2026 Prelude Exterior Walkaround

Hi, I’m Daniel Rodriguez with Honda and welcome to the Honda Collection Hall. A place where innovation and history live side by side. Every vehicle you see here is a fully running example preserved to showcase Honda’s spirit of engineering and performance. Behind me, six generations of Prelude. Each one a standout. Each one a signal that Honda was thinking differently. And now meet the newest one. The 2026 Prelude makes a bold first impression. Low, wide, and unapologetically driver focused. That’s been true of every Prelude generation. From the beginning, it was a coupe built for the road ahead. Clean, confident, and always a little ahead of its time. This one picks up right where those left off. The long hood and sculpted sides speak to that legacy, but the details tell a story of progress. Let’s explore the design that sets it apart. From the very first generation, Prelude was known for its clean lines and progressive proportions. This new generation builds on that heritage with a long hood, athletic stance, and fluid silhouette that stretches into a sleek rear lift back. Up front, the design is clean and technical. A slim grill and narrow, horizontally stretched LED headlights emphasize the car’s width and low center of gravity. And it’s not just for show. The minimal grill and smart aerodynamics speak to the Prelude’s hybrid efficiency and streamline performance. Low on the body, you’ll find integrated air extracting vents. They release air flow from the wheel wells to reduce turbulence and drag. Inside those wheel wells, you’ll find standard 19-in wheels with 235 4019 tires, giving Prelude a low planted look. Subtle sculpting around the sides adds movement without clutter. And with a liftback style rear, it’s not just about design, it’s about realworld practicality. This is a coupe you’ll be happy to live with everyday. Look closer at the roof line and you’ll spot a motorsport inspired double bubble design. Originally developed to optimize helmet clearance in racing, it adds headroom inside while enhancing aerodynamics outside. Around back, the full width LED tail light bar makes a bold impression. It spans the entire width of the car, reinforcing its planted stance and giving it a distinctive nighttime signature. And just below it, a true throwback, the Prelude script badge featured prominently on the rear. Just like it was on earlier generations, it’s a name with history. From every angle, the 2026 Prelude is a celebration of what made the original so special. Re-imagined for a new generation of drivers. It’s low, confident, and clean. Built to move you emotionally, and designed to perform practically. This is what the future of a driver’s coupe looks like. For more information on other Prelude features, please check out the interior and technology videos in this series or visit hondainfoscenter.com. Thanks for watching.

The Prelude returns for 2026 with a sleek, modern coupe profile that celebrates its heritage while pushing design forward. From its clean proportions to its flush pop-out door handles and performance-focused stance, every detail reflects Honda’s commitment to precision and style.

Learn more about the 2026 Prelude at:
https://www.hondainfocenter.com/2026/Prelude/#feature-guide