2027 Honda Prelude

The CarCody take

The 2027 Honda Prelude is a gasoline-electric hybrid car in the EPA subcompact class. Its 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine and variable-ratio automatic transmission drive the front wheels. EPA ratings are 46 MPG city, 41 highway, and 44 combined. The listed annual fuel cost is $1,500, with tailpipe emissions of 203 grams per mile.

Who it suits. City commuters seeking a gasoline hybrid Drivers comfortable with a subcompact car Buyers wanting front-wheel drive

What it is

The 2027 Honda Prelude is a car with a gasoline hybrid powertrain. It uses a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine, an automatic transmission with variable gear ratios, and front-wheel drive.

Its defining EPA number is 44 combined MPG. That blends the 46 MPG city rating with the 41 MPG highway rating.

The numbers

City driving is rated at 46 MPG. Highway driving is 41 MPG, so the EPA figure is higher in stop-and-go use than on open roads.

As a hybrid, the Prelude uses gasoline rather than a plug-in charging figure. Its EPA tailpipe output is 203 grams of CO2 per mile.

What it costs to run

The EPA annual fuel-cost figure is $1,500. Your actual bill will depend on miles driven, fuel prices, and how closely your driving matches the city and highway ratings.

How it compares

Use 44 combined MPG as the Prelude's comparison point against other cars. Its 46 city MPG favors urban trips, while the 41 highway MPG figure is the number to weigh for longer road travel.

For other Honda models, see Honda cars. For a wider hybrid comparison, see hybrid cars.

Who it suits

The Prelude fits drivers who want a gasoline hybrid car and spend much of their time in city traffic, where its EPA rating reaches 46 MPG.

It also suits shoppers who prefer front-wheel drive and an automatic transmission with variable gear ratios.

Trade-offs

This is an EPA-class subcompact car, so its classification may not fit buyers seeking a larger vehicle. Front-wheel drive limits the drivetrain choice to that layout.

The 41 MPG highway rating is lower than the 46 MPG city rating. It also remains gasoline-fueled, with no electric range or charging figures listed here.

Verdict

The 2027 Prelude centers its case on efficient everyday driving rather than a large-car format. A 44 MPG combined rating and $1,500 EPA fuel-cost estimate give commuters clear running-cost targets. City users get the stronger 46 MPG figure, while highway travelers should plan around 41 MPG. Its hybrid system, front-wheel drive, and variable-ratio automatic keep the setup straightforward, but shoppers wanting a bigger class or any published electric-range figure should look elsewhere.