Saleen S1
A lightweight, carbon-fibre American sports car born from racing pedigree.
- Power
- 450 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 3.5 s
- Top speed
- 180 mph
- Est. value
- $100k–$160k
About the Saleen S1
The Saleen S1 is a compact mid-engine sports car designed to fill the void left by the legendary S7, focusing on agility and power-to-weight rather than raw displacement. Built around an all-aluminium chassis with a full carbon-fibre body, it was originally intended for mass production in China before the venture collapsed, shifting focus back to low-volume US assembly. The 2.2-litre turbocharged engine is a proprietary Saleen design, delivering 450 hp in a package weighing just over 1,200 kg. It offers a visceral, driver-focused experience with a traditional manual gearbox and a chassis honed through the Saleen Cup racing series.
Saleen S1 specs
The Saleen S1 produces 450 bhp (336 kW) and 475 Nm (350 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 3.5 seconds and has a top speed of 180 mph (290 km/h).
| Make | Saleen |
|---|---|
| Model | S1 |
| Trim | 2.2 |
| Years | 2018–present |
| Type | Sports car |
| Body style | Coupé |
| Country | United States |
| Production | About 1,500 built |
| Original price | About $160,000 when new |
| Engine | 2.2-litre turbocharged I4 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 2,200 cc (2.2 litres) |
| Induction | Turbocharged |
| Power | 450 bhp (336 kW) at 7,000 rpm |
| Torque | 475 Nm (350 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 7,500 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 3.5 s |
| Top speed | 180 mph (290 km/h) |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,218 kg (2,685 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 369 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is a Saleen S1 worth?
A typical Saleen S1 is estimated to be worth $100,000 – $160,000 (about £75,000 – £119,000).
Its original price when new was about $160,000.
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
Saleen S1 rarity in CarSpot
The Saleen S1 is an Epic card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 76 out of 100. Supercars and serious performance cars, typically worth around £100,000 to £250,000. An Epic card is worth 80 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Saleen S1 fun facts
- Though it shares a visual resemblance to the Artega GT, Steve Saleen maintains the S1 is a completely clean-sheet design with no shared components.
- The S1's engine is a unique 'split-block' design developed by Saleen to provide high-revving performance from a compact four-cylinder footprint.
- The car served as the exclusive vehicle for the Saleen Cup, a 'arrive-and-drive' racing series designed to demonstrate the S1's track capabilities.