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Honda Revives Prelude as €49,500 Hybrid Coupé for Early 2026 Launch

Early road tests point to agile handling despite modest headline figures.

Overview

  • Honda confirms a single full-hybrid 2+2 model for Europe with a system output of 135 kW (184 PS) and 315 Nm, priced from about €49,500.
  • The drivetrain is largely serial, with the petrol engine mainly acting as a generator and the e-motor providing primary drive, switching to direct drive at higher speeds.
  • An S+ Shift program simulates an eight-speed gearbox with rev blips and brief torque interruptions to mimic conventional shifts.
  • Chassis hardware includes a shortened Civic platform and Civic Type R–derived adaptive dampers, helping keep weight around 1,480 kg and favoring front-drive agility.
  • Official figures list 0–100 km/h in 8.2 seconds, a 188 km/h top speed, WLTP consumption of 5.2 L/100 km (107 g/km CO2), and a 264–760 liter cargo range with seats folded.