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Porsche Boxster vs Honda Prelude comparison

Compare performance (500 HP vs 184 HP), boot space and price (136,000 £ vs 42,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Porsche Boxster or Honda Prelude?

Porsche Boxster vs Honda Prelude: Key differences

Porsche Boxster

  • significantly more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally lighter
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Honda Prelude

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  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • substantially more trunk space
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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

Boxster

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.

Honda Prelude is substantially cheaper – starting at 42,400 £ , while the Porsche Boxster costs 136,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 93,600 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Honda Prelude uses 5.2 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Porsche Boxster with 12.7 L/100km. The difference is about 7.5 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 Porsche Boxster offers significantly more power – delivering 500 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 316 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche Boxster is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.4 s, while the Honda Prelude takes 8.2 s. That’s about 4.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Porsche Boxster delivers clearly more torque with 450 Nm compared to 315 Nm. That’s about 135 Nm more.

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: Honda Prelude offers more seats – 4 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Porsche Boxster is marginally lighter – 1,485 kg compared to 1,545 kg. The difference is around 60 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Honda Prelude offers substantially more boot space – 264 L compared to 122 L. That’s a difference of about 142 L.

When it comes to payload, the Honda Prelude carries moderately more – 305 kg compared to 270 kg. That’s a difference of about 35 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Honda Prelude 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.

£42,428
Prelude

Honda Prelude

  • Engine Type Full Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 184 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.2 L/100km
Porsche Boxster
Honda Prelude

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Dimensions and Body

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Porsche Boxster

The Porsche Boxster epitomizes the essence of a pure, open-top driving experience with its mid-engine roadster design. Known for its agile handling and dynamic performance, the Boxster seamlessly blends luxury with thrilling precision on the road. Its unmistakable styling and superior engineering continue to captivate automotive enthusiasts who crave a visceral connection to the art of driving.

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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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Porsche Boxster
Honda Prelude

Costs and Consumption

Price
136,000 £
Price
42,400 £
Consumption L/100km
12.7 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
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
288 g/km
co2
117 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
54 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Roadster
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
2
Seats
4
Doors
2
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,485 kg
Curb weight
1,545 kg
Trunk capacity
122 L
Trunk capacity
264 L
Length
4,418 mm
Length
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Width
1,822 mm
Width
1,880 mm
Height
1,252 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
270 kg
Payload
305 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
500 HP
Power HP
184 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.2 s
Max Speed
308 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
450 Nm
Torque
315 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
368 kW
Power kW
135 kW
Engine capacity
3,996 cm3
Engine capacity
1,993 cm3

General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
Porsche
Brand
Honda
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