Is the 2024 Honda Prologue a new SUV that is WORTH the RISK?

FIRST DRIVE: the Prologue is Honda's first ever EV. On the outside you will discover full LED lighting, 21in wheels and sporty shape. On the inside you will be greeted by an 11in infotainment screen and full digital gauge cluster. Powering the Prologue are (2) electric motors. Is the 2024 Honda Prologue a midsize SUV worth the PRICE?
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[@RaitisRides]

GOOD MORNING EVERYONE! Please make sure to let Honda know what you think about their first EV SUV. Thanks for watching & have a great day!

[@Aschoolbusandsimulatorfan2219]

It's awesome.

[@RaitisRides]

@@Aschoolbusandsimulatorfan2219I’m so glad that you dig this one!

[@chrisgelo1425]

Well, Joe, those 🛞s don't really do it for me. And what's up with that Range Rover Evoque rear end?! 😂

[@dabiri69]

Too expensive for a Honda or even a gm at that. Bring on the civic hybrid!

[@NoeLarios-qw7gs]

​😊😊

[@jacobfigures526]

I like how Honda broke away from the bubble design to show that an ev can be a normal looking vehicle 👍👍

[@RaitisRides]

I totally agree with you

[@SilverandButters]

It's really a Chevy design. Lol

[@southbayla3137]

What do you mean this is a bubble design

[@Eli.347]

@@southbayla3137 a lot of evs go for a rounded roof and body design for aerodynamics & better range

[@rxonmymind8362]

Agree. Just need to drop the price a lot. We don't need another $50k vehicle in the market.

[@thedefiguy2984]

this guys units of measurement for storage spaces have me dead 🤣🤣

[@omarcortes5754]

The design looks pretty good, the interior looks good too but I prefer a plug in hybrid before going full electric.

[@RaitisRides]

You are not alone in that tjought

[@Passportbros8]

​@@RaitisRidesIt looks like a jeep and it's got jeep tail lights too. Something is suspicious. Did Honda hire jeep designers to design the prologue! Because it looks just like a jeep. Honda design is failing. The new accord is bland and hideous. The only thing it offers is it's size.

[@gees97]

Here’s a fun fact. Car companies are pushing hybrids due to them not being able to produce an EV with profit. Hybrids are just a transitional period between gas and fully electric. Don’t forget that. And don’t invest a lot into the future of hybrids. They won’t be around much longer.

[@kickstand801]

As a musician, the sounds that this Honda makes is rather soothing. Driving this thing will be very relaxing, i can tell. I'm impressed! Great stuff.

[@RaitisRides]

I think that is a great point that you bring up!

[@stanleetfk3823]

​@@RaitisRides Dude, be honest...this car is ment to fail..hahaha.

[@dsny121]

I hope Honda has tweaked the Prologue enough to differentiate it from the Blazer EV. Personally, I'd never buy a vehicle that GM has designed, but to each their own. Great review!

[@RaitisRides]

They really did do a good job with that. Thanks for letting me share it with you.

[@MrDaveaccord]

Looks like Honda has a winner here except for the price. Good luck buying one at MSRP.

[@davidp2888]

Joe has the Midas touch. Everything he touches turns to gold. Sincerely appreciate you, man.

[@AlexS-ei7kp]

Joe I haven’t watched in a while and I just saw you broke 1 million subs! Congrats! Best reviewer on KZbin

[@alwyncarter2602]

Disappointed that its range is under 300 miles.would like somewhere in the 350-400 mile range.

[@suzanneflowers2230]

Yes, thank you to Steven for his filming skills! Great presentation.

[@tomdrummy4984]

If I was looking for an EV, which I’m not, this would probably be at top of the list……..if it feels more Honda than GM . Color matched door handles for me……..black over wheel well not too bad because not too high. Thanks Joe and Lori ! 👍👍 ……and Steven 😃

[@RaitisRides]

Great way to put it Tom. Thanks for letting us share it with you

[@gees97]

Base models come with black door handles. It’s been like that for years.

[@joyamonique]

This was the best car review I've ever seen. Instant subscriber! 💕

[@2122816803]

I come straight to you for any car reviews I don't even have to buy a car and I watch your reviews you give the best reviews so detailed thank you for your amazing work

[@legeno.]

