2018 Honda Clarity Fuel Cell Electric

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$36,620
Starting Price 
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on December 21, 2022

ProsConsWhat's New

Superb driving range

Intrusive touchscreen

No major changes

Immersive ride quality

Limited availability

Well-designed interior with comfy seats

Dated exterior

Specs & Features

$36,620

price

161 hp @ 4000 rpm

horsepower

221 lb.-ft. @ 3500 rpm

torque

1-Speed Direct Drive

transmission

electric FWD 1A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

Hydrogen-powered vehicles have not been popular in the market. Their adoption was not mainstream, and operating them on a daily basis brings its own anxiety. However, they are not without benefits. These benefits are why cars such as the 2018 Honda Clarity Fuel Cell Sedan are still being sold. Operating in the midsize sedan, the Clarity Fuel Cell competes only with the Toyota Mirai Sedan. With a base price of MSRP $58,490, the Clarity Fuel Cell offers a standalone trim. Its hydrogen-powered electric engine produces 174 horsepower and has a torque output of 221 lb-ft from a 1-speed direct drive transmission sending power to the front wheels. This setup gets you an EPA rating of 68 combined and provides 366 miles of range.

Buying Advice

There is only one trim level of the Clarity Fuel Cell and it features most of the Honda's features as well. Adding extras is not recommended as it comes standard with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Honda Sensing suite, power-adjustable front seats, leather upholstery, a 12-speaker sound system, etc.

Trims

    Base
    $36,620 onwards
    • Dual 12.3-inch navigation/infotainment
    • Surround View Monitor and Blind View Monitor
    • Ventilated front seats and heated steering wheel

Compare to similar cars

Price

$36,620

Engine

electric

Rating

6.83

Horsepower

161 hp @ 4000 rpm

Torque

221 lb.-ft. @ 3500 rpm

Capacity

5

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387 lb.-ft.

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151 hp

247 lb.-ft.

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2018 Honda Clarity Fuel Cell Electric vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    8.1 sec16.4 sec105 mph
    4.2 sec12.8 sec155 mph
    10.02 sec--

    2018 Honda Clarity Fuel Cell Electric vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      69 mpg67 mpg68 mpg--
      102 mpg105 mpg104 mpg--
      66 mpg66 mpg66 mpg32.3 gal.2131.80/2131.80 mi.

      2018 Honda Clarity Fuel Cell Electric vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        192.7 in.73.9 in.58.2 in.5 in.108.3 in.
        196 in.77.3 in.56.5 in.4.6 in.116.5 in.
        192.5 in.71.5 in.60.5 in.5.1 in.109.4 in.

        2018 Honda Clarity Fuel Cell Electric vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          14.3 cu.ft.101.5 cu.ft.84.7 cu.ft.
          26.3 cu.ft.94 cu.ft.58.1 cu.ft.
          12.8 cu.ft.--

          2018 Honda Clarity Fuel Cell Electric vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            SourceCompare
            84.7 cu.ft.14.3 cu.ft.84.7 cu.ft.
            -12.8 cu.ft.-
            58.1 cu.ft.26.3 cu.ft.58.1 cu.ft.

            2018 Honda Clarity Fuel Cell Electric vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              904 lbs.4024 lbs.
              1085 lbs.4647 lbs.
              690 lbs.4075 lbs.

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              MPG Combined : 68 mpg

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