Global EV Comparison: Honda Clarity Electric vs Mercedes EQC 400 4MATIC
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General Info
Since both vehicles have been discontinued, they are now only available on the used car market. You can get the Mercedes EQC 400 4MATIC (2019-2023) for as low as €32890, while the Honda Clarity Electric (2017-2019) was never offered for sale in Europe.
The Honda Clarity Electric (2017-2019) is a Sedan, whereas the Mercedes EQC 400 4MATIC (2019-2023) is a SUV.
| Property | Honda Clarity Electric | Mercedes EQC 400 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2017-2019 | 2019-2023 |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | Japan | Germany, China |
| Body Style | Sedan | SUV |
| Market Availability | USA | EU |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €32890 |
| GCC Score | 4.2 | 6.3 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Mercedes EQC 400 4MATIC (2019-2023) 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 | Mercedes EQC 400 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 143 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | - Range (WLTP) | 432 km |
| Range (GCC) | 136 km | 364 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 25.5 kWh | 85 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 24.2 kWh | 80 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 17.8 kWh/100 km | 22 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.62 km/kWh | 4.55 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 4.6 | 5.1 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Mercedes EQC 400 4MATIC (2019-2023) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 112 kW, while the Honda Clarity Electric (2017-2019) maxes out at 50 kW.
The Mercedes EQC 400 4MATIC (2019-2023) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Honda Clarity Electric (2017-2019) is limited to 6.6 kW.
| Property | Honda Clarity Electric | Mercedes EQC 400 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 6.6 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 50 kW | 112 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 1 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 3.4 | 5.8 |
Performance
The Honda Clarity Electric (2017-2019) is front-wheel drive, while the Mercedes EQC 400 4MATIC (2019-2023) offers an all-wheel drive system.
The Mercedes EQC 400 4MATIC (2019-2023) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Honda Clarity Electric | Mercedes EQC 400 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | IM (front), IM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 120 kW | 300 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 161 hp | 402 hp |
| Motor Torque | 300 Nm | 760 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 9.6 s | 5.1 s |
| Top Speed | 161 km/h | 180 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3 | 5.7 |
Dimensions
The Mercedes EQC 400 4MATIC (2019-2023) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Honda Clarity Electric | Mercedes EQC 400 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4895 mm | 4762 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 1877 mm | 2096 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | - Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1884 mm |
| Height | 1478 mm | 1624 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2751 mm | 2873 mm |
Cargo and Towing
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
The Mercedes EQC 400 4MATIC (2019-2023) has a towing capacity of up to 1800 kg, whereas the Honda Clarity Electric (2017-2019) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | Honda Clarity Electric | Mercedes EQC 400 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1825 kg | 2495 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 405 l | 500 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | - Cargo Volume (Max) | 1460 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | 1800 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 4.9 | 7 |
