Compare performance (309 HP vs 184 HP), boot space and price (46000 £ vs 42400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus NX or Honda Prelude?
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.
Honda Prelude has a hardly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 42400 £ , while the Lexus NX costs 46000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3600 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Lexus NX manages with 2.90 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Honda Prelude with 5.20 L. The difference is about 2.30 L per 100 km.
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 Lexus NX has a significantly edge – offering 309 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 125 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus NX is clearly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 6.30 s, while the Honda Prelude takes 8.20 s. That’s about 1.90 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Lexus NX performs slight better – reaching 200 km/h, while the Honda Prelude tops out at 188 km/h. The difference is around 12 km/h.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Lexus NX offers somewhat more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.
In terms of boot space, the Lexus NX offers decisively more room – 545 L compared to 264 L. That’s a difference of about 281 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Lexus NX performs decisively better – up to 1436 L, which is about 676 L more than the Honda Prelude.
The Lexus NX proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Lexus NX is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
The Lexus NX wraps striking, chiseled styling around a cabin that feels more crafted living room than utility vehicle, with soft materials and user-friendly tech that give it genuine premium cachet. On the road it's composed and quietly confident, trading sporty pretensions for a refined, easygoing personality that will suit buyers who want luxury without fuss — with a little Lexus flair to make daily commutes feel special.
detailsThe 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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Price
46000 - 64300 £
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Price
42400 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 5.9 L
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Consumption L/100km
5.20 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
72 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
65 - 134 g/km
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co2
117 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
55 L
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Fuel tank capacity
40 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Coupe
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Seats
5
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Seats
4
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Doors
5
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Doors
3
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Curb weight
1805 - 2065 kg
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Curb weight
-
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Trunk capacity
545 L
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Trunk capacity
264 L
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Length
4660 mm
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Length
4525 mm
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Width
1865 mm
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Width
1880 mm
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Height
1670 mm
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Height
1349 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1436 L
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Max trunk capacity
760 L
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Payload
475 - 515 kg
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Payload
-
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
CVT
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
244 - 309 HP
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Power HP
184 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 8.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.20 s
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Max Speed
188 km/h
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Torque
-
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Torque
315 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
179 - 227 kW
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Power kW
135 kW
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Engine capacity
2487 cm3
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Engine capacity
1993 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D
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Brand
Lexus
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Brand
Honda
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The Lexus NX is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.