The colors of the front and rear wheels are all very cool. It looks like the Honda design team has finally started working.

[@TchnoZ]

I LOVE how this car looks! Honestly, I was really hoping they would develop a hybrid version of this.

[@jonathansmith1590]

I strongly agree 😤. Perhaps FWD with a turbocharged I-4 with the electric motor out back for AWD 🤔

[@RaitisRides]

That would have been nice!

[@Dac54]

Of all of the EVs that are on the market, I like this one the best. It looks sharp yet plain at the same time, and the interior is simple and well-laid out. It would be nice if Honda would make it available as a plug-in hybrid. That way, one could make the most of an electric range locally and not have to worry about the availability of charging stations and wasted time on longer trips. Also, the price of this and most EVs remains quite expensive, out of reach for a great many folks. Finally, unless one has ready access to charge their EV at their residence, it is, for all intents and purposes, impractical.

[@timothycoyne5874]

I like the design and love this color, but the starting price is just too high. There are other EV and hybrid options already on the market that may make this an also-ran.

[@georgeballow7028]

Love your background intro - best in the business. Pretty color and I was actually interested in it - until I saw the glued on IPAD. Then heard the price. Was thinking 35 - 40k.

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for being so supportive!

[@00_UU]

Absolutely love everything about this Prologue! Honda design, newest GM tech and modern infotainment, Bose audio, actual leather seats unlike rubber seats in the Lyriq, front wheel drive long range. Give me a federal tax credit and I will get one. The best thing that came out of Honda since 2003 Element.

[@mystictk4149]

Good morning Joe. This is a good way to start a Thursday fo sure. It does look nice so Honda did great with that and can't leave how they always put their cars in good colors.

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for letting me share it with you!

[@uhoutx]

❤ Thank you, Joe and Steven! 🤠♥️

[@NipperDog]

This is the first time I'm watching one of your videos. Very informative and also very entertaining. 😄

[@lstradamus]

Definitely got GM vibes from the door chime. Very thorough review. I always enjoy these

[@RaitisRides]

That means so much.

[@lczspeed]

When you went on throttle from a stop, did it seem like the power lagged a bit from the time your foot stabbed the throttle to the time it got up to speed? Maybe the video looks a bit different from how it is in person.

[@popcap4]

I really appreciate the body style, especially the room in the cargo space. The number one thing I wish Honda would equip with is the blindsight assist in the side mirrors

[@darkpharaoh542]

I like the black accents on the body, but The Chevy Blazer EV looks better. However, this vehicle still has Apple CarPlay. That reason alone is enough to make me consider this over the Blazer EV. Just wish it had a more aggressive, sporty look to it.

[@brado2273]

Plus the blazer is garbage

[@darkpharaoh542]

@@brado2273they're working out some kinks. I wouldn't call it garbage. 🤣

[@suzanneflowers2230]

This is just a silly personal reaction, but the wheels make me think I'm looking sideways at a ceiling fan.

[@patriciafroelich-pilichows841]

Is there ambient lighting?

[@Symphony333]

Impressive. Thanks for your review.

[@usmantariq7997]

20:34 Did anyone notice the water dripping from the bottom of the cover after he lifted it?

[@RaitisRides]

It had been pouring.

[@nubianveganess448]

You guys did an awesome job! I’m sold. I’ll take an elite in silver

[@RaitisRides]

That really means a lot!

[@AndrewRudmann]

My wife and I have reserved a Prologue and we are planning to buy it when it arrives. This review confirms my impression that it will be an excellent car with full electrification to both have a great experience behind the wheel and help save the planet.

[@kayarcher6618]

I’m assuming the Prologue doesn’t have memory seats. So convenient in my Accord as the seat moves back for easier access and resumes position for driving. I also wonder about the white patches on the top of the dash producing glare when driving in the bright sun.

[@irunchef752]

you could totally fit a 12 pc from the Cololel in that center consul. maybe even a few biscuits. probably would do a great job keeping it warm on the way home too.

[@RaitisRides]

I like the way that you are thinking!

