DRIVING THE 2024 HONDA PROLOGUE: SHOULD YOU BUY IN NOW OR PASS ON HONDA'S NEW EV?

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The 2024 Honda Prologue, while based on GM's Ultium platform and sharing components with the Chevrolet Blazer EV, carves out its own identity with a more sophisticated and comfortable driving experience. The reviewer highlights Honda's success in maintaining its family design language while giving the Prologue a futuristic edge, particularly praising the "Pacific Blue" paint and the overall aesthetic. The "Elite" trim, tested here, comes standard with AWD and 21-inch wheels designed for reduced drag. Positives include a well-designed interior with physical buttons, seamless wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto (a rarity for Ultium vehicles), and a smooth, quiet ride. The reviewer notes the ample rear legroom but points out limited headroom. Performance is described as more than adequate, with the AWD version producing 288 horsepower and 333 lb-ft of torque, offering brisk acceleration without the harshness of its GM counterpart. Braking is also commended. Negatives include the lack of a frunk due to the electric motor placement, non-reclining rear seats, and a less engaging steering feel compared to sportier rivals like the Hyundai Ioniq 5. The reviewer also expresses a dislike for the plastic off-road garnish on the rear. While acknowledging it's a rebranded GM product to some extent, the Prologue is deemed a more comfortable daily driver, though potentially not as sporty or fast-charging as the Ioniq 5. Cargo space is adequate but not class-leading.