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BMW 230i vs Honda Prelude

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

Vehicles

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2026 BMW 230i

Overview

SpecBMW 230i230iHonda PreludeHybrid
Selected trim230iHybrid
Body styleCoupeCoupe
Drivetrainrear wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (required)regular unleaded
Transmission8-speed shiftable automaticelectrically variable-speed automatic
Engine typegashybrid
Model year20262027

Pricing & market

SpecBMW 230i230iHonda PreludeHybrid
MSRP$41,700 (best)$42,400
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

SpecBMW 230i230iHonda PreludeHybrid
Combined MPG30 MPG44 MPG (best)
City MPG26 MPG46 MPG (best)
Highway MPG35 MPG41 MPG (best)
Fuel tank13.7 gal (best)10.6 gal

Performance

SpecBMW 230i230iHonda PreludeHybrid
Horsepower255 hp (best)200 hp
Torque295 lb-ft (best)
Engine size2 L2 L
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecBMW 230i230iHonda PreludeHybrid
Seating4 seats4 seats
Doors22
Cargo volume13.8 cu ft15.1 cu ft (best)
Curb weight3,446 lbs3,261 lbs (best)
Ground clearance5 in (best)
Wheelbase107.9 in (best)102.6 in
Length179 in (best)178.4 in
Width72.4 in74 in (best)
Height54.8 in (best)53.4 in

Safety & recalls

SpecBMW 230i230iHonda 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.

TrimBMW 230iHonda Prelude
1

230i

$41,700 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Hybrid

$42,400 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Hybrid Two-Tone

$42,900 MSRP

Live inventory

BMW 230i vs Honda Prelude FAQ

Which is better: 2026 BMW 230i or 2027 Honda Prelude?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 BMW 230i 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: 2026 BMW 230i or 2027 Honda Prelude?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 BMW 230i starts lower at $41,700. Live Honda Prelude listings start at $43,772.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 BMW 230i or 2027 Honda Prelude?
The 2026 BMW 230i leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (41,700).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 BMW 230i or 2027 Honda Prelude?
The 2027 Honda Prelude leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (44).
Which has better horsepower: 2026 BMW 230i or 2027 Honda Prelude?
The 2026 BMW 230i leads on horsepower in this comparison (255).