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Honda Prologue Review: Everything You Need to Know & More

The future of driving is here, as the Honda Prologue takes center stage. With this new addition to Honda's hit lineup of upcoming vehicles, you can get into an electric vehicle that's setting new standards in the EV market. At Chula Vista Honda, our in-depth review reveals what makes the Prologue a game-changer.

From its sleek design to its advanced technology, the Honda Prologue represents a significant leap in Honda's electric evolution. Join us for this article as we explore whether this electric SUV lives up to the excitement surrounding its release.

Quick Details on the Honda Prologue

  • The Honda Prologue is Honda’s bold introduction into the electric car market, offering a unique design based on the advanced GM Ultium platform.

  • The Prologue gets you around town with a solid range of up to 296 miles, for a projected price starting at just over $50,000.

  • Prologue models range from 212-288 horsepower, generating 288-333 lb-ft of torque, making 0-60 in 6-7 seconds.

  • Tech features in the Prologue include an 11.3-inch touchscreen with Google services, wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, multiple charging ports, and optional Bose audio.

  • The Ex trim comes with a spacious and comfortable interior providing up to 57.7 cubic feet with the second-row seats folded down.

  • Safety is key with the Honda Prologue; it includes the comprehensive HondaSensing suite as standard, along with an 8-year/100,000-mile battery warranty.

Unveiling the Honda Prologue

The Honda Prologue Exterior in 3/4 profile in front of luxurious house with gravel driveway
The Honda Prologue is an exciting new electric vehicle that we are looking forward to waving onto our lot in Chula Vista. With excellent range on a full charge, this EV is part of Honda's leap into the electric market.

Honda already has an amazing and reputable Honda lineup. But that doesn't mean our original equipment manufacturer (OEM) is going to rest on their laurels. The Honda Prologue is the electrifying pioneer in Honda’s electric SUV initiative in the Americas.

Sporting a design philosophy Honda likes to call the "neo-rugged" look, as well as clean lines and a commanding stance, the Prologue makes a bold statement on the road. This Honda EV comes from a joint effort beginning in 2018 between GM and Honda—to share resources and make best-cost EV SUVs.

The Prologue is the fruit of that effort, engineered based on the Chevrolet Blazer EV, but sporting Honda’s personal touch, all while utilizing GM’s Ultium architecture. This blend of automaker ingenuity carries the Honda badge with pride and stands out amongst other Honda models.

A Deep Dive into the Prologue's Driving Dynamics

Driving the Honda Prologue is an experience of its own. With configurations including single motor front-wheel drive and dual motor all-wheel drive, the Prologue caters to various driving preferences.

The front-wheel-drive Prologue generates a 212-horsepower output with 226 lb-ft of torque, while the all-wheel-drive Elite Prologue impresses with 288 in horsepower and 333 lb-ft of torque. With this power, the Prologue can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in about 6-7 seconds, depending on drivetrain.

The Prologue shines in handling too exhibiting superior fluidity around curves, offering a smoother experience compared to related vehicles. Despite its power, the Prologue focuses on comfort over sportiness, making each drive a pleasure.

Infotainment and Connectivity

The Honda Prologue's generous infotainment screen featured front and centre in a closeup
The Honda Prologue's connectivity and tech integration is just as robust as its high-tech engine. Our customers in Chula Vista know Honda vehicles for their great-sized infotainment screens—and Honda's next generation continues this legacy.

Inside the Prologue’s cabin technological features deliver on some of that promise of comfort. An 11.3-inch touchscreen display sits at the heart of this electric vehicle, integrating Google services like Google Assistant and Google Maps for a user-friendly experience.

The steering wheel complements the modern design, ensuring a comfortable drive. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are built into the Prologue, making smartphone integration a breeze regardless of whether you’re an iPhone or Android user. Our sales advisors at Chula Vista Honda can get you up to speed if these features sound new to you!

As far as sound-system connectivity goes, the Prologue has you covered with Bluetooth audio streaming and multiple USB-C charging ports. For the radio fans and audiophiles, the Prologue offers SiriusXM and HD Radio. The Touring and Elite trims even feature a Bose premium audio system with 12 speakers for an immersive auditory experience.

Practicality Meets Style: Interior Cargo Space and Comfort

The Honda Prologue's interior
The driver’s seat is 8-way power adjustable with power lumbar support, and both front seats come with heating capabilities as standard across all models.

Beyond its tech-savvy features, the Prologue’s interior scores high on practicality and style too. The Ex trim has the roomiest cabin and offers a passenger space of 111.7 cubic feet, comfortably seating up to five people.

The driver’s seat is 8-way power adjustable with power lumbar support, and both front seats come with heating capabilities as standard across all models. Also, the Touring and Elite trims take comfort up a notch with a 6-way power-adjustable front-passenger seat, high-quality leather upholstery, and a memory system for driver preferences.

Ample storage space is another highlight of the Prologue’s interior. There’s 25.2 cubic feet of cargo space on the Ex trim, behind the rear seats—which expands to 57.7 cubic feet when the second-row seats are folded down.

Charging Forward: Battery Range and Efficiency

The Prologue’s proficiency extends to its charging capabilities as well. Powered by 85-kWh batteries, the Prologue promises a range of up to 296 miles for the front-wheel drive models—including the Ex and Touring trims.

The all-wheel drive models from Ex to Touring and Elite aren’t far behind. The dual-motor Prologue Elite trim achieves a range of 273 miles while other all-wheel drive models reach approximately 281 miles. Perfect for life in San Diego and the surrounding area!

As for charging options, the Prologue features a 240-volt Level 2 charger, which adds about 34 miles of range per hour. With a DC fast charger at rates up to 150 kW, you can regain up to 65 miles of range in just 10 minutes.

