Honda Prelude Mugen Spec.III Is a Sports Coupe for True Mugen Fans

Honda Prelude Mugen Spec.III Is a Sports Coupe for True Mugen Fans

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Key Points:

  • Mugen has unveiled the Prelude Spec.III at the 2026 Tokyo Auto Salon, a new interpretation of the Honda Prelude that pays homage to the 1987 Prelude Mugen Spec.II.
  • The Spec.III features extensive carbon fiber aerodynamic enhancements including a front splitter, side sills, rear spoiler, diffuser, and mirror caps, along with body side decals inspired by the original Spec.II.
  • Performance upgrades are limited to a sports exhaust system and lightweight wheels, maintaining a similar modification scope to the Spec.II rather than increasing horsepower beyond the hybrid powertrain.
  • Interested buyers in Japan can enter a lottery for one of the 16 available builds, with the conversion costing 1.65 million yen (approximately