2026 HONDA PRELUDE HYBRID POWER, SLEEK DESIGN - WILL IT HIT THE US MARKET?

Author: Ryshad

Publishing Date : 07/06/2024

Author: Ryshad

Publishing Date : 07/06/2024

Confirmed Production

Honda has confirmed the Prelude concept will go into production, bringing back the iconic nameplate.

Author: Ryshad

Publishing Date : 07/06/2024

Hybrid Powertrain

The new Prelude will feature a hybrid powertrain with two electric motors and a 2.0-liter four-cylinder e:HEV engine, producing an estimated 207 hp.

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Publishing Date : 07/06/2024

Sleek Coupe Design

The production model will closely resemble the concept, maintaining a classic coupe design with a short rear deck, long hood, and sleek headlights.

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Publishing Date : 07/06/2024

Resurrecting a Classic

The Prelude will revive a nameplate last seen in 2001, replacing the discontinued Civic and Accord coupes in Honda's lineup.

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Publishing Date : 07/06/2024

Prelude to Electric Vehicles

Honda positions the new Prelude as a precursor to its upcoming electric vehicle lineup, indicating a strategic shift towards electrification.

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Similar Size to Toyota GR86

The new Prelude will be similar in size to the Toyota GR86, slightly longer and wider, offering a 2+2 layout for four passengers.

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Enhanced Power

The hybrid powertrain will provide slightly more power than the Civic and Accord hybrids, aligning with Honda's chief engineer's comments on its performance.

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Potential US Market Launch

Honda is developing the Prelude in both left- and right-hand drive configurations, increasing the likelihood of a US launch, though it's not yet confirmed.

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Modern Interior

While Honda has not revealed the interior, it is expected to carry over familiar Honda design cues with unique Prelude branding and special seats.

Author: Ryshad

Publishing Date : 07/06/2024

Continuously Variable Transmission

The Prelude will likely feature a continuously variable transmission, with the Civic remaining the only model offering a manual gearbox.