Honda to Revive the Prelude as a Hybrid-Electric Sports Coupe in 2025

The iconic Prelude returns with a two-motor hybrid powertrain and new S+ Shift technology, blending Honda's sporty heritage with modern innovation.

The sixth-generation Honda Prelude will launch in the U.S. market in late 2025, marking its return after being discontinued in 2001.
The new Prelude will feature a two-motor hybrid-electric powertrain, similar to those used in the Civic, Accord, and CR-V hybrids.
Honda's new S+ Shift mode debuts with the Prelude, enhancing driver engagement by simulating gear shifts and synchronizing engine sounds with acceleration.
The Prelude is part of Honda's broader electrification strategy, which aims for carbon neutrality by 2050 and 100% EV sales by 2040.
Originally introduced in 1978, the Prelude has historically served as a testbed for innovative technologies in Honda's lineup.