Prelude V · 1997–2001

Honda Prelude 2.0 Prelude V · 133 hp (1997 to 2001)

The Honda Prelude 2.0 of the Prelude V generation uses the F20A4 2.0 petrol engine with 133 hp.

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Technical specifications

Fuel: Petrol
Power: 133 PS / 98 kW
Displacement: 1 997 cm³
Cylinders: 4
Engine code: F20A4 2.0
Period covered: 1997–2001
Documented market: Europe

Transmission

Manual · 5 speeds

Figures apply to the cited configuration and market; equipment and transmissions may vary by production date.

Specification source : [1] AutoKarnet

This version

133 hp (98 kW), front-wheel drive, 5-speed manual. Built from 1997 to 2001.

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In the range

It is the entry-level petrol version of this generation.

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Maintenance and records

Oil and filter change

Typical interval: 20,000 km or 12 months, whichever comes first.

20 000 km

12 months

API SN/SP / ILSAC / ACEA C2/C3 — Engine, model year and severe use may require a shorter interval; do not exceed the service warning. The listed oil approvals are not interchangeable: check the one for the engine.

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Brake fluid

Brake fluid: generally replaced every 2 years; inspect the brakes at each service.

24 months

Brake fluid: generally replaced every 2 years; inspect the brakes at each service.

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Questions about this version (2)

Which engine is in the Honda Prelude 2.0 Prelude V?

The F20A4 2.0 petrol engine (1 997 cc), 133 hp (98 kW).

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Which oil for the Honda Prelude 2.0?

A API SN/SP / ILSAC / ACEA C2/C3-approved oil suited to the F20A4 2.0 engine.

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Documentary sources

[1] Rédaction AutoKarnet
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