Exact configuration / US market
2008 / AP2 / RWD
Honda S2000AP2 Base
The standard US-market S2000 with its power-operated soft top, base suspension tuning, steering, tires, and curb weight.
01 / Key facts
Technical specifications
Facts are grouped by system. Expand any row to inspect evidence and its exact source locator.
Identity
6/9- Model year
- 2008
Verified
Model year / cover - Market
- United States
Verified
US-market publication - Body style
- Two-seat roadster with power-operated soft top
Verified
Exterior features / S2000 column - Doors
- 2
Verified
Vehicle description - Seating capacity
- 2
Verified
Interior - Chassis / platform code
- Not recorded
- Factory grade
- S2000
Verified
S2000 column - EPA vehicle class
- Not recorded
- FuelEconomy.gov record
- Not recorded
Powertrain
15/19- Powertrain layout
- Not recorded
- Engine
- Aluminum-alloy inline-four, FRM cylinder walls
Verified
Engineering - Engine description
- Not recorded
- Engine code
- F22C1
Corroborated
Engine identity - Engine position
- Not recorded
- Cylinders
- 4
Verified
Engineering - Displacement
- 131.6 cu in
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Engineering - Bore
- 3.4 in
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Engineering - Stroke
- 3.6 in
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Engineering - Compression ratio
- 11.1:1
Verified
Engineering - Valves
- 16-valve DOHC VTEC
Verified
Engineering - Induction
- Not recorded
- Fuel delivery
- Multi-point fuel injection; drive-by-wire throttle
Verified
Engineering - Fuel
- Premium unleaded gasoline
Verified
EPA mileage and capacities - Engine power
- 237 hp
Verified
Engineering - Power speed
- 7,800 rpm
Verified
Engineering - Engine torque
- 162 lb-ft
Verified
Engineering - Torque speed
- 6,800 rpm
Verified
Engineering - Redline
- 8,000 rpm
Verified
Engineering
Transmission
3/4- Transmission
- Close-ratio 6-speed manual
Verified
Transmission - Driven wheels
- Rear-wheel drive
Verified
Transmission - Differential
- Torque-sensing limited slip
Verified
Transmission - Transfer case
- Not recorded
Gearing
11/11- 1st gear
- 3.133:1
Verified
Transmission / gear ratios - 2nd gear
- 2.045:1
Verified
Transmission / gear ratios - 3rd gear
- 1.481:1
Verified
Transmission / gear ratios - 4th gear
- 1.161:1
Verified
Transmission / gear ratios - 5th gear
- 0.942:1
Verified
Transmission / gear ratios - 6th gear
- 0.763:1
Verified
Transmission / gear ratios - Reverse
- 2.8:1
Verified
Transmission / gear ratios - Final drive
- 4.1:1
Verified
Transmission / gear ratios - Secondary reduction
- 1.208:1
Verified
Transmission / gear ratios - Overall ratio, 1st
- 15.517:1
Derived
Calculated: 1st × final × secondary - Overall ratio, top gear
- 3.779:1
Derived
Calculated: top × final × secondary
Chassis and steering
8/8- Frame / construction
- High X-bone monocoque
Verified
Body / suspension / chassis - Front suspension
- Independent in-wheel double wishbone with coil springs
Verified
Body / suspension / chassis - Rear suspension
- Independent in-wheel double wishbone with coil springs
Verified
Body / suspension / chassis - Steering
- Electric power rack-and-pinion
Verified
Body / suspension / chassis - Steering ratio
- 14.9:1
Verified
Body / suspension / chassis / S2000 column - Turns lock-to-lock
- 2.6
Verified
Body / suspension / chassis / S2000 column - Turning circle
- 35.4 ft
Verified
Body / suspension / chassis - Stabilizer bars, front / rear
- 27.2 / 25.4 mm
Verified
Body / suspension / chassis / S2000 column
Brakes
3/6- Brake system
- Not recorded
- Front brakes
- 11.8 in ventilated disc
Verified
Body / suspension / chassis - Rear brakes
- 11.1 in solid disc
Verified
Body / suspension / chassis - Front rotor diameter
- Not recorded
- Rear rotor diameter
- Not recorded
- Anti-lock braking
- Four-channel anti-lock braking system
Verified
Body / suspension / chassis
Wheels and tires
4/6- Wheels
- Not recorded
- Front wheel
- 17 × 7.0 in alloy
Verified
Body / suspension / chassis - Rear wheel
- 17 × 8.5 in alloy
Verified
Body / suspension / chassis - Front tire
- 215/45R17 87W
Verified
Body / suspension / chassis - Rear tire
- 245/40R17 91W
Verified
Body / suspension / chassis / S2000 column - Wheel fastener torque
- Not recorded
Dimensions and capacity
11/14- Overall length
- 162.2 in
Verified
Interior and exterior measurements - Overall width
- 68.9 in
Verified
Interior and exterior measurements - Overall height
- 50 in
Verified
Interior and exterior measurements - Wheelbase
- 94.5 in
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Interior and exterior measurements - Front track
- 57.9 in
Verified
Interior and exterior measurements - Rear track
- 59.4 in
Verified
Interior and exterior measurements - Ground clearance
- Not recorded
- Curb weight
- 2,864 lb
Verified
Interior and exterior measurements / S2000 column (2,864 lb) - Weight distribution
- 49 / 51
Verified
Interior and exterior measurements - Passenger volume
- 44.8 ft³
Verified
Interior and exterior measurements - Cargo volume
- 5 ft³
Verified
Interior and exterior measurements - Payload
- Not recorded
- Drag coefficient
- Not recorded
- Front head/leg/shoulder/hip
- 34.6 / 44.3 / 50.7 / 49.8 in
Verified
Interior and exterior measurements
Fluids and capacities
6/6- Fuel tank
- 13.2 US gal
Verified
EPA mileage and capacities - Engine oil
- 5.1 US qt
Verified
EPA mileage and capacities - Coolant
- 8 US qt
Verified
EPA mileage and capacities - Manual transmission fluid
- 1.7 US qt
Verified
EPA mileage and capacities - Differential oil
- 0.8 US qt
Verified
EPA mileage and capacities - Washer fluid
- 2.7 US qt
Verified
EPA mileage and capacities
Efficiency
2/3- EPA city
- 18 mpg (US)
Verified
EPA mileage estimates - EPA highway
- 25 mpg (US)
Verified
EPA mileage estimates - EPA combined
- Not recorded
Range
0/1- Total range
- Not recorded
Emissions
0/2- Tailpipe CO₂
- Not recorded
- Emissions classification
- Not recorded
Safety
2/3- Tire-pressure monitoring
- Standard
Verified
Safety - Stability control
- Vehicle Stability Assist with traction control; driver-disable switch
Verified
Safety - Driver-assistance suite
- Not recorded
Body
1/2- Roof
- Power-operated soft top
Verified
Exterior features / S2000 column - Aerodynamic equipment
- Not recorded
Sources used
American Honda's 2008 fact sheet provides side-by-side S2000 and S2000 CR specifications.
2008 S2000 and S2000 CR fact sheet
Primary side-by-side configuration table for the US S2000 and S2000 CR.
- Applies to
- United States, 2008 model year
- Retrieved
- 2026-08-28