Paul Maric
2026 Honda Prelude review: Quick drive
We've had the briefest of chances to drive the new Honda Prelude. We like what we see, but how will it be priced for the Australian market?
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Honda Prelude
The new Honda Prelude is a sports car offered in a 2D Coupe body style. Available in Australia from $38,990 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the SI variant and topping out at $51,350 for the Atts.
There are 3 variants of the Prelude available in Australia.
Engine options include 2.2L multi-point injection (118kW/201Nm) and 2.2L multi-point injection (147kW/212Nm). Available with 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic transmissions. All variants feature front-wheel drive.
The new 2001 Prelude is offered with a 3 year, 100,000 km warranty.
Retail Price
$38,990 - $51,350â€
Transmission
4-speed auto or 5-speed manual
Driven Wheels
Front
Fuel Type
Premium Unleaded or Unleaded
Body Types
Coupe
Powertrain Type
Front-wheel Drive
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Retail Price
$38,990 - $51,350â€
Transmission
4-speed auto or 5-speed manual
Driven Wheels
Front
Fuel Type
Premium Unleaded or Unleaded
Body Types
Coupe
Powertrain Type
Front-wheel Drive
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Honda Prelude
Honda Prelude
Features & Specs
Powertrain & Performance
Engine specs, power, and efficiency
Handling & Mechanics
Drive Feel: Steering, Suspension, Ride Quality
Towing & Off-road Capacity
Strength, stability, and off-road performance
Exterior & Dimensions
Design, size, and presence on the road
Interior
Comfort, tech, and convenience inside
Technology
Infotainment, connectivity, and smart features
Safety & Security
Protection, prevention, and alerts
Cost of Ownership
Coverage, maintenance, and peace of mind
Honda Prelude
Available Variants
The Honda Prelude comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Si and the most expensive being Atts.
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Power to Weight
91.83 - 112.64 kW/t
64.19 kW/t
154.14 kW/t
Boot Space
284 litres
115 litres
310 litres
Price
$38,990 - $51,350
$38,990
$99,990
Warranty (Years)
3 years
1 year
3 years
Warranty (Distance)
100,000 km
32,000 km
Unlimited
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Honda Prelude
Dimensions
4,545 mm
1,750 mm
1,315 mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,545 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,750 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,315 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,585 mm |
| Turning Circle | 11,000 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest Honda Prelude is the Si that starts from $38,990.
See all Honda Prelude PricingThe most expensive Honda Prelude is the Atts that starts from $51,350.
See all Honda Prelude PricingThe best towing capacity of a Honda Prelude is null kg offered by the following variants: Si, Vti-R and Atts.
See all Honda Prelude towing capacityThe largest Honda Prelude is the Si which measures 1750mm wide, 4545mm in length and sits 1315mm tall.
The most powerful Honda Prelude is the Vti-R which has 147kW of power from its 2.2L Multi-Point Injection engine.
The Honda Prelude is built in Japan and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Honda Prelude is the Vti-R which weighs null kg (kerb weight).
The Honda Prelude may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Premium Unleaded or Unleaded.
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