1997-2001 Honda Prelude: Technical Specifications

Updated: 11/23/08

1998 Honda Prelude SH
2001 Honda Prelude
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1997-2001 Honda Prelude 

  • Price Range:  $3,300 - $8,300
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45

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Specs for this generation Honda Prelude include everything from fuel mileage to seating capacity to options availability.

Vehicle Dimensions

Specification 2-door coupe
Wheelbase, in. 101.8
Overall Length, in. 178.0
Overall Width, in. 69.0
Overall Height, in. 51.8
Curb Weight, lbs. 2954
Cargo Volume, cu. ft. 8.7
Standard Payload, lbs. --
Fuel Capacity, gals. 15.9
Seating Capacity 45
Front Head Room, in. 37.9
Max. Front Leg Room, in. 43.0
Rear Head Room, in. 35.3
Max. Rear Leg Room, in. 28.1

Specifications Key: NA = not available; "--" = measurement does not exist.


Powertrain Options and Availability

A dual-overhead-cam 2.2-liter 4-cylinder engine went under all Prelude hoods, producing 195 horsepower (190 with automatic). The horsepower rating later grew to 200. Base Preludes could have either a 5-speed manual transmission or 4-speed SportShift automatic, but only manual shift went into the SH model.
Engines Size liters /
cu. in
Horse- power Torque Transmission:
EPA city/hgwy
Consumer Guide Observed
dohc I4 2.2 / 132 190-200 156 5-speed manual: 22/26
4-speed automatic: 21/26
5-speed manual: 19.4
4-speed automatic: 23.2

Specifications Key: NA = not available; "--" = measurement does not exist.

Built In:  Japan
Drive Wheels: transverse front-engine/front-wheel drive
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