I work at a Honda Dealership here in Jacksonville, NC! I think the Prologue is a very good looking SUV, and will attract attention for sure!! The price is a little on the high side for some buyers and will slow sales in some markets!
I just saw the straightpipes review of this and they mentioned the motormouth CZcams channel,im so proud.But as usual,we have Motormouth and then we have the rest😏
This is a huge no for me. Waste of time to use GM as a basis. Terrible reliability and Blazer EV already has battery/charging issues. You can get a CRV Hybrid for $15k less, more cargo and interior space, similar power, farther range, and it’s made 100% by Honda. Not to mention I think this is VERY expensive for what you get. Low range, cheap materials from GM, and an exterior the size of an Odyssey with an interior of an HRV?!? Insane. I truly think this will be very unsuccessful. Honda should have waited to do their own.
I drove it. It's probably my favorite Honda (I don't like Honda). It's more tame than my Cadillac Lyriq or the Acura ZDX with 500HP AWD. This is actually a clean-looking, sensible Model Y competitor which offers more than the Tesla Model X.
One of the best looking hondas in a while. And, the 2 colors shown look great. My only problem with it from the review is that it doesn't come as a hybrid and I live in a high rise condo. 😥
Not a fan of hybrids. The range is minimal on electric and you still have all the expenses of an ice vehicle( gas, oil, and exhaust system). I went full electric in 2020 and this boomer is never going back. That’s just my opinion.
So expensive. When are they going to put out affordable EV's that aren't SUV's? Love the look of the Prologue though. Just too big for a commuter car. Great review Zack & Andrea!
What's expensive to you, may be affordable for others. This is a large, electric SUV. If $20k out the door for a new vehicle is affordable to you, those days are gone, long gone. People want more conveniences, more space, more technology, more power, more range, more safety, more reliability, for pennies on the dollar and Tesla can't even do it.
Ah yes, the Bolt. It's quite affordable with the rebate here in Canada but I heard it's being discontinued. I could be wrong. The Volvo is a premium brand so will have to see what the pricing is when it comes.@@cypvh74
They will definitely overprice it.. In my own opinion, no good electric car can come out from the japanese for now.. Ariya, BZ4X RZ450E cant manage 220miles yet expensive
This vehicle is really odd. It's a foot longer than an ID4 but has less interior space and less luggage space. How did you do that Honda? LOL And the price tops out at 70k? Model Y tops out at 65k. No Honda, your brand doesn't have that kind of pull. Can you say DOA? It's totally whack a doodle.
There was Toyota/GM on the Matrix/Vibe and Ford/Mazda on the Escape/Tribute and more recently Toyota/BMW on the Supra and Toyota/Subaru on the BRZ, so this isn’t untested waters……just saying.
This will be a sales failure for Honda. Anyone buying one of these one-off GM partnership Prologues better be a a gambler by nature with $ they can afford to lose. Best to just lease it and stick Honda with it at the end of the term so it becomes their problem trying to unload them used!
Excellent review thanks Motormouth. What a beautiful no frills SUV. Real door handles, real volume knob, classy exterior design. Lovely Honda but these vehicles are getting soooo expensive
If they are parting ways then stay away from this crazy priced heinz 57. Honda must think we have that kind of money to risk on a venture like this one. They are not targeting the middle class at this price. Here we go again another SUV with no spare tire knowing full well that if the tire repair kit fails to fix your flat you are screwed.😂
Great review Andrea and Zack. I absolutely love the lower and wider stance. If I’m not mistaken the cargo capacity is just a smidge bigger than my 2024 Civic hatchback. Probably still a couple cycles of auto purchases before I consider an EV, but this is a good looking vehicle.
Wait at least 5 years for a better charging infrastructure to be ready; as it is now, forget about it! I know having owned a 2020 Kona EV and the infamous (we can't repair your battery) Ioniq 5 EV.
as the review said - Honda has its own supply chain on this, so it should be just fine and it is nice to know that GM will continue on with the platform for many years apparently if you do hold onto it for a long time - with EVs many lease as a mitigation to most being in a evolutionary track and its uncertain for most looking to the longer term ownership.
Prologue looks a lot better than those four alternatives you named, in my opinion, much cleaner styling. Well done Honda! Partnering with GM on the platform brings it to market sooner, that is a good thing. If you don't trust GM, fair enough, there are alternatives...
