Model year guide

2002 Honda S2000

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2002 Honda S2000 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 6 on record.

2002 Honda S2000 — representative photo
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2002 Honda S2000 at a glance

Owner complaints22
Combined20 mpg
Typical price$12,317

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2002 Honda S2000 common problems

Owners have filed 22 complaints with NHTSA. These are the most-reported areas in a sample of the most recent — and what to check before you buy.

Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Engine And Engine Cooling
Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.
Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Vehicle Speed Control
Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Electronic Stability Control
Make sure the stability/traction-control light cycles at startup and no fault stays lit.

2002 Honda S2000 MPG & running costs

Combined20 mpg
City18 mpg
Highway24 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$4,100

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

What's a 2002 Honda S2000 worth?

Low
$6,900
Typical price
$12,317
High
$21,000

From 6 comparable 2002 Honda S2000 listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2002 Honda S2000 costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$20,500
Fuel only$20,500
Per mile$0.27

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2002 Honda S2000 trims & engines on record

Trims
Base
Engines
2.0L 4-cyl 240 hp

2002 Honda S2000 vehicles on record

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Other Honda S2000 model years

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2002 Honda S2000 — frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2002 Honda S2000?

Owners have filed 22 complaints with NHTSA; in a sample of the most recent, the most-reported problem areas are power train, engine and engine cooling, air bags.

What gas mileage does the 2002 Honda S2000 get?

The 2002 Honda S2000 has a U.S. EPA estimate of 20 mpg combined (18 city / 24 highway).

How much is a 2002 Honda S2000 worth?

Comparable 2002 Honda S2000 listings run roughly $6,900–$21,000, typically around $12,317 (from 6 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.