Pocket rocket Mid-Engine 660cc 6MT JDM only Honda S660 Review | It is a Baby NSX | JDM Masters

The Honda S660 is a two-seat sports car which fits in the very small Kei car category. It is manufactured by the Japanese manufacturer Honda. The car weighs approximately 830 kg with the manual transmission and 850 kg with the CVT automatic. A prototype was shown at the November 2013 Tokyo Motor Show, the major Japanese auto show event. It is the successor to the Honda Beat (in terms of size), and the Honda S2000 (In terms of "S" models used in Honda). The naming convention of using the letter "S" followed by the engine displacement is a long-held Honda tradition going back to Honda's first production car, the Honda S500.
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[@onur4739]

Must say the design of both exterior and interior is marvelous. Would love to own one of these as a daily.

[@zoufmalade]

I don't know why we can't have the kei cars in Europe, that would make so much sense in our narrow streets and roads. Plus the fuel efficiency and the ecofriendlyness is totally on par with most of Europe target regarding CO2 emissions. I would have that as a daily any day.

[@rolon-ew5kl]

zoufmalade here in the US we can import them after they are 25 years or older. Some people have imported some old kei cars already. It is not easy you have to find a reputable dealer that does it right if anything is wrong in the paper work it can get crushed. Also there is extra taxes to be paid. If we never got it parts are hard to find with imported cars.

[@junkman6456]

A hard competitor to the Smart too. And the last uses one piston more. In some versions. Had a Smart roadster.

[@MisterFixit69]

it has probably something to do with safety (same thing with the Nissan r24) , safety regulations are killing small cars like these in Europe nowadays.( if the first Smart car came out now , it wouldve been banned)

[@eliseiodagiu5519]

I believe they could sell them in britain, it at least makes sense.

[@JippaJ]

Because Europeans are too tall ;)

[@HondaProJason]

I just found your channel and WoW! I'm hooked, keep up the great content and love the syle of the videos

[@V1_JFN]

Absolutely love japanese Kei cars, especially sports kei cars. New channel logo looks great too! Maybe sticker merch soon? :)

[@williama.3652]

This car on this video looks so cool 👍

[@jermainec2462]

It's sooooo cute .... I want one !!!!!!😍😍 And I'm a grown ass man ... A Honda gocart mini NSX 💯

[@LaSouthernGemini]

Good point.

[@ericspace121]

So glad it's a manual. I really hope manuals settle into a good steady niche with these new sports cars. I don't ever want the experience of shifting my own gears to go away.

[@havoc010101]

The design of the car was immaculate, I would love to see what aftermarket tuners would do this car. Great video, keep the content coming!

[@mattbudesa3038]

Yeah man. Thing would be a blast to drive. Wish we got these in the states.

[@1nvd]

@@mattbudesa3038 look up the liberty walk kit. Makes it a mini NSX

[@SALTYDATTO]

You guys kick ass. Thank you so much for these uploads. Your channel is EXPLODING!

[@TheBobes]

Thanks JDM Masters. Who needs sleep anyway, right?

[@nileju5061]

I think japanese Brands should import these small cars in EU. It would be a good alternativ to very expansiv and rare electric & hybrid cars for driving in cities

[@rootedorganically4911]

Nileju funny it seems like people from all parts like this car I love it to I wish that could make this but with durable plastic panels instead of the exterior that dents and fades

[@nileju5061]

@gilbert martinez i don't understand

[@probrosp]

Nice backround info on the engineering. I like Hondas approach of prioritizing the best solution over decision through authority. Sadly it's rarely common practice and that really annoys me as an engineer. Too many people without any clue at all are in management positions.

[@stevenmitchell5319]

I wish we could get Honda's like this in Canada.

[@Pete-z6e]

Steven Mitchell , don’t waste your apostrophes, you may not have any left when you actually need one.

[@Wildstar40]

Yeah me too.

[@jackmakackov7077]

that thing would have absolutely zero traction in the snow

[@Wildstar40]

@@jackmakackov7077 It won't make it through a 8 foot deep sippy hole and it won't tow 40,000 lbs but then again it is not a snowmobile, a swamp buggy or a Mack truck now is it.

