

Josh Nevett
2026 Honda Prelude review
Pros
- Delicious exterior design
- Superb handling
- Ticks daily driver boxes
Cons
- Hybrid powertrain lacks character
- Excessive tyre roar
- Questionable interior trim choices
2 Months Ago
The Honda Prelude returns as a sporty coupe nameplate with a hybrid focus, giving Honda a more emotional model alongside its SUVs and mainstream passenger cars. Historically, the Prelude was known for accessible performance, sharp styling and technology such as four-wheel steering. The new version is expected to lean more toward efficient grand touring than raw sports-car aggression, but the badge still carries strong enthusiast recognition. In Australia it gives Honda a chance to offer something more distinctive than another SUV. Its appeal will be strongest for buyers who want coupe style, Honda engineering and a daily-friendly performance flavour in a market with fewer affordable two-door options.
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The Honda Prelude comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Base and the most expensive being Base.


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2026
$65,000
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| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,525 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,880 mm |
| Overall Width (Inc Mirror) | 2,076 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,349 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,604 mm |
| Turning Circle | 11,600 mm |
| Load Capacity | 376 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
Our Honda Prelude Exterior and Dimensions Page has every measurement you need to know exactly how this vehicle will fit your driving, garage, or work needs.



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Honda Prelude
The cheapest Honda Prelude is the base variant that starts from $65,000.
See all Honda Prelude PricingThe most expensive Honda Prelude is the base variant that starts from $65,000.
See all Honda Prelude PricingThe largest Honda Prelude is the base variant which measures 1880mm wide, 4525mm in length and sits 1349mm tall.
The most powerful Honda Prelude is the base variant which has 135kW of power and 315nm of torque.
The Honda Prelude is built in Japan and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Honda Prelude is the base variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 1850 kg.
The Honda Prelude uses Unleaded Petrol.
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†Displayed prices are based on the drive-away price of the vehicle, which includes delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, and applicable road taxes, based on a Sydney location. However, prices may vary between states and territories, and additional costs such as compulsory third party (CTP) insurance, dealer delivery fees, and optional extras are not included. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.