Honda’s Prologue sold over 25,000 units last year, despite it being its first year on the market. It slightly outsold its cousin (or “brother from another mother”), the Chevrolet Blazer EV, which is not only less expensive but actually offers slightly more cargo space. Yep, it’s 25.5/59.1 cubic feet for the Blazer EV vs 25.2/57.7 cu-ft in the Prologue.
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Both vehicles share the same GM 85.0 kWh Ultium battery pack, make the same power figures in front-wheel drive (FWD) and all-wheel drive (AWD) form, and share many components throughout. Despite this, they have completely different personalities, and their overall designs also look unique.
I have driven every version of both models and after spending time with each, it’s easy to see why they are viewed differently. Chevrolet gives the buyer many powertrain choices, while Honda only has two. There’s also the slight issue of neither model being built for off-roading, despite being called “SUVs.”
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Honda Prologue – the quiet kid everyone likes
The 2025 Honda Prologue is available with front or all-wheel drive (AWD) and the aforementioned 85.0 kWh battery. The FWD models get a 212 horsepower motor, and that combined output increases to 288 horsepower with AWD. There are three trims available: EX, Touring, and Elite. AWD is a $3,000 increase for the EX and Touring models.
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The maximum range for the Prologue comes from the $47,400 EX model. It makes sense, as there are fewer gizmos, smaller wheels, and less drag, which means up to 296 miles. That drops to 281 miles with AWD.
The $51,700 Touring model has the same range estimates but gives you some nifty features like leather, a passenger power seat, a better sound system, and a panoramic moonroof, among other things. The $57,900 Elite gives you all the goodies, including standard AWD, huge 21-inch wheels, head-up display (HUD), and other bits.
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All Honda Prologue trims are set up for 150 kW DC fast charging, which is competitive but not best in class. As a matter of fact, there’s nothing that is best in class about the Prologue, but it seems to do everything competently.
Many, myself included, like the mix of the 11-inch digital instrument cluster and 11.3-inch infotainment touchscreen setup. Additionally, the uncomplicated, clean layout is lauded, as is its ergonomic layout. One thing that makes this vehicle stand out is its inclusion of wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, something the Blazer EV currently does not.
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Driving the Honda Prologue
The Prologue is smooth, fairly quick, and a great commuter, but it lacks the pizzazz of sportier options and feels somewhat sedate. The steering feel is non-existent, but the steering weight is spot on.
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Breaking and accelerating are fine but, once again, lack that sporting feel. If you want to trigger regenerative braking, there’s a paddle that can increase the return you’re getting as you slow, and with practice, it can be used alongside your regenerative system. I would prefer a simple button letting me choose one-pedal driving with maximum regen.
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The cabin is a quiet space with plenty of storage nooks, cup holders, and USB-C ports. It seems especially comfortable for passengers, which is why I would prefer this ride for commuting.
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Chevrolet Blazer EV – the wild child who knows how to have fun
There are several variables that make the Chevy Blazer EV compelling for folks who want to have a little fun. For one thing, you can get the same 212/288 hp FWD/AWD powertrain as the Prologue, which is the least expensive in the lot.
Oddly, Chevrolet has yet to release the numbers for the FWD LT, but it’s safe to assume they are close to the Prologue. Currently, the LT has an online-only base price of $43.690, and the Blazer RS has a base price of $47,095.
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The Blazer has the same 150 kW DC fast-charging setup as the Prologue, but the RS and upcoming SS will have a more impressive 190 kW setup. If you’re looking for maximum range AND maximum fun, there is the $48,700 Blazer RS with rear-wheel drive. Thanks to a 102 kWh battery and a beefy 365-horsepower rear motor, it offers up to 324 miles of range.
The interior of the Blazer EV is completely different than the Prologue. Visually, it’s sportier and more aligned with Chevrolet’s sporting theme. A large, 17.7-inch infotainment screen, which has Google built-in, sits in the same location as Honda’s smaller unit.
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Driving the Chevrolet Blazer EV
After spending most of my time in the RS and RS rear-wheel drive, I can say that the LT is a bit lighter feeling, and less hunkered down. Both RS models were much more connected to the road than the Prologue. Where the Honda would lean, the Blazer EV would bend into. It felt much more sporty.
The interior sure felt sporty, too. I love the turbine-style vent setup and the sports car-inspired cockpit in the RS. Even the LT looks and feels a bit more macho than the Prologue. Still, for overall comfort, the Prologue is my pick.
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Perhaps its sporty nature was why some passengers found it to be less comfortable and more confining. The ride is definitely stiffer, and road imperfections are transmitted into the cabin with more severity. Still, if you drive the rear-drive RS, you will have a blast.
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The differences all come down to design ethos and suspension setup
If you do not count the rear-drive RS, the other Blazer EVs, and Honda Prologues are pretty much the same underneath. Once you drive them, things change. That’s mainly down to the suspension tuning, where it’s obvious that Honda was aiming for comfort over sport, and Chevrolet was aiming for a sportier drive.
Both vehicles have a base curb weight that hovers around 5,200 lbs, and this is where I began to notice the real difference: how they handled their weight. Simply put, the Chevrolet Blazer EV keeps things under control when pushed, whereas the Prologue simply does not want to be pushed. It’s just that simple.
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Then there’s their design. Sure, they both want you to look at them as SUVs or even crossovers, but they are both rather long hatchbacks, measuring in with a 121.8-inch wheelbase. Honda has a clean, somewhat futuristic design, and the Blazer EV looks a lot like a modern interpretation of what a Camaro mixed with an SUV would look like.
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Final thoughts
Both look great and completely unique. They drive differently, too, and feel like they are meant for different buyers. Despite the fun nature of the Blazer EV, I am more comfortable commuting in the Honda Prologue. I think that comes down to suspension tuning and interior comfort.
I highly recommend cross-shopping these two against the Hyundai Ioniq 5, Ioniq 6, Nissan Ariya, and the Ford Mustang Mach E before making a final choice, just to make sure they’re the ones for you.
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