Honda Accord Hybrid vs. Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Honda Accord Hybrid and Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Honda Accord Hybrid and the Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid.

When comparing the Honda Accord Hybrid's and the Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid's specifications and ratings, the Honda Accord Hybrid has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency, resale value and interior volume. The Honda Accord Hybrid and Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid have the same base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Honda Accord Hybrid's and the Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid's specifications and ratings, the Honda Accord Hybrid is a better car than the Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid.

Pricing: A used 2021 Honda Accord Hybrid ranges from $18,998 to $30,272 while a used 2021 Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid is priced between $19,271 to $29,230.

Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Honda Accord Hybrid loses 40.7 percent of its value and the Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid loses 42 percent of its value. This means the Honda Accord Hybrid retains 1.3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the base engine of both the Honda Accord Hybrid and the Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid makes 212 horsepower. The Accord Hybrid is rated to deliver an average of 48 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 614 miles. The Clarity Plug-In Hybrid is rated to deliver an average of 42 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 327 miles. This gives the Honda Accord Hybrid the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid. The Accord Hybrid uses regular unleaded, and the Clarity Plug-In Hybrid uses electricity, regular unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison: While both models are hybrid midsize cars, the Honda Accord Hybrid has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front leg room, rear head room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room and rear shoulder room.

Safety Ratings: The Honda Accord Hybrid has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.

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New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

-

Starting MSRP:

26570

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Hybrid Midsize Cars)

28748

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Hybrid Midsize Cars)

26570 - 33400

New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

-

Starting MSRP:

33400

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Hybrid Midsize Cars)

28748

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Hybrid Midsize Cars)

26570 - 33400

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

25146

Price Range:

18998 - 30272

Category Avg Price:
(Hybrid Midsize Cars)

23640

Category Avg Price Range:
(Hybrid Midsize Cars)

20329 - 25146

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

113

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

80904

# Good or Great Deals:

50

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

24162

Price Range:

19271 - 29230

Category Avg Price:
(Hybrid Midsize Cars)

23640

Category Avg Price Range:
(Hybrid Midsize Cars)

20329 - 25146

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

17

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

60898

# Good or Great Deals:

7

Honda Accord Hybrid Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.1 / 10

Reliability:

8.0 / 10

Retained Value:

8.4 / 10

Safety:

8.0 / 10

Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

Not available

Reliability:

Not available

Retained Value:

8.3 / 10

Safety:

Not available



iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Honda Accord Hybrid

Remaining Life Expectancy (years):

8.2

Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Hybrid Midsize Cars)

8.2

Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Hybrid Midsize Cars)

4.8 - 10.3

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

0.264

iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid

Remaining Life Expectancy (years):

Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Hybrid Midsize Cars)

8.2

Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Hybrid Midsize Cars)

4.8 - 10.3

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:



Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

7.869032315562532

Typical Category Recalls:
(Hybrid Midsize Cars)

3.1

Category Range for Recalls:
(Hybrid Midsize Cars)

1.3 - 7.9

Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

3.8356835269223266

Typical Category Recalls:
(Hybrid Midsize Cars)

3.1

Category Range for Recalls:
(Hybrid Midsize Cars)

1.3 - 7.9

Honda Accord Hybrid Rankings

Hybrid Cars with the Most Legroom

1 / 22

Best Hybrid Cars Under $35k

1 / 5

Hybrid Midsize Cars with the Most Legroom

1 / 5

Most Reliable Hybrid Cars Under $35k

1 / 5

Best Hybrid Midsize Cars Under $35k

1 / 2

Most Reliable Hybrid Midsize Cars Under $35k

1 / 2

Best Family Hybrid Midsize Cars

2 / 5

Best Hybrid Midsize Cars

2 / 5

Most Reliable Hybrid Cars

3 / 22

Best Hybrid Cars for the Money

3 / 14

Hybrid Midsize Cars with Best Resale Value

3 / 5

Most Affordable Hybrid Midsize Cars

3 / 3

Best Family Hybrid Cars

4 / 22

Hybrid Midsize Cars with the Most Horsepower

4 / 5

Most Comfortable Hybrid Midsize Cars

4 / 5

Best Hybrid Cars

5 / 22

Best Hybrid Midsize Cars for Tall People

5 / 5

Safest Hybrid Cars

6 / 22

Most Affordable Hybrid Cars

8 / 14

Best Gas Mileage Hybrid Cars

9 / 22

Hybrid Cars with Best Resale Value

12 / 22

Hybrid Cars with the Most Horsepower

12 / 22

Most Comfortable Hybrid Cars

20 / 22

Best Hybrid Cars for Tall People

21 / 22

Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid Rankings

Best Hybrid Midsize Cars for Tall People

2 / 5

Hybrid Midsize Cars with the Most Horsepower

2 / 5

Best Plug-in Hybrid Cars (PHEV) for Tall People

3 / 6

Plug-in Hybrid Cars (PHEV) with Best Resale Value

3 / 6

Hybrid Midsize Cars with Best Resale Value

4 / 5

Plug-in Hybrid Cars (PHEV) with the Most Horsepower

5 / 6

Best Hybrid Cars for Tall People

8 / 22

Hybrid Cars with the Most Horsepower

10 / 22

Hybrid Cars with Best Resale Value

13 / 22

Available Body Styles

Sedan

Available Body Styles

Sedan

Available Drivetrain Options

Hybrid

Available Drivetrain Options

Plug-In Hybrid

Honda Accord Hybrid Trim Levels

Base, EX, EX-L, Touring

Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid Trim Levels

Base, Touring

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

3 years / 36000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain:

