by Updates and Accessories for Honda Prelude
The return of the Honda Prelude caused a significant resonance, and not all reviews were positive. However, immediately after the coupe appeared in Japanese showrooms, Honda’s own accessories division and its tuning partner Mugen offered a number of updates for the exterior, interior, and improved handling for those who are not satisfied with the standard trim.
Offer from Mugen
Mugen offers a full carbon fiber body kit, including a front splitter, aerodynamic side fins, rearview mirrors with a modified shape, rear bumper extensions with an integrated diffuser, and a three-section rear spoiler. Forged BBS wheels with a diameter of 19 inches are also available, which reduce the unsprung mass by 4 kg on each wheel.
In addition, Mugen has a sports exhaust system with a larger muffler that provides a more expressive sound compared to the standard one. For improved handling, Type S brake pads and performance shock absorbers are offered. Less noticeable options include decals, Mugen emblems, floor mats, and sill plates.
Prices for the carbon kit and exhaust system have not yet been announced, but other elements are already available in Japan. For example, BBS wheels cost ¥176,000, shock absorbers – ¥143,000, brake pads – ¥52,800. Rearview mirrors are valued at ¥110,000 with an additional option of a hydrophobic film for ¥55,000. Interior updates cost from ¥29,700 to ¥46,200.
Certified Accessories from Honda
Honda also offers its own catalog of accessories for those who prefer a more restrained approach. The “Sports Style” package includes aerodynamic bumper extensions, radiator grille accents in white or red, a black rear spoiler, mirrors that match the style, dark emblems, and unique 19-inch alloy wheels with a five-spoke design.
Prices for these elements: splitter – ¥55,000, grille trim – ¥33,000–36,300, rear wing – ¥71,500, wheels – ¥215,600. Side skirts are absent, but there are splash guards for ¥36,300. Dark emblems cost ¥17,600, black mirrors – ¥15,400.
For the interior, Honda offers floor mats with the Prelude inscription for ¥79,200 and a waterproof luggage tray for ¥14,300. Additionally, you can install additional LED lighting to illuminate cup holders, footwells, trunk, and sills, as well as projection lights with the model name.
Lack of Performance Enhancements
There are currently no tuning kits available for the Prelude’s hybrid powertrain, which produces a combined 200 hp thanks to a 2.0-liter gasoline engine and two electric motors.
As for the chassis, the coupe comes standard with elements from the Civic Type R, including front Brembo brakes, wide tracks, adaptive shock absorbers, and a dual-axis front suspension. However, the tuning in the Prelude is oriented more towards comfort than in the sports hatchback.
Given the launch of the new Honda Prelude in Japan, it can be expected that local tuning ateliers will soon present their own updates. The next Tokyo Auto Salon will likely show a wide range of modifications for this hybrid coupe.
These proposals underscore that Honda and Mugen are trying to cater to different buyer tastes, from aggressive to more conservative. While performance improvements are currently absent, the focus on aesthetics and finish could significantly increase the model’s appeal to enthusiasts. Future events, such as the Tokyo Auto Salon, may expand these possibilities even further.
