2026 Honda Prelude - Still Better than we all Thought it Would Be

2026 Honda Prelude
Body style: 2-door, 4-seat sport coupe
Drivetrain: Front-wheel drive
Powertrain: 2.0L 4-cylinder hybrid
Horsepower: 200 hp combined
Electric motor torque: 232 lb-ft
Transmission: Honda two-motor hybrid direct-drive system
S+ Shift: Simulates gear changes with paddle shifters
0–60 mph: About 6.4–6.5 sec
Fuel economy: 46 city / 41 highway / 44 combined mpg
Curb weight: 3,261 lb
Wheelbase: 102.6 in
Length: 178.4 in
Width: 74.0 in
Wheels: 19 x 8.5 in
Tires: 235/40R19
Front brakes: 4-piston Brembo calipers, 13.8-in rotors
Suspension: Adaptive dampers
Front suspension: Dual-axis strut design derived from Civic Type R
Rear suspension: Multi-link
Drive modes: Comfort, GT, Sport, Individual
Cargo space: 15.1 cu ft
Seats: Heated leather-trimmed sport seats
Infotainment: 9-in touchscreen
Gauge cluster: 10.2-in digital display
Audio: Bose 8-speaker system
Apple CarPlay/Android Auto: Wireless
Starting MSRP: About $42,000
Two-tone model: About $42,500

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Vehicle was provided by the manufacturer for testing and review.

00:00 - Introduction
00:28 - Pricing
01:05 - Performance & Powertrain
01:54 - Design & Color
02:10 - Trunk & Practicality
02:35 - Acceleration
03:01 - Fuel Economy
03:48 - Interior & Controls
04:51 - Drive Modes
05:13 - Driving Impressions
05:47 - Road Noise & Comfort
06:26 - S+ Mode & Shifting
07:55 - Handling & Grip
08:54 - Safety Tech
09:37 - Braking
10:30 - Steering
10:54 - Prelude vs. Civic Type R
12:29 - Minor Issues
13:31 - Final Verdict
15:40 - Tech & Sound System
16:35 - Conclusion

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