The 2008 Honda S2000 delivers about 237 horsepower in US-spec form, with roughly 162 lb-ft of torque. This figure comes from Honda's AP2-era 2.2-liter engine and is widely cited for the 2008 model year.
Context and what the number represents
The S2000’s power output comes from Honda’s F-series engine lineup used in the AP2 generation. For the 2008 model, the car uses the F22C1 2.2-liter inline-four, tuned to produce peak power at high engine speeds. horsepower figures can vary slightly by market and by whether the rating uses SAE net or other measurement standards, but the US-spec 2008 road-going car is typically listed at 237 hp (SAE net) with about 162 lb-ft of torque.
Below are the main figures by generation and market to provide context for the 2008 model:
- AP2 (2004–2009, including 2008): F22C1 2.2L inline-four, 237 hp (SAE net) at 7,800 rpm
- Torque: 162 lb-ft (SAE net) at 6,500 rpm
- Redline: approximately 9,000 rpm
- Notes: Some marketing materials and non-US markets have listed slightly higher numbers (often citing 240 hp), but the US-spec 2008 rating remains 237 hp. Differences can arise from SAE vs other measurement standards.
These numbers reflect a high-revving, naturally aspirated engine that emphasizes peak horsepower at high engine speeds, a hallmark of the S2000's driving character.
Additional details
How it compares to earlier S2000s
Earlier AP1 models (1999–2003) used the 2.0-liter F20C engine and were rated at about 240 hp, with torque around 153 lb-ft. The AP2 update increased displacement to 2.2 liters and tuned the engine to deliver 237 hp with higher torque, maintaining the car’s reputation for a lively, high-revving powerband.
Measurement standards and market variations
horsepower can vary depending on whether SAE net, SAE gross, or other standards are used, which markets the car was sold in, and whether certain engine tweaks were applied for specific regulations. For the 2008 US-spec S2000, 237 hp (SAE net) is the standard figure most commonly cited.
Summary
The 2008 Honda S2000 produces 237 horsepower (SAE net) with about 162 lb-ft of torque, reflecting the AP2 2.2L engine’s tuning for higher torque at mid-range while retaining a high-revving character. While some sources list 240 hp in other contexts, the widely accepted figure for the 2008 US-spec car is 237 hp. For enthusiasts, that power, delivered at high engine speeds, remains a defining trait of the S2000’s spirited performance.