Honda also offers an 8-year or 100,000-mile limited warranty for the high-voltage battery, easing any concerns over battery life and maintenance costs you might have.

HondaSensing Safety and Driver Assistance

The HondaSensing feature glowing in the front of a Honda vehicle
The Honda Prologue is an exciting new electric vehicle that's ready for life in Chula Vista, all the way to San Diego and beyond. This EV takes the best of Honda's safety features well into the future of the electric vehicle market.

When it comes to safety, the Prologue enjoys Honda's best features from the regular lineup. The comprehensive HondaSensing suite, which includes active and passive safety features, comes standard in the Prologue. This expansive range of technologies developed over decades includes:

  • Lane keeping assistance

  • Adaptive cruise control

  • Blind-spot warning

  • Rear cross-traffic braking

  • Rear pedestrian alert

  • Forward collision warning

  • Automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection

  • Lane-keep assist

  • Adaptive cruise control

  • Blind-spot monitoring

  • Rear cross-traffic alert

The Prologue also offers an optional head-up display (HUD) to provide critical driving information, so drivers can easily keep their eyes on the road. As our sales advisors can tell you, the sensing suite alone is a great reason to opt for Honda.

Comparing the Prologue with EVs and Mid-Sized SUVs

In the EV market, there are certainly other choices, but the Prologue gives them a run for their money.

The Honda Prologue at high speed on a double lane highway in southern California
The Honda Prologue easily covers the distances life in Chula Vista demands of our customers. With great performance on an all-electric motor, this EV is poised to make a splash all over California and these United States.

Is Tesla's Cybertruck a bit too much for your taste? With the Prologue you can enjoy the choices between a different class of SUV—like you might in internal combustion engine (ICE) models—but in the EV arena.

Carving a Niche as a Mid-Sized SUV EV

The Prologue model is more or less in the mid-sized SUV category, so you can enjoy better economy on a larger EV. The Prologue is longer and wider than the Nissan Ariya, setting a profile with overall dimensions of 192 inches in length and 78.3 inches in width.

Midsized SUVs like the Honda Passport are popular with customers we get locally from Chula Vista as far out as San Diego. Your EV option offers similar size and storage, but with the Prologue models, you're going electric.

The Prologue’s all-wheel drive variant also opens up a world of camping and recreational trailering to EV customers—with a towing capacity of up to 1,500 pounds, adding to its versatility.

Electric Value

Now, let’s talk about the price. The Prologue comes with a higher starting price of around $50,000. Compared with Tesla's premiums for vehicles larger than sedans, that's a great entry-level price point!

And with near 300-mile range, great horsepower, and cutting-edge technology that lasts a hundred thousand miles and beyond on a warrantied battery, the Prologue is worth every penny.

Future-Proofing Honda Make with the Prologue

The Prologue is just the start of Honda’s ambitious EV plans. With a commitment to achieving carbon neutrality by 2050 and plans to electrify its lineup by 2040, Honda is future-proofing its brand and its place in the market.

The ‘Honda 0 Series’ represents Honda’s next step in electric vehicles evolution, featuring models like the Saloon and Space-Hub coming in 2026. With the introduction of a new ‘H mark’ and the promise of integrating IoT and connected technologies in future, Honda aims to redefine the future of driving.

Visit Chula Vista Honda to Get Into a New Honda Prologue

A woman heading for her new Honda Prologue outside a cafe in a nice urban area.
The Honda Prologue is something many of us are looking forward to here in Chula Vista. When you preorder one of our upcoming vehicles, your next SUV can become part of Honda's eco-friendly wave.

From its unveiling to its future as a leading EV, the Honda Prologue is a testament to Honda’s commitment to electric excellence. Our OEM supplier keeps making exciting strides—and we're here to help them (in the sales department at least) for all of San Diego.

With its unique design, advanced technology, and superior performance, the Prologue is a top-tier electric vehicle well worth considering. Are you ready to take the electrifying leap forward with the Prologue when searching for a new Honda? Our sales advisors at Chula Vista Honda can help you invest in electric sooner than you think!

Before you get behind the wheel of the Honda Prologue, be sure to check in with our finance department for loan preapproval. When the newest Prologue inventory hits the lot, you'll be charged and ready to drive away in Honda's most exciting new development.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does the Honda Prologue cost?

The Honda Prologue starts at over $50K, and once they hit lots, you can get a better quote. It's a bit on the pricier side, but it comes with great features and competes well against premium electric vehicle alternatives

What is the driving range of the Honda Prologue?

The Honda Prologue has a driving range of up to 296 miles for the front-wheel drive model. On the AWD models that's 273-281 miles. Given San Diego's reasonable size, and infrastructure supporting EVs, remote desert getaways, or trips to LA are well within reach for this affordable model.

>Is the Honda Prologue the same as the Chevrolet Blazer?

The Prologue shares a lot of the same components with several GM vehicles including the Blazer and the Acura ZDK because these vehicles were developed as part of the same project in a joint venture between Honda and GM. In 2023, these two companies decided to work on their EV product lines separately.

What safety features does the Honda Prologue offer?

The Honda Prologue comes with the comprehensive HondaSensing suite, featuring active and passive safety features such as adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assistance, blind-spot warning, rear cross-traffic braking, and rear pedestrian alert.

HondaSensing is one selling point you might already love from your current model!

What are Honda's future plans for electric vehicles?

Honda aims to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050 and electrify its lineup by 2040. They plan to introduce the 'Honda 0 Series' starting 2026, featuring models such as the Saloon and Space-Hub.

EVs seem to be held as the best solution long-term for their goals, but they're balanced with hydrogen fuel-cell development on the way there.

If you like this review, you can also check out our guides on the Honda CR-V and the Honda Civic reliability.

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