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Honda Prelude Price in the Philippines (2026)
Honda Prelude Philippines 2026: one 2.0 e:HEV hybrid coupe at ₱3,498,000. What you get for the money, specs, pros and cons.
- TypeHybrid sports coupe
- Seats4
- Engine2.0L e:HEV hybrid
- Transmissione-CVT with S+ Shift
- Fuel / powerHybrid
Honda Prelude variants and prices
| Variant | Transmission | SRP | 20% down | Est. monthly* |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 e:HEV | e-CVT | ₱3,498,000 | ₱699,600 | ₱59,458 |
Prices: suggested retail prices from zigwheels.ph, checked November 2026. *Estimate with 20% down, 60 months, 10% a year; your bank's rate and fees will differ. Try your own numbers.
Prelude overview
The Prelude name came back for 2026 as a two-door hybrid coupe, and Honda Cars Philippines prices it at ₱3,498,000. Top Gear Philippines reported the figure in late February 2026, and Zigwheels lists the same SRP in November. There is one version. It uses the 2.0-liter e:HEV system from the Civic hybrid: Top Gear PH lists 139 hp and 182 Nm for the engine and 181 hp and 315 Nm for the electric motor that drives the wheels.
Its party trick is S+ Shift. In Sport mode the paddle shifters fake gear changes with rev-matched downshifts, and Active Sound Control plays engine sound in the cabin. Honda has since added the feature to the Civic RS e:HEV. The Prelude seats four, rides 115 mm off the ground according to Zigwheels, and measures 4,522 mm long. Top Gear PH says it comes in five colors, with Moonlit White Pearl at extra cost, and that a ₱100,000 reservation was required at launch.
The price is the sticking point. The Civic RS e:HEV, with the same hybrid hardware and S+ Shift, four doors and a big trunk, costs ₱2,080,000. That's ₱1,418,000 less. So the Prelude is a purchase you make with your heart: for the shape, the badge and the history of a nameplate many Filipino Honda fans grew up with. The low nose and 115 mm clearance mean you'll need to watch for steep mall ramps, speed humps and flooded streets. On the plus side, as a full hybrid it should qualify for the number coding exemption that the DOE has confirmed for hybrids under the EVIDA law.
Who it is for: Honda enthusiasts who want a stylish, efficient two-door and accept paying far more than the mechanically similar Civic hybrid.
Prelude specifications
| Spec | Honda Prelude |
|---|---|
| Body type | Hybrid sports coupe |
| Seats | 4 |
| Powertrain | Hybrid |
| Engine | 2.0L e:HEV hybrid |
| Power (hp) | 181 |
| Torque (Nm) | 315 |
| Transmission | e-CVT with S+ Shift |
| Length (mm) | 4,522 |
| Ground clearance (mm) | 115 |
Generation: Sixth generation (BF1), 2026–. Specs vary by variant; check the brochure for your exact trim.
Pros and cons
What we like on paper
- Distinctive coupe styling and a famous nameplate
- Efficient e:HEV hybrid with S+ Shift
- Full hybrid, so it's expected to qualify for the coding exemption
What to consider
- Costs ₱1,418,000 more than a Civic RS e:HEV with similar hardware
- Low 115 mm clearance and only four seats
Prelude rivals
Honda Prelude FAQ
How much is the Honda Prelude in the Philippines?
₱3,498,000 for the single 2.0 e:HEV version, as reported by Top Gear Philippines in February 2026 and listed by Zigwheels in November 2026. Some colors cost extra.
Is the new Prelude a hybrid?
Yes. It uses Honda's 2.0-liter e:HEV full-hybrid system, where an electric motor drives the wheels and the engine mostly works as a generator.
How does the Prelude compare with the Civic e:HEV?
They share the 2.0 e:HEV hardware and S+ Shift. The Civic is a four-door sedan with five seats and costs ₱2,080,000. The Prelude is a four-seat coupe at ₱3,498,000.