But GM have problems scaling up the Ultium production, they can't meet Honda's 110.000 order. And, time will tell if this ends up with the same issues as the Blazer EV.
You might not like the door handles of Tesla but seriously, a model Y long range at 64k is hard to beat. But we are free to spend our money as we want..
Nice looking electric vehicle and interior is not bad, kind mixed old and new stuffs and style. But the price is too pricey for some. Great show Andrea! 👍🏻👍🏻☕️☕️
They had one at the Silicon Valley Auto Show just last weekend. It was a pre-production unit (so it was locked), but you could definitely look it over. I lifted the tiny rear wiper and thought, "well Zack is right, that IS a tiny rear wiper".
@@FrunkensteinVonZipperneck that’s unfortunate. Ford has access already and Rivian, Volvo, and PoleStar announced they will have access less than 3 weeks from now. Even GM’s twin of the Prologue will have NACS access within a year. I can’t see why anyone would want to buy the Prologue, or any other EV for that matter without NACS access. I’m hoping you’re wrong about the time frame and that Honda gets access much sooner. Otherwise, it’s off the buy list until then.
@@ccs9271 idk ccs. I love Honda. But recently they jacked up their price so much. If I were a potential buyer, I would have spent a few thousand more and get long range AWD Model Y.
@@faithosadebe5293 If you're implying that it's impossible to take a road trip on anything other than the Tesla Supercharger network, number one it's not true, and number two the network is opening up to more and more vehicles as Tesla uses it as a profit center and not just a competitive advantage. Increasingly, Tesla vehicles will have to compete on their own merits, not the merits of its charging network.
This is a fail by Honda. People don't buy a Honda because of where the buttons are located, they buy a Honda for the QDR factor (Quality, Durability, Reliability), which this won't have. While Honda was able to choose the style and design of the interior and exterior, it's still a GM platform, using GM parts, built at a GM plant in Mexico. Factor in $70k for the AWD model with mediocre metrics (power, range, etc) and an interior that looks like it should be half the price, Honda should have just passed. Save those "electric resources" and follow Toyota's steps to offer hybrid options for all cars. EVs are still likely a decade away from being realistic alternative for everyday vehicles for the people. For now, they are still just play toys for the rich or a bad purchase option for those stretching to afford one. Save yourself $30k and just get an HR-V EX-L NAVI trim. Until EVs are comparable in price to their gas counterparts, it's a fool's game.
@@Tdzzz450 that is the delusion people are living in the Cost of the full evs being made is actually going up we are running out of minerals for the ion batteries so either we find a different kind of battery fast or we slow down creat only hybrids for a while,until we can research more efficient battery technology
isn't the Honda-E their first? or is that just a concept, never saw any on the road in Vancouver. Cant wait for the ZDX Also whenever Andrea says "i like a firmer suspension" "i like bigger ..." or anything like that in videos, Zach always has a smirk and that's how you keep the marriage alive and well!!
I think it looks amazing! Why is only going to be produced for just a year or 2. I hope they use this body design. Great wheel design. The bright blue and that funky green are sweet colors.
@@FrunkensteinVonZipperneck they were already building blazer EVs at a rate of about 200/day by end of last year. So, don’t think it will be a problem.
The Prologue needs a good ICE engine to be dropped into it, and a price drop of 15 percent. Honda will sell thousands of them. As an EV, no way. Too expensive.
This is just a little too safe for a first EV for the brand. I like the exterior but it needs just a bit more style to it. The interior is is just plain boring. The ZDX doesn't fare much better with its interior though the exterior has some nice touches, I think.
I don’t want Google or Amazon anywhere near my next car. Intrusive and tracking for their own profit. Sad this is limiting the number of options out there.
Thanks for a great review! Looked interesting, but the price!!! How are regular people supposed to afford these vehicles.? No provincial government rebate in Ontario
@@andreaspencer9813 did not know that, thanks for the info! It’s bananas to me that we’re supposed to hit all non emission targets in 2035 in Canada but have such a wonky unbalanced approach to get there
I’m sure it will sell well. It is a fine looking EV-CUV. But sadly… I feel that as more electric vehicles hit the market, gradually the ‘Soul’ of these automotive giants is dying. Honda, the world’s largest engine manufacturer (cars, motorcycles, marine, generators, etc. even jets!) should stick to what they shine at… especially with their cars. One word… VTEC! (Variable Valve Timing & Lift Electronic Control… well actually six words). That is why people fell in love with them. VTEC is in their Soul. This latest Prologue, albeit a ‘fine’ vehicle… in my opinion… is essentially Soulless. Thanks for the video.
