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Subaru BRZ vs Honda Prelude - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (235 HP vs 184 HP), boot space and price (36000 £ vs 42400 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Subaru BRZ or Honda Prelude?

Subaru BRZ

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.

Subaru BRZ has a somewhat advantage in terms of price – it starts at 36000 £, while the Honda Prelude costs 42400 £. That’s a price difference of around 6437 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Honda Prelude manages with 5.20 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Subaru BRZ with 8.80 L. The difference is about 3.60 L per 100 km.

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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 Subaru BRZ has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 235 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 51 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Subaru BRZ 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 Subaru BRZ performs a bit better – reaching 226 km/h, while the Honda Prelude tops out at 188 km/h. The difference is around 38 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Honda Prelude pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 315 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 65 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In terms of boot space, the Honda Prelude offers slightly more room – 264 L compared to 237 L. That’s a difference of about 27 L.

Who wins the race?

The Honda Prelude proves to be slightly ahead and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Honda Prelude is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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Honda Prelude

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 184 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.20 L
Subaru BRZ
Honda Prelude

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Subaru BRZ

The Subaru BRZ is a pure driver's car — lightweight, balanced and joyfully communicative, turning every twisty back road into an invitation to grin. It doesn’t hide behind flashy tech or brute power; instead it delivers razor-sharp handling and honest feedback, making it a brilliant choice for anyone who wants driving to feel like fun again.

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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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Subaru BRZ
Honda Prelude
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Costs and Consumption

Price
36000 - 38600 £
Price
42400 £
Consumption L/100km
8.80 L
Consumption L/100km
5.20 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
199 - 200 g/km
co2
117 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
4
Seats
4
Doors
2
Doors
3
Curb weight
1275 - 1296 kg
Curb weight
-
Trunk capacity
237 L
Trunk capacity
264 L
Length
4265 mm
Length
4525 mm
Width
1775 mm
Width
1880 mm
Height
1310 mm
Height
1349 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
760 L
Payload
395 - 404 kg
Payload
-

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
235 HP
Power HP
184 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 6.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.20 s
Max Speed
216 - 226 km/h
Max Speed
188 km/h
Torque
250 Nm
Torque
315 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
172 kW
Power kW
135 kW
Engine capacity
2387 cm3
Engine capacity
1993 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
Subaru
Brand
Honda
What drivetrain options does the Subaru BRZ have?

Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.