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Polestar 2 vs Honda Prelude - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (476 HP vs 184 HP), boot space and price (42000 £ vs 42400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Polestar 2 or Honda Prelude?

Polestar 2

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Honda Prelude

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

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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.

Polestar 2 has a slight advantage in terms of price – it starts at 42000 £ , while the Honda Prelude costs 42400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 437 £.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Polestar 2 has a clearly edge – offering 476 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 292 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 2 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.20 s, while the Honda Prelude takes 8.20 s. That’s about 4 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Polestar 2 performs minimal better – reaching 205 km/h, while the Honda Prelude tops out at 188 km/h. The difference is around 17 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Polestar 2 pulls decisively stronger with 740 Nm compared to 315 Nm. That’s about 425 Nm difference.

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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: Polestar 2 offers slightly more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In terms of boot space, the Polestar 2 offers evident more room – 405 L compared to 264 L. That’s a difference of about 141 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Polestar 2 performs clearly perceptible better – up to 1095 L, which is about 335 L more than the Honda Prelude.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Polestar 2 is far ahead 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.

Polestar 2
Honda Prelude

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Polestar 2

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 272 - 476 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.8 - 16.8 kWh
  • Electric Range : 554 - 659 km

Polestar 2

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The Polestar 2 is a crisp, Scandinavian-styled electric liftback that pairs minimalist luxury with a focused, driver's attitude. It feels agile and composed whether you’re commuting or heading out for the weekend, with a tech-forward cabin and enough personality to make everyday driving a bit more fun.

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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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Polestar 2
Honda Prelude

Costs and Consumption

Price
42000 - 57400 £
Price
42400 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
5.20 L
Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 16.8 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
554 - 659 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
78 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
117 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
40 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
5
Doors
3
Curb weight
2015 - 2188 kg
Curb weight
-
Trunk capacity
405 L
Trunk capacity
264 L
Length
4606 mm
Length
4525 mm
Width
1859 mm
Width
1880 mm
Height
1473 - 1479 mm
Height
1349 mm
Max trunk capacity
1095 L
Max trunk capacity
760 L
Payload
375 - 421 kg
Payload
-

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
272 - 476 HP
Power HP
184 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 6.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.20 s
Max Speed
205 km/h
Max Speed
188 km/h
Torque
490 - 740 Nm
Torque
315 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
200 - 350 kW
Power kW
135 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1993 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
Polestar
Brand
Honda
Is the Polestar 2 offered with different drivetrains?

The Polestar 2 is offered with All-Wheel Drive or Rear-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.