USA EV Comparison: Honda Clarity Electric vs Tesla Roadster 2025
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General Info
The Tesla Roadster 2025 is announced, but not yet in production. The Honda Clarity Electric (2017-2019) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as on the used car market.
The Honda Clarity Electric (2017-2019) is a Sedan, whereas the Tesla Roadster 2025 is a Roadster.
| Property | Honda Clarity Electric | Tesla Roadster 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2017-2019 | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Announced |
| Country of Manufacture | Japan | USA |
| Body Style | Sedan | Roadster |
| Market Availability | USA | USA |
| Price USA (New) | - Price USA (New) | $200000 |
| GCC Score | 4.2 | 7.5 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Tesla Roadster 2025 offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Honda Clarity Electric (2017-2019).
| Property | Honda Clarity Electric | Tesla Roadster 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 89 mi | 620 mi |
| Range (GCC) | 85 mi | 589 mi |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 25.5 kWh | 200 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 24.2 kWh | 190 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 mi | 28.5 kWh/100 mi | 32.3 kWh/100 mi |
| Efficiency per kWh | 3.51 mi/kWh | 3.1 mi/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 4.6 | 8.6 |
Charging
The Tesla Roadster 2025 features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the Honda Clarity Electric (2017-2019) relies on a standard 400-volt system.
The Tesla Roadster 2025 offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 250 kW, while the Honda Clarity Electric (2017-2019) maxes out at 50 kW.
The Tesla Roadster 2025 features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11.5 kW, whereas the Honda Clarity Electric (2017-2019) is limited to 6.6 kW.
| Property | Honda Clarity Electric | Tesla Roadster 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 6.6 kW | 11.5 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 50 kW | 250 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 800 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 1 | Tesla (NACS) |
| Charging Score | 3.4 | 9.5 |
Performance
The Honda Clarity Electric (2017-2019) is front-wheel drive, while the Tesla Roadster 2025 offers an all-wheel drive system.
The Tesla Roadster 2025 boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 60 mph.
| Property | Honda Clarity Electric | Tesla Roadster 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM (front), 2 PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 120 kW | 1000 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 161 hp | 1341 hp |
| Motor Torque | 221 lb-ft | 1106 lb-ft |
| 0-60 mph | 9 s | 1.9 s |
| Top Speed | 100 mph | 250 mph |
| Performance Score | 3.1 | 8.8 |
Dimensions
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Honda Clarity Electric | Tesla Roadster 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 192.7 in | 165.4 in |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 73.9 in | - Width (with Mirrors) |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | - Width (w/o Mirrors) | 78.7 in |
| Height | 58.2 in | 47.2 in |
| Wheelbase | 108.3 in | 110.2 in |
Cargo and Towing
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
Neither vehicle is officially rated for towing in the US.
| Property | Honda Clarity Electric | Tesla Roadster 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 4 |
| Curb Weight | 4024 lb | 4409 lb |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 14.3 ft3 | 5.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 4.9 | 2.5 |
