Honda Prologue EX vs Honda CR-V LX (gas): 5-year cost to own in Idaho

Q: Is the Honda Prologue EX or the Honda CR-V LX (gas) cheaper to own over 5 years in Idaho?

The Honda CR-V LX (gas) stays the cheaper car to own — about $41,227 vs $60,210 for the Honda Prologue EX, a $18,983 difference over 5 years.

Q: How much more does the Honda Prologue EX cost to buy than the Honda CR-V LX (gas)?

The Honda Prologue EX starts at $47,400 — $16,400 more than the Honda CR-V LX (gas) ($31,000). Over 5 years the ownership gap is $18,983 in favor of the Honda CR-V LX (gas).

Q: Which costs less per mile — the Honda Prologue EX or the Honda CR-V LX (gas)?

The Honda CR-V LX (gas): $0.69 vs $1.00 per mile all-in ($687 vs $1,004 per month) in Idaho.

By the EVCostIQ research desk · reviewed against our public methodology · every source dated on this page

As of July 1, 2026, over 5 years in Idaho, the Honda CR-V LX (gas) stays the cheaper car to own — about $41,227 vs $60,210 for the Honda Prologue EX, a $18,983 difference over 5 years. Idaho's electricity (12.7¢/kWh, 33% below the U.S. average) and $4.11/gal gas are fed straight into both totals. The expired federal $7,500 EV credit is not applied to either total.

Cheaper to own over 5 years · IdahoHonda CR-V LX (gas) · $41,227 total · $18,983 less than the Honda Prologue EX

Honda Prologue EX vs Honda CR-V LX (gas) — where the money goes

5-year total cost of ownership by component, by vehicle (USD). Estimates; sources dated in the methodology.
Cost component	Electric · Honda Prologue EX	Gas · Honda CR-V LX
Depreciation (estimated)	$29,862 (50%)	$11,470 (28%)
Charging / fuel	$3,602 (6%)	$8,226 (20%)
↳ of which charging loss	12% (~$432)	—
Maintenance	$3,660 (6%)	$4,980 (12%)
Insurance	$13,750 (23%)	$11,000 (27%)
Financing interest	$8,350 (14%)	$5,266 (13%)
Registration & fees	$985 (2%)	$285 (1%)
Total cost of ownership	$60,210	$41,227

The charging-loss row is the ~10–15% of electricity lost to AC charging that you pay for but never reaches the battery — we include it; most calculators don't.

When does the Honda Prologue EX win?

Even at 30,000+ mi/yr or a 15-year hold, the Honda CR-V LX (gas) stays cheaper here — its lower price and slower depreciation dominate. The Honda Prologue EX is the pick mainly for reasons beyond 5-year cost (performance, emissions, HOV access, home-charging convenience).

Honda Prologue EX vs Honda CR-V LX (gas), side by side

Electric

Honda Prologue EX

5-yr total cost: $60,210
Cost / month: $1,004
Cost / mile: $1.00
MSRP: $47,400
Powertrain: Electric
Efficiency: 32 kWh/100mi

Gas Lower 5-yr cost

Honda CR-V LX (gas)

5-yr total cost: $41,227
Cost / month: $687
Cost / mile: $0.69
MSRP: $31,000
Powertrain: Gas
Efficiency: 30 mpg

Idaho electricity: 12.7¢/kWh EIA
Gas price (Idaho): $4.11/gal AAA

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Full cost breakdowns

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FAQ

Is the Honda Prologue EX or the Honda CR-V LX (gas) cheaper to own over 5 years in Idaho?

The Honda CR-V LX (gas) stays the cheaper car to own — about $41,227 vs $60,210 for the Honda Prologue EX, a $18,983 difference over 5 years.

When does the Honda Prologue EX become cheaper than the Honda CR-V LX (gas)?

How much more does the Honda Prologue EX cost to buy than the Honda CR-V LX (gas)?

The Honda Prologue EX starts at $47,400 — $16,400 more than the Honda CR-V LX (gas) ($31,000). Over 5 years the ownership gap is $18,983 in favor of the Honda CR-V LX (gas).

Which costs less per mile — the Honda Prologue EX or the Honda CR-V LX (gas)?

The Honda CR-V LX (gas): $0.69 vs $1.00 per mile all-in ($687 vs $1,004 per month) in Idaho.