[@yiyinyu9679]

I used to own a Suzuki Cappuccino in UK, now I live in Canada, I wish they could bring in the KEI cars, north American's cars are boring

[@mynamesdavee]

You have a great presenter voice to let you know, love to hear more in a podcast even! Keep up the awesome content! 👍

[@Paladinforthewin_xx]

Just bought one as my daily and I love it

[@ESR66]

The sales numbers for this car in North America would be through the roof.

[@kayEnt3rtainm3nt]

If I sat in that thing *my head* would be through the roof 😂

[@thegooddoctor6719]

I would almost give up getting a C8 for this. Almost that is........

[@alfredofettuccine9425]

ESR66 That’s precisely why they made it a convertible 🤣

[@Anthony-uu4hq]

I'd buy it, depends on the price though. I bought the 2019 Corolla XSE hatchback last year, in manual of course, and will probably get the 250hp Corolla hatch when it comes out in 2022 unless a better option becomes available at that time.

[@MarttiSuomivuori]

To get the American out of this car, it needs to be flipped upside down.

[@heilong79]

I have always liked these since they came out, Honda should have released this in Europe with an up rated engine. We can import them but it would be expensive with import taxes.

[@Slaphappy1975]

17:54 You know a car has a small engine when the passenger says, "the response would be 10% better if I wasn't sitting in the car." LMAO

[@Almighty_cornholio]

I own a Honda beat and I'm officially in love with this car

[@ursmalo3103]

Take this design, make it a little bigger, put in a decent engine and it would be a huge success for Honda like with the CRX

[@playablue]

I owned 2 CRX’s yes.....

[@ursmalo3103]

@@playablue Me too, great cars

[@asian_raisin]

Forged internals, fuel system upgrade, bigger turbo and tuned ECU in the future?

[@andrewdanjumbo7584]

Excellent reviews... great attention to all the details, & finally a KZbinr that has a true mastery of the spoken word. Bravo!

[@joshleyva2249]

That's a great looking car. I'd love to see a US version of these.

[@rap1dequal1zer77]

Absolutely!

[@ElReySupr3me]

Well too bad because we wont get any of these cars until 25 years pass for them 😢

[@jonathandunlop6342]

@@ElReySupr3me why?

[@ErectileSceptile]

@@jonathandunlop6342 US Safety regulations don't allow cars like this unless they are 25 years or older.

[@David-bl1bt]

Many, many years ago in my youth I owned a Kei car, it was a Suzuki SC100 " whiz kid", it also was a rear engine rear wheel drive, but was very practical as it had 4 seats. It had loads of kit and was surprisingly cheap to buy. I actually sold it after 2 years of ownership for more than I bought it for new, how often can you do that! I bought it new from a UK suzuki dealer, I loved it. It wasn't particularly fast but so so much fun to drive. There were very few here in the UK, so it attracted a lot of attention and interest as nobody had a clue what it was. An interesting review, Its great to see that these fun cool microcars are still popular. Its a shame that they are only available in Japan.

[@veliddinkutaykocak]

we were waiting to see this car thx Bee R uncle Thank you JDM Masters

[@veliddinkutaykocak]

@GGYTx araba bee r amcanin ondan tesekkur ettim

[@meshies]

I kind of fell out of love with JDM cars after selling my S14 10 years ago, but this channel is bringing me back. Fucking love you guys.

[@meshies]

Can you review more Sport Kei cars? I wanna see them all.

[@faris8734]

Mike B yes mee too and thank you

[@runthatbackagain7126]

There's like 4 lol if you don't count the turbo versions of the box ones

[@ArkaidDeims]

There aren't that many. Currently the S660 and the Daihatsu Copen are the only ones in the market Previous ones are the Honda Beat and the Suzuki Cappuccino

[@runthatbackagain7126]

@@ArkaidDeims And the Autozam. I've seen at least one more around here I just can't remember it

[@hailyseneviratne8113]

I have one. I love it.. One of the best experiences one can have in life is driving this

[@LetsRewindwithCarlos]

That jacket is awesome!! That car still rocking the Del Sol handles for the roof lol

[@aaronbarkley539]

I don’t know what it is about this guy but his stutter and just acting like a normal dude makes it a lot more entertaining to watch rather than someone like SHMEE150 saying “guess what car I’ll sell next then buy?!” Keep up the good work man.

