Honda Prelude Long-Term Test: Let's Talk Features

The Drive’s 2026 Honda Prelude long-term test has already logged nearly 4,000 miles, and the latest update focuses on features, grouping them into “Like,” “Dislike,” and “On the Fence.” The writer says the Prelude largely shares a standard equipment set and uses the same hardware and software platform as a previous long-termer, meaning some features won’t feel unique. Among the complaints are no adjustable lumbar support in either front seat, a lack of heated steering wheel, and an adaptive cruise system that brakes abruptly with close traffic or lane-marker proximity. The note also highlights a shut-off sequence where audio, Bluetooth calls, and blind-spot monitoring stop immediately when the engine is turned off.