Honda Prelude vs Subaru BRZ
Price, estimated monthly instalment and specifications of the Honda Prelude and the Subaru BRZ as sold in the Philippines, using each model's lowest-priced variant.
Source: Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. and Motor Image Pilipinas, Inc. Last verified .
Photo: Honda Cars Philippines, via hondaphil.com.
Honda Prelude
e:HEV E-CVT variant
- SRP
- ₱3,498,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱60,872
Photo: Motor Image Pilipinas (Subaru Philippines), via subaru.asia.
Subaru BRZ
2.4 MT variant
- SRP
- ₱2,988,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱51,997
How they differ
- The Subaru BRZ is the less expensive of the two: it starts at ₱2,988,000, which is ₱510,000 (15%) below the Honda Prelude at ₱3,498,000.
- On installment at our default terms, the BRZ is estimated at ₱51,997 a month against ₱60,872 for the Prelude, a difference of ₱8,875 a month.
- The BRZ makes more power (237 PS against 141 PS for the Prelude).
- The BRZ has more torque (250 Nm against 182 Nm for the Prelude).
- The Prelude has the better claimed fuel economy (25.6 km/L against 10.5 km/L for the BRZ).
- The Prelude is the longer vehicle (4,522 mm against 4,265 mm for the BRZ).
- The Prelude sits higher off the ground (137 mm against 130 mm for the BRZ).
- They differ in powertrain: the Prelude has a hybrid powertrain, the BRZ a combustion engine.
Specifications side by side
| Specification | Honda Preludee:HEV E-CVT, ₱3,498,000 | Subaru BRZ2.4 MT, ₱2,988,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and performance | ||
| Engine (differs) | 2.0L DOHC direct-injection Atkinson-cycle VTEC 4-cylinder, 16-valve, e:HEV full hybrid | 2.4L horizontally opposed 4-cylinder DOHC 16-valve petrol |
| Displacement (differs) | n/a | 2387 cc |
| Max power (differs) | 141 PS | 237 PS |
| Power peak (differs) | 6000 rpm | 7000 rpm |
| Max torque (differs) | 182 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque peak (differs) | 4,500 | 3,700 |
| Fuel system (differs) | n/a | D-4S direct and port injection |
| Fuel economy (differs) | 25.6 km/L | 10.5 km/L |
| Electric powertrain | ||
| Motor power (differs) | 135 kW | n/a |
| Transmission | ||
| Transmission (differs) | Electronic continuously variable transmission (E-CVT) | 6-speed manual |
| Drivetrain (differs) | n/a | Rear-wheel drive with Torsen limited-slip differential |
| Dimensions and weight | ||
| Length (differs) | 4522 mm | 4265 mm |
| Width (differs) | 1880 mm | 1775 mm |
| Height (differs) | 1355 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase (differs) | 2605 mm | 2575 mm |
| Ground clearance (differs) | 137 mm | 130 mm |
| Curb weight (differs) | 1466 kg | n/a |
| Turning radius (differs) | 5.7 m | n/a |
| Capacity | ||
| Seats (differs) | 4 | n/a |
| Fuel tank (differs) | n/a | 50 L |
| Cargo volume (differs) | 264 L | n/a |
| Chassis and brakes | ||
| Front suspension (differs) | Dual Axis MacPherson Strut | n/a |
| Rear suspension (differs) | Multi-Link | n/a |
| Front brake (differs) | Brembo calipers on 18" ventilated discs | Brembo ventilated disc, 4-piston |
| Rear brake (differs) | 16" Discs | Brembo ventilated disc, 2-piston |
| Tyres (differs) | n/a | 215/40R18 |
| Wheels (differs) | 19-inch alloy | 18" aluminium alloy (matte dark grey) |
| Safety | ||
| ABS (differs) | ABS with EBD | n/a |
| Airbags (differs) | n/a | 7 |
| Driver assistance (differs) | Honda SENSING: adaptive cruise control, low-speed follow, collision mitigation braking, forward collision warning, lane keeping assist, road departure mitigation, lane departure warning | Subaru Rear Vehicle Detection, rear view camera (no EyeSight) |
| Stability control (differs) | Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) | Vehicle Stability Control with TRACK mode and hill start assist |
| Features | ||
| Smartphone connectivity (differs) | Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | n/a |
| Instrument panel (differs) | 10.2-inch Full Digital Instrument Cluster | Combination meter with multi-information display |
| Headlight (differs) | Full LED with auto levelling and auto on/off | LED with auto-leveller and Steering Responsive Headlights |
| Keyless system (differs) | Keyless entry | n/a |
| Other features (differs) | Traction motor output 184 PS and 315 Nm | Leather and Ultrasuede sport seats, leather-wrapped steering wheel, twin tail mufflers, rear view camera, Subaru Rear Vehicle Detection |
| Ownership | ||
| Warranty (differs) | 5 years or 150,000 km, whichever comes first (Honda Secure Plus extended warranty) | 5 years or 100,000 km, whichever comes first |
| Battery warranty (differs) | 8 years or 160,000 km, whichever comes first (hybrid battery) | n/a |
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Prices are the distributor's suggested retail prices as of the verified date and may differ at dealers. Registration, insurance and other fees are not included unless stated.