Model year guide

2004 Honda S2000

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2004 Honda S2000 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 2 on record.

2004 Honda S2000 — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2004 Honda S2000 at a glance

Owner complaints5
Combined20 mpg

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

2004 Honda S2000 common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — 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.
Structure
Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.
Visibility
Test wipers, washers, defrosters and all mirrors. Check the windshield for cracks and any camera/sensor for fogging or faults.

2004 Honda S2000 MPG & running costs

Combined20 mpg
City17 mpg
Highway23 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$4,100
EPA size classTwo Seaters
TransmissionManual 6-spd
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$8,500 more

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

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2004 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.

2004 Honda S2000 trims & engines on record

Trims
Base
Engines
2.4L 4-cyl 240 hp

2004 Honda S2000 vehicles on record

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2004 Honda S2000 — frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2004 Honda S2000?

Across all 5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are power train, structure, visibility.

What gas mileage does the 2004 Honda S2000 get?

The 2004 Honda S2000 has a U.S. EPA estimate of 20 mpg combined (17 city / 23 highway).

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