John Cena's passion for Hondas has taken yet another exciting turn, and this time it comes with a bigger price tag. The professional wrestler turned Hollywood actor, who has long been vocal about his admiration for Honda's performance cars, recently visited a dealership in Florida to service his Civic Type-R. What began as a routine appointment ended with him driving home in a brand-new 2026 Honda Prelude finished in striking Boost Blue. The addition of this reborn coupe further enriches a garage already stocked with some of the finest machines, including one of the most celebrated hot hatches currently on sale.
Cena's enthusiasm for Honda is well-documented. Over the years, he has built a diverse car collection featuring classics and exotics alike, such as a 1969 MGC GY sports car and a 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4. Yet, despite owning such rare gems, his daily driver until recently was the relatively modest 2024 Civic Type-R. Now, with the arrival of the Prelude, it appears he has swapped his hot hatch for Honda's latest coupe, a move that underscores his loyalty to the brand.
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The news was shared directly by Cena on social media. On X, he posted- "Took the Civic TypeR in for service and was fortunate enough to pick up the brand new Honda Prelude!! Thank U wc_honda for helping add this Boost Blue Beauty to the Honda Lineup! Time to see what this thing can do!!!" His excitement was palpable, and fans quickly picked up on the significance of the purchase. Cena's association with Honda dates back to 2020, when he first owned the 2021 Civic Type R before upgrading to the 2024 model. This latest acquisition continues that journey, marking his transition from hot hatch enthusiast to coupe owner.
Took the Civic TypeR in for service and was fortunate enough to pick up the brand new @Honda Prelude!! Thank U @wc_honda for helping add this Boost Blue Beauty to the Honda Lineup! Time to see what this thing can do!!! pic.twitter.com/th2anjPkim
— John Cena (@JohnCena) January 10, 2026
The Prelude itself carries immense historical weight. Originally introduced in 1978, it became one of Honda's most iconic nameplates, spanning five generations before production ended in 2001. After nearly 25 years, the badge has returned, this time in a modern hybrid form. The 2026 Prelude is powered by a 2.0-litre Atkinson-cycle inline four-cylinder petrol engine paired with a two-motor hybrid system. Together, they deliver 200 horsepower and 315 Nm of torque. Transmission duties are handled by an e-CVT automatic, which incorporates Honda's S+ Shift technology to simulate gear changes, giving drivers a more engaging experience.
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