The 2024 Honda Prologue comes in base EX, mid-level Touring and top-of-the-line Elite trims.
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You might think that the battery-electric 2024 Honda Prologue is a first for the brand. But it’s not. Honda has tried selling EVs before. But you can be forgiven if you don’t remember the Honda Clarity and Fit EVs.
But the Prologue is aptly named, as it’s the opening salvo in Honda’s aim to reach 500,000 North American EV sales by 2030, and a fully electric fleet by 2040.
The 2024 Honda Prologue is not actually a Honda. Underneath its sensibly styled skin is a Chevrolet Blazer EV, including its Ultium batteries, motors and software. Not that you’d initially notice, as it wears the sensible straightforward design common to Hondas.
But look closer.
If you’ve spent any time in a Blazer EV, you’ll find the instrument cluster is similar but doesn’t have as many layout choices as you’ll find on its GM cousins. The Prologue’s infotainment system seems easier to use, but it is smaller, and artlessly plopped atop the instrument panel. But at least it’s easy to reach. The instrument panel trim doesn’t have the plastic lattice common to other Hondas. Instead, you might recognize the shiny black plastic trim as well as the power lock buttons, power tailgate and climate controls from other GM vehicles.
Yet there are differences. The Prologue’s center storage bin is massive, with lower open space ahead of it for stashing a purse, messenger bag or briefcase. And Honda’s overall design is utilitarian and straightforward, avoiding the surprise and delight features GM puts in the EVs. Consider the Chevy Equinox EV’s door handles. They pop out as you approach the vehicle, while the Honda employs conventional door handles. Once inside, the Equinox senses its fob and starts. The Honda has a starter button that you have to press.
Dealbreakers? No. Just a difference in persona.
While it has all the signs of being a Honda, it’s a half-breed at best. It’s perfectly acceptable and capable, with an even-natured temperament. Yet it’s lacking that certain joie-de-vie you’ll experience in other EVs, or petrol-powered Hondas for that matter.
The 2024 Honda Prologue is a vehicle for the Honda faithful who must have an EV. It’ perfectly fine, if unremarkable. It’s entirely satisfactory, but little more.
2024 Honda Prologue
Base price: $48,795-$59,295
Powertrain: Dual-motor; 85-kWh battery
Horsepower/Torque: 288/333 pound-feet
Range: 273-296 miles
Recharge time (240-volts): 34.1 miles per hour of charging
Length/Width/Height: 192/78/65 inches
Ground clearance: 8.1 inches
Curb weight: 5,207 pounds
Cargo capacity: 23.7-54.5 cubic feet
Towing capacity: 1,500 pounds (EX FWD only)
