The Prelude will also borrow the dual-axis front suspension setup from the Civic Type R, which helps reduce torque steer in high-powered front-wheel-drive cars.

A production version of the 2026 Honda Prelude is expected to make its debut at the 2025 Tokyo Auto Salon early next month. Look for more details to emerge then. Become an AutoGuide insider.

TOKYO — Honda is rebooting the legendary Prelude sporty coupe that was retired in 2001 after helping build the Japanese brand's reputation for engineering spirited driver's cars.

Sounds like Honda wants to position the Prelude as a genuine performance model rather than just a stylish two-door variant of the Civic .