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2001 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 variant and topping out at $51,350 for the.
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 - $51,350†
Transmission
4-speed auto or 5-speed manual
Driven Wheels
Front
Fuel Type
Unleaded or Premium Unleaded
Body Types
Coupe
Powertrain Type
N/A
Retail Price
$38,990 - $51,350†
Transmission
4-speed auto or 5-speed manual
Driven Wheels
Front
Fuel Type
Unleaded or Premium Unleaded
Body Types
Coupe
Powertrain Type
N/A
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Honda Prelude
2026 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
2001 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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2026 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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2026 Honda Prelude
News
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2026 Honda Prelude
Frequently Asked Questions
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The Honda Prelude may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Premium Unleaded or Unleaded.
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