Honda Australia has unveiled comprehensive specifications for the sixth-generation Prelude, coinciding with the hybrid coupe's Australian debut.

Starting at $65,000 drive-away, the Prelude is offered in one trim level without a specific name, with options for five exterior colors and select accessories.

This two-door 2+2 coupe shares its platform with the standard Civic and its four-cylinder hybrid powertrain, though it measures slightly smaller overall and features a shorter wheelbase (2605mm compared to 2735mm).

Key chassis elements, such as the dual-axis front suspension and adaptive dampers, are borrowed from the Civic Type R performance hatch.

Prelude units are already at dealerships, and Honda Australia anticipates selling around 500 of these specialty models this year.

The Prelude badge last appeared in Honda Australia's lineup in 2001, priced at $50,209 before on-roads - equivalent to about $95,980 in today's dollars per the Reserve Bank of Australia's inflation tool.

Pricing

Model	Drive-away Price
2026 Honda Prelude e:HEV	$65,000

Drivetrains and Efficiency

The latest Prelude remains front-wheel drive with a four-cylinder engine like its predecessors, now enhanced by a hybrid setup.

Specification	Honda Prelude e:HEV
Engine	2.0L 4cyl
Engine Power	104kW / 186Nm
Electric Motor	135kW / 315Nm
Combined System	135kW / 315Nm
Transmission	e-CVT with S+ Shift
Driven Wheels	Front-wheel drive
Kerb Weight	1468kg
0-100km/h	8.2 seconds
Fuel Use (claimed)	4.3L/100km
Fuel Tank	40L
Fuel Type	91-octane unleaded
CO2 Output	98g/km
Emissions Rating	Euro 6d

Drawn from the current Civic hatch, the powertrain pairs a 2.0-litre Atkinson-cycle petrol engine with a dual-motor hybrid arrangement.

Combined output reaches 135kW and 315Nm, all directed to the front wheels.

The Prelude skips a conventional gearbox, opting for Honda's 'S+ Shift' that mimics an eight-speed automatic via paddle shifters on the steering wheel for a responsive shift sensation.

Enhancing its sporty appeal, Active Sound Control generates an engine note synchronized with RPM for a more dynamic cabin experience.

Dimensions

Measurement	Honda Prelude
Length	4522mm
Width	1880mm
Height	1355mm
Wheelbase	2605mm
Boot Space	264L (seats up) / 760L (seats down, to roof)

Servicing and Warranty

Honda backs its cars with a five-year unlimited-km warranty, plus an eight-year coverage for the hybrid battery.

Prelude buyers gain three extra years of warranty and roadside support by using Honda dealers for services.

Maintenance is due every 12 months or 10,000km, fixed at $199 per visit for the first five years.

Safety

Yet to receive ANCAP or Euro NCAP ratings, the Prelude includes the complete Honda Sensing safety package as standard.

Key safety features:

10 airbags including driver, passenger, front/rear side, front knee, and curtain
Autonomous emergency braking (AEB)
Adaptive cruise control with low-speed function
Lane-keeping assist
Blind-spot monitoring
Rear cross-traffic alert
Traffic Jam Assist
Traffic sign recognition
Unintended acceleration mitigation
Post-collision braking
Reversing camera
Front/rear parking sensors

Standard Equipment

Highlights of the 2026 Honda Prelude e:HEV:

19-inch alloy wheels
Brembo 4-piston front brakes
Adaptive dampers
LED headlights with auto high-beam
LED daytime running lights
LED taillights
Heated, power-folding mirrors
Rain-sensing wipers
Keyless entry/push-button start
10.2-inch digital cluster
9-inch touchscreen infotainment
Google built-in
Wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto
DAB+ radio
Wireless charger
8-speaker Bose audio
Heated leather sports seats with houndstooth
Flat-bottom leather steering wheel with paddles
Dual-zone climate control
Auto-dimming mirror
Fabric rear seats
Rear privacy glass

Options

Buyers can add various accessories for style, comfort, and utility.

Available accessories for 2026 Honda Prelude:

Weathershield set: $370
Car cover: $490
Carpet mats: $250
Tailgate spoiler: $990
Black door mirror garnishes: $100
Front under spoiler: $990
Mud guards (front/rear): $399
Illuminated door sills: $990

Colours

Launch colors - all no-cost - include five choices.

2026 Honda Prelude color options:

Meteoroid Grey
Racing Blue
Moonlit White
Crystal Black
Rallye Red