5 years / 60000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

3 years / 36000 miles

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

3 years / 36000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain:

5 years / 60000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

3 years / 36000 miles

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

5 out of 5 Stars

2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:

5 out of 5 Stars

2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

5 out of 5 Stars

2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:

5 out of 5 Stars

2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:

5 out of 5 Stars

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

Not yet available

2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:

Not yet available

2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

Not yet available

2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:

Not yet available

2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:

Not yet available

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specs

Horsepower:

212 hp @ 6200 rpm

Torque:

Not yet available

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.064 hp per pound

Base Drivetrain Specs

Horsepower:

212 hp @ 5500 rpm

Torque:

Not yet available

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.052 hp per pound

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

2 liters

Engine Configuration:

Inline

Number of Cylinders:

4

Transmission:

Automatic

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

FWD

EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):


48 / 48 / 48

Range (city/hwy):

614 / 614 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

1.5 liters

Engine Configuration:

Inline

Number of Cylinders:

4

Transmission:

Automatic

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

FWD

EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):


44 / 40 / 42

Range (city/hwy):

355 / 327 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Electricity, Regular Unleaded

Standard/Optional Features

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Standard

Alloy wheels:

Standard

Android Auto:

Standard

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Bench Seats:

Standard

Bluetooth:

Standard

Internet Radio:

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Power outlet:

Standard

Roadside assistance:

Standard

Voice Recognition:

Standard

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Available

Heated Seats

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Parking Sensors:

Available

Satellite radio:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Wifi:

Available

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Available

Air Suspension:

N/A

Automatic Parking:

N/A

Captain's seat:

N/A

Front Bench Seats:

N/A

Massage Seats:

N/A

Paddle Shifters:

N/A

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

Power Lift Gate:

N/A

Quad Seats:

N/A

Roof Rack:

N/A

Trailer Hitch:

N/A

Standard/Optional Features

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Standard

Alloy wheels:

Standard

Android Auto:

Standard

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Bench Seats:

Standard

Bluetooth:

Standard

Internet Radio:

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Power outlet:

Standard

Roadside assistance:

Standard

Voice Recognition:

Standard

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

N/A

Heated Seats

Standard

Heated Steering Wheel:

N/A

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Parking Sensors:

Available

Satellite radio:

Standard

Sunroof/Moonroof:

N/A

Wifi:

N/A

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

N/A

Air Suspension:

N/A

Automatic Parking:

N/A

Captain's seat:

N/A

Front Bench Seats:

N/A

Massage Seats:

N/A

Paddle Shifters:

N/A

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

Power Lift Gate:

N/A

Quad Seats:

N/A

Roof Rack:

N/A

Trailer Hitch:

N/A

Safety Features

Backup camera:

Standard

Driver Attention Monitoring:

Standard

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

Standard

Lane Keeping Assist:

Standard

Pedestrian Detection:

Standard

Rear Seat Reminder:

Standard

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Available

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Available

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Safety Features

Backup camera:

Standard

Driver Attention Monitoring:

N/A

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

Standard

Lane Keeping Assist:

Standard

Pedestrian Detection:

Standard

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Standard

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

N/A

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

39.5 inches

Front Leg Room:

42.3 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

58.3 inches

Rear Head Room:

37.3 inches

Rear Leg Room:

40.4 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

56.5 inches

Cargo Space:

16.7 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

105.6 cubic feet

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

39.1 inches

Front Leg Room:

42.2 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

59.7 inches

Rear Head Room:

37.1 inches

Rear Leg Room:

36.2 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

57.3 inches

Cargo Space:

15.5 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

101.5 cubic feet

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

3326 lbs

Width:

73.3 inches

Height:

57.1 inches

Length:

196.1 inches

Wheelbase:

111.4 inches

Ground Clearance:

Not yet available

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

4052 lbs

Width:

73.9 inches

Height:

58.2 inches

Length:

192.7 inches

Wheelbase:

108.3 inches

Ground Clearance:

5.3 inches

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

17.0 x 7.5 inches

Wheel Type:

polished aluminum alloy

Tire Size:

225/50R17

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

18.0 x 8.0 inches

Wheel Type:

aluminum alloy

Tire Size:

235/45R18

Exterior Colors

Black

Crystal Black Pearl

Gray

Modern Steel Metallic

Red

Radiant Red Metallic

Silver

Lunar Silver Metallic

White

Platinum White Pearl

Exterior Colors

Black

Crystal Black Pearl

Gray

Modern Steel Metallic

Red

Crimson Pearl

Silver

Solar Silver Metallic

White

Platinum White Pearl

Interior Colors

Beige

Ivory

Black

Black

Interior Colors

Beige

Beige

Black

Black

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