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Overview
The Honda Prelude is a C-segment 2+2 coupe with Honda’s e:HEV petrol-hybrid drivetrain, an eCVT automatic and four seats. It suits buyers who want a lower, more specialised Honda than a Civic, without chasing BMW M2 money. The sole Malaysian e:HEV variant is priced from RM278,000.
Prelude in 2026 — what's new
The current Prelude is new to Malaysia for 2026, following bookings and local previews before its launch. The Malaysian range is simple: one 2.0 litre e:HEV hybrid 2+2 coupe with 203 PS, S+ Shift and a Civic Type R chassis. Japan also gets a 2027 Limited Edition with red exterior and accents, using the same hybrid system; it is separate from the Malaysian model line-up here.
Variant (1)
RM 278,000 · est. from RM 2,840/mo
Key specs
- Horsepower
- 143 hp
- Motor Horsepower
- 181 hp
- Torque
- 189 Nm
- Motor Torque
- 315 Nm
- Capacity
- 1,993 cc
- 0-100 km/h
- 9 seconds
- Transmission
- eCVT Automatic
- Driveline
- Front Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 4
- Boot Space
- 264 litres
- Airbags
- Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Front Knee Airbags
Verdict
The Prelude needs the right lens. It revives a legacy name, but it is not pitched as a straight-line fire-breather. Its draw is the unusual mix of two-door coupe body, 2.0 litre e:HEV hybrid drive, S+ Shift and Civic Type R chassis base. It sits far below the BMW M2’s RM623,800 entry point, though the Honda is also a very different kind of coupe.
Rivals to consider
same class, similar money
Honda Prelude FAQ
How much is the Honda Prelude in Malaysia?
The Honda Prelude costs RM278,000 in Malaysia. There is one variant, the e:HEV petrol hybrid with an eCVT automatic and four seats.
What do you get in the Honda Prelude?
You get a 2.0 litre e:HEV hybrid 2+2 coupe with 203 PS, S+ Shift, a Civic Type R chassis and an eCVT automatic.
Is the Honda Prelude a four-seater?
Yes. The Honda Prelude is a 2+2 coupe with four seats, rather than a strict two-seater sports car.
Is there a Honda Prelude Limited Edition in Malaysia?
The 2027 Limited Edition is for Japan, with a red exterior and accents while keeping the same hybrid system. The Malaysian range here remains the single e:HEV variant.
