Honda Prelude BB1
A tech-forward 90s icon featuring electronic four-wheel steering and a futuristic wraparound dash.
- Power
- 160 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 7.3 s
- Top speed
- 135 mph
- Est. value
- $5k–$25k
About the Honda Prelude BB1
The fourth-generation Honda Prelude marked a radical departure from its predecessors, ditching pop-up headlights for a wider, more aggressive stance. The 2.3i trim (known as the Si in North America) utilised the H23A engine, providing a torquey alternative to the high-revving VTEC models. Its most distinctive feature is the 'Concentrated Target Meter' dashboard, a futuristic digital-analogue display spanning the entire width of the cabin. This generation also introduced an electronically controlled four-wheel steering system, significantly enhancing low-speed manoeuvrability and high-speed stability.
Honda Prelude BB1 specs
The Honda Prelude BB1 produces 160 bhp (119 kW) and 209 Nm (154 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 7.3 seconds and has a top speed of 135 mph (217 km/h).
| Make | Honda |
|---|---|
| Model | Prelude |
| Generation | BB1 |
| Trim | 2.3i |
| Years | 1991–1996 |
| Type | JDM |
| Body style | Coupé |
| Country | Japan |
| Production | About 98,627 built |
| Original price | About $22,000 when new |
| Engine | 2.3-litre DOHC inline-4 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 2,259 cc (2.3 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 160 bhp (119 kW) at 5,800 rpm |
| Torque | 209 Nm (154 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 6,500 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 7.3 s |
| Top speed | 135 mph (217 km/h) |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,250 kg (2,756 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 128 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is a Honda Prelude BB1 worth?
A typical Honda Prelude BB1 is estimated to be worth $4,800 – $25,000 (about £3,600 – £19,000).
Its original price when new was about $22,000.
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
Honda Prelude BB1 rarity in CarSpot
The Honda Prelude BB1 is an Uncommon card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 19 out of 100. Hot hatches and premium sporty cars. An Uncommon card is worth 20 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Honda Prelude BB1 fun facts
- The fourth-gen Prelude served as the official Formula One Safety Car for the 1994 Japanese Grand Prix.
- Its unique wraparound dashboard was inspired by the cockpit of a jet fighter, featuring a full-width luminescent display.
- The 2.3i's H23A engine features Fiber Reinforced Metal (FRM) cylinder liners, a high-durability technology also used in the NSX.
