Chevrolet Volt vs Honda Clarity Hybrid Plug-In
Overview | |
Years produced2011-2019 | Years produced2018-2021 |
MSRP$33,170 | MSRP$33,400 |
Listings599 | Listings299 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.0 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.0 out of 10 |
Reviews SummaryCompromises are inherently dissatisfying, but the redesigned 2016 Chevrolet Volt represents a rare exception to this rule. The Volt provides half the range of a traditional electric car and returns fewer miles per gallon than a Toyota Prius. This compromise, however, is brilliant, because the Volt’s special powertrain allows for electric mobility the majority of the time while completely eliminating a phenomenon known as “range anxiety.” | |
Reviews SummaryIf you’ve never heard of the Honda Clarity before, let alone seen one, don’t worry. You’re not alone. Up till now, the Clarity has been a production fuel-cell car sold to a handful of Californians. Now, though, a new 50-state version of the Clarity debuts, equipped with a plug-in hybrid powertrain that supplies 47 miles of electric driving coupled with another 293 miles of gas-powered driving range. Plus, it has genuine room inside for five people and a fairly big trunk. Want to learn more? Read on. | |
Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine1.5L 149 hp I4 Hybrid | Engine1.5L 212 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
EV Battery Capacity18 kWh | EV Battery Capacity17 kWh |
MPG City113 | MPG City44 |
MPG Highway99 | MPG Highway40 |
Battery Charge Time (120V) | Battery Charge Time (120V)12 hours |
Battery Charge Time (240V)4.5 hours | Battery Charge Time (240V)2.5 hours |
Engine | |
Engine Name1.5L 149 hp I4 Hybrid | Engine Name1.5L 212 hp I4 Hybrid |
Battery Charge Time (120V) | Battery Charge Time (120V)12 hours |
Battery Charge Time (240V)4.5 hours | Battery Charge Time (240V)2.5 hours |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity18 kWh | EV Battery Capacity17 kWh |
MPG City113 | MPG City44 |
MPG Highway99 | MPG Highway40 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space10.6 cu ft | Cargo Space15.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight3543 lbs | Curb Weight4052 lbs |
Height56.4 in | Height58.2 in |
Length180.4 in | Length192.7 in |
Width71.2 in | Width73.9 in |
Wheelbase106.1 in | Wheelbase108.3 in |
Maximum Payload | Maximum Payload913 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2011-2019 | 2018-2021 |
MSRP | $33,170 | $33,400 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 8.0 out of 10Read full review | 8.0 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | ||
Summary | Compromises are inherently dissatisfying, but the redesigned 2016 Chevrolet Volt represents a rare exception to this rule. The Volt provides half the range of a traditional electric car and returns fewer miles per gallon than a Toyota Prius. This compromise, however, is brilliant, because the Volt’s special powertrain allows for electric mobility the majority of the time while completely eliminating a phenomenon known as “range anxiety.” | If you’ve never heard of the Honda Clarity before, let alone seen one, don’t worry. You’re not alone. Up till now, the Clarity has been a production fuel-cell car sold to a handful of Californians. Now, though, a new 50-state version of the Clarity debuts, equipped with a plug-in hybrid powertrain that supplies 47 miles of electric driving coupled with another 293 miles of gas-powered driving range. Plus, it has genuine room inside for five people and a fairly big trunk. Want to learn more? Read on. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 1.5L 149 hp I4 Hybrid | 1.5L 212 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
EV Battery Capacity | 18 kWh | 17 kWh |
MPG City | 113 | 44 |
MPG Highway | 99 | 40 |
Battery Charge Time (120V) | 12 hours | |
Battery Charge Time (240V) | 4.5 hours | 2.5 hours |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 1.5L 149 hp I4 Hybrid | 1.5L 212 hp I4 Hybrid |
Battery Charge Time (120V) | 12 hours | |
Battery Charge Time (240V) | 4.5 hours | 2.5 hours |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 18 kWh | 17 kWh |
MPG City | 113 | 44 |
MPG Highway | 99 | 40 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 10.6 cu ft | 15.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3543 lbs | 4052 lbs |
Height | 56.4 in | 58.2 in |
Length | 180.4 in | 192.7 in |
Width | 71.2 in | 73.9 in |
Wheelbase | 106.1 in | 108.3 in |
Maximum Payload | 913 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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