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BMW 2 Series vs Honda Prelude comparison

Compare performance (530 HP vs 184 HP), boot space and price (39,200 £ vs 42,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 2 Series or Honda Prelude?

BMW 2 Series vs Honda Prelude: Key differences

BMW 2 Series

  • barely cheaper
  • considerably more power
  • only slightly more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space
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Honda Prelude

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  • only slightly lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

2 Series

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

BMW 2 Series is barely cheaper – starting at 39,200 £ , while the Honda Prelude costs 42,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,257 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 2 Series uses 4.9 L/100km and is only slightly more efficient than the Honda Prelude with 5.2 L/100km. The difference is about 0.3 L/100km.

Prelude

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 offers considerably more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 346 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 2 Series is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Honda Prelude takes 8.2 s. That’s about 4.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 2 Series delivers clearly more torque with 650 Nm compared to 315 Nm. That’s about 335 Nm more.

2 Series

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 4 people.

In terms of curb weight, Honda Prelude is only slightly lighter – 1,545 kg compared to 1,560 kg. The difference is around 15 kg.

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

When it comes to payload, the BMW 2 Series carries markedly more – 400 kg compared to 305 kg. That’s a difference of about 95 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 2 Series holds a decisive overall lead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £39,200
2 Series

BMW 2 Series

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

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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BMW 2 Series
Honda Prelude

Costs and Consumption

Price
39,200 - 98,600 £
Price
42,400 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 10 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
129 - 226 g/km
co2
117 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
4
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,560 - 1,830 kg
Curb weight
1,545 kg
Trunk capacity
390 L
Trunk capacity
264 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,838 - 1,887 mm
Width
1,880 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
350 - 400 kg
Payload
305 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic 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
8.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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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
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,993 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
BMW
Brand
Honda
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