New Delhi: Honda has finally released the first set of images of its all-new Prologue electric SUV, which has been developed in collaboration with General Motors. This new SUV will first go on sale in North America sometime in 2024.
Honda Prologue: What is it?
The Prologue is built on the GM Ultium platform, which also underpins electric SUVs like the Cadillac Lyriq, Chevrolet Blazer and GMC Hummer. Honda calls the Prologue a "neo rugged" SUV.
The Prologue has a wheelbase that is 203mm longer and 127mm wider than the new Honda CR-V. The SUV rides on 21-inch wheels and the nose is inspired by the Honda e city electric car as it has a large black stripe.
At the rear, the Honda logo gives way to the full brand name and also includes the "e:" series badge. Prologue will offer an exclusive paint called North Shore Pearl, which is inspired by the "natural beauty and colors near Lake Tahoe, California."
Inside, an 11.3-inch central touchscreen joins the 11-inch digital instrument display, and interior colors draw inspiration from mountain snow. The Prologue will be a key model for Honda in the US as the country phases out new diesel cars by 2025 and new petrol cars by 2030.
Powertrain details have yet to be announced, but they are likely to match the Blazer's specs, which has a range of up to 510km and a maximum charging speed of up to 190kW.
Honda SUV plan for India
Honda is preparing an all-new SUV based on the City sedan for the Indian market, which could be unveiled sometime next year. The brand currently does not sell any SUVs in India.