Honda’s mid-size electric crossover undercuts the closely-related Chevy Blazer EV significantly thanks to its FWD powertrain
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Honda announced today that its first dedicated electric SUV, the Prologue, will get a best-in-class EPA range rating of 296 miles (476 km) for the standard model. Prices for the brand-new vehicle will start at $48,795 (including $1,395 destination charge).
In fact, the entry-level model, the Prologue EX, offers the most range in the lineup. That’s because its single-motor, front-wheel-drive powertrain (which is shared with the Touring 2WD model) is the most efficient in the lineup. It offers drivers 212 hp (158 kW/215 PS) and 236 lb-ft (320 Nm) of torque.
The EX also comes with 19-inch aluminum wheels, Google built-in, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a wireless phone charger, a 10-way power adjusting driver’s seat, heated front seats, dual-zone climate control, and Sirius XM satellite radio.
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2024 Honda Prologue Pricing, EPA Ratings
The twin-motor, all-wheel-drive powertrain adds horsepower, at the expense of some range. It delivers 288 hp (215 kW/292 PS) and 333 lb-ft (451 Nm) of torque. Available on both the EX and Touring trims, it adds $3,000 to the price of the Prologue gets a respectable 281 miles (452 km) of range.
The lineup tops out with the Elite trim. Only available with the dual-motor AWD powertrain, its range is further compromised by luxury, and it gets 273 miles (439 km) of range. Prices for the model start at $59,295.
How Does Pricing Compare To The Chevy Blazer EV?
That pricing means that the Prologue costs much less than the closely related Chevrolet Blazer EV, which starts at $56,715. However, the MSRP for the single-motor version of the Blazer is not yet available. However, GM will still have the cheapest Ultium platform crossover on the market thanks to the slightly smaller Equinox EV, prices for which are expected to start at $34,995.
On the Premium side of the equation, the Cadillac Lyriq (which is also based on the same platform) starts at $57,195, and the Acura ZDX starts at $64,500. It is not yet clear if Prologue buyers will qualify for tax breaks, but the automaker only mentions lessees, suggesting that they may not.
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In addition to the vehicle itself, Honda says that it will be the first automaker to offer customers credits across multiple charging networks in the U.S. Those who opt for GM’s EVGo will get up to $750 in free public charging (that number shrinks to $100 of free public charging, if they opt for the $500 Level 2 home charging system credit). Those who opt for Electrify America will get 60 kWh of complimentary public charging. The Honda Home Electrification program also offers buyers help installing home chargers with up to $500 in credits, and assistance finding local electricians.
Honda says the 2024 Prologue will start arriving at its dealerships this spring.
