Honda Clarity is a five-seat Fully Electric midsize vehicle in the Electric Sedan category. For the 2017 model year, there are two trim-lines to choose from, both with the same engine. The Clarity is capable of traveling 89 miles relying solely on electric power. It takes four hours for the vehicle to charge its batteries. EPA-estimated annual electricity expense is $650, which over the course of five years will save you $7,250 in extra fuel spending.
2017 Clarity has a relatively long wheelbase ( 108.3 in) and a wider body structure compared to vehicles of similar length and class. It is relatively heavier, too, with curb weight of 4024 - 4134 lbs.
2017 Clarity seats five adults. It has class-leading first-row passenger room on only one measurement - shoulders - and larger than average room for first-row passengers on hips and head. When it comes to second-row passenger room, Clarity falls below average on all four measurements: legs, shoulders, hips, and head room. Trunk volume is smaller than average with 11.8 - 14.3 cu. ft.
Trim | 2017 Clarity Electric | 2017 Clarity Fuel Cell |
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Starging MSRP | $36,620 | $58,490 |
Engine | Electric Motor | |
HP | - | - |
Drivetrain | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
Electric City Range | 96.7 ml. | |
Electric Highway Range | 78.9 ml. | |
Electric Combined Range | 89 ml. | |
City | 126 MPGe | - |
Highway | 103 MPGe | - |
Combined | 114 MPGe | - |
Annual Fuel Cost | $650 | - |
2017 Clarity Sedan comes in two trim levels, with an average price that is $12,122 more compared to its rivals.
Customers have filed four complaints, which is less than the average for its rivals. There are also three recalls issued by Honda, which by itself is a relatively low number.