2021 Honda
Clarity Plug-in Hybrid
Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 1.5 L
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Overview
- Body
- Midsize CarsEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
- Drivetrain
- Front-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
- Transmission
- Automatic (variable gear ratios)EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
- Powertrain
- Plug-in HybridEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
- Fuel
- Regular Gas and ElectricityEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Engine & performance
- Axle ratio
- 3.42
- Cyl
- 4EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
- Aspiration
- Naturally aspiratedEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
- Start-stop system
- YesEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Efficiency
- MPG Hwy
- 40 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
- MPG City
- 44 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
- MPG Comb
- 42 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
- Fuel $/yr
- $1,500EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
- CO₂
- 57 g/miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
- Eco Score
- 10/10EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
- Smog score
- 8/10
- Elec. Range
- 340 miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
- Range per hour (240V)
- 155 mi/hr
- Recharge hrs
- 2.2EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
- Real-world MPG
- 70.8 mpg, reported by 1 driverabout 28.8 mpg above the EPA combined estimate
- SmartWay certified
- Yes
Dimensions & capacity
- Length
- 193 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
- Width
- 75 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
- Height
- 58 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
- Wheelbase
- 108 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
- Curb Weight
- 4,063 lbNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
- Pass. Vol
- 102 ft³EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
- Cargo Vol
- 16 ft³EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Safety NHTSA, model year
- Recalls
- 0
- Owner complaints
- 0
Federal investigations NHTSA defect investigations, model year
DP22005opened Jan 27, 2023ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM
Pedestrian alert sounds
Known issues manufacturer service bulletins, model year
2 service bulletins filed with NHTSA for this model year
Jan 29, 2022AIR BAGS:SRS MALFUNCTION WARNING LAMP/LIGHTA21100B
ServiceNews Article - There are several possible causes for the SRS DTC U3000-49 (Internal Failure of the SRS Unit) to be stored. If you can duplicate the DTC, the troubleshooting will take you through the step-by-step process in isolating the faulty component. In most situations, the SRS Unit should be last on the list of components to replace. Here is a quick tip for troubleshooting a faulty seat weight sensor.
Jul 6, 2021VISIBILITYONLO9V07062021
Owner Notification Letter - On some 2018-21 Clarity Plug-In Hybrid models, the A/C condenser may leak refrigerant. American Honda is extending the warranty on the A/C condenser to 10 years from the original date of purchase with unlimited miles. This warranty extension provides coverage for the original owner and any subsequent owners. No action is required on your part unless you experience a problem.
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).
Warranty manufacturer terms, by make
- Basic
- 3 yr / 36k mi
- Powertrain
- 5 yr / 60k mi
- Roadside assistance
- 3 yr / 36k mi
- EV battery
- 8 yr / 100k mi
Information is gathered on a best-effort basis from public sources, may be incomplete or out of date, and is not purchasing or financial advice. Verify with the manufacturer or dealer before buying.