Honda S2000 Track (Classic)
The Honda S2000 Track is a lightweight, high-revving Japanese roadster built into a sharp track toy, capturing the spirit of Honda’s legendary AP1-era sports car with a more focused setup for sim racing and club-level circuit use. It combines a naturally aspirated four-cylinder, rear-wheel-drive balance, and a chassis that loves being driven hard.
Key Specs (BoP-dependent, typical sim values)
Powertrain: 2.0L naturally aspirated DOHC VTEC inline-4, front-mid mounted, longitudinal
Total Output: ~247 hp (184 kW)
Redline: ~8,900 rpm
Transmission: 6-speed manual
Weight: ~1,275 kg
Dimensions: ~4,135 mm long × 1,750 mm wide × 1,285 mm tall | Wheelbase 2,400 mm
Tires: Performance slicks or semi-slicks on lightweight alloys
Brakes: Ventilated discs with upgraded pads and multi-piston calipers
Layout: Front-engine, rear-wheel drive
In the Simulator Feel
The S2000 Track is a momentum-driven, precision-focused car that rewards smooth hands and commitment. It doesn’t overwhelm you with power, but it makes up for that with excellent steering feel, a playful rear end, and a chassis that communicates everything the tires are doing. In the right hands, it’s one of the most satisfying cars to hustle through technical circuits.
Engine & Sound: The high-strung VTEC four-cylinder is the star of the show, screaming toward the top of the rev range with a sharp, metallic induction note and a classic Honda howls-at-the-moon character. Below the cam change it feels manageable and linear; up top it comes alive with a hard-edged surge that makes every shift feel special.
Handling Characteristics:
Cornering: Excellent front-end bite and neutral balance when trail braking properly. Overdrive the entry and the rear will rotate quickly.
Traction: Good mechanical grip for a lightweight RWD car, but it will punish abrupt throttle application on corner exit.
Braking: Strong and consistent, with enough bite to support late braking and rotation into the apex.
Top Speed: Modest compared to modern race cars, but competitive on tighter tracks where momentum matters more than outright horsepower.
Driving Style Tip: Carry speed, keep the car balanced, and let the engine live in the upper rev range. The S2000 Track shines on flowing, technical circuits where precision, rhythm, and confidence matter more than brute force.
Livery & Aesthetics: The S2000’s long hood, short deck, and low-slung stance give it a timeless look, and the track-focused setup makes it feel purposeful without losing its clean roadster shape. In sim form, it’s the kind of car that looks as good attacking apexes as it does sitting in the paddock.
Whether you’re learning car control or chasing lap time, the Honda S2000 Track delivers one of the purest and most rewarding front-engine, rear-drive experiences in sim racing — a lightweight classic with a big personality.