars sold in Europe. Visit Euro NCAP for more info Adult Occupant Rating 4 out of 5 Pedestrian Test Rating 1 out of 5 4.5 out of 5 Reliability This is where Honda excels and owners have experienced very few problems with the model since it was launched in 1999. Car check problem points Body No problems reported. Engine/Gearbox No problems reported. Other No problems reported. Car Valuations Find used car prices with Parkers accurate car valuations. Find out more Honda S2000 cars for sale We have 26 models like this for sale. Find Honda S2000 cars for sale Previous: Costs Next: Buying & Selling