NOTE: I am building this list to highlight the changes between 2004-5 and 2006-7 S2000s as we don't have a single thread that highlights the details in one place. Feel free to add/correct so we can get a definitive thread up!

This is a continuation of the other yearly changes threads.

Changes from MY00, 01, 02, 03 - https://www.s2ki.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=599836
Changes from MY03 to 04-05 - https://www.s2ki.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=483593
Changes from MY06-07 to 08 - https://www.s2ki.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=525439

Also, Technical changes for MY06 - https://www.s2ki.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=340163

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The biggest news for 2006 includes drive by wire, vehicle stability assist, and a new color - Laguna Blue Pearl.

MSRPs
S2000 - $34,050

For the 2006 model year, all Honda horsepower and torque specifications have been updated to reflect revised Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) J1349 (Rev 8/04) net calculations that went into affect in January of 2005. HP is now rated at 237 horsepower at 7,800 rpm and 162 lb-ft. of torque at 6,800 rpm.


The 2006 S2000:

Engine:
- No changes per se - various mechanical changes were made to the car however and are addressed here - https://www.s2ki.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=340163

Drivetrain & Exhaust:
- Drive by wire throttle control system (works with the VSA)
- Vehicle stability assist
- Brake Assist - Braking pressure is maintained momentarily after the driver's initial braking action to help the driver stop promptly. It deactivates when the driver releases pressure on the brake pedal


Suspension & chassis:
- No changes

Wheels & Tires:
- 17-inch aluminum alloy, ten spoke symmetrical radial design

Interior:
- Revised seat design - seats no longer have back pockets. headrests are closed, shape ane leather materials are different
- Standard headrest speakers
- Small map shelf added under passenger side dash
- IP now has an outside temperature gauge
- Center console cover is now black, VSA button located where hazard lights used to be
- SRS passenger airbag is now switched on and off based on passenger weight
- The previous Maintenance Req'd light has been replaced with a new system. Oil life is calculated based on RPM's and operation conditions to determine oil change intervals

Exterior:
- Daytime running lights now standard

Colors:

Laguna blue over black - new color in 2006


Berlina Black over black


New Formula Red over black


Sebring Silver Metallic over black OR red over black


Silverstone Silver Metallic over black OR red over black


Grand Prix White over black


Suzuka Blue Metallic over black


Rio Yellow Pearl over black


Other Stuff:
- Weight increases from 2835 to 2855 lbs
- Maintenance minder system
- Power train warranty extended to 5 years/60,000 miles
- CARB emissions rating is now LEV-2
- Revised HID has new "soft" fresnel lens, so light cut-off is not as sharp

 

Honda Press Releases:

Honda S2000 Adds Performance and Refinement for 2006 - http://www.hondanews.com/categories/903/re...51?archive=2006

2006 Honda S2000 Summary - http://www.hondanews.com/categories/903/re...50?archive=2006

 

Standard Reviews:

 

Honda Press images



Note the revised seats, black center console door, new steering wheel design






















Note the new wheel design - ten spokes in a symmetric radial pattern

 

In 2006 Honda released the S2000 RJ special edition

- F-1 inspired, called the Honda S2000 RJ
- No changes to the performance of the car, just a visual changes
- Pearl White Premium exterior and a red and balck interior
- Has the signatures of Honda’s F-1 drivers Rubens Barrichello and Jenson Button
- Only 50 produced and sold only in Italy, France and Spain

 

