How much does a new Honda Prelude cost in Oklahoma City?

Bob Howard Honda in Oklahoma City lists the new 2026 Honda Prelude at Honda’s published starting MSRP of $42,000, and the price of each Prelude Hybrid it has in stock is shown on its own listing. Oklahoma adds its excise tax, title and registration charges at purchase, so the out-the-door total runs above the sticker.

Keep reading below, then schedule a test drive in Oklahoma City. Bringing your own numbers to the lot settles this faster than any spec sheet.

What MSRP does a new Honda Prelude carry at Bob Howard Honda?

Honda’s published starting MSRP for the 2026 Prelude is $42,000, and that figure is the one a buyer starts from. The store on North Kelley Avenue in Oklahoma City sells the Prelude alongside the rest of the new Honda lineup.

The Prelude is a 200-horsepower, four-seat hybrid. Its starting price is the manufacturer’s own figure, so it is the number to compare against any other dealer’s listing for the same car.

What do Oklahoma tax, title and registration add to a new Prelude?

Oklahoma adds its tax, title and registration charges to a new Prelude’s price at purchase, so the out-the-door total is higher than the vehicle price. Oklahoma taxes a vehicle purchase in two layers.

The first layer is a motor vehicle excise tax under 68 O.S. Section 2103 of three and one-fourth percent (3.25%) of the value of a new vehicle. The second is a sales tax under 68 O.S. Section 1355(2) of one and twenty-five-hundredths percent (1.25%) of the price. Motor vehicle sales are not subject to city, county or other local sales and use taxes.

Oklahoma State Courts Network (2026) gives both statutes. Service Oklahoma (2026) lists a Vehicle Title Fee of $11.00 and a Transfer Fee of $17.00 among the additional initial registration fees due when a vehicle changes hands, along with a $1.50 Insurance Fee and a $4.00 VIN Inspection Fee.

Registration itself is a separate charge. Service Oklahoma’s fee schedule sets the full year fee for a standard vehicle at $96.00 in the 1st to 4th year of registration, and the agency notes that a registrant’s total is calculated at checkout.

What does a new Honda Prelude’s price include?

The Prelude carries a 3-year or 36,000-mile basic warranty, a 5-year or 60,000-mile powertrain warranty, and a 5-year corrosion warranty with no mileage limit, according to Honda’s 2026 warranty booklet. These coverages apply to the model line, not to one trim.

The car seats four. Front legroom is 42.3 inches and rear legroom is 32.0 inches, and the cargo area behind the second row holds 15.1 cubic feet.

The hybrid base trim is rated by the EPA at 46 miles per gallon city, 41 highway and 44 combined (EPA, 2026).

Which new Hondas cost about the same as the Prelude?

Honda’s published starting MSRP for the Prelude is $42,000. The Civic Si Sedan and the Civic Type R sit at other points on the Civic scale, and the Accord Hybrid lineup starts lower.

Among the Accord Hybrid trims, the Sport Hybrid starts at $33,795, the EX-L Hybrid at $35,095, the Sport-L Hybrid at $35,495 and the Touring Hybrid at $39,495, per Honda’s published MSRPs. Within the Civic family, the lowest-priced Civic trim is the Sedan LX at $24,695, the lowest Civic Si trim is $31,495, and the Civic Type R starts at $47,395.

These figures are Honda’s own published starting prices, shown side by side so a buyer can see where the Prelude falls in the lineup.

How does a trade-in lower the price of a new Prelude?

A trade-in is applied against the price of the new car, and in Oklahoma it also lowers the sales tax base. Oklahoma Statutes Title 68, Section 1357, paragraph 2 says the sales tax applies to the difference between the trade-in’s value and the actual sales price where there is a trade-in.

One customer described the trade-in side of a recent visit to Bob Howard Honda. In a January 2026 Google review, Chris R. wrote: “Easy to work with. Kristel was great. Didn’t waste our time. Fair on sale price and trade in value. Will buy from here again”

How do I get a monthly payment for a new Prelude in Oklahoma City?

Bob Howard Honda offers a secure online finance application, and its online pre-approval site says the credit form has two steps and takes minutes. The store also offers Honda leases alongside new and pre-owned financing.

