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Toyota Prius vs Honda Prelude – Performance, range & efficiency compared

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Toyota Prius or Honda Prelude fits your lifestyle better.

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.

Toyota Prius has a slight advantage in terms of price – it starts at 39400 £, while the Honda Prelude costs 42400 £. That’s a price difference of around 3008 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Toyota Prius manages with 0.50 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Honda Prelude with 5.20 L. The difference is about 4.70 L per 100 km.

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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 Toyota Prius has a a bit edge – offering 223 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 39 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota Prius is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 6.80 s, while the Honda Prelude takes 8.20 s. That’s about 1.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Honda Prelude performs minimal better – reaching 188 km/h, while the Toyota Prius tops out at 177 km/h. The difference is around 11 km/h.

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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 Prius offers slightly more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In terms of boot space, the Toyota Prius offers hardly perceptible more room – 284 L compared to 264 L. That’s a difference of about 20 L.

Who wins the race?

The Toyota Prius proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Toyota Prius is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £39,400
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Toyota Prius

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 223 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.5 - 0.7 L
  • Electric Range : 72 - 86 km
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Toyota Prius

The Prius glides through traffic like a wise commuter's secret weapon, balancing miserly running costs with an unflappable sense of reliability. It's not a thrill seeker, but its roomy cabin, sensible packaging and low-stress driving personality make it a brilliant choice for buyers who value peace of mind over pulse-raising performance.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
39400 - 45800 £
Price
42400 £
Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 0.7 L
Consumption L/100km
5.20 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
72 - 86 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
12 - 17 g/km
co2
117 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 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
1620 - 1630 kg
Curb weight
-
Trunk capacity
284 L
Trunk capacity
264 L
Length
4599 mm
Length
4525 mm
Width
1782 mm
Width
1880 mm
Height
1470 mm
Height
1349 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
760 L
Payload
365 - 375 kg
Payload
-

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin 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
223 HP
Power HP
184 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.80 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.20 s
Max Speed
177 km/h
Max Speed
188 km/h
Torque
-
Torque
315 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
164 kW
Power kW
135 kW
Engine capacity
1998 cm3
Engine capacity
1993 cm3

General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
Toyota
Brand
Honda

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Is the Toyota Prius offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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