Having lost pace in almost all of its markets in 2022, Honda managed to record 4.4% growth in Europe last year, thanks in part to a range it has been trying to electrify 100%. A consistent solution for the consumer and new trends in the European market. The HR-V was the best-selling model, ahead of the Jazz city car. However, in France, its sales increased by 1.2% and amounted to 5,438 units. “Peanuts” compared to Toyota and its 109,776 units! But if Honda wants to become more competitive in our market, it will have to extend your electrical range. This is not new, the European Commission wants ban the sale of thermal models in 2035…
Prologue, a new mid-range electric crossover
Honda has two in the range: already has e mini city car, which the manufacturer has confirmed that it does not want to update it with a second generation. But first of all there was a big novelty this year releasing its long-awaited first electric SUV: the e:Ny1, which arrives at the dealership. Now the brand amplifies this trend by opening the curtain its big brother: the Prologue, a new 100% electric compact crossover. Visually, it is sporty clean style and clear lines the latest Honda news. It looks like a small 4X4 with its prominent wheel arches, relief look and “boxy” styling. Quite a bold look that gives the impression of pushing the brand into the high-end market, approaching with this model the new models of Jeep and Land Rover, for example.
Up to 500 kilometers of autonomy
On board, the presentation is modern but less innovative than on the e : so as not to upset Honda customers who are used to heat engines? Big 11.3-inch central touch screen sits in the center of the cabin. But what we are most interested in is electricity, of course, its battery: 85 kWh, enough to drive about 500 kilometers for one charge. The latter can reach 155 kW at the peak, which is quite enough cover 100 kilometers in about 10 minutes. Two engines will be offered: two- and all-wheel drive. The latter will develop 288 horsepower. Competitor of Tesla Model Y, Renault Scénic and Volkswagen ID.4, this new Honda Prologue will first be sold in the United States, and then it will appear in Europe. For us, it should happen no earlier than 2025…
Read also:
2022 Honda Civic Review: A good all-around hybrid
Honda: All new features for 2023
Honda: new driver assistance technologies
Source: Auto Plus
Robert is an experienced journalist who has been covering the automobile industry for over a decade. He has a deep understanding of the latest technologies and trends in the industry and is known for his thorough and in-depth reporting.