A buyer who leases a Honda from the store can buy the car out mid-term or when the term ends, which gives two ways to set a monthly payment before visiting the store.

FAQ

Can I book a test drive of a new Prelude at Bob Howard Honda?

Test drives can be booked online or by phone. The sales phone is (405) 753-8700, and sales hours are Monday to Saturday, 8:30 AM to 9:00 PM, with sales closed Sunday.

How do I get an out-the-door quote on a Prelude?

Ask for an out-the-door quote that lists every charge. Ask whether they have dealer add-ons or market adjustments.

What trims does the 2026 Honda Prelude come in?

The 2026 Prelude starts at Honda’s published MSRP of $42,000 and makes 200 horsepower. It seats four and has a 3,261-pound curb weight, a 178.4-inch length and a 102.6-inch wheelbase. The rear cargo area holds 15.1 cubic feet, and the fuel tank holds 10.6 gallons.

Is there a federal or Oklahoma tax credit for buying a new Prelude Hybrid?

The Internal Revenue Service states that the New Clean Vehicle Credit “are not available for vehicles acquired after Sept. 30, 2025,” so no federal clean vehicle credit applies to a new vehicle bought in 2026.

What fuel economy does Honda publish for the Prelude?

Honda’s 2026 Prelude hybrid base trim is rated at 46 miles per gallon city, 41 highway and 44 combined. The EPA’s combined figure is a weighted average of the city and highway values.

Where can I service a new Prelude in Oklahoma City?

Dedicated express service lanes at Bob Howard Honda take walk-ins with no appointment for oil and filter changes, fluid checks, multi-point inspections, tire rotation and repair, wiper blades, battery testing and replacement, bulb replacement, and engine and cabin filters. The store uses only genuine Honda parts.

Where is Bob Howard Honda and when is it open?

Bob Howard Honda is at 13201 N Kelley Ave, Oklahoma City, OK 73131. Sales hours are Monday to Saturday, 8:30 AM to 9:00 PM. The service department opens at 6:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM on Saturday, closes at 7:00 PM both days, and stays closed Sunday.

Why buy a new Honda Prelude from Bob Howard Honda in Oklahoma City?

Bob Howard Honda is at 13201 N Kelley Ave, Oklahoma City, OK 73131, and it sells the full new Honda lineup, from the Civic to the Pilot and Ridgeline. Its Google record is 4.5 stars across 4,362 reviews, and 82 in 100 of those reviews are five-star.

The table compares the same-brand dealers in this market on their Google figures.

In an August 2025 Google review, David P. wrote: “Kristel at Bob Howard Honda was amazing! She answered all of my questions and gave me information not pressure while choosing a new Civic Hybrid. I contacted dealers all across Oklahoma and even in Texas but Bob Howard and especially Kristel earned my business in both service and price. Everything was exactly as promised, quick, easy, and smooth. Highly recommend. I’m looking forward to a continued relationship with Bob Howard as I visit for service of my new vehicle.”

Start with the online finance application or the pre-approval steps, then visit 13201 N Kelley Ave to see the Prelude and compare the out-the-door total. Find the details on the Bob Howard Honda website.

Bob Howard Honda answers this question against the specific vehicle in front of you rather than the model in general. Value your trade and get pre-approved online, then see us at our Oklahoma City showroom, or call (405) 753-8700.

Disclaimer: Vehicle features, specifications, pricing, options, and availability may vary based on production timelines and dealership inventory; images are for illustrative purposes only. Starting MSRP figures are national and exclude destination freight charges, tax, title, license, and dealer fees. Standard and available equipment varies by trim, configuration, and model year; confirm the specification of the individual vehicle before purchase. Maximum towing and payload ratings depend on cab, bed, drivetrain, and equipment configuration; see the vehicle’s Owner’s Manual and trailering guide for limits. Electric range and charging times vary with battery, configuration, temperature, terrain, load, and driving habits. Safety or driver assistance features are no substitute for the driver’s responsibility to operate the vehicle in a safe manner. Financing and pre-approval are subject to credit approval. Contact Bob Howard Honda for complete details regarding current vehicle inventory, pricing, and equipment.