When I say, it will probably sell… I mean it will sell ‘well enough’ for a EV-CUV ridiculously priced above $60,000 (yikes!) Canadian. So with that in mind, I think that you’d agree. I should have said “well enough”. But your point is valid… and I agree.
Another great review. It would be interesting to know how the charging capacity when doing long distance trips. I recently travelled in an EV with a supercharger capacity, it was fast and kept us on the road relatively quick. Does the Prologue have the capacity for high speed charging? Actually Ford will or has alreay introduced supercharging capabilities on some of their EVs.
Noticed Gm parts on the interior. -steering wheel and stalk with controls -seats and power seat controls -Window switches and mirror controls -door locks and handle -sunroof -wireless charger -all of the pieces in the dash as well as the infotainment and software Seems like the only things "honda" are the outside. Just buy a Equinox ev and make sure your dealer will be able to service it for more than just the next few years when honda leaves the platform.
Electric vehicles have 3 things to sort out, so they can sell: 1. Price - it must be lower than conventional powered, even hybrid cars. The complexity is way less than a turbo gas engine, but the batteries are expensive for now. 2. Range: must be comparable or more than a diesel powered or hybrid vehicle. Also it has to apply while towing, for trucks and transports. 3. Charging speed must be under 5min, from 5% to 100%, so you don't lose time on the go on longer trips. I'll add the 4th one: Electricity must be cheaper than fueling with gas or diesel. Because the more demand for electricity in the future, the more the price goes up. When all those apply, I'll replace my Bi-Turbo V8 with one. Or at least I'll consider buying one.
It’s anything but satisfying with an electric vehicle when the temperature falls to zero or lower, and they turn into immovable bricks. That’s probably why we’ve never heard of an electric snowmobile.
Why isn’t the Model Y, the best seeking vehicle in the world a comparison? Seems like you want to pretend it’s not out there. Is there a reason for this?
Test drive of touring trim impressive in terms of quiet ride, headroom,legroom, smooth acceleration, comfortable seat as compared to model y and id4. drawback is lack of commitment date if any for Tesla supercharger and assumption that ford adapter will work for Honda Prologue.
Used to love Honda, but their styling and technology just took a halt. Purchased a Hyundai Santa Fe which was great until the engine died at 66k. Then I got a Tesla Model Y which has been amazing. I will skip the Prologue, but glad Honda is at least trying again. Nice review!
Excellent information. I live in the U.S. and depend on your reviews! I am concerned about the cost and affordability. I have had a deposit on this since 2022.
Don’t understand why anyone would buy that, being on a GM chassis service and warranty would be a nightmare thru Honda, if you like this car just buy the GM model and save alot of headaches
I would really like it if, in these 'utility' vehicles, you provided more detail on the cargo space, including a standard metric like the number of golf bags or say, toilet paper. Also, I was born in 1971 and live in Québec, would really really like you to provide the space figure in litres. I have a rough idea of what a cubic foot might be but boy I know what a litre is, and I think anyone who has bought a 2 litre of pop in N America understands how much 100 of those bottles are etc. Excellent review and man I hear you that the Ariya is a better choice but the Prologue has a certain something.
The Prologue and Blazer share quite a bit more than just the skateboard but Honda has done a great job turning this into a Honda. It's well executed and the Ultium platform is a good one. Those are big positives. However, the fact that their are unique-to-Prologue parts and that this is is a one-off for Honda means that parts availability and Honda tech support in the future will likely be iffy. That would be enough for me to look elsewhere.
this is interesting. Its really Honda in name only. Sort of designed or rather developed by GM but manufactured by Honda. I have always been impressed by Honda's simplicity of design. If you really want a simple no glitzy car with a solid engine and great mileage then go for Honda. For years their CR-V was the what you called the pioneer of SUVs. The compact SUV. But this is good. The engineering of GM with design of Honda. It is very Hondaesque though. Simple in design with hopefully good utility and performance
Finally:
- normal charger for the phone that is vertical and doesn’t eat too much of interior space
- normal central storage
Great job Honda!
I work at a Honda Dealership here in Jacksonville, NC! I think the Prologue is a very good looking SUV, and will attract attention for sure!! The price is a little on the high side for some buyers and will slow sales in some markets!