2005 Technical specs

http://www.hondanews.com/categories/902/re...48?archive=2006

ENGINE
Type 16-Valve DOHC VTEC Inline-4 (F22C1)
Bore & Stroke (mm/in.) 87.0 x 90.7/3.43 x 3.57
Displacement (cc/cu. in.) 2157/131.6
Horsepower (SAE net @rpm) 240@7800
Torque (lb.-ft.@rpm) 162@6500
Block Material Aluminum Alloy w/Fiber-Reinforced (FRM) Cylinder Walls
Cylinder-Head Material Aluminum Alloy
Valve Train 16-Valve DOHC VTEC
Lightweight, MIM (Metal-Injection Molded), Sintered-Steel Rocker Arms, Low-Fricition Roller-Bearing Cam
Followers, Compact, 2-Stage Cam-Drive with Silent Chain, Scissors Gears and Fully Automatic Tensioner
Fuel Induction System Multi-Point Programmed Fuel Injection (PGM-FI)
Ignition System Electronic
Emission Control Low Back Pressure, Metal-Honeycomb Catalytic Converter
Electric-Motor-Drive, Multi-Port Secondary Air-Asist Injection System
Recommended Fuel Premium Unleaded
Compression Ratio 11.1:1
.
POWERTRAIN
Drive System Type Front Engine/Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual Transmission 6-Speed w/Torque-Sensing Limited-Slip Differential
Transmissions Gear Ratios:
Primary Gear Reduction 1.208
1st gear 3.133
2nd gear 2.045
3rd gear 1.481
4th gear 1.161
5th gear 0.942
6th gear 0.763
Reverse: 2.800
Final Drive Ratio 4.100
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CHASSIS
Type: High X-Bone Monocoque Frame
Front Suspension Independent In-Wheel Double Wishbone & Coil Springs
Rear Suspension Independent In-Wheel Double Wishbone & Coil Springs w/ Stabilizer Bar (27.2 mm)
Shock Absorbers Gas- Pressurized Mono-Tube w/ External Resevoir
Steering Type Electric Power Rack-and-Pinion
Steering Wheel Turns (lock-to-lock) 2.6
Steering Ratio 14.9
Turning Diameter (ft., at wheel center) 35.4
Wheels
Front 17" x 7.0" Aluminum Alloy
Rear 17" x 8.5" Aluminum Alloy
Tires
Front Bridgestone RE 050 P215/ 45 R17
Rear Bridgestone RE 050 P245/ 40 R17
Ventilated Front Disc Brakes (diameter) 11.8 in.
Rear Disc Brakes (diameter) 11.1 in.
Stabilizer Bar (front) 26.5 mm.
Stabilizer Bar (rear) 25.4 mm.
Parking Brake Rear Mechanical
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CAPACITIES
Oil, Engine & Filter (liters/qt.) 5.6
Transmission (qt./liter) 1.56 / 1.48
Cooling System (liters/qt.) 7.6
Fuel Tank (gal. / liter) 13.2 / 50
.
FUEL ECONOMY
EPA Mileage, City / Highway (mpg) TBA
.
EXTERIOR DIMENSIONS
Vehicle Type Front-Engine, Rear-Wheel-Drive, 2-Passenger, 2-Door Roadster
Wheelbase (in.) 94.5
Track, Front (in.) 57.9
Track, Rear (in.) 59.4
Length (in.) 162.2
Width (in.) 68.9
Height (in.) 50.0
Minimum Ground Clearance
Non-Load (in.) 5.1
Full-Load (in.) 4.2
Curb Weight (lbs.) 2835
Weight Distribution (%, Front / Rear) 49 / 51
Power to Weight Ratio 5.4:1
.
INTERIOR & TRUNK DIMENSIONS
Headroom (in.) 34.6
Legroom (in.) 44.3
Hiproom (in.) 49.8
Shoulder Room (in.) 50.7
EPA Passenger Volume (cu. ft.) 45.1
EPA Cargo Volume (cu. ft.) 5.00

 

2005 Features

ENGINEERING FEATURES 2006 Honda S2000
2.2 Liter, 237-hp, 16-Valve DOHC VTEC Engine x
Drive-By-Wire Throttle x
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) x
Torque-Sensing Limited-Slip Differential x
Aluminum-Alloy Cylinder Head and Block w/ Fiber-Reinforced (FRM) Cylinder Walls x
Multi-Point Programmed Fuel Injection (PGM-FI) x
Forged Aluminum Pistons x
Electronic Ignition x
6-Speed Manual Transmission x
Electric Power Rack-and-Pinion Steering x
Power-Assisted 4-Wheel Disc Brakes w/ ABS x
Low Back-Pressure Exhaust System x
Low-Emission Vehicle (LEV-2) Rating x
EXTERIOR FEATURES 2006 Honda S2000
Electrically Powered Soft Top x
High-Intensity Discharge (HID) Headlights x
Daytime Running Lights x
Lightweight Aluminum Alloy Wheels x
Dual-Outlet Exhaust with Chrome Exhaust Tips x
Impact-Absorbing Body-Colored Bumpers x
Dual Power Side Mirrors x
Rear Glass Window w/Defroster x
Body-Colored Hardtop x
Trunk Spoiler x
INTERIOR FEATURES 2006 Honda S2000
Dual Airbags (SRS) x
Air Conditioning with Micron Air-Filtration System x
AM / FM Stereo with CD Player x
XM Satellite Radio x
Headrest Speakers x
Power Windows x
Cruise Control x
Digital Instrument Panel x
Outside Temperature Gauge x
Maintenance Minder System x
Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel x
Leather-Trimmed Seats x
Center Console Storage Compartments w/ Lock x
Beverage Holders (2) x
3-Point Seat Belts with Pretensioners x
Remote-Operated Audio Controls x
Engine Start Button x
12-Volt Power Outlet x
Immobilizer Theft-Deterrent System x
Keyless Entry System with Remote Trunk Release x
Aluminum Shift Knob with Leather x
Aluminum Pedals x
Aluminum Foot Rest x
EXTERIOR COLORS / INTERIOR COLORS 2006 Honda S2000
Laguna Blue Pearl/Black x
Suzuka Blue Metallic/Blue x
Grand Prix White/Tan x
New Formula Red/Black x
Sebring Silver Metallic/Black or Red and Black x
Silverstone Metallic/Black or Red and Black x
Berlina Black/Black x
Rio Yellow Pearl/Black x

 

Saki, great summary. Adding to the Intro FAQ thread links...

 

Hi,

I am a prospective buyer of a new s2000 in Spain, Europe.

I have not been able to find if the 2007 S2000 model has a OPDS built in. This is
the sensor to deactivate passenger AIRBAG automatically.

You say "- SRS passenger airbag is now switched on and off based on passenger weight"

I have a kid of 5 and want to be sure I have a system to deactivate it but
could not find this information for this EU model.

Could you help?

Thank you
wen

 

I would ask the UK & Spain forum folks about this, as these threads are pretty North America-centric, but I do believe the 2006+ S200s have an auto cutoff for passenger airbags based on weight. If not, there are people here who have had them installed in their S2000s.