2026 Honda Prelude Hybrid
2026 Honda
Prelude
After 25 years, Honda has resurrected the Prelude name with a new purpose: to blend sports-coupe style with hybrid-electric engineering. It’s a fitting way pay homage to a car that was so innovative for its time (the first U.S. model came out in 1979). Rather than chasing nostalgia, Honda has reimagined its classic 2+2 layout in the 2026 Prelude Hybrid with modern performance technology, from a two-motor gas-electric system making 200 horsepower to advanced chassis hardware shared with the Civic Type R. The result is a coupe that prioritizes responsiveness, precision, and efficiency. Honda’s new S+ Shift simulates gear changes to make the drive feel more familiar and engaging, while the direct-drive transmission keeps operation simple. Adaptive dampers also help to balance daily comfort with confident handling. Inside, the layout is straightforward and modern, with digital displays, Google built-in infotainment, and practical everyday amenities. The 2026 Prelude Hybrid brings back a well-known name, but the focus now is on fuel efficiency, responsive performance, and modern tech.
How we describe this model: agile, modern, responsive, engaging
Shop this vehicle against: Toyota GR86, Subaru BRZ, Ford Mustang
Prelude Highlights
- hybrid powertrain with fuel efficiency up to 46 miles per gallon
- dynamic drive modes
- 9-inch Google built-in infotainment system with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
- 2+2 seating
- full suite of driver-assist technology
- Bose audio
Prelude Powertrain
- 2.0-liter four-cylinder hybrid engine (output: 200 total hp)
- fuel economy: 46 mpg city/41 mpg highway
- front-wheel drive
- Brembo front brake calipers
- direct-drive S+ Shift transmission with paddle shifters
- dynamic drive-mode selector with Comfort, GT, Sport, and Individual settings
- dual-axis MacPherson strut front suspension, multi-link rear suspension
- adaptive dampers
Hybrid (Base) Interior
Heated front sport seats with leather upholstery (blue contrast stitching), dual-zone automatic climate control, ambient lighting (white), black headliner, 10.2-inch digital instrument cluster, active noise cancellation, leather-wrapped flat-bottomed steering wheel, 60/40 split-folding rear seatback, push-button start, sport pedals, tilt-and-telescopic steering column, auto-dimming rearview mirror, wireless device charger, two USB-C ports
Hybrid (Base) Exterior
Adaptive damper system, Brembo front brake calipers, multi-link rear suspension, dynamic drive modes (Comfort/GT/Sport/Individual), LED exterior lighting with automatic headlamps, heated power side mirrors, sound-reducing windshield glass, remote start, proximity keyless entry, rain-sensing windshield wipers, 19-inch black-finish alloy wheels
Hybrid (Base) Safety
Honda Sensing driver-assistance system (forward collision warning, collision mitigation braking, lane-keeping assist, lane departure warning, road departure mitigation, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, adaptive cruise control, traffic jam assist, traffic sign recognition, automatic high beams, front and rear parking sensors) rear seat reminder, multiple airbags, anti-lock brakes, stability control, traction control, hill start assist, rearview monitor with dynamic guidelines
Hybrid (Base) Infotainment
9-inch touchscreen, Google built-in, wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, Amazon Alexa built-in, Bluetooth (phone and audio streaming), HD Radio, Wi-Fi hotspot capability, access to HondaLink Services, Bose audio with eight speakers and subwoofer, speed-sensitive volume
Hybrid Two-Tone
Contents of Hybrid plus:
- black roof
- black-finished side mirror covers
May not represent actual vehicle. (Options, colors, trim and body style may vary)
*Any MPG listed is based on model year EPA mileage ratings. Use for comparison purposes only. Your actual mileage will vary, depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle, driving conditions, battery pack age/condition (hybrid only) and other factors. For additional information about EPA ratings, visit http://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/label/learn-more-PHEV-label.shtml.
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