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MINI MINI vs Honda Prelude comparison

Compare performance (258 HP vs 184 HP), boot space and price (24,900 £ vs 42,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MINI MINI or Honda Prelude?

MINI MINI vs Honda Prelude: Key differences

MINI MINI

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  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat lighter
  • only slightly more trunk space
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Honda Prelude

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  • a bit more efficient
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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

MINI

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

MINI MINI is significantly cheaper – starting at 24,900 £ , while the Honda Prelude costs 42,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,571 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Honda Prelude uses 5.2 L/100km and is a bit more efficient than the MINI MINI with 5.9 L/100km. The difference is about 0.7 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 MINI MINI offers clearly more power – delivering 258 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 74 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the MINI MINI is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.9 s, while the Honda Prelude takes 8.2 s. That’s about 2.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the MINI MINI delivers somewhat more torque with 380 Nm compared to 315 Nm. That’s about 65 Nm more.

MINI

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: MINI MINI offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, MINI MINI is somewhat lighter – 1,335 kg compared to 1,545 kg. The difference is around 210 kg.

Looking at boot space, the MINI MINI offers only slightly more boot space – 275 L compared to 264 L. That’s a difference of about 11 L.

When it comes to payload, the MINI MINI carries clearly more – 445 kg compared to 305 kg. That’s a difference of about 140 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The MINI MINI is clearly superior overall 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 £24,900
MINI

MINI MINI

  • Engine Type Petrol, Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 156 - 258 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.9 - 6.8 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 13.8 - 15.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 293 - 391 km
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MINI MINI

The MINI is a cheeky, joyfully small hatch that turns even the most humdrum commute into something worth smiling about. It serves up go-kart handling, a stylish cabin and near-endless customization, making it a perfect pick for drivers who want personality packed into a compact package.

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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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More beautiful design. Porsche is way behind Prelude.

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Honda Prelude

Costs and Consumption
Price
24,900 - 37,700 £
Price
42,400 £
Consumption L/100km
5.9 - 6.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13.8 - 15.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
293 - 391 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 155 g/km
co2
117 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Convertible, Hatchback
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
4
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,335 - 1,730 kg
Curb weight
1,545 kg
Trunk capacity
210 - 275 L
Trunk capacity
264 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,744 - 1,756 mm
Width
1,880 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
345 - 445 kg
Payload
305 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
156 - 258 HP
Power HP
184 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 8.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
230 - 380 Nm
Torque
315 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
115 - 190 kW
Power kW
135 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 - 1,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,993 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
MINI
Brand
Honda
What drivetrain options does the MINI MINI have?

The MINI MINI is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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