2026 Honda Prologue: real cost in California
See the Prologue on Honda's US site ↗US prices read 2026-11-09
Cheapest trim, EX · California · age 35–59 · 6 years · 13,500 mi a yearChange
Sticker$39,900the advertised price
Drive away$45,318with fees and tax
Loan payment$687/mo72-month loan at 7%, $5,000 down
True cost$1,208/moeverything, after resale
$45,318 to drive away + $56,133 to run it for 6 years − $14,496 back at resale = $86,956, or $1,208 a month.
Where the money goes
Drive away$45,318
Running it, 6 yrs+$56,133
Back at resale−$14,496
Sticker pricethe advertised MSRP
+$39,900Feesfreight $1,595 · doc fee $85 (typical)
+$1,680Sales and use tax, 8.99%California
+$3,738Insuranceestimate, age 35–59, California
+$18,449Lost return on your money5% a year on the down payment and each payment
+$9,590Loan interest7% over 72 months
+$9,174Charging13,500 mi a year at 104 MPGe, home charging at $0.33/kWh
+$8,553Maintenanceestimate
+$6,689Title, registration and plates6 years in California, incl. 0.65% value tax a year
+$2,953California EV fee$121 a year
+$726Resale after 6 years36% of MSRP, you get this back
−$14,496True cost $86,956 ÷ 72 months$1,208 a month
The car
Size and space
BodySUV192.0 in long
Seats5from the Canadian version or the type
Cargo25.2 cu ftbehind row 2
Ground clearance8.1 inhigh; good for snow and trails
Engine and fuel
Engine220–300 hp electric, 2WD, AWD
0–60 mph6.1–8.1 sour estimate from power and weight
Energy use95–104 MPGeEPA combined
Range308 miabout 216 mi in winter · fast charge 20-80% in 35 min
TowingUp to 1,500 lb
Tires19" or 21"by trim
Safety and cover
Crash test✓ 5 of 5 starsNHTSA · see the test ↗
Highway assistSteers and brakeshands on the wheel · every trim
Warranty3 yrspowertrain 5 yrs · battery 8 yrs
Resale at 6 years36% of MSRPaverage for its type
Every trim
All trims: 5 seats.| EX | $39,900 | $45,318 | $86,956 | ✓ $1,208/mo | 104 MPGe | — No | — No |
| EX AWD | $42,900 | $48,588 | $91,024 | $1,264/mo | 99 MPGe | — No | ✓ Yes |
| Touring | $44,200 | $50,005 | $94,496 | $1,312/mo | 104 MPGe | ✓ Yes | — No |
| Touring AWD | $47,200 | $53,274 | $98,564 | $1,369/mo | 99 MPGe | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Elite | $50,400 | $56,762 | $100,863 | $1,401/mo | 95 MPGe | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
EX
✓ $1,208/mo
True cost
EX AWD
$1,264/mo
True cost
Touring
$1,312/mo
True cost
Touring AWD
$1,369/mo
True cost
Elite
$1,401/mo
True cost
Features, trim by trim
Cheapest on the left. Each bar starts at the trim that adds it.Feature
EX$39,900
EX AWD$42,900
Touring$44,200
Touring AWD$47,200
Elite$50,400
Safety and driver assist
Automatic braking
✓ Every trim
Blind-spot monitor
✓ Every trim
Rear cross-traffic alert
✓ Every trim
Adaptive cruise
✓ Every trim
Lane centering
✓ Every trim
Comfort
Heated seats
✓ Every trim
Heated steering wheel
✓ from Elite
Dual-zone climate
✓ Every trim
Convenience
Remote start
✓ Every trim
Wireless phone charging
✓ Every trim
Power driver's seat
✓ Every trim
Tech and audio
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
✓ Every trim
Wireless CarPlay
✓ Every trim
Built-in navigation
✓ Every trim
Capability and looks
AWD or 4WD
✓
✓ from Touring AWD
Sunroof
✓ from Touring
LED headlights
✓ Every trim
Not listed on any trimHands-free driving360° cameraParking sensorsCooled seatsHeated rear seatsMassaging seatsPush-button startPower liftgateMemory seatPremium sound systemHead-up displayLarge touchscreen (12 in+)Tow hitch includedPanoramic roof
Full standard equipment on the EX (30 items)
- Honda Sensing Driver-Assistive Features
- Google built-in
- Wireless Apple CarPlay Compatibility
- Wireless Android Auto Compatibility
- HondaLink connected by OnStar
- Belt Drive Assist Electric Power Steering (EPS)
- Automatic Emergency Braking
- Front Pedestrian Braking
- Lane Keep Assist
- Adaptive Cruise Control
- Side Blind Zone Alert
- Lane Change Alert
- Rear Cross Traffic Alert
- Rear Cross Traffic Braking
- Blind Zone Steering Assist
- Regen Paddle
- Key Fob Activated Remote Start
- Charging Status Screen
- Charging Status Indicator
- 11-Inch Digital Instrument Cluster
- 11.3-Inch Color Touchscreen Display
- USB-C Audio Interface with Charging Port - Front Console (2 port)
- USB-C Charging Port - Rear (2 Ports)
- Wi-Fi Hotspot Capability
- Wireless Phone Charger
- Driver & Passenger Heated Seat
- Driver's Seat with 10-way Power Adjustment with Power Lumbar Support
- Dual Zone Climate Control
- LED Headlights
- Heated Side Mirrors
Recalls
3 NHTSA recalls for 2024 to 2026 Prologue models. Dealers fix them free; a new car should have them done before delivery. Ask the dealer to check the VIN.
Back over prevention2024, 2025 · 59,887 vehicles
The rearview camera screen may display a distorted or blank image.Recall 26V306000 at NHTSA ↗Back over prevention2024 · 65,135 vehicles
Due to a software error, the instrument panel display may fail. Additionally, a software error may cause the rearview camera to display a blank screen when the vehicle is in reverse.Recall 26V112000 at NHTSA ↗Suspension2024 · 39 vehicles
The right front lower control arm may contain a manufacturing defect that can cause it to fracture.Recall 24V540000 at NHTSA ↗Quick answers
- How much is a 2026 Prologue in California?
- $45,318 to drive away for the EX, from a $39,900 sticker.
- What does it cost a month?
- A $687 loan payment, about $1,206 a month with insurance, fuel and upkeep ($5,000 down); about $1,208 a month all in, after resale.
- How much can it tow?
- 1,500 lb for every trim.
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US prices in US dollars from Honda's US website, read 2026-11-09; destination as the brand lists it. Taxes, registration and the dealer doc fee follow your state. Insurance and maintenance are estimates. How we count.