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BMW 2 Series vs Honda Prelude – Which car suits you better?

Two cars, one duel: BMW 2 Series 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 key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

BMW 2 Series has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 39200 £, while the Honda Prelude costs 42400 £. That’s a price difference of around 3257 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: BMW 2 Series manages with 4.90 L and is therefore hardly perceptible more efficient than the Honda Prelude with 5.20 L. The difference is about 0.30 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 BMW 2 Series has a clearly edge – offering 530 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 346 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 2 Series is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the Honda Prelude takes 8.20 s. That’s about 4.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the BMW 2 Series performs evident better – reaching 302 km/h, while the Honda Prelude tops out at 188 km/h. The difference is around 114 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW 2 Series pulls significantly stronger with 650 Nm compared to 315 Nm. That’s about 335 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 4 people.

In terms of boot space, the BMW 2 Series offers clearly perceptible more room – 390 L compared to 264 L. That’s a difference of about 126 L.

Who wins the race?

The BMW 2 Series proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
BMW 2 Series is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £39,200
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BMW 2 Series

  • Engine Type : Diesel MHEV, Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 156 - 530 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.9 - 10 L
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BMW 2 Series

The BMW 2 Series feels like a pocket rocket in smart clothes, delivering sharp handling and a premium cabin that turns everyday errands into something worth looking forward to. For buyers who crave a compact car with real driving character and a dash of German confidence, it’s a spirited choice that never takes itself too seriously.

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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
39200 - 98600 £
Price
42400 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 10 L
Consumption L/100km
5.20 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
129 - 226 g/km
co2
117 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
51 - 52 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
4
Seats
4
Doors
2
Doors
3
Curb weight
1560 - 1830 kg
Curb weight
-
Trunk capacity
390 L
Trunk capacity
264 L
Length
4537 - 4587 mm
Length
4525 mm
Width
1838 - 1887 mm
Width
1880 mm
Height
1390 - 1404 mm
Height
1349 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
760 L
Payload
350 - 400 kg
Payload
-

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
156 - 530 HP
Power HP
184 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 8.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.20 s
Max Speed
224 - 302 km/h
Max Speed
188 km/h
Torque
250 - 650 Nm
Torque
315 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
115 - 390 kW
Power kW
135 kW
Engine capacity
1995 - 2998 cm3
Engine capacity
1993 cm3

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
BMW
Brand
Honda

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What drivetrain options does the BMW 2 Series have?

Available configurations include Rear-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.