[@abbiravindhran8424]

Why does the single motor have more range than the dual motor? Is the dual motor AWD?

[@quiozellgilliard1673]

I love how he tried to pop open the EV input door and it was locked.

[@sonalmalhotra07]

Hi Lovely color on the car. As usual well themed video.

[@djprittyswif1980]

Excellent review! I'm impressed.

[@rodneykelly1651]

As usual, I'm rocking with Rati first 💯!

[@pietwandelaar1743]

Loyal Honda customer here. Our family has a Civic and two Fits. Disappointed with how long it has taken for Honda to get into the EV market. Comparing this Prologue with the 2024 ID.4 we've ordered, I feel good about sticking with the ID.4.

[@matt3775]

Love the design. It feels like a Honda inside. I would go with this over the Blazer because they offer Apple car play support. Would love a cheaper HRV size version offered in the future.

[@kpcasey]

20:35 Lifts cargo floor up. Front right of cover, where it pivots near floor itself, LOTS of water dripping... more than just a few drops from the rain after opening. Where's that water from? (Can also see lots of water on that inside plastic wheel/fender cover... ) A well designed hatch should not allow water egress when opening the hatch, and it's not raining sideways....

[@chrisgelo1425]

I dont know Joe, nothing about this vehicle is really doing anything for me. Forget about EV, I would take the Blazer EV( without software issues) or Lyriq if I had the money. The issue I believe with this Prologue even more than the Acura ZDX is the interior just seems like a collection from the GM parts bin, with a Honda badge on the steering wheel. TFL was talking about that at the Chicago Auto Show. Even the column shifter is the same! How will Honda customers receive this? It's up to them. Honda + GM = Reliability reputation diminished 😞

[@tedbell4416]

Really like that color reminds me of my old Haro team sport

[@RaitisRides]

The color really works

[@fernandovargas7562]

Cool dude…. Great reviews on new vehicles…. Good looking car but, we still need hybrid instead…..

[@ssr1680]

Anyone that buys Honda /Acura please make sure you get wheel locks and wheel/tire warranty. Thief's of Honda Acura wheels and tires are at a all time high right now

[@willhouston4493]

Pretty cool lookin car, like the color. Not a gloss black fan. Like the HONDA on the back, yes hope that goes on all the new electrics. If I was looking for electric I would definitely check out the Prologue, except I can't afford one. I liked the show in the rain 😀👍

[@ganzonomy]

Already missing the j35. With electric cars, when I hear On throttle! My mind hears On vacuum cleaner!

[@whoswoo9070]

The j series in general really was an underrated engine. Made decent and smooth power, sounded awesome and were very reliable.

[@CraigNelson-lm9wy]

I can't front Raiti. I bash most cars in Hondas line up. But this is a legit nice design. A whole step up from the model on the streets. They are definitely going to trade their models in for the upgrade. Nice.

[@johnblack4915]

Thanks Lori and Joe for the Blazer EV...cough cough um Prologue..nice color 😊nice similar technology 😊

[@davidgroll-cook7125]

It’s a much better looking than than the Blazer, and a big plus for offering Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a big mistake for GM for not.

[@suzanneflowers2230]

I think the Honda/GM partnership worked well with styling here.

[@RaitisRides]

I’m so glad that you are liking this new Prologue.

[@gamitro]

A FRUNK would be nice and a larger rear under floor storage compared to the limited underfloor rear space on this example. Its nice to have the head up display, Would still go with the Tesla model Y instead.

[@Alyssafoxyy]

I really love this model. Sucks that the EX doesn’t have some of the add ons that the ELITE does even tho it wouldn’t cost a lot more to add them in. 59k MSRP may not be a pretty price but I do agree you get a lot more than a tesla model provides. I just wish it got over 300 miles of range. I’d like to see how these pan out over the next 3 years then I’ll consider biting that MSRP lol. Great video thanks for sharing!

[@DGG-ob5by]

thanks for reducing the rear headroom to 0, my kids will love it

[@LuisUrbieta]

Loving this Honda Prologue I like how it looks & I feel this is the best BEV.

[@RaitisRides]

That is so great to hear Luis!

