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Mat's got his hands on among the most extremely expected resurgence automobiles of the years – the all-new Honda Start!
He's been lucky enough to drive some amazing Japanese sports cars over the past couple of years. From the legendary hybrid NSX through to the ultra-focused Civic Type R, Mat has had his hands on some of the best-handling vehicles worldwide. But how does Honda's revived 1990s icon stack up in the modern period?
Let's start with a take a look at the statistics.
Beginning with the engine, it's powered by a 2.0-litre four-cylinder hybrid setup that produces 180hp and 315Nm of torque. Power is sent to the front wheels via an e-CVT transmission, however Honda has fitted a clever brand-new'S+ Shift' system that replicates an 8-speed transmission with virtual rev-matching! Due to the fact that it's carrying a battery, the cars and truck weighs approximately 1,480 kg. In regards to value, it has a starting rate of around ₤ 41,000!
However it's not simply a basic eco-box below. Honda has in fact obtained some severe hardware directly from the Civic Type R! The Start features the specific very same dual-axis front suspension to get rid of torque steer, specially tuned adaptive dampers, and a set of massive 4-piston Brembo brakes concealing behind 19-inch alloys.
Inside, the Prelude includes a driver-focused 2 +2 design. It comes filled with a 9-inch infotainment screen, heavily boosted sports seats, and a sporty D-shaped steering wheel. Oh, and the rear seats fold down so you can in fact fit a good amount of luggage in the back!
So it looks great, but can a 180hp hybrid really provide the thrills we get out of a sports coupe? And is it a worthy successor to the famous Start name? You'll need to stick to Mat to see for yourself!
We wish to say a huge thank you to Craig for lending us his 1999 Prelude for this evaluation.
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Chapters
0:00 – Intro: The Legend Returns
0:52 – Exterior Design & Walkaround
3:21 – New Prelude Interior Tour & Quality
7:35 – Classic Prelude Exterior Comparison
11:26 – Retro Interior: 90s vs Modern
13:50 – Engine Specs & Hybrid Powertrain
15:50 – 0-60 MILES PER HOUR & 1/4 Mile Performance Test
18:21 – Braking Distance & Safety Test
19:26 – Cost & Worth for Money
21:57 – Back Seats & Boot Space
26:09 – Storage & Daily Practicality
27:19 – Screen & Infotainment Tech Review
28:43 – Driving Impressions: Handling & Speed
32:08 – Real Life Fuel Economy & Daily Living
37:37 – Last Decision: Is it worth it?
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