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Toyota Corolla vs Honda Prelude - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (178 HP vs 184 HP), boot space and price (28600 £ vs 42400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Toyota Corolla or Honda Prelude?

Toyota Corolla

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Honda Prelude

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

Corolla

Costs and Efficiency:

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.

Toyota Corolla has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 28600 £ , while the Honda Prelude costs 42400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13851 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Toyota Corolla manages with 4.40 L and is therefore slightly more efficient than the Honda Prelude with 5.20 L. The difference is about 0.80 L per 100 km.

Corolla

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 Honda Prelude has a barely noticeable edge – offering 184 HP compared to 178 HP. That’s roughly 6 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota Corolla is barely noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 7.50 s, while the Honda Prelude takes 8.20 s. That’s about 0.70 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Honda Prelude performs barely noticeable better – reaching 188 km/h, while the Toyota Corolla tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 8 km/h.

Corolla

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Toyota Corolla offers somewhat more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In terms of boot space, the Toyota Corolla offers clearly perceptible more room – 361 L compared to 264 L. That’s a difference of about 97 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Toyota Corolla performs noticeable better – up to 1052 L, which is about 292 L more than the Honda Prelude.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota Corolla 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.

Toyota Corolla
Honda Prelude

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Corolla

Toyota Corolla

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 140 - 178 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.40 L

Toyota Corolla

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The Toyota Corolla remains the steady, no-nonsense compact that puts reliability and low running costs at the top of your shopping list, with a comfortable, well-built interior that won't embarrass you at the supermarket. It won't set your pulse racing, but it's an honest, easy-to-live-with car that makes smart sense for buyers who want dependability and sensible value with a dash of modern tech.

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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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Toyota Corolla
Honda Prelude

Costs and Consumption

Price
28600 - 34900 £
Price
42400 £
Consumption L/100km
4.40 L
Consumption L/100km
5.20 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
100 g/km
co2
117 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
43 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
5
Doors
3
Curb weight
1420 - 1460 kg
Curb weight
-
Trunk capacity
313 - 361 L
Trunk capacity
264 L
Length
4370 mm
Length
4525 mm
Width
1790 mm
Width
1880 mm
Height
1435 mm
Height
1349 mm
Max trunk capacity
1004 - 1052 L
Max trunk capacity
760 L
Payload
400 - 450 kg
Payload
-

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
140 - 178 HP
Power HP
184 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.20 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
188 km/h
Torque
-
Torque
315 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
103 - 131 kW
Power kW
135 kW
Engine capacity
1798 - 1987 cm3
Engine capacity
1993 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
Toyota
Brand
Honda
Is the Toyota Corolla offered with different drivetrains?

The Toyota Corolla is available as Front-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.