Global EV Comparison: Honda Clarity Electric vs Tesla Model S Performance
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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 Tesla Model S Performance (2020-2021) for as low as €52990, 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 Tesla Model S Performance (2020-2021) is a Liftback.
| Property | Honda Clarity Electric | Tesla Model S Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2017-2019 | 2020-2021 |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | Japan | Netherlands, USA |
| Body Style | Sedan | Liftback |
| Market Availability | USA | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €52990 |
| GCC Score | 4.2 | 7.8 |
Range and Efficiency
The Tesla Model S Performance (2020-2021) 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 | Tesla Model S Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 143 km | 623 km |
| Range (WLTP) | - Range (WLTP) | 639 km |
| Range (GCC) | 136 km | 568 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 25.5 kWh | 103 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 24.2 kWh | 98 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 17.8 kWh/100 km | 17.3 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.62 km/kWh | 5.8 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 4.6 | 8.9 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Tesla Model S Performance (2020-2021) 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 Model S Performance (2020-2021) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 16.5 kW, whereas the Honda Clarity Electric (2017-2019) is limited to 6.6 kW.
| Property | Honda Clarity Electric | Tesla Model S Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 6.6 kW | 16.5 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 50 kW | 250 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 1 | Tesla Type 2 (Mennekes) |
| Charging Score | 3.4 | 8 |
Performance
The Honda Clarity Electric (2017-2019) is front-wheel drive, while the Tesla Model S Performance (2020-2021) offers an all-wheel drive system.
The Tesla Model S Performance (2020-2021) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Honda Clarity Electric | Tesla Model S Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 120 kW | 580 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 161 hp | 778 hp |
| Motor Torque | 300 Nm | 1140 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 9.6 s | 2.5 s |
| Top Speed | 161 km/h | 261 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.1 | 8.1 |
Dimensions
The Tesla Model S Performance (2020-2021) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Honda Clarity Electric | Tesla Model S Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4895 mm | 4970 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 1877 mm | 2189 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | - Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1964 mm |
| Height | 1478 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2751 mm | 2960 mm |
Cargo and Towing
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Tesla Model S Performance (2020-2021), but the Honda Clarity Electric (2017-2019) doesn’t have one.
Neither vehicle is officially rated for towing in in the EU.
| Property | Honda Clarity Electric | Tesla Model S Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1825 kg | 2316 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 405 l | 745 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | - Cargo Volume (Max) | 1645 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 60 l |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 4.9 | 5.5 |