[@Kairupractor]

Most obscure turbo whistle note I’ve ever heard, beautiful car though, absolutely love the S660

[@droy7101]

my camry has no turbo, its na 3.5 litre and makes the same sound. lol. i dont think its turbo thats making the sound.

[@deviklovecraft3835]

I adore kei cars...especially the Autozam AZ-1

[@maxpesh]

These should be sold in Europe, tuned for a few more horses in the engine . I'd buy one of these instantly. C'mon Honda ! Why not ?

[@boomerhgt]

Are you kidding it's fucking tiny unless your built like a jockey a normal sized person ain't gonna fit

[@sgtrubik4901]

@@boomerhgt bro he's 6ft and he fits, u need help with math?

[@yzfr1590]

The explanation was very polite and the camera work was very good and the content was easy to understand. I could feel the goodness of S 660. It's a very good video.

[@PinkPyroGame]

Such a weird small car, i love it!

[@0LukasYagami]

I love how this man have an amazing knowledge of JDM cars, it was fun to see him review one of my dream cars! I love sports kei cars, especially the S660, looks like a baby NSX! There's something on these cars that I can't resist on being small, cute, and absolutely fun to drive, you don't need crazy horsepowers to enjoy it, it is small, you'll feel like in a kart and they pack quite a power for its size, how can you not love it??

[@junkman6456]

like a Lotus.

[@tastyhealth8966]

Nice review ! This little Honda , it looks amazing. Would like the option of the steering wheel on the other side and 300 HP. Cheers from the USA.

[@pimeye]

It just shows what a fantastic car the Smart Brabus Coupe was. Plenty of space under the bonnet and on the shelf over the engine, and a turbo. Easy to take off and store the targa roof, plus the 101 bhp could be chipped to about 118 bhp. If only they hadn’t leaked water +++.

[@omorfinable]

Same targa top latches like the Del Sol's... good things never change lol

[@texaslawdawg1902]

100 x better than US auto journalists. Keep up the good work

[@wiselybob7176]

air sirens in the back ground " Godzilla Godzilla "

[@cbwavy]

I imagined the announcement telling the city to evacuate, some villain that only One Punch Man can handle is destroying the city lol

Godzirra, Godzirra, I say.

[@jacksondevine3870]

@Keith Willis or an air raid siren

[@AJF4Me]

Even with an air raid going on he continues his review! What dedication!!!

[@Tigerex966]

hondas best styling since the nsx, ill buy it.

[@MisterMotel]

that is a thing of true beauty. please share it with the world Honda. We need small cars too,

[@jennjelly]

I want one!!! in either blue or green? i will keep an eye out for my delivery ! haha. Honda !!! you have a beautiful Car there !! and thank you for showing it to us !

[@daisukehoshino202]

Living in Japan I see lots of Miatas, Copens, S2000s etc. on the road with their tops down but believe me the drivers in the S660 definitely look the happiest (in a masochistic way maybe).

[@gryphon123456]

Looks so much fun. Love small “wearable” cars. Wish we had more like this in NA. Well done.

[@InsideOfMyOwnMind]

What do you call the Smart if not wearable at least by the people who crash in them?

[@jorgemejia6801]

InsideOfMyOwnMind haha nice

[@boomerhgt]

A normal person ain't gonna fit my mate had a Copen it was ridiculous trying to fit inside it

[@Mike-jz8hr]

Loved the configuration of the 6 speed manual stick shift specially that the reverse is all the way next to 6 the gear instead of most other stick shift cars like porsche, mini and even Corvettes where the reverse is right next to the 1st gear!!!! ... By the way it was very funny u calling the hard plastic (High quality hard plastic).😉😉

[@rameezahmed3637]

Still surprised we get this here in pakistan and there's a lot of these here and r pretty cheap Can't wait to get my hands on one of these

[@jarekpszuk6944]

pakistan is quite a lot closer to where I live than Japan, don't be surprised if i stop by your place and snatch this honda one day

[@rameezahmed3637]

@@jarekpszuk6944 😂 sure u r welcome to stop by

[@rap1dequal1zer77]

Lucky!