Bring back the Honda Fit
and make sure to bring a DHOC VTEC with manual transmission
i drove one for 2 years stick 2010
it was so awesome, made in JAPAN
Gold bullion comment here!
CRX.
Hell yeah
@@turboash78yes should be a true vtec CRX
The fact that this thing is based off GM Ultium platform makes it a straight up NO for me. I’ll wait till Honda has their own platform.
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I just saw the straightpipes review of this and they mentioned the motormouth CZcams channel,im so proud.But as usual,we have Motormouth and then we have the rest😏
This is a huge no for me. Waste of time to use GM as a basis. Terrible reliability and Blazer EV already has battery/charging issues.
You can get a CRV Hybrid for $15k less, more cargo and interior space, similar power, farther range, and it’s made 100% by Honda.
Not to mention I think this is VERY expensive for what you get. Low range, cheap materials from GM, and an exterior the size of an Odyssey with an interior of an HRV?!? Insane.
I truly think this will be very unsuccessful. Honda should have waited to do their own.
It's a compliance EV for Honda.
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I drove it. It's probably my favorite Honda (I don't like Honda). It's more tame than my Cadillac Lyriq or the Acura ZDX with 500HP AWD. This is actually a clean-looking, sensible Model Y competitor which offers more than the Tesla Model X.
One of the best looking hondas in a while. And, the 2 colors shown look great. My only problem with it from the review is that it doesn't come as a hybrid and I live in a high rise condo. 😥
if you want this as a hybrid, they’ll sell you a CR-V Hybrid. that’s like asking for a Model Y Hybrid. this is a purpose-built EV.
Your building does not have electricity. Even in rural Nova Scotia, we plan to get electrics ... soon. 🌩
Not a fan of hybrids. The range is minimal on electric and you still have all the expenses of an ice vehicle( gas, oil, and exhaust system). I went full electric in 2020 and this boomer is never going back. That’s just my opinion.
So expensive. When are they going to put out affordable EV's that aren't SUV's? Love the look of the Prologue though. Just too big for a commuter car. Great review Zack & Andrea!
Have you checked out the vehicles from Kia and VW?
There’s the Bolt EV. And Volvo has the EX30 coming out.
What's expensive to you, may be affordable for others. This is a large, electric SUV. If $20k out the door for a new vehicle is affordable to you, those days are gone, long gone. People want more conveniences, more space, more technology, more power, more range, more safety, more reliability, for pennies on the dollar and Tesla can't even do it.
Ah yes, the Bolt. It's quite affordable with the rebate here in Canada but I heard it's being discontinued. I could be wrong. The Volvo is a premium brand so will have to see what the pricing is when it comes.@@cypvh74
affordable? 2037.
At those trim prices, the Prologue won't sell. Honda ordered 110,000 Prologues from GM ... good luck on that. Soo many better alternatives.
Yeah way too expensive they will get stuck with them….. i got a blazer ev rs in that same blue for way less…..
I would just wait until Honda has it own EV platform
They will definitely overprice it.. In my own opinion, no good electric car can come out from the japanese for now.. Ariya, BZ4X RZ450E cant manage 220miles yet expensive
@@faithosadebe5293 The idea to transition into EVs was a bad idea
@@Slim1986 will always be.. Full time control.. Have you seen the new hyundai Santa fe features of controlling and monitoring you..
@@Slim1986 them the government officials should start using EV for there daily drives..
@faithosadebe5293 Exactly lol
This vehicle is really odd. It's a foot longer than an ID4 but has less interior space and less luggage space. How did you do that Honda? LOL And the price tops out at 70k? Model Y tops out at 65k.
No Honda, your brand doesn't have that kind of pull. Can you say DOA? It's totally whack a doodle.
For $70k, there should be no scratchy hard plastic in the center console. I can forgive the black dash but not that cheap feeling console.
I like the screen layout and dash in the blazer/equinox EVs that look more integrated, vs the tacked on tablet style in the Honda.
100% agree!
Looks great but the partnership between GM and Honda has ended which spells doom for this model, wouldn't buy...
Great review btw!
There was Toyota/GM on the Matrix/Vibe and Ford/Mazda on the Escape/Tribute and more recently Toyota/BMW on the Supra and Toyota/Subaru on the BRZ, so this isn’t untested waters……just saying.
