Honda unveiled full details of the Prologue crossover, a model first shown to the public last year. In the United States, deliveries are slated to begin in early 2024, and the company’s official press release highlighted the timing and the strategic roll-out plan for the model.
The Prologue stretches to 4877 mm in length with a wheelbase of 3094 mm, placing it in the compact crossover segment. Built on Honda’s Ultium-based platform, the same architecture used by several GM electric models, the Prologue benefits from a modular, scalable electric drivetrain. Buyers can choose between front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive, with the AWD configuration featuring two electric motors that together generate 292 horsepower and 451 Newton-meters of torque. This setup provides a confident performance profile for daily driving and highway cruising alike.
With an 85 kilowatt-hour battery pack, the Prologue is rated to travel up to approximately 482 kilometers on a single charge under typical driving conditions. Charging capability is impressive: a quick 10-minute recharge can return enough energy for about 105 kilometers of range, helping to minimize downtime during longer trips. Inside, the cabin centers on two large 11-inch displays, complemented by advanced comfort and convenience features such as dual-zone climate control, a panoramic sunroof, a premium Bose 12-speaker audio system, and a curated list of optional upgrades that elevate the driving experience.
In the U.S. market, Honda estimates a starting price around $40,000 for the Prologue, reflecting its position as a well-equipped electric crossover with broad appeal in the growing American EV segment. The pricing strategy aims to balance accessibility with the modern features and performance that buyers expect from a Honda electric vehicle, while also aligning with the broader electrification push across North America.
Beyond the Prologue’s technical credentials, the broader context shows shifting consumer demand toward electric vehicles in key markets. In particular, sales trends in Russia and other regions have underscored a global pivot to electrified mobility, influencing automakers to accelerate their electrification timelines and expand the availability of battery-powered options in the United States and Canada. Honda’s introduction of the Prologue fits into this larger pattern of expanding choice and competition in the North American EV landscape.