[@Matt.4877]

Its amazing how many of these you see around Tokyo. Great that Honda let a very young designer lead on this project. you can certainly tell. Awesome car. The mk2 is due very soon :)

[@thezanzibarbarian5729]

I just hope Honda sell this in the UK as Daihatsu did with their little Copen. It's looks absolutely bloody cracking :-))...

[@r.i.peperoniiiiroh9625]

The Zanzibarbarian yeah have you seen the daihatsu Copen GR it’s absolutely fabulous I’m really thinking of importing one

[@who919]

So I have to wait 20 years to get it in the States, if I'm still alive at 71☹☹☹

[@Stealthborn]

For me I would be in my early 60s at that point. Thank those d***bags at Mercedez-Benz for encouraging that 25 year rule.

[@youtubespectator669]

bad news, it's actually 25 years

[@-DC-]

Honda should offer this worldwide what a beautiful machine ❤️

[@GethinJames]

Only in Japan. Urgh. I'd love one of those!

[@EdgyNumber1]

The sound of that door closing. Sounded solid!

[@redey1290]

Can't wait until 2045 when I can import one of these lol.

[@ardaakin2658]

I think it came out in 2015 so 2040 in it will be legal

[@pupak3000]

I play with Gran Turismo Sport and the Honda Beat is my favorite car! :D

[@SuperCacahuete93]

I'd like to see this car in France !

[@ARMWRESTLINGCYCLINGFRANCE]

I agree! I want it! But with a K24 in it.

[@3811eric]

I'd like to see more Hyundai N cars in France!

[@boomerhgt]

Too small ridiculous

[@tristan6509]

@@boomerhgt you clearly haven't seen the smart car or the renault twizzy... it's waaay larger than those cars.

[@cengawer]

Great review, thanks a lot. never seen such type of car before. I am not small car guy, but I really like the concept. The design, the details .... are really great. I didn’t understand why Honda doesn’t sell such car in countries with small and narrow street cities and tax system based on engine sizes... it will be great options for customers who lives in such countries. Only what I didn’t like is truck size and it looks. I understand concept and purpose of this car but i believe it still deserves larger trunk with good looking carpet.

[@AlexandersArchways]

I want this car. Reminds me of a modern mr2. Why can't they bring it to North America? I'd buy it in a heart beat.

[@rap1dequal1zer77]

Same!

[@MandyFlame]

Reminds me more of a Del Sol than an MR2, but I’m with you on the “sign me up”

[@jdeo4198]

When i went to Japan last year i saw that Car with a Skibox on roof and some Exterior Moddification and honestly i love it!

[@Pete-z6e]

JDEO , need the skibox,

[@JJ-vp4jz]

I love this guy. Japanese people are so well mannered and professional.

[@12823matthewkao]

he's not japanese

[@M8143K]

@@12823matthewkao yes - he's Sudanese

[@interstate366]

@@M8143K what

[@maryrafuse2297]

I would love to see these sold in North America. Perfect for my husband who commutes, visits hospitals and calls on people all day. Perfect one person car with built in driving fun.

[@MrRodrigo1250]

Americans: hey, look at my new small car (Sentra, 1.8L 4.63m length) Japenese: hold my Sake...

[@erwinmaes3105]

Amercans: i only got a small 2.0 four cylinder European be like: wow, look at that big block

[@arf4056]

Captain's dressing style is very nice.And thanks for good content keep it up!

[@vincentechung3952]

Look like the model "delsol' early 90 .

[@tonskie0160]

I'm thinking the same thought. The roof latch and roof rubber lining are very close to Del Sol design.

[@adnelortiz]

Agreed!

[@chuclater7121]

Yep, spot on!

[@222kiryu]

I used to own a del Sol. I loved that car. I hope they can bring this to the US market.

[@CorpseExplosion]

Design of this is beautiful - front end is very modern NSX looking. I just read an older SpeedHunters article about modified versions at a previous TAS, but actually stock looks so clean.

[@jdeo4198]

Its funny how its like Smaller than a Miata 😂

[@m0rph3u1st]

Sounds like a fun car to have. Why it's not sold outside Japan? I loved the engine sound and that turbo whistle. Pretty sure there could be a S660 trophy based on this car, just as is.