Soft-touch are bad for families with kids and dogs. Just gonna get torn up.
This will be a sales failure for Honda. Anyone buying one of these one-off GM partnership Prologues better be a a gambler by nature with $ they can afford to lose. Best to just lease it and stick Honda with it at the end of the term so it becomes their problem trying to unload them used!
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I’m all about EVs that are designed as cars that just happen to be electric
Excellent review thanks Motormouth.
What a beautiful no frills SUV. Real door handles, real volume knob, classy exterior design. Lovely Honda but these vehicles are getting soooo expensive
If they are parting ways then stay away from this crazy priced heinz 57. Honda must think we have that kind of money to risk on a venture like this one. They are not targeting the middle class at this price. Here we go again another SUV with no spare tire knowing full well that if the tire repair kit fails to fix your flat you are screwed.😂
Nice review! This vehicle scores points with the conservative styling for me. I also like the space below the centre console for a handbag!
Me too, it does a lot well.
Wow you guys are all way too nice for this rebadged GM.
Ioniq 5 baby!
Great review Andrea and Zack. I absolutely love the lower and wider stance. If I’m not mistaken the cargo capacity is just a smidge bigger than my 2024 Civic hatchback. Probably still a couple cycles of auto purchases before I consider an EV, but this is a good looking vehicle.
Wait at least 5 years for a better charging infrastructure to be ready; as it is now, forget about it! I know having owned a 2020 Kona EV and the infamous (we can't repair your battery) Ioniq 5 EV.
Such a refreshing EV that has regular door handles, and looks like a regular vehicle and not some spaceship looking car 🙌 ♥️
I completely disagree with the honeycomb on the dash. I would think it would be a dust collector and hard to clean.
buzz off! 🐝
I love that the back looks like a Range Rover
Big kudos to Honda for supporting Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, unlike GM.
What happens when u need parts or service in a few years when the partnership is over. Where do u go and what about parts availability
as the review said - Honda has its own supply chain on this, so it should be just fine and it is nice to know that GM will continue on with the platform for many years apparently if you do hold onto it for a long time - with EVs many lease as a mitigation to most being in a evolutionary track and its uncertain for most looking to the longer term ownership.
GM will tell you, "go Frunk yourself!"
That price for that range is just not realistic for everyday Joe, no wonder EV sales are declining!
Who's driving 300 miles a day, everyday?
Wackadoodle is the price, I like Honda but wouldn’t pay that much for something GM had anything to do with.
Lost me at GM 🤣, Sure it's a Honda yada yada but most ppl when will hear GM wouldn't touch this with a 10 ft pole 🤣
Prologue looks a lot better than those four alternatives you named, in my opinion, much cleaner styling. Well done Honda! Partnering with GM on the platform brings it to market sooner, that is a good thing. If you don't trust GM, fair enough, there are alternatives...
But GM have problems scaling up the Ultium production, they can't meet Honda's 110.000 order. And, time will tell if this ends up with the same issues as the Blazer EV.
Yes, time will tell! Apparently the software is Honda's, so hopefully GM's issues will not affect the Prologue.
Nice review. You both made some excellent points as everyone thinks this is a full GM car with a Honda badge, but it's clearly isn't.
No spare tire is a deal breaker for me!!
You can buy aftermarket spares
😂 so no new car for you? Almost no one has spares anymore.
When electric vehicles provide at least 650 miles of range, I will look at them harder. Until then, they are not for my family. Especially at a $55k.
Wow- that BLUE shirt really matches this Honda well!!!!! 🤣😅😂
You might not like the door handles of Tesla but seriously, a model Y long range at 64k is hard to beat. But we are free to spend our money as we want..
Nice looking electric vehicle and interior is not bad, kind mixed old and new stuffs and style. But the price is too pricey for some. Great show Andrea! 👍🏻👍🏻☕️☕️
Finally a very nice looking vehicle from Honda. Very clean solid looking.
You mean GMDA
I am 17 seconds in and going .. wow.. did Zach just do a Jean-Luc Picard "engage!"
Honda doesn't even want to take the chance of the auto show and showcase the car. That says something about it
They know the mass market does not want an EV, and the price makes it a guarantee that hardly anyone will buy this.
They had one at the Silicon Valley Auto Show just last weekend. It was a pre-production unit (so it was locked), but you could definitely look it over. I lifted the tiny rear wiper and thought, "well Zack is right, that IS a tiny rear wiper".
