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Audi Q3 vs Honda Prelude – Differences & prices compared

Two cars, one duel: Audi Q3 meets Honda Prelude.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Audi Q3 has a to a small extent advantage in terms of price – it starts at 38200 £, while the Honda Prelude costs 42400 £. That’s a price difference of around 4200 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Audi Q3 manages with 1.70 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Honda Prelude with 5.20 L. The difference is about 3.50 L per 100 km.

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Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi Q3 has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 272 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 88 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q3 is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.70 s, while the Honda Prelude takes 8.20 s. That’s about 2.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Audi Q3 performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 240 km/h, while the Honda Prelude tops out at 188 km/h. The difference is around 52 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Audi Q3 pulls evident stronger with 400 Nm compared to 315 Nm. That’s about 85 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Audi Q3 offers a bit more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In terms of boot space, the Audi Q3 offers convincingly more room – 488 L compared to 264 L. That’s a difference of about 224 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Audi Q3 performs clearly better – up to 1386 L, which is about 626 L more than the Honda Prelude.

Who wins the race?

The Audi Q3 proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Audi Q3 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £38,200
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Audi Q3

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.7 - 8.6 L
  • Electric Range : 118 - 119 km
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The Audi Q3 feels like a grown-up compact SUV with premium polish and city-friendly agility, the sort of car that makes weekend escapes and daily commutes equally satisfying. Inside, you get quality materials and smart packaging that keep things practical without skimping on style, so it’s an easy pick for buyers who want luxury without the drama.

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Honda Prelude

The Honda Prelude is the coupe that proves Honda can blend precision with a hint of romance, serving up crisp steering and a chassis that loves a flowing road. It’s practical enough for the commute and stylish enough to make parking-lot goodbyes last longer, with reliability that keeps your wallet calm and your right foot curious.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
38200 - 52900 £
Price
42400 £
Consumption L/100km
1.7 - 8.6 L
Consumption L/100km
5.20 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
118 - 119 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
39 - 195 g/km
co2
117 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 60 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
5
Doors
3
Curb weight
1635 - 1900 kg
Curb weight
-
Trunk capacity
375 - 488 L
Trunk capacity
264 L
Length
4531 mm
Length
4525 mm
Width
1859 mm
Width
1880 mm
Height
1559 - 1601 mm
Height
1349 mm
Max trunk capacity
1196 - 1386 L
Max trunk capacity
760 L
Payload
505 - 535 kg
Payload
-

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 272 HP
Power HP
184 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.20 s
Max Speed
208 - 240 km/h
Max Speed
188 km/h
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Torque
315 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 200 kW
Power kW
135 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
Engine capacity
1993 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
Audi
Brand
Honda

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Is the Audi Q3 offered with different drivetrains?

The Audi Q3 is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.