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1999 Honda Prelude

Used 1999 Honda Prelude

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2001
1999
Fuel Economy
22 combined mpg
Horsepower
200 hp
Engine
4-Cyl, VTEC, 2.2 Liter
Cargo Volume
8.7 cu ft
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1999 Honda Prelude Overview

1999 Honda Prelude Pricing

1999 Honda Prelude pricing starts at $3,424 for the Prelude Coupe 2D, which had a starting MSRP of $23,865 when new. The range-topping 1999 Prelude Type SH Coupe 2D starts at $3,965 today, originally priced from $26,365.

Original MSRP
KBB Fair Purchase Price (national avg.)
Coupe 2D
$23,865
$3,424
$26,365
$3,965

The Kelley Blue Book Fair Purchase Price for any individual used vehicle can vary greatly according to mileage, condition, location, and other factors. The prices here reflect what buyers are currently paying for used 1999 Honda Prelude models in typical condition when purchasing from a dealership. These prices are updated weekly.

Prelude Consumer Sentiment

Owners give this generation Honda Prelude (1997-2001) a 4.8 out of 5 rating, which is higher than most, and 98% recommend it. These figures are based on 291 consumer reviews, like these:

What Owners are Saying About the 1999 Honda Prelude

"Great Car I have had it for two yrs. Fun to Drive."

"I Love this Car Fun and Easy to Drive."

"Sporty, reliable, and a back seat!"

"This car is super sporty but with enough room for 4 people. Unlike a lot of sports cars, this one actually has a back seat you can fit people in. Over the 10 years I have owned this car, i have never had any big mechanical issue. It runs as great today as it did when i bought it brand new. Love my honda!"

"best car ever"

"awesome car that will never fail you"

Overall 1999 Honda Prelude Quality

User sentiment suggests the overall quality of the 1999 Honda Prelude is above average for its class. Owners rated the 1999 Honda Prelude quality a 4.9 out of 5.

1999 Honda Prelude Reliability

The 1999 Honda Prelude receives an average consumer rating of 4.8 overall and a 4.9 for reliability, which means owners consider its reliability to be above average.

Favorite 1999 Prelude Features

According to drivers of the 1999 Prelude, here are some of its best features:

  • Value is retained. Lots of Fun to drive.
  • Reliable, tiptronic option, sporty
  • Fun to drive
  • Great interior, ahead of its time for the year. Fun, and quick
  • Handles well, good power for age, easy to work on

1999 Honda Prelude MPG by Trim

1999 Prelude Coupe 2D - city 20 MPG - hwy 24 MPG

1999 Prelude Type SH Coupe 2D - city 20 MPG - hwy 24 MPG

1999 Prelude Safety

NHTSA Safety Rating

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the 1999 Honda Prelude front-side driver crash test rating is 4 out of 5 stars. The front-side passenger crash test rating is 5 out of 5.

1999 Honda Prelude Safety Features

  • Child Door Locks: Not available
  • Child Seat Anchors: Not available
  • Driver Airbag
  • Passenger Airbag
  • Rear Side Airbag
  • Front Side Airbag
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1999 Honda Prelude
KBB.com Consumer Reviews

4.8
Consumer Rating
Based on 291 Consumer Reviews
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Value
4.8
Performance
4.9
Quality
4.9
Comfort
4.7
Reliability
4.9
Styling
4.9

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1999 Honda Prelude Styles

Style
Price
Combined Fuel Economy
Horsepower
Engine
Cargo Capacity
Torque
Curb Weight
Coupe 2D
$3,424
22 MPG
200 @ 7000 RPM
4-Cyl, VTEC, 2.2 Liter
8.7 cu ft
156 lb-ft
2954 lbs
Type SH Coupe 2D
$3,965
22 MPG
200 @ 7000 RPM
4-Cyl, VTEC, 2.2 Liter
8.7 cu ft
156 lb-ft
3042 lbs
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1999 Honda Prelude Depreciation

A 1999 Honda Prelude has depreciated $234 or 8% in the last 3 years and has a current resale value of $2,563 and trade-in value of $1,791.

