The 2026 Honda Prelude window sticker reads 44 mpg combined (46 city, 41 highway) for the 2L 4-cyl hybrid.
The Honda Prelude window sticker — build, options & years
The Honda Prelude ran from 1981–2026 across 6 generations (1979–1982, 1984–1987, 1988–1991, 1992–1996, 1997–2001, 2026–2027).
For year-by-year recalls, MPG and safety, see the full Honda Prelude VIN decoder.
What the Honda Prelude sticker says about fuel
EPA figures for the 2026 Prelude:
The label also prints an estimated $1,400 a year in fuel at 15,000 miles, and 404 g/mi of CO₂. In its EPA class (Subcompact Cars, 2026) the best Prelude version ranks #2 of 28 on combined MPG (the class best is 49 mpg).
How the Prelude's sticker figure changed
Combined MPG by model year, 1984 to 2026:
Combined went from 25 mpg in 1984 to 44 in 2026. EPA revised its testing method in 2008, so stickers printed before and after that year are not directly comparable.
The Prelude sticker against its rivals
On combined MPG the Prelude has the best figure of the 2: 44 mpg for its most efficient 2026 version.
| Model | EPA year | Best combined | NHTSA overall |
|---|---|---|---|
| Honda Prelude | 2026 | — | |
| Nissan Sentra | 2026 | 5★ |
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Prelude window sticker — every model year
Any Prelude from 1981–2026: the VIN carries the model year, so there is no year to pick. Other Honda models: Honda window stickers.
Other Honda window stickers
| Model | Years covered | Class | Best EPA figure |
|---|---|---|---|
| Honda Civic | Subcompact Cars | 49 mpg | |
| Honda Accord | Midsize Cars | 48 mpg | |
| Honda CR-V | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 40 mpg | |
| Honda Pilot | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | 23 mpg | |
| Honda Odyssey | Minivan - 2WD | 22 mpg | |
| Honda Fit | Small Station Wagons | 118 mpg |
Where to find the VIN on a Honda Prelude
- WindshieldLower-left corner, driver's side, readable from outside without opening anything.
- Door jambOn the driver's door frame of every Prelude, next to the tire-pressure and build-date plate.
- DocumentsRegistration, title and insurance card — on a Honda Prelude all three must show the same number.
Window sticker — frequently asked
What MPG does the Honda Prelude window sticker show?
The 2026 label shows up to 44 mpg combined, #2 of 28 in its EPA class (Subcompact Cars). EPA puts the fuel bill at about $1,400 a year.
Does the Prelude sticker show better MPG than the Nissan Sentra?
Yes: the most efficient 2026 Prelude reads 44 mpg combined, the 2026 Nissan Sentra 33.
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