All You Need to Know About the 2026 Honda Prelude

The Prelude nameplate is a historic piece of Honda’s story, with history going back to the ‘70s. However, it’s been retired for well over 20 years, and many folks assumed we’d never see a new version of this fan favorite.
But now, with the retirement of the two-door versions of the Civic and Accord, Honda noticed that there was a coupe-shaped hole in their lineup, and this year, they announced that an all-new Prelude would be released for 2026.
For quite some time now, Mazda has been angling to become the premier entry-level luxury brand. Vehicles like the CX-30 offer an upscale feel and a laundry list of standard features, all at a surprisingly modest base price. Of course, that begs the question: can you really provide a true luxury experience at a low price without cutting corners?
Honda vehicles have long been known as fun to drive, comfortable, and most of all, dependable. SUVs have become incredibly popular over the last couple of decades, and Honda has a solid offering for every need. Whether you need a Honda 3-row SUV for a larger family, a Honda compact SUV for solo rides, or a fully electric model to cut down on fuel costs, you’re sure to find a vehicle to fall in love with.
Both the Honda Accord and Hyundai Sonata are revered as two of the best midsize sedans on the market today. In fact, they’ve long contended for the top spot for years. Both offer solid fuel efficiency, ample comfort, and updated tech for the 2025 models. Their hybrid versions are also frequently compared and, in this review, we’ll take another look to see which one comes out on top.
The Civic is one of the most popular cars, not just in America, but in the entire world. Honda has sold millions of cars under the Civic badge since the early ‘70s, including many different styles. They all have a few major things in common though—they’re incredibly economical, have solid performance around town, and they boast the high standard of dependability that Honda is famous for.


