THE 2024 HONDA PROLOGUE ELITE IS AN UNEXPECTEDLY POPULAR SUV THAT NEEDS MORE HONDA DNA

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The 2024 Honda Prologue Elite marks Honda's entry into the long-range electric SUV market, but it's a vehicle heavily reliant on GM's Ultium platform, leading to a mixed bag of impressions. While the exterior styling is praised for its clean, timeless design, the interior is a significant point of contention, with the reviewer noting extensive parts sharing with GM vehicles, confusing switchgear, and uncomfortable seats. The infotainment software, also from GM, is highlighted as laggy and prone to freezing, despite offering desirable features like wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Performance is adequate, with a 0-60 mph time around 6 seconds, but not class-leading. Real-world range fell short of EPA estimates, achieving approximately 220 miles in cold weather conditions. Despite these drawbacks, the Prologue is selling exceptionally well, largely attributed to aggressive lease deals that make it cheaper to lease than many other Honda models. The reviewer suggests potential buyers might consider waiting for Honda's dedicated EV platform launching in 2026, unless the lease deals are too compelling to pass up.