How much HP does a 2000 Prelude have?
Most 2000 Honda Prelude models produced about 200 horsepower, with the higher-performance Type SH variant delivering roughly 210–225 hp depending on the market.
In the following sections, we break down the engine options for that year, how horsepower was rated in different regions, and what those numbers meant for real-world performance.
Engine options and horsepower in the 2000 Prelude
The 2000 Prelude lineup used two 2.2-liter four-cylinder engines. The base model relied on the F22B2, while the top-tier Type SH used the VTEC-enabled H22A engine.
- F22B2 2.2L inline-4 (base/LS): approximately 200 horsepower (SAE net rating in the United States).
- H22A 2.2L VTEC (Type SH): approximately 210–225 horsepower depending on market and emission standards (with Japanese-market variants commonly cited around 225 hp).
The takeaway is that horsepower varied by trim and market. Base models hovered near the 200-horsepower mark, while the VTEC-powered Type SH offered a meaningful bump in power for quicker acceleration and higher revs.
Market variations and measurement standards
Horsepower figures from the era depended on regional testing standards. In the United States, horsepower was typically rated using SAE net horsepower, which tends to be lower than older gross ratings. In Japan and some other markets, DIN standards or different testing protocols could yield slightly different numbers for similar engines. That explains why a 2000 Prelude H22A might be listed around 210–225 hp in the US and up to about 225 hp in Japan.
In practical terms, a Prelude with the F22B2 engine is generally around 200–210 hp in everyday driving, while the H22A-powered Type SH is noticeably quicker thanks to its higher power output and high-revving nature.
Power figures by trim and market
Here is a quick summary of typical numbers you might see for the 2000 Prelude, by trim and market—the exact figure can vary by year, emission package, and drivetrain (manual vs. automatic).
- Base/LS (F22B2 2.2L): around 200 hp (SAE net, US market).
- Type SH (H22A 2.2L VTEC): around 210–225 hp (SAE net in the US; up to ~225 hp in JP-spec variants).
In short, the 2000 Prelude spans roughly 200 hp in the base configuration to about 210–225 hp in the VTEC-powered Type SH, with exact numbers varying by market and specification.
Summary
The 2000 Honda Prelude offered two main power levels: about 200 hp for the base F22B2-equipped models and roughly 210–225 hp for the VTEC-equipped H22A Type SH, with regional testing standards causing some variation. For buyers inspecting a used example, expect numbers in that range—adjusted for condition, transmission, and market origin.
