Tokyo, October 25, 2023 – Honda has unveiled a stunning new Prelude concept at the Japan Mobility Show, reviving the iconic nameplate after a 20-year hiatus. The new Prelude is an electric sports coupe that embodies Honda’s commitment to “joy of driving” and its “unalterable sports mindset.”
Honda CEO Toshihiro Mibe personally unveiled the Prelude concept, calling it a “specialty sports model” that offers an “exhilarating experience that makes you want to keep going forever and extraordinary excitement you never felt before.” Mibe also said that the Prelude is a “prelude for our future models which will inherit the ‘joy of driving’ into the full-fledged electrified future.”
The Prelude concept features a long hood, short overhangs, and a flowing roofline that give it a sleek and sporty design. It also has a large front grille, sharp headlights, and muscular rear fenders. The concept car is rumored to have four-wheel steering, a feature that was pioneered by the third-generation Prelude in 1987. Four-wheel steering would make the new Prelude even more agile and responsive in corners.
While Honda has not released any technical details about the Prelude concept yet, it is expected to be a high-performance electric vehicle. The production version will likely arrive within the next few years, joining Honda’s growing lineup of EVs like the Clarity EV, Honda e, and upcoming Prologue SUV.
The revival of the beloved Prelude nameplate is a welcome development for Honda fans and sports car enthusiasts alike. The Prelude was a popular choice for many years, and its return is sure to generate excitement among buyers looking for exhilarating performance in an electric package. Stay tuned for more details as Honda inches the Prelude concept closer to production.
