Honda Prelude 1996 2.0i

Honda Prelude 1996 2.0 petrol description

Coupe Honda Prelude 1996 2.0i has been produced from November, 1996 to August, 2000. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.0 litres, which produces power of 133 horsepower on 5300 rpm and torque 179 Nm (Newton metres) on 5000 revolutions per minute.

This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system without turbocharger. Engine versions compliant with Euro 2 and Euro 3 emission standards available. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 270 000 to 450 000 kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
More engine specs 
This Honda Prelude 2.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 3.8 litres.

Honda Prelude 1996 2.0i has front wheel drive (FWD) and automatic gearbox with 4 gears.
Honda Prelude 1996 2.0i accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 10.8 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 201 km/h.

The fuel consumption of this Honda Prelude 1996 2.0i in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 9.9 litres per 100km (10.1 km/l) - this is one of most fuel efficient Honda Prelude 1996 - 2000 versions, fuel consumption in city - 14.1 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 7.5 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 60 litres or 15.85 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 600 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 800 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, the real everyday fuel consumption of this Honda is in line with, and sometimes even lower than, the manufacturer's stated combined consumption. More - Real Honda Prelude fuel consumption.

With the same engine there is also Honda Prelude version with manual gearbox (Honda Prelude 1996 2.0i MT) available, which is more dynamic - it reaches 100 km/h 1.6 seconds faster (in 9.2 seconds), but manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 0.7 litres per 100 km or 7 % - 9.2 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is similar - 9.0 litres per 100 km.
Honda Prelude 1996

Honda Prelude 1996 2.0i technical data

Model: Honda Prelude 2.0i
Body style: Coupe
Production period: 1996. November ... 2000. August 
Engine: 1997 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: no data
Power: 133 HP ON 5300 RPM Torque: 179 NM ON 5000 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (4 gears) Drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)
Maximum speed: 201 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 10.8 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 9.9 (combined) 14.1 (urban) 7.5 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 10 l/100km (23.5 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 60 litres (15.9 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.54m (length) 1.75m (width) 1.32m (height)
Turning diameter: 11 meters
Gross weight: 1200 kg

Honda Prelude 1996 2.0i engine F20A

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 270,000 to 450,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.
Engine displacement 1997 cm3
Number of cylinders 4
Bore (cylinder diameter) 85 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 88 mm
Compression ratio 9.5 : 1
Camshaft drive Timing belt

Timing belt engines are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain engines, but belt usually needs to be replaced more often and the risk of breakage is higher.

Fuel system Injection
Honda Prelude 1996 2.0i oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 3.8 litres (4 quarts)
Power 130 - 140 HP ON 5300 RPM
Torque 175 - 185 NM ON 5000 RPM
Start of production (year) 1989
Duration of production 13 years

All Honda Prelude coupe [1996 - 2000] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
Honda Prelude 1996 2.0i

Most fuel efficient version

2.0 Petrol 133 HP 9.2 l/100km Manual (5)
Honda Prelude 1996 2.0i 2.0 Petrol 133 HP 9.9 l/100km Automatic (4)
Honda Prelude 1996 2.2 VTi Nov 1996 — Oct 1998

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 7.5 seconds

2.2 Petrol 185 HP 9.5 l/100km Manual (5)
Honda Prelude 1997 2.2 VTi Oct 1997 — Oct 1998 2.2 Petrol 185 HP 10.4 l/100km Automatic (4)
Honda Prelude 1998 2.2 VTi Oct 1998 — Aug 2000

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 7.5 seconds

2.2 Petrol 200 HP 9.9 l/100km Manual (5)
Honda Prelude 1998 2.2 VTi Oct 1998 — Aug 2000

Most powerfull version (200 HP)

2.2 Petrol 200 HP 10.4 l/100km Automatic (4)
Honda Prelude 1996 reviews
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