Honda S2000 in FH6 — AP1 vs CR, Tuning & Best Build

The Honda S2000 (AP1, 1999-2003) is the purest driver's roadster ever made. Powered by the F20C engine — one of the highest-revving production engines ever — which redlines (in real life) to 9,000 RPM and rewards skilled drivers who keep it in the VTEC engagement zone. Forza Horizon 6 (launched May 19, 2026) includes both the original 2000 AP1 and the harder-edged 2020 S2000 CR (Club Racer) variant.

AP1 vs CR — Which to Buy?

The CR variant has a hardtop roof (more rigidity), slightly higher stock PI, and a more track-focused setup. The AP1 is the original roadster experience — open top, F20C howl. Buy the AP1 for cruising and the CR for serious track work.

Best S2000 Builds in FH6

Drift Build

• Engine: F20C with intake + exhaust + tune
• Drivetrain: LSD (clutch type)
• Suspension: Soft rear springs, lowered
• Tires: Semi-slick drift compound
• Weight reduction: Strip interior

Touge Build

• Engine: F22C swap (from later AP2) for more torque
• Drivetrain: LSD + transmission tune
• Suspension: Stiff track dampers
• Tires: R-compound

S2000 vs Other JDM Roadsters in FH6

• S2000 ($28-35K) — Highest redline, most engaging, premium feel
• Mazda MX-5 Miata ($35K) — Cheaper-handler alternative, less power but lighter
• Honda S660 (in cars.ts as electric city car) — Not a roadster, smaller kei car class

Data verified against the FH6 launch roster (May 19, 2026).

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