Honda Fit EV Gen 1 vs Clarity Electric Electric

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General Info

Both vehicles have been discontinued and were never available for sale in Europe.

The Honda Fit EV (2013-2015) is a Hatchback, whereas the Honda Clarity Electric (2017-2019) is a Sedan.

Property Honda Fit EV Gen 1 Honda Clarity Electric
Years of Production 2013-2015 2017-2019
Current Status Discontinued Discontinued
Country of Manufacture USA Japan
Body Style Hatchback Sedan
Market Availability USA USA
GCC Score 4 4.2

Range and Efficiency

While the Honda Clarity Electric (2017-2019) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Honda Fit EV (2013-2015).

Property Honda Fit EV Gen 1 Honda Clarity Electric
Range (EPA) 132 km 143 km
Range (GCC) 125 km 136 km
Battery Capacity (Nominal) 20 kWh 25.5 kWh
Battery Capacity (Usable) 19 kWh 24.2 kWh
Efficiency per 100 km 15.2 kWh/100 km 17.8 kWh/100 km
Efficiency per kWh 6.58 km/kWh 5.62 km/kWh
Range and Efficiency Score 5.4 4.7

Charging

Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.

The Honda Fit EV (2013-2015) has no DC fast charging capability, whereas the Honda Clarity Electric (2017-2019) can charge at up to 50 kW.

Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 6.6 kW.

Property Honda Fit EV Gen 1 Honda Clarity Electric
Max Charging Power (AC) 6.6 kW 6.6 kW
Max Charging Power (DC) - Max Charging Power (DC) 50 kW
Architecture 400 V 400 V
Charge Port Type 1 (J1772) CCS Type 1
Charging Score 2.7 3.4

Performance

Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.

Although the Honda Clarity Electric (2017-2019) has more power, the Honda Fit EV (2013-2015) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.

Property Honda Fit EV Gen 1 Honda Clarity Electric
Drive Type FWD FWD
Motor Type PMSM PMSM
Motor Power (kW) 92 kW 120 kW
Motor Power (hp) 123 hp 161 hp
Motor Torque 256 Nm 300 Nm
0-100 km/h 8.4 s 9.6 s
Top Speed 140 km/h 161 km/h
Performance Score 2.7 3

Dimensions

The Honda Clarity Electric (2017-2019) boasts a more extended wheelbase.

Property Honda Fit EV Gen 1 Honda Clarity Electric
Length 4105 mm 4895 mm
Width (with Mirrors) 1694 mm 1877 mm
Height 1524 mm 1478 mm
Wheelbase 2499 mm 2751 mm

Cargo and Towing

Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).

Neither vehicle is officially rated for towing in in the EU.

Property Honda Fit EV Gen 1 Honda Clarity Electric
Number of Seats 5 5
Curb Weight 1475 kg 1825 kg
Cargo Volume (Trunk) 340 l 405 l
Cargo Volume (Frunk) - Cargo Volume (Frunk) - Cargo Volume (Frunk)
Towing Capacity - Towing Capacity - Towing Capacity
Cargo and Towing Score 4 4.9
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