Heard that the Prologue weighs in at 5500 pounds ?
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Too much $$$$ for what you get.
Real buttons are a plus.
.. but is it NACS compatible. Without this, it’s a hard no.
If yes, then it’s a viable option. Charging access is EVERYTHING.
Will be compatible in 2026 - when "collaboration" ends.
@@FrunkensteinVonZipperneck that’s unfortunate. Ford has access already and Rivian, Volvo, and PoleStar announced they will have access less than 3 weeks from now. Even GM’s twin of the Prologue will have NACS access within a year. I can’t see why anyone would want to buy the Prologue, or any other EV for that matter without NACS access. I’m hoping you’re wrong about the time frame and that Honda gets access much sooner. Otherwise, it’s off the buy list until then.
Man, I don't know why but "what's under the floor of this thing" got me rolling! LOL!
Nice looking! I hope this simpler design language moves into their other SUVs
LOL - - $50,000 for a Honda -? - - - I think not
The pricing is similar to the Ionic 5. I prefer the Ionic 5 for the money.
Why make the EVs all weird ? How about a normal shifter and two pedals.
I like your points. Its a good looking conventional car. Could also be a sleeper at some stop lights.
Still base Prologue is more expensive than model Y base. How do they justify this?
Bigger battery and more range.
Bigger battery, more range, nicer design, better build quality etc
@@ccs9271 idk ccs. I love Honda. But recently they jacked up their price so much. If I were a potential buyer, I would have spent a few thousand more and get long range AWD Model Y.
bigger battery, more range??.. Take it on a road trip then..
@@faithosadebe5293 If you're implying that it's impossible to take a road trip on anything other than the Tesla Supercharger network, number one it's not true, and number two the network is opening up to more and more vehicles as Tesla uses it as a profit center and not just a competitive advantage. Increasingly, Tesla vehicles will have to compete on their own merits, not the merits of its charging network.
Seems like they'll be offering some cool colors too. Nice package.
Another too expensive electric car!!
13:08 Now that's a couple that's been married for awhile.
Honda has a winner here and will sell as many as they can build. Good luck buying one at MSRP.
The Honda Prolapse. They should’ve just brought over the Honda e from Europe.
It wouldn't sell in North America, it was small and expensive with a very low range. Mazda's MX30 was a sales failure for the same reasons
Wake me when Honda builds their 1st BEV.
This is a fail by Honda. People don't buy a Honda because of where the buttons are located, they buy a Honda for the QDR factor (Quality, Durability, Reliability), which this won't have. While Honda was able to choose the style and design of the interior and exterior, it's still a GM platform, using GM parts, built at a GM plant in Mexico. Factor in $70k for the AWD model with mediocre metrics (power, range, etc) and an interior that looks like it should be half the price, Honda should have just passed. Save those "electric resources" and follow Toyota's steps to offer hybrid options for all cars. EVs are still likely a decade away from being realistic alternative for everyday vehicles for the people. For now, they are still just play toys for the rich or a bad purchase option for those stretching to afford one. Save yourself $30k and just get an HR-V EX-L NAVI trim. Until EVs are comparable in price to their gas counterparts, it's a fool's game.
100% agree big mistake
Hybrid EV is right now with the eventual goal of getting to full EV once more competition arrives to push down prices
You are wrong on all counts
@@Tdzzz450 that is the delusion people are living in the Cost of the full evs being made is actually going up we are running out of minerals for the ion batteries so either we find a different kind of battery fast or we slow down creat only hybrids for a while,until we can research more efficient battery technology
@@markfitzpatrick6692 how ?😂
isn't the Honda-E their first? or is that just a concept, never saw any on the road in Vancouver. Cant wait for the ZDX
Also whenever Andrea says "i like a firmer suspension" "i like bigger ..." or anything like that in videos, Zach always has a smirk and that's how you keep the marriage alive and well!!
The Insight was Honda's first foray into EV's.
Manufactured between 1999 and 2021 (with a few development hiatus over the years)
@@pbwmanagement yes, but that's a hybrid not an EV, different beast
Honda-E was just in Japan and the EU right? This is first for North America
Honda E was only for Europe and Japan. Never planned or developed to be sold in North America.
They had a Honda Fit EV that was lease only from 2012-2014 in the US
She looks stunning (the SUV ain't bad either 😍). Love Hondas but not sure why the GM partnership? That's a big turnoff for me 😔
Great review. All suv reviews should include tow capacity (like yours). Only criticism, tesla model y comparison. They must compete.
