Honda Clarity Electric vs Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 2
Side-by-side comparison of all specifications in metric units (km, kg). To see imperial units (mi, lb), switch website version to USA
General Info
Since both vehicles have been discontinued, they are now only available on the used car market. You can get the Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 2 (2019-2022) for as low as €20949, 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 Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 2 (2019-2022) is a Liftback.
| Property | Honda Clarity Electric | Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2017-2019 | 2019-2022 |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | Japan | South Korea |
| Body Style | Sedan | Liftback |
| Available in the USA | Yes | Yes |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €20949 |
| GCC Score | 4.2 | 5 |
Range and Efficiency
The Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 2 (2019-2022) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Honda Clarity Electric (2017-2019).
| Property | Honda Clarity Electric | Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 143 km | 274 km |
| Range (WLTP) | - Range (WLTP) | 311 km |
| Range (GCC) | 136 km | 262 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 25.5 kWh | 40.4 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 24.2 kWh | 38.3 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 17.8 kWh/100 km | 14.6 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.62 km/kWh | 6.84 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 4.6 | 6.4 |
Charging
| Property | Honda Clarity Electric | Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 6.6 kW | 7.2 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 50 kW | 44 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 1 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 3.4 | 3.9 |
Performance
| Property | Honda Clarity Electric | Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | 1 motor: PMSM | 1 motor: PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 120 kW | 100 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 161 hp | 134 hp |
| Motor Torque | 300 Nm | 295 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 9.6 s | 9.7 s |
| Top Speed | 161 km/h | 165 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3 | 2.9 |
Dimensions
| Property | Honda Clarity Electric | Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4895 mm | 4470 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 1877 mm | 2045 mm |
| Height | 1478 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2751 mm | 2700 mm |
Cargo and Towing
| Property | Honda Clarity Electric | Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1825 kg | 1602 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 405 l | 357 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | - Cargo Volume (Max) | 1417 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 4.9 | 4.2 |
