Honda Prelude vs Mazda 6 Grand Touring
Verdict
For Malaysian buyers, the Honda Prelude at RM 278,000 offers a sporty coupe experience with a hybrid engine, producing 143 hp and 189 Nm, but it sacrifices practicality with just 264 L of boot space. In contrast, the 6 Grand Touring, priced at RM 230,848, provides a more powerful 185 hp and 250 Nm from its petrol engine, alongside a spacious 522 L boot, making it a more versatile choice for families.
Pick the Prelude if you prioritise sporty aesthetics and hybrid efficiency.
Pick the 6 Grand Touring if you need more space and power for everyday use.
Key differences
- Price: RM 278,000 (Prelude) vs RM 230,848 (6 Grand Touring)
- Power: 143 hp (Prelude) vs 185 hp (6 Grand Touring)
- Boot space: 264 L (Prelude) vs 522 L (6 Grand Touring)
- 0–100 km/h: 9.0 s (Prelude) vs 8.2 s (6 Grand Touring)
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 278,000 | RM 230,848✓ |
| Body type | Coupe | Wagon |
| Segment | C-Segment | D-Segment |
| Seats | 4 | 5 |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Petrol |
| Engine | 1,993 cc | 2,488 cc |
| Power | 143 hp | 185 hp✓ |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 250 Nm✓ |
| Transmission | eCVT Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Driven wheels | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance | ||
| 0–100 km/h | 9.0 s | 8.2 s✓ |
| Top speed | 188 km/h | 218 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,522 mm | 4,800 mm |
| Width | 1,880 mm | 1,840 mm |
| Height | 1,355 mm | 1,480 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,605 mm | 2,750 mm |
| Boot space | 264 L | 522 L✓ |
| Fuel tank | 40 L | 62 L |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 8✓ | 6 |
| Auto emergency braking | Yes | Yes |
| Ownership | ||
| Warranty | 5 | 5 |
| Road tax / year | RM 377✓ | RM 868 |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
Prelude
- Hybrid efficiency for lower fuel costs
- Sporty coupe design
- Advanced safety features with 8 airbags
- Limited boot space for luggage
- Lower power output compared to rivals
- Longer 0-100 km/h time
6 Grand Touring
- More powerful engine for better performance
- Spacious interior and boot for family use
- Competitive pricing in the D-segment
- Less sporty design compared to the Prelude
- Conventional petrol engine may be less efficient
- Fewer airbags than the Prelude
Prelude vs 6 Grand Touring FAQ
Is the Prelude or 6 Grand Touring better?
It depends on your priorities; choose the Prelude for sportiness and hybrid efficiency, or the 6 Grand Touring for power and practicality.
What is the price difference?
The Prelude is priced at RM 278,000, while the 6 Grand Touring costs RM 230,848, making the latter RM 47,152 cheaper.
What are the warranty terms for both models?
Both the Prelude and the 6 Grand Touring come with a 5-year warranty.