An iconic nameplate is set to make a comeback! The Honda Prelude will return to the road in late 2025 as a hybrid coupe. In sticking with its tradition of introducing new innovations to the brand, the sixth-generation sports coupe will debut a new Honda S+ Shift drive mode. Honda says it's designed to enhance the driving experience thanks to further advances to Linear Shift Control.
"The return of the Honda Prelude as a hybrid-electric sports model demonstrates our continued commitment to offer a variety of exhilarating products to meet the needs of our customers," said Jessika Laudermilk, assistant vice president of Honda Auto Sales. "The first three products in the Honda lineup in the 1970s were Civic, Accord and Prelude, and soon all three will be back together again in our passenger car lineup as hybrids."
The Prelude's official return comes after the hybrid-electric Honda Prelude Concept made its debut in 2023 first in Japan and then in North America. The concept was introduced 45 years after the first-generation Prelude entered production in November 1978.
The Prelude won the hearts of automotive enthusiasts in its day for its performance and driving engagement. Honda says it introduced innovative new technologies to the Honda lineup and industry across its five generations, including four-wheel steering (4WS) and torque vectoring Active Torque Transfer System (ATTS).
The new 2026 Prelude is set to join Honda lineup in late 2025. You can sign up for Honda updates here.
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