[@thatjokerperson7062]

Need one Is it based off any us car i can buy? Chassis swap time?

[@virenvs905]

The real question is: can we put an civic type R engine in there

[@thatjokerperson7062]

@@virenvs905 turbo k swap

[@r.i.peperoniiiiroh9625]

You can put a Suzuki swift engine in it but the Suzuki swift isn’t in the USA...

[@thebrain9384]

I've owned a Honda Sport 600, it was a fun car. The Smart car is sold in America, there's no reason this car couldn't be sold here. It would sell well everywhere in the world.

[@theenthusiast9708]

As a small lady I've been really interested in KEI cars lately. Would love to import one of these! But it must be a pain to get help to do maintenance or mod it if the only resources for info and community is Japanese? D:

[@Em12k]

Not at all man. Its still a honda engine

[@8116tm]

@@Em12k A Honda engine not sold in NA, hence everything would have to be imported... through a translator. Good luck.

[@urbanizeddreams]

One of my new favorite kei cars! I wish they sold these in Canada.

[@PWCDN]

beautiful car, don't understand why they don't design cars like this for the NA market. Just make it bigger. Current Honda non-suv's are ugly

[@SeraphCrimson777]

Because Americans don't want small cars. The best selling vehicle in NA is the F150, and has been for like 5+ years.

[@jamie49868]

If you make it bigger, it changes what it is. This car looks like it would be fun, but you still have to get in and out. I would imagine they would sell a few just on novelty, but it's not practical and would it even meet safety standards with out adding a bunch of crap and ruining it? It's one of those "I like the idea" but I wouldn't own one, cars.

[@Stealthborn]

Arguably one of the best cars that Honda makes right now and the best car that Honda currently makes that isn't in the U.S.

[@onfin3al6]

660 motor , when Honda makes 1300 motors for bikes , now that's messed up .

[@harmoniumteacher]

The engine size and car dimensions are limited to government Kei car size in order to pay low taxes. Anything larger incurs tax penalties.

[@MrEtherguy]

Also it only makes up to 63 hp. Most 600cc streetbike engines make more than that, some even up to 120 hp stock. But it's meant for economy, hence the 19+ second quarter mile.

[@ytascoobs]

This car would soank my 1,400cc Chevy Spark 2019 😂😂

[@yolovegas1499]

Imagine this car with a k20/24. As a stick shift.... I would get one

[@InsideOfMyOwnMind]

@@yolovegas1499 It would be a death trap but that's why we want them.

[@GeoffSeeley]

It looks like a fun little car! Thanks for reviewing it guys!

[@colhapablap]

waiting for the truck review

[@MokokoMokoko]

Behind the car and it has sun shield written br rom on it. Just a car carrier. The owner sold his own r34 gtr to buy it. Costs more than that.

[@EnthusiastAustralia]

Makes you wonder why Honda is pulling out of Australia, They've always built reliable quality.

[@dimdaisjimbo]

Hello from Athens Greece Very interesting your channel and the detailed way you present the cars. Please test the nc mx5 behind Happens to own a 2.0l mx5 Thanks

[@rolon-ew5kl]

Dimitris the NC definitely is underrated people in the miata community be hating them. The NC is one of the most daily miata. Would not mind one for daily I would keep my NA as a project car.

[@alexhong8204]

Fantastic review Ken ... didn't realise how much quality is in this Kei car until I came across your video. Is ridiculously expensive to get one in Singapore. A few were imported but that was it.

[@maxmoovin]

America the land of giants, six foot plus +, 200 LBS, would not consider this go-cart, micro-car as a feasable, useful daily driver. The trunk space is barely enough to fit a Supersize me meal for one person.

[@mosessupposes2571]

Sad isn’t it? Not all that many over six feet tall really, but the number of grossly obese Americans is disgusting. No fun cars for them 😂

[@TomHaynes360]

i want to drive that, and have one. its so nice, and the sound it makes yes

[@xcofcd]

I bet this drives great. But it's a shame it doesn't have a little more power. About 200hp would be perfect ;)

[@vigossvirus666]

About 200? With that weight thats crazy

[@ardaakin2658]

Kei cars are limited to 64ps you cant make it 200 even if you do so it wouldnt count as a kei car

[@chrisdef15]

Honda can’t but with mods it could be possible. Would be pretty extreme though.