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1999 Honda Prelude Annual Depreciation

Year
Vehicle Depreciation*
Resale Value
Trade-In Value
2022
+ $248
$2,797
$1,902
2023
+ $156
$2,953
$1,908
2024
$115
$2,838
$1,772
Now
$275
$2,563
$1,791
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*Depreciation for the last 12 months of the private party resale value.

1999 Honda Prelude Depreciation

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Specifications

Dimensions, Weights & Capacities

Curb Weight
2954 lbs.
EPA Passenger
78.4 cu.ft.
Fuel Capacity
15.9 gallons
Front Head Room
37.9 inches
Front Leg Room
43.0 inches
Max Seating Capacity
4
Overall Length
178.0 inches
Front Shoulder Room
53.8 inches
Trunk or Cargo Capacity
8.7 cu.ft.
Turning Diameter
36.1 feet
Wheel Base
101.8 inches
Width with mirrors
69.0 inches

Exterior

Alloy Wheels
Available
Moon Roof/Sun Roof
Available
Number of Doors
2 doors
Rear Spoiler
Available

Fuel Economy

City
20 mpg
Highway
24 mpg
Combined
22 mpg

Mechanical

Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission Type
Manual
5 speed
Available
Recommended Fuel
Premium

Performance

Horsepower
200 @ 7000 RPM
Torque
156 @ 5250 rpm
Engine
4-Cyl, VTEC, 2.2 Liter

Warranty

Basic
3 years / 36000 miles
Powertrain
3 years / 36000 miles

Entertainment

  • DVD Entertainment System
  • MP3 Player
  • CD Player

Interior

  • Power Windows
  • Tilt Steering Wheel

Seating

  • Leather Seats
  • Dual Power Front Seats
  • Power Driver's Seat

Technology

  • Cruise Control
  • Hands Free Phone
  • Navigation System

1999 Honda Prelude Safety

1999 Honda Prelude Safety Technology

  • Child Door Locks: Not available
  • Child Seat Anchors: Not available
  • Driver Airbag
  • Passenger Airbag
  • Rear Side Airbag
  • Front Side Airbag
Not Available

Crash Test Rating

Provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Driver Front
4.0
Passenger Front
5.0

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Price
$3,424
$2,721
$2,760
$2,464
Consumer Rating
4.8
4.8
4.6
4.4
Fuel Economy
City 20/Hwy 24/Comb 22 MPG
City 29/Hwy 37/Comb 32 MPG
City 20/Hwy 28/Comb 23 MPG
City 17/Hwy 27/Comb 20 MPG
Fuel Type
Gas
Gas
Gas
Gas
Seating Capacity4445
Basic Warranty
3 years or 36000 miles
3 years or 36000 miles
5 years or 60000 miles
3 years or 36000 miles
Horsepower
200 @ 7000 RPM
108 @ 6000 RPM
147 @ 5500 RPM
200 @ 5200 RPM
Engine
4-Cyl, VTEC, 2.2 Liter
4-Cyl, 1.5 Liter
4-Cyl, 2.4 Liter
V6, 3.8 Liter
Drivetrain
FWD
FWD
FWD
FWD

1999 Honda Prelude Rankings

FAQs

Is 1999 a good year for a Honda Prelude?

Owners of the vehicle give it 4.8 out of 5 stars. To find out if the 1999 Prelude is the right car for you, check out the pros and cons, trims, specs and options at Kelley Blue Book.

Is the Honda Prelude 1999 a good Coupe?

Owners of the vehicle give it 4.8 out of 5 stars. To find out if the 1999 Prelude is the right car for you, check out the pros and cons, trims, specs and options at Kelley Blue Book.

What is the MPG for a 1999 Honda Prelude?

The 1999 Honda Prelude gets 20 mpg in the city and 24 mpg on the highway.

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