Honda Accord vs Honda Prelude
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Honda Prelude
Overview
| Spec | Honda AccordLX | Honda PreludeHybrid |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | LX | Hybrid |
| Body style | Sedan | Coupe |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | continuously variable-speed automatic | electrically variable-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | hybrid |
| Model year | 2026 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Honda AccordLX | Honda PreludeHybrid |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $28,395 (best) | $42,000 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Honda AccordLX | Honda PreludeHybrid |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 32 MPG (best) | — |
| City MPG | 29 MPG (best) | — |
| Highway MPG | 37 MPG (best) | — |
| Fuel tank | 14.8 gal (best) | 10.6 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Honda AccordLX | Honda PreludeHybrid |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 192 hp | 200 hp (best) |
| Torque | 192 lb-ft (best) | — |
| Engine size | 1.5 L | 2 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Honda AccordLX | Honda PreludeHybrid |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats (best) | 4 seats |
| Doors | 4 (best) | 2 |
| Cargo volume | 16.7 cu ft (best) | 15.1 cu ft |
| Curb weight | 3,239 lbs (best) | 3,261 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 5.3 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 111.4 in (best) | 102.6 in |
| Length | 195.7 in (best) | 178.4 in |
| Width | 73.3 in | 74 in (best) |
| Height | 57.1 in (best) | 53.4 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Honda AccordLX | Honda PreludeHybrid |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Rollover | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None 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.
| Trim | Honda Accord | Honda Prelude |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | LX $28,395 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Hybrid $42,000 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | SE $30,695 MSRP | Hybrid Two-Tone $42,500 MSRP |
| 3 | Sport Hybrid $33,795 MSRP | — |
| 4 | EX-L Hybrid $35,095 MSRP | — |
| 5 | Sport-L Hybrid $35,495 MSRP | — |
| 6 | Touring Hybrid $39,495 MSRP | — |