[@LuisUrbieta]

Thanks a lot Apostle Joe​@@RaitisRides

[@TekinBozbey]

Black Door Handles are looking ok on the great body color. Honda had done a good job again. Glass roof shouldn't be standart.

[@user-cx4lh1co8x]

Love the minimal and chic design

[@simonmirelez1103]

As much as I love Honda as a whole, the price for what you get is ridiculous.

[@ZevMeth_originaljewishmusic]

I wish there was at least one video of yours that wasn't titled as a question!!! I think you would get more views that way!

[@johnosterman494]

I really like this. Google maps integrated with the main display?? Sold. Hope this is available by the time my CRV lease is done this year

[@kevindominguez4602]

The front looks like a VW Tiguan and the back looks like a Range Rover

[@wiilli7685]

That rear wiper is a double zonk. This looks very sexy. I like it.

[@bobbyjones2112]

I kind of rather have the motor showing in the front. Maybe they could decorate it with a cool engine cover or something. But at least that gives you an appearance of a normal ice car.

[@mrlv4525]

Still waiting on the ZDX driver impressions! Nice, but definitely should’ve had more wheel options!

[@Bowhunters6go8xz6x]

I liked the Chevy Blazer RS that you reviewed better (IMO the exterior looks sportier) and the black and red interior popped, I'm not ready for a full EV vehicle unless it hits that 400 - 450 mile range area like the Silverado or Sierra EV pickups when they come out some day.

[@Larry-vw3fp]

I've test driven an Ioniq 5 & Tucson Hybrid and they were quieter when accelerating from 0-60mph. The Ioniq 5 I barely heard any noise other than low fan noise inside the cabin. I was paying very close attention seeing that our current 2020 sonata is rather noisy inside the cabin. I had a 2013 Honda Accord which was quieter than the prologue it seems. It's a bit disappointing for an EV SUV at $60k.

[@K2PAK]

Can the driving sound be shutoff?

[@paulcheek5711]

a 1966 Olds Toronado had front wheel drive and a flat floor front and back for more room too... It was much more futuristic looking and actually beautiful

[@nealbhatt8098]

I would have liked the Honda fonts the way they are on the reg plate. Not sure why Honda chose different fonts

[@dukewaldsmith2132]

Yo Joe the Honda is nice but I'm more of a Chevy guy so I will be going with the Chevy Blazer EV...I do not like the white inside the car if it was a dark gray then maybe yeah it looks good though but the last time that I had a Honda was a 96 Honda passport in the year of 1996 .. I was 17 or 18 in high school..So are GM & Honda doing more cars together... I would love to see how they style the Cadillac if given the chance.. anyways have a great day Joe and Steve.

[@Marklevit1998]

Hey joe this Honda Prologue this is awesome Suv

[@RaitisRides]

I’m so glad that you like this one Mark

[@dlflyboy]

Self-sealing tires won't help if you have a blowout. I prefer the Honda badge over having it spelt out.

[@dancestacydance]

It also looks messy to me because it's not all caps

[@13tony31]

JJ - one question, can ya get it with a CVT? hahahahaha, does it have pick up? can ya merge on the highway well? I like it, thanks for bringing it here first for the RAITI's family. tony

[@GoHighOctane500LC]

This is a good question for Honda.

[@RaitisRides]

I see what you did there

[@Aschoolbusandsimulatorfan2219]

Yes of course Joe & this will be my first EV.

[@RaitisRides]

That’s so awesome to hear!

[@AcktongueBaby]

"Turn on...I would say fire up but it's an EV." LOL!

[@user-wx3ey3cd3d]

That key fob looks exactly like a GM fob with a Honda logo on it.

[@RaitisRides]

Because it is LOL

[@00_UU]

Does it make it bad?

[@tomdrummy4984]

Maybe stupid question…………..when you are doing one pedal drive, coming to a red light or stop sign, how does it know when to stop ? Thanks !

[@ramennoodlz]

It depends on how much pressure you have on the gas pedal, if you’re completely off it does regen braking/actual braking (depending on what kinda car/regen setting you have)

[@PWCDN]

its more about you should know what regen braking is capable of and get use to one pedal driving. You should always use the traditional brakes to prevent accidents. Different cars have different levels for regen braking. The car doesn't know unless its the active collision control kicking in, which will clamp the traditional brakes anyways.

