Tesla-Powered Honda S2000 Produces 500 Horsepower Non-VTEC

This EV build is not for everyone.

The Honda S2000 is a popular vehicle that has been around for ten years. You can find Honda roadster fans at any local car meet, with more than 100,000 units sold in a decade. For that, you can thank the S2000’s involvement in pop culture. The S2000’s popularity was largely due to its open-top driving experience, VTEC power and VTEC speed. Can you imagine a Honda S2000 built for electric? Ryan from Rywire Motorsport Electronics made it possible, and had to enlist the assistance of Tesla. You might be a purist and want to look elsewhere. Ryan is known for his fine builds of Japanese cars Hoonigan, but he hasn’t yet tried to build EVs. This Honda S2000 EV build is all about that.

Ryan had to modify the front end of his car to make it stand out from the rest. He was able to create a bumper that is somehow similar to the Volkswagen ID range with the help of his peers. The wheels were next. Ryan had to make a set aero wheels for the EV look. We think they look great, especially considering their non-symmetrical design, which Ryan and his team somehow balanced.
Tesla-Powered Honda S2000 Produces 500 Horsepower Non-VTEC

The powertrain is next. This electric S2000 produces around 500 horsepower thanks to a Tesla drive unit. A small amount of battery power powers the rear-mounted electric motor. For a total of 38 kWh, there are two Chevrolet Volt batteries. This gives you a range of 120 miles. That’s pretty good for everyday use. Ryan has made some other modifications to make this electric S2000 work. Ryan even managed the complicated electronics. Ryan plans to use this car daily to collect data for his next EV build. Rywire Motorsport Electronics may be able build one for him – even better than the clean-looking S2000 EV revival.