When are you going to review the updated tesla model 3 ?
Nobody cares. Reason why tesla laying off people. No one is buying EV due to battery degradation on cold climate and priced to much.
Model 3 just arrove in Vancouver this week.
I think it looks amazing!
Why is only going to be produced
for just a year or 2. I hope they use this
body design. Great wheel design.
The bright blue and that funky green
are sweet colors.
For Honda, this is a compliance car before doing there own EV.
I doubt this is only going to be made for 2 years.
@@cypvh74 I doubt GM will be able to supply more than a few hundred. EVer.
@@FrunkensteinVonZipperneck they were already building blazer EVs at a rate of about 200/day by end of last year. So, don’t think it will be a problem.
The Prologue needs a good ICE engine to be dropped into it, and a price drop of 15 percent. Honda will sell thousands of them. As an EV, no way. Too expensive.
@Motormouth..000.. what is your ongoing project?
This is just a little too safe for a first EV for the brand. I like the exterior but it needs just a bit more style to it. The interior is is just plain boring. The ZDX doesn't fare much better with its interior though the exterior has some nice touches, I think.
identical to CR-V and HR-V Amish design. "You look PLAIN..."
NO thanks for another overpriced ev!! ! but, the Honda suitcase scooter for $1k...i'm buying!
And with Honda the software works and Android Auto Apple car play are something that the GM products do not have! Well done Honda!
Thanks for the great review. Interior is too plasticy and ugly! They can’t do simplification using low quality material
This car should charge and have great range compared to other EV's of this size! Well done Honda!
The EV 6 does better for charging speed. But only has a 77KWH battery.
I don’t want Google or Amazon anywhere near my next car. Intrusive and tracking for their own profit. Sad this is limiting the number of options out there.
Love seeing Zack being able to be hove off in the backseat. 🤪
Thanks for a great review! Looked interesting, but the price!!! How are regular people supposed to afford these vehicles.? No provincial government rebate in Ontario
Ours in BC is based on income now, so some don't qualify here either.
@@andreaspencer9813 did not know that, thanks for the info! It’s bananas to me that we’re supposed to hit all non emission targets in 2035 in Canada but have such a wonky unbalanced approach to get there
@@waynetimbers7147 I agree, it's so frustrating!
@@waynetimbers7147 No chance that will happen by 2035. A time frame based on someone's wild guess.
Your government hates you!
Wackadoodle + Zack = Zackadoodle ? 😊
I’m sure it will sell well. It is a fine looking EV-CUV. But sadly… I feel that as more electric vehicles hit the market, gradually the ‘Soul’ of these automotive giants is dying. Honda, the world’s largest engine manufacturer (cars, motorcycles, marine, generators, etc. even jets!) should stick to what they shine at… especially with their cars. One word… VTEC! (Variable Valve Timing & Lift Electronic Control… well actually six words). That is why people fell in love with them. VTEC is in their Soul. This latest Prologue, albeit a ‘fine’ vehicle… in my opinion… is essentially Soulless. Thanks for the video.
It's going to BOMB big time. Nobody wants an EV.
When I say, it will probably sell… I mean it will sell ‘well enough’ for a EV-CUV ridiculously priced above $60,000 (yikes!) Canadian. So with that in mind, I think that you’d agree. I should have said “well enough”. But your point is valid… and I agree.
@@kellingtonlink956 No, the competition has better EVs.
I (once again)… agree. There absolutely is better competition. My comment though was on ALL electric vehicles being somewhat soulless.
Another great review. It would be interesting to know how the charging capacity when doing long distance trips. I recently travelled in an EV with a supercharger capacity, it was fast and kept us on the road relatively quick. Does the Prologue have the capacity for high speed charging? Actually Ford will or has alreay introduced supercharging capabilities on some of their EVs.
You lost me at trunk smaller than the Arya. Families need trunk space!
Noticed Gm parts on the interior.
-steering wheel and stalk with controls
-seats and power seat controls
-Window switches and mirror controls
-door locks and handle
-sunroof
-wireless charger
-all of the pieces in the dash as well as the infotainment and software
Seems like the only things "honda" are the outside. Just buy a Equinox ev and make sure your dealer will be able to service it for more than just the next few years when honda leaves the platform.