[@stevegasowski3086]

I am not sure why the trend is to put white leather/materials in new cars; especially EVs. Here we have a vehicle that you can get self-sealing tires for "extreme" use and then provide a white interior that will look like junk after a few weeks of use in that same "extreme" environment. Just general day-today use, wearing jeans, hauling kids and pets will cause it to look junky quickly.

[@phillyphil1513]

because: Tesla Bros. It is indeed the most ridiculous trend ever. yeah there's a reason why the Legacy OEM'S never offered it before now (because it was always a bad idea that would only serve to REDUCE the second hand value of the vehicle in the used market).

[@theorangedengarage]

The prologue should qualify for the $7500 credit, right? Great review as always Joe!

[@angelmatos5987]

It looks very good but my thought is that it should have been a hybrid and then an electric version but it looks very good I like the style of the Honda Prologue 👍🏻

[@BertMacklin_FBI]

For the premium model you gotta have color matched door handles right? Cmon guys….

[@wardellward]

Awesome color

[@RaitisRides]

It really looks good !

[@wardellward]

@@RaitisRides yes sir

[@darthvader1759]

It sounds exactly like my work delivery truck 🤣

[@suzanneflowers2230]

Just a suggestion, but if in your travels you are ever in the vicinity of a car museum or classic sales dealership, please do a video of some trailblazing classics and what makes them special. I'll bet there are viewers such as myself who would love a closeup of a George Barris creation, for example. And don't forget the Judge GTO!

[@RaitisRides]

That is a great suggestion!

[@TchnoZ]

Completely random, do you still have your Type-R Raiti? Haven't seen it on the channel in a while! Enjoying it?

[@loriraiti4924]

Yes! Still have it 👍

[@RaitisRides]

I sure do! I will be doing a followup review on it.

[@dannymcse]

I think I see the Cadilac Lyriq in this car - I wonder if the specs are close - actually turns out this is the equivalent of a chevy Blazer EV

[@joshuaguzman7986]

I’ll wait until Honda designs their own ev

[@Kockodile]

Why GM key?

[@sonalmalhotra07]

I owned a honda station wagon Accord 1994.

[@lucasS0724]

The name should be in all caps at the back

[@inouehiroyuki]

As a Japanese American, I appreciate that many people like Honda EV, but Japanese car makers don't seem to mean it yet. Ariya, Solterra, BZ4X.....Everything is a mess. They need more healthy criticism.

[@richroggio]

Joe that is nice but I would pick the Subaru Solterra 👍

[@WordsMatter1982]

The Solterra looks hideous. Not as horrific as the BZ4X, but not a ton better.

[@BertMacklin_FBI]

Why partner w GM? Is it a cost savings move?

[@draghrvacevic8481]

Nice vehicle but I worry about electricity do we have enough and how expensive will be. Nice review 👍

[@RaitisRides]

You are not the only person to worry about that.

[@trumpisastump9382]

The increased demand for electricity if every vehicle were an EV would be about 30%. Given how gradual this process of conversion will likely be (30 years or so), it would only require an increase in electricity of 1% per year.

[@00_UU]

Electricity is so much easier to solve than gasoline. You can get your own solar roof installed along with Tesla Powerwall and produce your own electricity, but you cannot pump your own oil and refine it into gasoline at home. Solar roof can be installed for around 20-30k if you do it yourself, it will pay for itself in 6 years and last around 30 years total.

[@kencai6803]

Not a fan of EVs but this one does look pretty good, probably one of the best looking EVs on the market right now.

[@RaitisRides]

They did get the looks down very nicely.

[@gilvelaz69]

That’s it I’m going to buy this car just for the fact that u have a spot when u could fit 4 game boys 😅😅😅

[@OscarSanchez-qj4io]

I like how it looks I really do but performance doesn’t seem great I didn’t hear you say oh it’s quick like most ev vehicles are nor does the mileage impress either.

[@RaitisRides]

That is such a great point!