2026 Honda Prologue

If you're in the market for an electric car and are dead set on a Honda, the Honda Prologue fits the bill. Sort of. You see, the Prologue is really a Chevy Blazer EV underneath, conceived at a time when Honda decided it had to have an EV in the lineup, and quickly. The result is an electric SUV that doesn't really look or feel like a Honda, but it does offer decent range, a comfortable ride, and a long list of standard features. But as its name suggests, the Prologue is merely an intro before Honda starts making its EVs in-house. With Honda set to start rolling out its homegrown 0 Series family of EVs in 2026, don't expect significant changes between now and whenever this electric crossover SUV transitions from prologue to coda status.

While the Prologue is inextricably linked to the Blazer EV, they aren't exactly the same. For one, the Blazer is available in a wider range of configurations. You can get it with a higher-capacity battery for increased range or even as a high-performance Blazer EV SS that produces an outlandish 615 horsepower. The Blazer EV offers Chevy's Super Cruise system, which is a helpful hands-free driving system that works on highways. In contrast, the Prologue has a streamlined lineup and doesn't come with Super Cruise. The Prologue's main advantage, besides its Honda badge, is that it comes with easy smartphone integration thanks to standard Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Chevy doesn't include them on the Blazer EV.

Aside from the Blazer EV, there are numerous alternatives to the Honda Prologue. The Hyundai Ioniq 5 and related Kia EV6 are among the best, offering a broader lineup, including performance models and significantly quicker battery charging times. The updated 2026 Tesla Model Y is another great choice thanks to its roomy interior, spacious cargo areas, and satisfying performance and range. We also recommend checking out the Ford Mustang Mach-E and Volkswagen ID.4.

[Editor's note: The following unofficial information is based on last year's Prologue. We expect the 2026 model will have a similar lineup and we'll update this section once we have complete information.] The Honda Prologue is available in three trim levels: EX, Touring and Elite. The EX and Touring come standard with a single electric motor driving the front wheels (220 horsepower, 243 lb-ft of torque). All-wheel drive, which adds a second motor, is available on the EX and Touring and is standard on the top Elite trim. The additional motor increases power to 300 hp and 355 lb-ft. All models draw energy from an 85-kWh battery pack.