The 2027 Honda Prelude is 178.3″ long, 74″ wide and 53.5″ tall on a 102.8″ wheelbase, and weighs 3,261 lb. At 14.9 ft it fits a standard garage and leaves 3.1 ft spare in an 18-foot street space.
Every Honda Prelude generation, measured
The biggest change came in 1988: the new car was 6.3″ longer and 410 lb heavier than the 1984–1987 one.
| Generation | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Curb weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1979–1982 | 159.4″ | 65″ | 49.2″ | 90.2″ | — |
| 1984–1987 | 169.3″ | 66.5″ | 51.2″ | 96.5″ | 2,185 lb |
| 1988–1991 | 175.6″ | 67.3″ | 51.2″ | 101.2″ | 2,595 lb |
| 1992–1996 | 174.8″ | 69.7″ | 50.8″ | 100.4″ | 2,844 lb |
| 1997–2001 | 178″ | 68.5″ | 52″ | 101.6″ | 2,954 lb |
| 2026–2027 | 178.3″ | 74″ | 53.5″ | 102.8″ | 3,261 lb |
Prelude year by year
| Model year | Length | Width | Wheelbase | Curb weight | Body styles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | 178.3″ | 74″ | 102.8″ | 1 | |
| 2026 | 178.3″ | 74″ | 102.8″ | 1 | |
| 2001 | 178″ | 68.9″ | 102″ | 1 | |
| 2000 | 178″ | 68.9″ | 102″ | 2 | |
| 1999 | 178″ | 68.9″ | 102″ | 2 | |
| 1998 | 178″ | 68.9″ | 102″ | 2 | |
| 1997 | 178″ | 68.5″ | 101.6″ | 1 | |
| 1996 | 174.8″ | 69.7″ | 100.4″ | 1 | |
| 1995 | 174.8″ | 69.7″ | 100.4″ | 1 | |
| 1994 | 174.8″ | 69.7″ | 100.4″ | 2 | |
| 1993 | 174.8″ | 69.7″ | 100.4″ | 2 | |
| 1992 | 174.8″ | 69.7″ | 100.4″ | 2 | |
| 1991 | 177.6″ | 67.3″ | 101.2″ | 2 | |
| 1990 | 177.6″ | 67.3″ | 101.2″ | 2 | |
| 1989 | 175.6″ | 67.3″ | 101.2″ | 2 | |
| 1988 | 175.6″ | 67.3″ | 101.2″ | 2 | |
| 1987 | 170.9″ | 66.9″ | 96.5″ | 2 | |
| 1986 | 170.9″ | 66.9″ | 96.5″ | 2 | |
| 1985 | 169.3″ | 66.5″ | 96.5″ | 1 | |
| 1984 | 169.3″ | 66.5″ | 96.5″ | 1 | |
| 1982 | 161″ | 64.6″ | 91.3″ | 1 | |
| 1981 | 161.4″ | 64.6″ | 91.3″ | 1 | |
| 1980 | 159.4″ | 65″ | 90.2″ | 1 | |
| 1979 | 159.4″ | 65″ | 90.2″ | 1 |
Prelude on the used market
In 43 Prelude listings we have collected since June 2026, the 1997–2001 car is the most common: 22 of them (51%), at an average asking price of $7,273.
| Generation | Listings | Share | Average asking price | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997–2001 | 22 | 51% | $7,273 | 186,413 mi |
| 1992–1996 | 12 | 28% | $10,957 | 174,530 mi |
| 1988–1991 | 9 | 21% | $9,349 | 158,367 mi |
Will a Prelude fit
| Space | Typical size | This car | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single garage | 20 ft deep | 14.9 ft | Fits, with room to open the door |
| Street parking space | 18 ft | 14.9 ft | Fits comfortably |
| Standard parking bay width | 8.5 ft wide | 6.2 ft | Room to open doors both sides |
Against cars of the same length
| Measure | This car | Typical of 983 cars within 10″ of its length | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Width | 74″ | 71.3″ | +2.7″ |
| Wheelbase | 102.8″ | 104.7″ | −1.9″ |
| Curb weight | 3,261 lb | 3,373 lb | −112 lb |
Prelude against its rivals
Next to the Nissan Sentra, the Prelude is the shortest and the lightest of the two.
| Model | Model year | Length | Width | Curb weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honda Prelude (this car) | 2027 | 178.3″ | 74″ | 3,261 lb |
| Nissan Sentra | 2027 | 183.5″ | 71.7″ | 4,087 lb |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the 2027 Prelude bigger than the 2026?
No. The 2027 and 2026 Prelude are the same size and weight.
Which Prelude years share the same body?
By our measurements the body changed in 1984, 1988, 1992, 1997 and 2026. Model years inside each range, such as 2026–2027, share the same dimensions; the boundaries are estimated from changes in size.
Which is bigger, the Prelude or the Nissan Sentra?
The 2027 Nissan Sentra is 5.2″ longer and 826 lb heavier than the 2027 Prelude.
How much does a used Prelude cost?
In our listings collected since June 2026, the average asking price runs from $9,349 for the 1988–1991 car to $7,273 for the 1997–2001 one, across 43 listings.
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