2026 Honda Prelude Model Review with Prices, Photos, & Specs
About the Honda Prelude
Back and better than ever before, Honda fans from all across the world are clamoring with excitement from learning that the legendary Prelude is returning to the US market for the 2026 model year. After leaving the lineup way back in 2001, this iconic sports coupe is making its return after over two decades of absence. Ever since it caused a stir when it launched back in 1978, the Prelude has remained synonymous with striking style and thrilling driver engagement. The Prelude is also instrumental in achieving the Honda brand’s strategy of producing 100% battery-electric and fuel-cell electric vehicle sales by the year 2040, a fundamental component of its electrification strategy.
“The return of the Honda Prelude as a hybrid-electric sports model demonstrates our continued commitment to offer a variety of exhilarating products to meet the needs of our customers,” said Jessika Laudermilk, assistant vice president of Honda Auto Sales. “The first three products in the Honda lineup in the 1970s were Civic, Accord and Prelude, and soon all three will be back together again in our passenger car lineup as hybrids.”
Honda Prelude Features
Hybrid-Electric Performance
Regarded as one of the most adored sports coupes ever built by Honda, the Prelude is equipped with a state-of-the-art hybrid-electric powertrain that delivers a mix of efficiency and thrills. Another noteworthy addition is the debut of the exclusive Honda S+ Shift, a revolutionary new drive mode featuring Linear Shift Control for exceptional levels of feel and responsiveness behind the wheel. Its advanced dual-motor hybrid powertrain is infused with over two decades of real-world and on-track testing at the Honda proving grounds facility.
Race-Inspired Styling
In keeping with its heritage, the Honda Prelude demonstrates race-inspired good looks that mirror its thrilling performance capabilities. When the world got its first look at the Prelude back in 1978, it was immediately apparent that this was no ordinary sports coupe. The sixth-generation model is certainly no exception thanks to its slim LED headlights, lower mesh front splitter, stylish alloy wheels, and vibrant exterior paint choices. Its low center of gravity and wide rear track provides precision handling and nimble athleticism, two components synonymous with prior generations.
Follow Germain Honda of Ann Arbor for Updates on the All-New Prelude
Honda enthusiasts from all across the country are thrilled to learn more about the highly anticipated debut of the upcoming sixth-generation Honda Prelude. For more details about the release of this hybrid-electric sports coupe, stay in touch with Germain Honda of Ann Arbor. We share your passion for Honda performance vehicles and are excited for this legendary model to make its triumphant debut in late 2025.