Overview & Reviews

The 2006 Honda S2000 receives electronic drive-by-wire throttle control and stability control. A smart maintenance minder has also been added, along with headrest-mounted stereo speakers and an outside temperature gauge. Styling revisions this year include new seat, console and alloy wheel designs. Stated power output for the S2000's engine has dropped slightly due to Honda's adoption of a new SAE horsepower-rating procedure.

• Agile chassis, rev-happy engine, precise gearbox, minimalist design, optional hardtop, high level of performance for the price.

• Engine could use additional low-end torque, minimalist design also means a lack of features, shrill engine note at high rpm.

User Reviews:

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  California Coast Highway 1 - 2006 Honda S2000
  By Phil - August 11 - 10:41 pm

  I recently returned from the coast in my pre-own certified 2006 S2000. What a blast! The car is nimble yet responsive with cat quick handling. Surprisingly my wife and I was able to transport enough luggage and supplies for the weekend trip with space left over. XM radio reception was fine, but its nothing like the whine of the engine against the redwoods, tight curves and straightaways. The 4-cylinder V-Tech is an absolute monster that leaves me longing for an excuse to head to the coast again. Although I am tall I had no problem with the comfort. In fact the only complaints are tired facial muscles from grinning like a 2-year old, and a sun burn from refusing to let the top up!

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  2.5 years later - 2006 Honda S2000
  By Matt - August 11 - 7:49 am

  I remember seeing this car when it debuted at the auto show in 1999 and said Im getting that. I bought the car new, and after 2 and a half years and 25k miles its still like new. The car handles like a dream, Ive driven it on the track and the "Tail of the Dragon" and it never ceases to amaze me. For Jim the previous review, the brakes do not fade if you upgrade the brake fluid to a high temp fluid. I rarely have the stereo on, and the gas mileage when looking at the cars performance and motor, its to be expected. Buy a civic if those bother you. The car definitely followed where the s800 left off.

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  Love our Lolita in her red dress!!!! - 2006 Honda S2000
  By Jim - June 10 - 8:06 pm

  How much do you need to love a car to give her a name? We recently bought a red 06 with only 8K miles on her. We are a family of Hondas - when my spouse bought her CRV in 2005 I sat in a s2000 in the showroom and said "hey babe Im gonna buy you one of these" I knew that one would end up in the garage eventually. All my Honda experiences have been excellent, 2 Civics, said CRV, and now the S2K. What a car! It just DARES you to drive it. The gearbox is butter, the sound is magnificent, the interior is Honda simple, the seats are comfy. Styling is understated, but menacing in an anime sort of way. Mash the throttle in second, spool her up to 7K rpm and hold on! Turbos are for whimps, baby!

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  Best driving experience... - 2006 Honda S2000
  By john carlton - April 17 - 4:25 pm

  S2000 is almost 10 year old now and still I would not change it with a brand new Z4, Miata, Solstice, Sky and even a Boxster. Unlike most cars, S2000 is a purpose built driving machine. Engine, transmission, and chassis is not shared by any other model. Engine is small, light and powerful. Best manual transmission available in ANY car: short, precise, excellent feel. Chassis is so stiff, the rear tire was also raised when I was jacking up the front! The engine is located completely behind the front axles, and the rear is a tad heavier than the front. The steering response is unreal immediate response to any steering input. S2000 is designed to give you the utmost driving satisfaction...

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  Do you like to drive? - 2006 Honda S2000
  By motosuzi - February 21 - 4:47 am

  If you love the driving experience, this is the car to buy. I wouldnt advise anyone to buy it for comfort or the sound system. Honda threw in some nice leather seats and a stereo for people like me who drive it to work everyday. I just wish I could get to the curves more and mute the stereo and listen to the engine. Its an amazing little car.

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  Guys, buy one before you get married. - 2006 Honda S2000
  By Mako1969 - October 30 - 3:05 pm

  This two-seat roadster fits like a glove, and it makes a mere trip to the grocery store exciting. Recaro seats hold passengers in firm comfort, and the dash board mounted controls are all a finger touch away from the racing inspired steering wheel. Performance suspension/steering and 17" low profile tires provide plenty of feedback from the road, and it corners like its on rails. Acceleration and braking are superb. Gas mileage is fantastic for a performance car and it of course is built with the legendary Honda reliability. Overall, the blend of styling, performance, and fuel efficiency cannot be beat for the money. Like the title says, guys, buy one BEFORE you get married!

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  My favorite toy in the box - 2006 Honda S2000
  By randy t-texas - May 29 - 11:01 am

  I have never had more "fun" in any car I have ever driven. I had a MG-B in my late teens, and I loved the car but hated all the issues. This is my MG that runs. Have a rough day at work? Just go out, hop in and drop the top. Even if it is to only go to Starbucks for a brief break, it will put a smile on your face. When I do get out of town, get a little back road thing happening, its a go-cart on steroids. It handles like my Ducati motorcycle, just with 4 wheels. I can honestly say, when it comes to the bang-for-bucks ratio, I have never been more pleased with a car purchase.

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  Perfect Roadster - 2006 Honda S2000
  By Hondo - May 20 - 3:17 pm

  If you are after a true roadster, then this "is" the car. I have owned it now for two years, and each time I get in it, its as if it was the very first test drive of the car, never loses the excitement. For a roadster, this car is very comfortable, tightly put together, and perfect handling and response. I really get on it on the curves, and have still yet to find its limit, thank God. The rigidity for a convertible is amazing. You want Fun, drop the top and find some curves.

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  Endless Fun - 2006 Honda S2000
  By Old Goat - April 28 - 10:50 pm

  I have owned this vehicle for 2 years and there has not been a day when my daily driver hasnt caused a broad smile on my face. And then there is the grin caused by a winding mountain road. Priceless. The engine is a little miracle: sedate if you like, or an angry little monster if you punch it. Undoubtedly the best manual transmission around. The handling is fantastic. The pedals are perfectly placed (heel-toes all day long). The soft top is the fastest and simplest around. Totally reliable. Totally Honda. A perfect auto enthusiasts car. No good if you are looking for creature comforts.

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  Second Time Around - 2006 Honda S2000
  By Greg Aldrich - March 29 - 9:47 pm

  I had an 05 S2000 and loved it. Had to sell it when we dropped down to a 2- vehicle household and vowed that it would be replaced by another ASAP. I picked up a 2006 with 3800 miles on it and life is good (again). I looked at Boxsters, Z-4s, SLKs (I do not consider the MX-5 to be in the same class) and still could not come up with a valid, logical reason to buy any of them. For the money, this is simply the BEST roadster out there. The drivetrain is as close to perfection as one can get. It handles great and is as solid as if it were milled from a piece of billet. If you are of average stature this car is very livable as a daily driver and is quite comfortable on extended road trips.