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Acura NSX vs Honda Prelude

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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2022 Acura NSX

Overview

SpecAcura NSXType SHonda PreludeHybrid
Selected trimType SHybrid
Body styleCoupeCoupe
Drivetrainall wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (required)regular unleaded
Transmission9-speed automated manualelectrically variable-speed automatic
Engine typehybridhybrid
Model year20222027

Pricing & market

SpecAcura NSXType SHonda PreludeHybrid
MSRP$169,500$42,400 (best)
Lowest listing price$43,772 (best)
Median listing price$43,772 (best)
Highest listing price$43,972 (best)
For sale now03 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecAcura NSXType SHonda PreludeHybrid
Combined MPG21 MPG44 MPG (best)
City MPG21 MPG46 MPG (best)
Highway MPG22 MPG41 MPG (best)
Fuel tank15.6 gal (best)10.6 gal

Performance

SpecAcura NSXType SHonda PreludeHybrid
Horsepower600 hp (best)200 hp
Torque492 lb-ft (best)
Engine size3.5 L (best)2 L
CylindersV6I4

Size & capability

SpecAcura NSXType SHonda PreludeHybrid
Seating2 seats4 seats (best)
Doors22
Cargo volume4.4 cu ft15.1 cu ft (best)
Curb weight3,261 lbs (best)
Ground clearance3.8 in (best)
Wheelbase103.5 in (best)102.6 in
Length178.5 in (best)178.4 in
Width76.3 in (best)74 in
Height47.8 in53.4 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecAcura NSXType SHonda PreludeHybrid
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reportedNone reported

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimAcura NSXHonda Prelude
1

Type S

$169,500 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Hybrid

$42,400 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Hybrid Two-Tone

$42,900 MSRP

Live inventory

Acura NSX vs Honda Prelude FAQ

Which is better: 2022 Acura NSX or 2027 Honda Prelude?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2022 Acura NSX vs 2027 Honda Prelude on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2022 Acura NSX or 2027 Honda Prelude?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2027 Honda Prelude starts lower at $42,400. Live Honda Prelude listings start at $43,772.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2022 Acura NSX or 2027 Honda Prelude?
The 2027 Honda Prelude leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (42,400).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2022 Acura NSX or 2027 Honda Prelude?
The 2027 Honda Prelude leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (44).
Which has better horsepower: 2022 Acura NSX or 2027 Honda Prelude?
The 2022 Acura NSX leads on horsepower in this comparison (600).
Which has better seats: 2022 Acura NSX or 2027 Honda Prelude?
The 2027 Honda Prelude leads on seats in this comparison (4).