2009 Honda S2000: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The biggest news for the 2009 Honda S2000 is that it was the final model year, with production ending in June 2009. There were no major hardware updates to the roadster itself.
About the 2009 Honda S2000
AP2 era (2004-2009), final model year; the CR performance variant is in its second and last year.
Honda positions the S2000 as a compact two-seat sports roadster built around driver involvement. Its core appeal is a rev-happy 4-cylinder engine, rear-wheel drive, a manual transmission, quick steering response, and a low-slung open cockpit that keeps the driver closely connected to the car. Compared with more comfort-focused convertibles, the S2000 is aimed at buyers who want a lightweight sports car with sharp handling and a strong Honda performance identity.
The standard S2000 is the more street-friendly version, with leather seats, air conditioning, an eight-speaker audio system, and a stability-control system. The CR is the more focused performance version, with quicker steering, added body bracing, deeper-bolstered cloth seats, a front underbody spoiler, and a rear wing. Both use a 2.2-liter four-cylinder engine, rear-wheel drive, a six-speed manual transmission, and a limited-slip differential for better traction when accelerating.
What changed, by category
2009 Honda S2000 specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, VTEC, 2.2 Liter | 4-Cyl, VTEC, 2.2 Liter |
| Transmission | Manual, 6-Spd w/Overdrive | Manual, 6-Spd w/Overdrive |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 18 mpg | 18 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 25 mpg | 25 mpg |
| Horsepower | 237 hp | 237 hp |
| Torque | 162 lb-ft | 162 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 5 cu-ft | 5 cu-ft |
| Seats | 2 | 2 |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Alloy Wheels | ||
| Power Retractable Soft Top | ||
| Rear Spoiler | ||
| Leather Seats | ||
Frequently asked questions
Was 2009 the final year of the Honda S2000?
Yes. The 2009 S2000 was the final model year, and Honda ended production for all markets by the end of June 2009.
What changed on the 2009 Honda S2000 compared with the 2008 model?
The trim lineup is recorded with Base and CR additions, but the S2000 received no major mechanical, styling, safety, technology, or structural updates for 2009. Its significance comes mainly from being the final model year.
Did the 2009 Honda S2000 get a different engine or transmission?
No. Both trims use a 2.2-liter VTEC four-cylinder engine, rear-wheel drive, and a six-speed manual transmission.
How does the 2009 S2000 CR differ from the standard S2000?
The CR is the more track-focused version. It has quicker steering, added body bracing, functional aerodynamic pieces, and deeper-bolstered cloth seats, while the standard S2000 is more comfort-oriented with leather seats and a full audio system.
Was the 2009 Honda S2000 available with an automatic transmission?
No. The 2009 S2000 uses a six-speed manual transmission in both Base and CR form.