Reviews: The 2005 Honda S2000
By Jane Smith
Introduction
The 2005 S2000 is manufactured in JAPAN for Honda. It is Honda's entry into the CONVERTIBLE 2-DR market. It has a retail price of $33,150 USD in 2005.
Fuel Economy
The 2.2L L4 DOHC 16V engine is rated at 20 miles/gallon city and 25 miles/gallon highway off a 13.20 gallon tank. This is average for its class. Flexible Fuel versions are available.
Pricing
The S2000 retails for $33,150 USD with a invoice price of $29,820 USD for the base model with no options. A standard delivery charge of $515 USD is also applicable. Additional options and trim levels can raise the price significantly.
Drivetrain
The S2000 comes standard with a 6-Speed Manual Overdrive transmission and is a rear-wheel drive vehicle. It has a curb weight of approximately lbs. The 4-Wheel ABS front brakes are Disc and the rear brakes are Disc.
S2000 Dimensions
In 2005 the S2000 has an overall length of 162.20 inches and a width of 68.90 inches. It sits a total of 50.00 inches off the ground, with a ground clearance of 4.20 inches. Front headroom is 34.60 inches.
The Ind front suspension gives the S2000 a turning radius of 35.40 inches. It uses 215/45R17 tires with a wheelbase of 94.50 inches.
Specs & Equipment
Standard equipment includes Power Door Locks, Vehicle Anti-Theft, ABS Brakes, Limited Slip Differential, Driver Airbag. While it varies per trim level optional equipment lists CD Changer, Subwoofer, Cargo Net.
Exterior color choices include Berlina Black, Berlina Black with Berlina Black Hardtop, Berlina Black with Black Soft Top, Grand Prix White, Grand Prix White with Black Soft Top, Grand Prix White with Grand Prix White Hardtop, New Formula Red, New Formula Red with Black Soft Top, New Formula Red with New Formula Red Hardtop, Rio Yellow Pearl, Rio Yellow Pearl with Black Soft Top, Rio Yellow Pearl with Rio Yellow Pearl Hardtop, Sebring Silver Metallic, Sebring Silver Metallic with Black Soft Top, Sebring Silver Metallic with Sebring Silver Metallic Hardtop, Silverstone Metallic, Silverstone Metallic with Black Soft Top, Silverstone Metallic with Silverstone Metallic Hardtop, Suzuka Blue Metallic, Suzuka Blue Metallic with Black Soft Top, Suzuka Blue Metallic with Suzuka Blue Metallic Hardtop with interior choices of Black Leather Interior, Blue Leather Interior, Red/Black Leather Interior, Tan Leather Interior. The S2000 seats 2 people with 44.30 inches front leg room.
Standard Warranty
The standard warranty period is 36 months or 36,000 miles. It also has a 36 month/36,000 mile powertrain warranty. Extended warranties are available through the manufacturer or third-party vendors. It's important to check with your dealer to verify all warranties.
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