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2020 Honda Clarity Fuel Cell Electric

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Rating7.0

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Midsize Electric Sedan
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$58,490
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on February 3, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Excellent driving range

Only sold in California

The 2020 model gets heated side mirrors as standard

Smooth and linear driving dynamics

Dull acceleration from the motor

Airy and practical interiors

Dated infotainment

Specs & Features

$58,490

price

174 hp @ 4501 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 2020 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 360 miles of range.

Buying Advice

Only sold in California, the 2020 Honda Clarity Fuel Cell might appeal to those who need a car for daily chores. Premium features like leather-trimmed front seats with heating function, Honda’s safety sensing technology, Adaptive cruise control, etc are standard as Clarity doesn’t offer much in options.

Trims

    Base
    $58,490 onwards
    • Engine: electric FWD 1A
    • Horsepower: 174 hp @ 4501 rpm hp
    • Torque: 221 lb.-ft. @ 3500 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 8.1 sec
    • Top Speed: 105 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 68 mpg

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7.0
2020 Honda Clarity Fuel Cell Electric

Price

$58,490

Engine

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Rating

7.03

Horsepower

174 hp @ 4501 rpm

Torque

221 lb.-ft. @ 3500 rpm

Capacity

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2020 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
    		3.7 sec11.9 sec155 mph
    		10.02 sec--
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    2020 Honda Clarity Fuel Cell Electric vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      		SourceCompare
      		68 mpg67 mpg68 mpg8.7 gal.591.60/582.90 mi.
      		121 mpg112 mpg117 mpg--
      		66 mpg66 mpg66 mpg32.3 gal.2131.80/2131.80 mi.

      2020 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.-108.3 in.
        		196 in.77.3 in.56.9 in.4.6 in.116.5 in.
        		192.5 in.71.5 in.60.5 in.5.1 in.109.5 in.

        2020 Aston Martin Rapide E Electric

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        		63.5 in.76 in.53.1 in.-117.7 in.

        2020 Honda Clarity Fuel Cell Electric vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          		SourceCompare
          		11.8 cu.ft.101.5 cu.ft.11.8 cu.ft.
          		26.3 cu.ft.94 cu.ft.58.1 cu.ft.
          		12.8 cu.ft.85.7 cu.ft.12.8 cu.ft.

          2020 Honda Clarity Fuel Cell Electric vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            		SourceCompare
            		14.8 cu.ft.11.8 cu.ft.11.8 cu.ft.
            		58.1 cu.ft.26.3 cu.ft.58.1 cu.ft.
            		12.8 cu.ft.12.8 cu.ft.12.8 cu.ft.

            2020 Honda Clarity Fuel Cell Electric vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              		SourceCompare
              		904 lbs.4134 lbs.
              		1056 lbs.4883 lbs.
              		690 lbs.4075 lbs.

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