Electric
2018 Honda Clarity EV
The 2018 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 | 2018 | Version / Trim | Honda 2018 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 | 29.5354 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 2018 SEDANS
Compared with other 2018 sedans in our database, its 161 hp is 43% less than the average 2018 sedan (284 hp), and it reaches 60 mph 1.6 seconds slower than average.
| 2018 Honda Clarity EV | Average 2018 sedans | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power | 161 hp | 284 hp (92 cars) | -43% |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 391 Nm (92 cars) | -26% |
| 0–60 mph | 7.8 s | 6.2 s (93 cars) | +26% |
| Top speed | 89 mph | 141 mph (93 cars) | -37% |
| Kerb weight | 1,624 kg | 1,617 kg (100 cars) | — |
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 2018 sedans with similar power to the 2018 Honda Clarity EV.
| Car | Power | 0–60 mph | Kerb weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 Honda Clarity EV | 161 hp | 7.8 s | 1,624 kg |
| 2018 BAIC EU5 R600 | 163 hp | 8.5 s | 1,480 kg |
| 2018 Chery Arrizo 5 1.5T | 156 hp | 9.5 s | 1,310 kg |
| 2018 Subaru Impreza 4-Door | 152 hp | 8.5 s | 1,310 kg |
| 2018 BMW i3 (94Ah) | 170 hp | 7.2 s | 1,195 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