1996
Honda Prelude

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  • 2dr Cpe S Manual 2.2L
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    $19,960
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  • 2dr Cpe S Auto 2.2L
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    $20,760
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  • 2dr Cpe Si Manual 2.3L
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    $22,655
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  • 2dr Cpe Si Auto 2.3L
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    $23,455
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  • 2dr Cpe Manual 2.2L VTEC
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    $25,880
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100% of drivers recommend this car
4.6 / 5
Based on 4 reviews
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Comfort 4.2
Interior 4.6
Performance 4.8
Value 5.0
Exterior 4.6
Reliability 5.0

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  • By Honda from New york
    Owns this car
    October 19, 2010

    Great car

    I own a 1996 Honda prelude and it has ran like a champ. They are all made in japan. 200k This vehicle is well worth the money. My day had a 93 honda prelude and i was on my way home doing 45 mph. A van ran a red light, I smashed into the van. The car is totaled but im alive. the car was not crushed in. Everything was still intact. Plus you just can't beat vtec. Think about it, once the h22 (2.2L dohc) hits vtec, a huge cam is engaged opening up the valves. 197 hp 161 tq (h22a) japan. And they handle very well.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Sports Car Enthusiast from ATLANTA
    Owns this car
    April 1, 2010

    CAR IS AWESOME

    I JUST DROVE THE CAR AND IT RUNS GREAT IT HAS GREAT TORQUE FOR A 4 CYLINDER CAR ENGINE IS CLEAN AND NO FUNNY NOISES NOR LEAKS I HOPE STILLS THERE WHEN I GET MY TAX MONEY.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By prelude enthsuast from mira loma, ca
    Owns this car
    October 19, 2008

    best for the money

    really fast car and economic with a unique interior and nice wide exterior. best 4 cylinder car i have owned
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By preludeguy from chino, ca
    Owns this car
    April 24, 2007

    good car

    really good car, the seats are not comfortable. it has alot of power, it's really fast. good on gas avrg about 25-29MPG
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 2.0
    Interior 3.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 3.0
    Reliability 5.0
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What trim levels are available for the 1996 Honda Prelude?

The 1996 Honda Prelude is available in 3 trim levels:

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  • S (2 styles)
  • Si (2 styles)

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Is the 1996 Honda Prelude reliable?

The 1996 Honda Prelude has an average reliability rating of 5.0 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 1996 Honda Prelude owners.

Is the 1996 Honda Prelude a good Coupe?

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4.6 / 5
Based on 4 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.2
  • Interior: 4.6
  • Performance: 4.8
  • Value: 5.0
  • Exterior: 4.6
  • Reliability: 5.0

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