Electric vehicles have 3 things to sort out, so they can sell:
1. Price - it must be lower than conventional powered, even hybrid cars. The complexity is way less than a turbo gas engine, but the batteries are expensive for now.
2. Range: must be comparable or more than a diesel powered or hybrid vehicle. Also it has to apply while towing, for trucks and transports.
3. Charging speed must be under 5min, from 5% to 100%, so you don't lose time on the go on longer trips.
I'll add the 4th one: Electricity must be cheaper than fueling with gas or diesel. Because the more demand for electricity in the future, the more the price goes up.
When all those apply, I'll replace my Bi-Turbo V8 with one. Or at least I'll consider buying one.
Number of charging stations as well
Cost of electricity is lower than cost of gas/diesel
@@benc4181 That will change if EVs become common.
4. Reliable charging stations you can count on.
It’s anything but satisfying with an electric vehicle when the temperature falls to zero or lower, and they turn into immovable bricks. That’s probably why we’ve never heard of an electric snowmobile.
Obsolete & discontinued product upon arrival. No thanks.
Where would you get it serviced, Honda or GM 🤔
😂😂😂
@@vulpixelful Honda
Why isn’t the Model Y, the best seeking vehicle in the world a comparison? Seems like you want to pretend it’s not out there. Is there a reason for this?
Test drive of touring trim impressive in terms of quiet ride, headroom,legroom, smooth acceleration, comfortable seat as compared to model y and id4. drawback is lack of commitment date if any for Tesla supercharger and assumption that ford adapter will work for Honda Prologue.
Cargo is on the small side if it is longer and wider than CRV. And this was designed by Honda.
I own one and I love it it’s a keeper for me
Used to love Honda, but their styling and technology just took a halt. Purchased a Hyundai Santa Fe which was great until the engine died at 66k. Then I got a Tesla Model Y which has been amazing. I will skip the Prologue, but glad Honda is at least trying again. Nice review!
Would be nice for 35k start.
The little button on door handle is useless when it freezes, sensor works better like on my 2018 crv.
Tire repair kit? Does that mean no spare tire?
Another great review guys! 👍👍
Excellent information. I live in the U.S. and depend on your reviews! I am concerned about the cost and affordability. I have had a deposit on this since 2022.
Perfect pricing for people who lease and don’t own a home.
Long wheelbase doesn't sound promising. How wide is the turning circle compared say to Nissan Ariya?
*Over $50,000 USD for this thing?*
Hahahahaahahahahahahaahahaha
That will be a definite NOT EVER!
Yep, it takes me back to 2003. Passport, which was actually a rebadged Isuzu Rodeo. Here we go again 😊
Don’t understand why anyone would buy that, being on a GM chassis service and warranty would be a nightmare thru Honda, if you like this car just buy the GM model and save alot of headaches
Wish the Honda offered the AWD with the 102kwh Ultium pack to get the range up over 300.
I would really like it if, in these 'utility' vehicles, you provided more detail on the cargo space, including a standard metric like the number of golf bags or say, toilet paper. Also, I was born in 1971 and live in Québec, would really really like you to provide the space figure in litres. I have a rough idea of what a cubic foot might be but boy I know what a litre is, and I think anyone who has bought a 2 litre of pop in N America understands how much 100 of those bottles are etc. Excellent review and man I hear you that the Ariya is a better choice but the Prologue has a certain something.
For space and utility, tune in to Bjorn Hyland for banana box measures.
Bring back the hybrid Element
The Prologue and Blazer share quite a bit more than just the skateboard but Honda has done a great job turning this into a Honda. It's well executed and the Ultium platform is a good one. Those are big positives.
However, the fact that their are unique-to-Prologue parts and that this is is a one-off for Honda means that parts availability and Honda tech support in the future will likely be iffy. That would be enough for me to look elsewhere.
I think the black piano accent looks perfectly fine. I'm jussayin....
this is interesting. Its really Honda in name only. Sort of designed or rather developed by GM but manufactured by Honda. I have always been impressed by Honda's simplicity of design. If you really want a simple no glitzy car with a solid engine and great mileage then go for Honda. For years their CR-V was the what you called the pioneer of SUVs. The compact SUV.
But this is good. The engineering of GM with design of Honda.
It is very Hondaesque though. Simple in design with hopefully good utility and performance
You got that reversed. Designed by Honda, Built by GM.
Nice Chevy.