The long-awaited Prologue all-electric SUV, which was made possible by Honda’s partnership with General Motors, has finally been unveiled by Honda (GM). The American automaker’s modular electric architecture and Ultium battery technology, which are also used in the Chevrolet Blazer EV, are used in the Prologue EV.
The Prologue EV will begin selling in North America in 2024 and will replace the Passport and slot above the CR-V in Honda’s lineup. The Prologue has dimensions of 4,877 mm in length, 1,989 mm in width, 1,643 mm in height, and a 3,094 mm wheelbase. The 6th generation Honda CR-V, in contrast, is 4,694 mm long, 1,864 mm broad, 1,681 mm height, and has a 2,700 mm wheelbase.
The Prologue SUV was created by the Honda Design Studio in Los Angeles, according to the Japanese carmaker, who claims that the design of the SUV is straightforward and “Neo-Rugged.” An 11.3-inch free-standing touchscreen multimedia device is located inside, while a second 11-inch panel serves as the driver information display and is mounted behind the steering wheel.
The Prologue EV’s technical specifications have not been disclosed by Honda. According to sources, it will, however, use the same drivetrain as the Chevrolet Blazer EV, which will have a single electric motor installed either in the front (FWD) or the back (RWD), with a dual-motor layout for the all-wheel drive as a third option.
With up to 557 horsepower (415 kW) of power and 879 Nm of torque and a range of up to 467 km, the most potent SS model utilizes an AWD configuration. However, the Blazer RS model can travel up to 515 kilometers on a single charge.
More information on the Prologue will reportedly be made available by Honda in the upcoming months. With 30 new EVs planned for worldwide introduction by 2030, the Japanese manufacturer has established a global objective to achieve carbon neutrality for all products and business operations by 2050. After the Honda-e, an electric car with classic styling, comes the Prologue.
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