Honda Prelude fourth generation
The Honda Prelude fourth generation (1992–1996): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 9 versions in the United States and Canada.
Model codes: BB · Sold in: United States and Canada
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | – | 4,440 mm |
| Width | – | 1,765 mm |
| Height | – | 1,290 mm |
| Wheelbase | – | 2,550 mm |
| Weights and towing | ||
| Kerb weight | – | 1,288 kg |
| Seats and space | ||
| Luggage space (EPA) | 227 L EPA | – |
| Passenger space (EPA) | 2,265 L EPA | – |
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Wikipedia, US EPA fuel economy data. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
52 complaints for model years 1992–1996. 13 crashes · 2 fires · 12 injuries
Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints
All 9 versions of the Honda Prelude fourth generation
United States 5 versions
Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Drive | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993–1996(VTEC) (FFS) · DOHC-VTEC (FFS) · DOHC/VTEC (FFS) | 2.2 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 263 g/km |
| 1992–1996(FFS) | 2.2 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 23–24 MPG (9.8–10.2 L/100 km) EPA | 230–240 g/km |
| 1992–1996(FFS), CLKUP | 2.2 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 21–23 MPG (10.2–11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 240–263 g/km |
| 1992–1996(FFS) | 2.3 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 263 g/km |
| 1992–1996(FFS), CLKUP | 2.3 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 263 g/km |
Canada 4 versions
Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996Subcompact | 2.2 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 10.9 L/100 km 5-cycle | 251 g/km |
| 1995–1996Subcompact | 2.2 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 10.3–11.3 L/100 km 5-cycle | 237–260 g/km |
| 1995–1996Subcompact | 2.3 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 11.2–11.3 L/100 km 5-cycle | 258–260 g/km |
| 1995–1996Subcompact | 2.3 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 10.9 L/100 km 5-cycle | 251 g/km |
Similar models from other brands
Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.