Electric
2017 Honda Clarity EV
The 2017 Honda Clarity EV is an all-electric sedan. Its electric drivetrain produces 161 hp (120 kW), with a quoted range of 89 miles (143 km), and it has front-wheel drive. 0–60 mph takes 7.8 seconds and top speed is 89 mph (143 km/h).
SPECS
| Make | Honda | Model | Clarity EV |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year | 2017 | Version / Trim | Honda 2017 Clarity EV |
| Body Style | Sedan | Doors | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | Ext. Colour | Platinum White Pearl, Crystal Black Pearl, Lunar Silver Metallic, Modern Steel Metallic, Crimson Pearl |
| Steering | LHD / RHD | Manufactured In | Japan |
| Drive | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Transmission | Automatic (A1) |
| Motor | Electric Motor | ||
| Power | 161 hp / 120 kW | Torque | 290 Nm / 214 lb-ft |
| 0–60 mph (0–97 km/h) | 7.8 sec | Top Speed | 89 mph (143 km/h) |
| Range / Economy | 30.0 MPGe combined | ||
| Electric Range | 89 miles (143 km) | Max Charge Rate | — |
| Wheelbase | — | Kerb Weight | 1,624 kg (3,580 lb) |
HOW IT COMPARES WITH OTHER 2017 SEDANS
Compared with other 2017 sedans in our database, its 161 hp is 39% less than the average 2017 sedan (265 hp), and it reaches 60 mph 1.3 seconds slower than average.
| 2017 Honda Clarity EV | Average 2017 sedans | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power | 161 hp | 265 hp (112 cars) | -39% |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 348 Nm (112 cars) | -17% |
| 0–60 mph | 7.8 s | 6.5 s (109 cars) | +21% |
| Top speed | 89 mph | 137 mph (109 cars) | -35% |
| Kerb weight | 1,624 kg | 1,584 kg (125 cars) | +3% |
Averages are calculated from all cars of the same model year and body type in the CarDetails.org database that have the figure listed. For 0–60 mph, a negative difference means quicker.
CLOSEST RIVALS
Other 2017 sedans with similar power to the 2017 Honda Clarity EV.
| Car | Power | 0–60 mph | Kerb weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 Honda Clarity EV | 161 hp | 7.8 s | 1,624 kg |
| 2017 BAIC EU5 R600 | 163 hp | 8.5 s | 1,480 kg |
| 2017 Chery Arrizo 5 1.5T | 156 hp | 9.5 s | 1,310 kg |
| 2017 Mazda 6 | 166 hp | 7.8 s | 1,415 kg |
| 2017 Lexus IS 200t | 153 hp | 7.0 s | 1,620 kg |
FEATURES
Air Conditioning
Dual-Zone Climate Control
Heated Front Seats
Leather Seats
Power Front Seats
Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
Wireless Phone Charging
Navigation System
Digital Instrument Cluster
Premium Audio
ABS
Electronic Stability Control
Traction Control
Airbags (Multiple)
Automatic Emergency Braking
Blind Spot Monitor
Lane Departure Warning
Adaptive Cruise Control
Reverse Camera
Rear Parking Sensors
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Alloy Wheels
LED Headlights
Fog Lights
Keyless Entry
Push-Button Start