Honda Prelude 1996-
  • Economy

    Value

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Pretty good value.

    Costs

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Bit thirsty if pressed. Auto maybe the cause.

  • On the road

    Driving

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Handling very good. Excellent in fact.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Auto slow on motorways. Good 25-55 in second.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Breaks needed to be skimmed at 9000 miles, air-con failed. Struts replaced.

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Better than a rep-mobile for similar money. No Mercedes though.

    Comfort

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Seats OK, but interior a bit bland and cheap plastics.

  • Security and Service

    Service

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Full Honda warranty. Honda dealer looks for way out to refuse to fix anything.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Air-con failed. Recharged.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes