Honda fully reveals the design of its electric Prologue SUV

Honda has lastly supplied greater than a tiny peek on the Prologue, and it’d show fascinating if you happen to’re not keen on overly flashy EV designs. The corporate has supplied a full design preview indicating that the electrical SUV is constructed to be sensible, not ostentatious. The “neo-rugged” (sure, we all know) styling is not particular other than the 21-inch wheels and spelled-out Honda badge on the again, and the main target is extra on an inside with “ample” room for folks and their gear. That is aimed squarely at first-time EV patrons who need the reassurance of a well-recognized design — you could possibly swap from a CR-V or Passport with out feeling such as you’ve stepped on to a different planet.

There shall be loads of expertise inside. Whereas Honda hasn’t shared full particulars of the inside, you possibly can count on an 11-inch digital instrument show, an 11.3-inch infotainment show and USB-C ports. Android Auto, Apple CarPlay and a WiFi hotspot mode shall be out there. This is not a touchscreen-dominated automobile like the lovable Honda E, however the tech is clearly distinguished. Once more, it is centered on practicality.

The Prologue is being co-developed with GM and relies on the American model’s Ultium platform. It is the primary salvo in a bigger electrification push that features EVs constructed on the in-house “e:Structure” in 2026, and lower-priced fashions (additionally involving GM) in 2027. 

A lot of the Prologue continues to be a thriller, together with its vary and pricing. It will not attain North America till someday in 2024. Nonetheless, Honda characterizes it as a step up from the CR-V hybrid with a bigger wheelbase (8in longer and 5in wider). We would count on the corporate to cost the pure EV accordingly, and it is even planning a two-year lease for the 2023 CR-V hybrid in hopes of attracting buyers who wish to ease into electrified driving.