Honda Prelude

The 2026 Honda Prelude’s cabin is driver-focused. The seating position is low and sporty. The driver’s cockpit is compact. The central stack rises toward the dashboard. The cabin gets two-tone upholstery with striking white-deep blue as the headline option. Materials include premium synthetic leathers. Embroidered Prelude branding and contrast stitching add a premium touch. The car gets stitched trims on key touch points. There’s a soft-shade white surface material on the central console and dashboard. Hard plastics are carefully placed on lower areas, hidden from direct sight. The dashboard is dominated by a 9.0-inch touchscreen infotainment unit that supports Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The interface is responsive and straightforward. The cabin gets physical button and dials for commonly used functions. The infotainment unit is connected to a premium Bose-branded audio system. The climate control system gets physical knobs and buttons. These reduce over-dependency on the touchscreen system. The system gets automatic temperature control, heated front seats, and good venting. The central console gets cup holders and a useful storage bin. There’s a 10.2-inch digital instrument panel with multiple layouts. The display is configurable. 

The 2026 Honda Prelude measures 4,520 mm in length, 1,880 mm in width, and 1,355 mm in height. The car has a wheelbase of 2,605 mm.  The new-generation Prelude is based on Honda’s Unlimited Glide philosophy. It sports a low, sharp front nose and smooth body lines. The low and wide stance lends a dynamic, sporty presence. The roofline is clean and uninterrupted, courtesy the advanced laser brazing, glass-printed antenna. The headlights get a wing-type shape, with finely moulded elements. The headlights get adaptive driving beam and active cornering light that enhances nighttime visibility. The grille sports a black-chrome louvered finish. It looks more refined than basic matte-plastic grille. Blue-accent trims on the lower front and rear fascia evoke the hybrid character. The car runs on 19-inch alloy wheels. The 2026 Honda Prelude gets a classic coupe-fastback silhouette with a long hood and sweeping roofline that tapers at the back. The flush door handles get mouldings that emphasise modernity and minimalism. The car gets a full-width light bar.

Front seats of the 2026 Honda Prelude are supportive, with firmer driver-side bolstering. The heated seats, generous side bolstering and thoughtful thigh support make the car comfortable for long trips. There’s sufficient legroom and headroom. But taller passengers on the rear seat may have to compromise on headroom because of the downward sloping roofline. Ride comfort is smooth. The suspension is tuned to absorb regular road imperfections without feeling soft or disconnected. The dual-wishbone suspension contributes to superb stability and precise wheel control. Handling of the 2026 Honda Prelude is sharp. The responsive steering makes the car feel agile on winding roads. 

The 2026 Honda Prelude is hauled by a four-cylinder, 1,993cc, direct-injection engine and electric motor. The combined output is 181 PS/186 Nm. The car returns a mileage of 24 kmpl on mixed conditions. On city roads, the hybrid setup offers nice efficiency and smoothness. On highways, the combustion and electric drive offers a stable performance and decent mileage. The 2026 Honda Prelude offers nice highway cruising.

The 2026 Honda Prelude gets antilock braking. Honda’s Vehicle Stability Assist further helps maintain control by reducing skids on slippery surfaces. Modern safety features include sensors and a rear-view camera that helps in parking. Radar-based driver-assistance alerts help to monitor surrounding traffic, reducing risk of collision. The 2026 Honda Prelude is mounted on a rigid body structure. The cabin gets multiple airbags.

The 2026 Honda Prelude is for those who want sporty-looking coupe with modern hybrid efficiency rather than a raw, track-focused car. The Prelude manages to strike a balance of everyday usability, ride comfort and modern features. It’s also one of the most stylishly designed cars in its class.