Honda Unveils New Prelude: Civic Type R Chassis Meets 2.0L e:HEV for GR 86 Rivalry

2025/09/05
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Honda
China
Honda revealed the new Prelude coupe, mating the Civic’s 2.0L e:HEV dual-motor hybrid to a Type R-tuned chassis for maximum driver engagement. The low, wide design debuts in 2025, targeting the Toyota GR 86.
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