Car Buyer's Guide

Overview

The Honda Prelude is a four-seat, front-wheel-drive C-segment coupe for buyers who want a two-door hybrid rather than a straight-line special. This sixth-generation BF1 arrives in Malaysia for 2026 with a 2.0-litre e:HEV system, eCVT and S+ Shift. Prices start from RM278,000.

Prelude in 2026 — what's new

The Malaysian Prelude is new for 2026, having launched as the sixth-generation coupe in June. There is no later Malaysian model-year update in the current range: it remains a single e:HEV. The launch specification pairs a 2.0-litre hybrid with S+ Shift and 203 PS. Japan receives a 2027 Limited Edition with a red exterior and red accents, while retaining the same hybrid system.

Variant (1)

RM278,000 · est. from RM2,840/mo

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Verdict

The Prelude is an unusual proposition: a 2.0-litre hybrid coupe with four seats, front-wheel drive and S+ Shift, rather than a conventional performance-coupe formula. Straight-line speed is not its primary appeal. The BMW M2 Coupe, the only listed C-segment coupe rival, costs RM345,800 more. That price gap is substantial, but price alone does not establish like-for-like performance or equipment.

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Honda Prelude FAQ

How much is the Honda Prelude in Malaysia?

The Honda Prelude e:HEV costs RM278,000 in Malaysia. It is the sole local variant.

What do you get in the Honda Prelude?

The Prelude e:HEV is a four-seat, front-wheel-drive coupe with a 1,993 cc petrol-hybrid system, eCVT automatic transmission and S+ Shift.

How powerful is the Honda Prelude?

The 2.0-litre e:HEV launch figure is 203 PS. A 324 hp figure also appears in the specification, so confirm the final rated output before purchase.

How does the Prelude's price compare with its C-segment coupe rival?

The BMW M2 Coupe costs RM623,800, which is RM345,800 more than the Prelude.

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