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Rendered Speculation: 2010 Honda S2000 replacement
The Honda S2000 has been on the US market since 1999, and although it's long in the tooth, the rev-happy two-seater still brings joy to drivers with its well-balanced RWD goodness. We're looking forward to an all-new S2000, and according to a few Japanese magazines, we can expect to see the S2K's replacement in 2010. One mag commissioned the above rendering, which incorporates clean, angular lines, similar to those found on recent concepts from Honda and Acura. The topless rendering also exhibits an improved rendition of the aesthetically questionable Honda grille, along with some US-centric chrome rims.
The next generation S2000 is rumored to be powered by a choice of four- or six-cylinder engines, with the four still packing 2.4 liters, but producing around 250 hp, and the a larger 3.5-liter unit putting out around 350 ponies. While a modestly enhanced 2.4 makes sense as the base engine, we're unsure if a larger, heavier V6 is a good call for a vehicle that prides itself on its 50/50 weight distribution and 8,300 rpm redline. Adding a turbocharger would help to keep weight issues at bay, while still providing the added pop enthusiasts crave.
[Source: Carscoop]
Reader Comments (Page 1 of 3)
K 9:18AM (7/07/2008)
I thought I had read that Honda was discontinuing the S2k.
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IK47 1:35PM (7/07/2008)
I'd rather them discontinue it than produce this monstrosity.
Normally, I'd say that Honda needs to do some firings, but in this case, they need to do some crucifixions.
SPG 9:19AM (7/07/2008)
An S2000 replacement with good looks? No longer a "plain track tool". I'm impressed.
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Hamud 9:20AM (7/07/2008)
Too BMW Z4 to me.
But, if this is true, please, loose that grille, it looks awful on the Accord, would look terrible on the S2000.
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Silver 1:08PM (7/07/2008)
Agreed, WAY too much Z4 here. Which is a bad thing, as I think the Z4 is a design abomination.
Torrent 11:55AM (7/07/2008)
If any grille, the Accord coupe's grille is nice.
Craig 6:31PM (7/07/2008)
The front looks like a large hipped girl wearing a thong...
martin 9:21AM (7/07/2008)
still 2.4? when did it have a 2.4 engine to start with
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cheezwiz 9:34AM (7/07/2008)
Never. Unfortunately, it's the trend - more weight, more displacement. How 'bout making it lighter and bringing back the F20C engine for some 2.0 Liter goodness? Otherwise, please don't call this an s2000.
Neil 9:59AM (7/07/2008)
True, that should have said 2.2 as Honda did up the displacement from 2.0 to 2.2 to aid in power delivery.
why not the LS2LS7? 12:24PM (7/07/2008)
Is the weight higher on the 2.2L or the 2.4L versus the 2.0L?
The 2.2L is just a stroked 2.0L and thus doesn't change the weight significantly. This again underscores the error of connecting displacement with physical engine size.
I thought the 2.4L was the same way.
Neither really make sense from a performance point of view, if you can stand to rev it up, the 2.0L outperforms the other two.
Mark 9:22AM (7/07/2008)
i hope the real thing doesnt look like this.
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NT 8:57AM (7/08/2008)
I bet you it won't. It will be uglier, if you remember the sketches for the new Pilot and what it is now.
Menice 9:25AM (7/07/2008)
not what i would have speculated, or rendered.
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John P. 9:29AM (7/07/2008)
looks WAY better than the 1980's inspired current model. Still not great, but a big improvement.
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rav3 11:22AM (7/07/2008)
+1. The S2000 looked horribly dated the day it came out. Could never get over the eighties-style interior...
Ericok 9:30AM (7/07/2008)
Is it actually cheaper to produce an ugly car?
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CH 9:31AM (7/07/2008)
Why does this thing look like the BMW Gina concept?
Has Bangle changed his Employer?
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iSpec 9:46AM (7/07/2008)
Let's just hope Honda's CUV design team stays away from the S2000 after destroying the Pilot. And use some quality materials on the interior instead of decontenting Honda's to death in the name of profit.
The Pilot is now topping $40k and has the low rent appeal of a first-generation Kia Sportage.
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carsteve 9:49AM (7/07/2008)
Bring back the 2.0L with 240 hp and the 9k redline. Make it even better by pumping 250 hp then add a version with a turbo on it for over 300 hp.
You're welcome for the suggestion, Honda. Send me a check.
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