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2026 Audi S3 vs 2027 Honda Prelude

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2026 Audi S3
Audi · 2026
★ 8.3 /10
328
HP
4.4s
0–60
$52k
MSRP
Honda · 2027
Trim / Variant
★ 7.9 /10
200
HP
6.5s
0–60
$42k
MSRP
At a Glance

Score Breakdown

How each car scores across 6 expert categories

Overall Score
Audi S3
8.3
Honda Prelude
7.9
Performance
Audi S3
8.7
Honda Prelude
7.2
Driving Dynamics
Audi S3
8
Honda Prelude
8.8
Technology
Audi S3
8.5
Honda Prelude
8
Comfort
Audi S3
7.8
Honda Prelude
7.6
Value for Money
Audi S3
7.3
Honda Prelude
7
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Performance Radar

Larger filled area means stronger all-round capability across all categories

Audi S3
Performance8.7
Dynamics8
Tech8.5
Comfort7.8
Value7.3
Engine8.5
Honda Prelude
Performance7.2
Dynamics8.8
Tech8
Comfort7.6
Value7
Engine7.8
Specifications
Audi
S3
Honda
Prelude
Performance
6 fields›
0–60 mph
4.4s
▲ Best
6.5s
Top Speed
155 mph
▲ Best
117 mph
Power
328 hp
▲ Best
200 hp
Torque
295 lb-ft
▲ Best
232 lb-ft
0–100 km/h
—
8.2s
Nürburgring
N/A
N/A
Engine & Drivetrain
11 fields›
Fuel & Efficiency
7 fields›
Chassis & Brakes
5 fields›
Wheels & Tyres
4 fields›
Steering
3 fields›
Dimensions
10 fields›
Technology & Features
4 fields›
Price & Value
1 fields›
Expert Scores
7 fields›
Feature Checklist✓ Standard  ✗ Not Available
Safety Features
14 features›
Exterior Features
10 features›
Instrumentation
2 features›
Infotainment
10 features›
Comfort & Convenience
18 features›
Conclusion

Verdict

Based on aggregate expert scores across all categories

🏆 Winner
Audi S3
Aggregate score: 48.8/60
  • ✦Quickest 0–60 acceleration
  • ✦Highest top speed
  • ✦Most powerful engine
  • ✦Best comfort rating
Honda Prelude
Aggregate score: 46.4/60
  • ✦Most affordable MSRP
  • ✦Best driving dynamics
  • ✦Lightest kerb weight
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