[@cranky1812]

I guess K24 will do the job

[@jmirsp4z]

@@cranky1812 when will people learn that these cars are so small that you can't just swap engines into them at will... there's no way in hell you would fit a K24 in there...

[@alterglobo]

My BIGGEST AUTOMOTIVE FRUSTRATION was not to be able to drive this lovely little thingy. Why Honda kept it JDM only still is beyond me. It baffles me. I would surely have given up any vehicle imaginable to have this: - Sub 900 kg weight - Mid-engined - Manual - Low centre of gravity - Low carbon footprint Basically for those of us who REALLY enjoy driving while not being oblivious of our planet, our fellow earthling-mates and even our children. Unique little car. Little lovely gem.

[@krrk6337]

Damn. Why Honda didn't make this a global model?

[@Luis-un8do]

Maybe it's too small? It's the only thing I could think of

[@krrk6337]

@@Luis-un8do but I think its size is about Elise?

[@TrinomCZ]

I'm worried, that the reason is the popularity of SUVs in the western world.

[@kimoliburd8829]

@@krrk6337 it's alot smaller. Even smaller than the MRS.

[@ziqrsx]

@@TrinomCZ and Americans only wan't trucks anyways.

[@grahambeech4634]

What a great looking car. Get it on sale around the world Honda. Great video too.

[@SherwoodMa63744]

I'd consider purchasing one if they were sold in the U.S.

[@PWCDN]

Never gonna happen, Americans are obsessed with horsepower and noisy cars. Maybe in Europe where they have a greater appreciation for all things cars. I would be in the same boat as you though.

[@ThomasColeFZ]

Excellent video. I've never even heard of that car before. Please keep up the good work. Look forward to seeing more of these videos. Best wishes.

[@zone47]

The USA is too stupid to like and enjoy sporty cars anymore. At least we still have the GTI and Civic available.

[@Gruuvin1]

The USA is too stupid to like this? Where are you?

[@nobustrive1405]

Hope get same displacement in 4 cylinders and dual system injection with port and direct too. The engine get smooth performance.

[@trdjody]

Wish could own one in the US 😭

[@kenmoore7195]

Which this was available in Australia. I commute 130 Ks each way and this would make the journey fun. I am a keen motorcyclist in my early 60s and have two Honda motorcycles in my Man Cave and I would be prepared to scarifice one for this beast. By the looks of it, it is not inexpensive. Maybe some other bikes would have to go as well however after watching this it looks like it would be worth it. Love the cabin ! Love the standard equipment too. What a shame it isn't here in Australia.

[@enespolatdemir765]

japonic

[@redvivid]

I love thrashing this thing around in Gran Turismo Sport online lobbies. Fun little competent car.

[@moisesezequielgutierrez]

Ah yes, the VTEC Miata. Smol Sports Cars are best Sports Cars.

[@rolon-ew5kl]

Moisesezequiel Gutierrez agree I drive a miata and it is fun.

[@jasonmcelroy1938]

The white DB8 ITR in the background has my complete attention!!!

[@Eneskarakus0]

Bu araba türkiyeye gelsin satar 660cc vergiside az ama aracın boyutlarını biraz büyütmeleri gerek

[@ardaakin2658]

Yapamazlar kei car olmaktan çıkar

[@YouKnowMeDuh]

I thought the Suzuki Cappuccino was a cute find. This car has similar dimensions, and is still in production, unlike the Cappuccino. Very nice.

[@mtacoustic1]

Cute! But please, don't keep standing in front of the car while your'e talking about it.

[@VG22.]

MORE POCKET ROCKETS PLEASE ! WISH we could get these in the states

[@castanza128]

Sadly, the engine bay looks too small to k-swap it.

[@mattbudesa3038]

Right. That would be awesome.

[@juancarlosbatmanHAA]

There is always a way to install that. (Gone sexual)

[@krisnadiimam4556]

Im sure u can stroke it to 750 or even 800 if u really want, or convert it to positive displacement supercharger. Or go on a diet.

[@castanza128]

@@krisnadiimam4556 Probably a Huyabusa swap would be the way to go. Or maybe rotax snowmobile engine.