2001 Honda Prelude Base 4AT
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- Photo: 2001 Honda Prelude SE in Milano Red, Front Left, 06-17-2022 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Honda Prelude V (1997–2000) 2.0i front MJ by No machine-readable author provided. M 93 assumed (based on copyright claims)., CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1997 Honda Prelude 2.0i by Rutger van der Maar, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Honda Prelude V (1997–2000) 2.0i rear MJ by No machine-readable author provided. M 93 assumed (based on copyright claims)., CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1999 Honda Prelude 2.0 Rear by Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2001 Honda Prelude Base 4AT is a 195-hp 2.2-liter inline-4 sports coupe with a 4-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. It starts at $24,600 MSRP and is rated at 21 mpg combined.
It makes 195 horsepower at 6,600 rpm and 156 lb-ft of torque at 5250 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 19 mpg city and 24 mpg highway (21 mpg combined).
The Prelude measures 178.0 inches long on a 101.8-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,009 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Coupe |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $24,600 ($45,144 *) |
| MSRP with Destination | $25,040 ($45,951 *) |
| Destination Charge | $440 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 2.2-liter 16-valve DOHC VTEC inline-4 (H22A4) |
| Displacement | 2.2 L |
| Horsepower | 195 hp @ 6,600 rpm |
| Torque | 156 lb-ft @ 5250 rpm |
| Valvetrain | 16-valve DOHC VTEC, belt-driven |
| Bore and Stroke | 87.0 x 90.7 |
| Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 |
| Injection Type | Multi-Point Programmed Fuel Injection (PGM-FI) |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 4-Speed Automatic with Sequential SportShift |
| 1st Gear | 2.528 |
| 2nd Gear | 1.427 |
| 3rd Gear | 0.976 |
| 4th Gear | 0.653 |
| Reverse | 1.863 |
| Final Drive | 4.785 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 19 MPG |
| Highway | 24 MPG |
| Combined | 21 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium Unleaded |
| Tank Capacity | 15.9 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Independent double wishbone, coil springs |
| Rear Suspension | Independent double wishbone with trailing arms, coil springs |
| Front Stabilizer Bar | 25.4 mm |
| Rear Stabilizer Bar | 23.0 mm |
| Turning Diameter | 36.1 ft |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | 11.1 in ventilated disc |
| Rear Brake Disc | 10.2 in disc |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 16 x 6.5 JJ alloy |
| Wheels Rear | 16 x 6.5 JJ alloy |
| Tires Front | P205/50R16 87V Bridgestone RE92 all-season |
| Tires Rear | P205/50R16 87V Bridgestone RE92 all-season |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 178 in |
| Width | 69 in |
| Height | 51.8 in |
| Wheelbase | 101.8 in |
| Front Track | 60 in |
| Rear Track | 59.6 in |
| Ground Clearance | 5.7 in |
| Cargo Volume | 8.7 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 3,009 lbs |
| Weight Distribution (F/R) | 63% / 37% |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 37.9 in |
| Headroom Rear | 35.3 in |
| Legroom Front | 43 in |
| Legroom Rear | 28.1 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 53.8 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 50 in |
| Hip Room Front | 52.1 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 41 in |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 2001 Honda Prelude Base 4AT with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.
Recalls
3 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2001 Honda PRELUDE. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Jun 29, 2006 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING
CERTAIN AAI MOTORSPORTS COMBINATION LAMPS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LIST PASSENGER VEHICLES. COMBINATION LAMPS NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."
Consequence: LACK OF AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS IN THE LAMPS WILL DECREASE LIGHTING VISIBILITY TO OTHER DRIVERS AND MAY POSSIBLY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH
Remedy: AAI MOTORSPORTS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE LAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 1, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT AAI MOTORSPORTS AT 909-923-9188.
NHTSA campaign 06E060000
Mar 23, 2006 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING
CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
Consequence: WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Remedy: PRO-A MOTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PRO-A MOTORS AT 323-838-2988.
NHTSA campaign 06E026000
Jan 28, 2005 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE INTERLOCK OPERATION OF THE IGNITION SWITCH MAY NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY, MAKING IT POSSIBLE TO TURN THE IGNITION KEY TO THE "OFF" POSITION AND REMOVE THE KEY WITHOUT SHIFTING THE TRANSMISSION TO PARK.
Consequence: IF THE DRIVER DOES NOT SHIFT TO PARK BEFORE REMOVING THE KEY AND FAILS TO ENGAGE THE PARKING BRAKE, THE VEHICLE COULD ROLL AND A CRASH COULD OCCUR.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL PERFORM AN INSPECTION PROCEDURE THAT CONFIRMS INTERLOCK FUNCTION. VEHICLES WILL BE UPDATED WITH A REDESIGNED INTERLOCK LEVER FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 7, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HONDA AT 1-800-999-1009 OR ACURA AT 1-800-382-2238.
NHTSA campaign 05V025000
21 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2001 Honda PRELUDE
Owner Complaints
21 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2001 Honda PRELUDE (3 mention a crash, 1 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Power Train | 11 |
| Electrical System | 4 |
| Hydraulic | 4 |
| Service Brakes | 4 |
| Air Bags | 1 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2001 HONDA PRELUDE. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.