Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid vs. Hyundai SONATA
When we compare the Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid's and the Hyundai SONATA's specifications and ratings, the Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and base engine power. The Hyundai SONATA has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, resale value and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid's and the Hyundai SONATA's specifications and ratings, the Hyundai SONATA is a better car than the Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid.
Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid vs. Hyundai SONATA Pricing
A used 2021 Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid ranges from $22,818 to $32,073 while a used 2021 Hyundai SONATA is priced between $17,976 to $28,899.
Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid vs. Hyundai SONATA Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid loses 45.7 percent of its value and the Hyundai SONATA loses 44.7 percent of its value. This means the Hyundai SONATA retains 1 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 Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid’s base engine makes 212 horsepower, and the Hyundai SONATA base engine makes 191 horsepower. The Clarity Plug-In Hybrid is rated to deliver an average of 42 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 327 miles. The SONATA is rated to deliver an average of 31 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 548 miles.This gives the Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Hyundai SONATA the advantage in maximum range. The Clarity Plug-In Hybrid uses electricity, regular unleaded, and the SONATA uses regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Hyundai SONATA, a midsize car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front leg room, rear head room, and cargo space. The Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid, a hybrid midsize car, has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Hyundai SONATA has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
22818 - 32073
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.456897
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
17976 - 28899
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.446811
Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.9 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Hyundai SONATA Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.139699 / 10
Reliability:
8.019096 / 10
Retained Value:
7.4 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 12Ranking
3 out of / 9Ranking
3 out of / 9Ranking
4 out of / 12Ranking
4 out of / 9Ranking
6 out of / 12Ranking
7 out of / 25Ranking
7 out of / 9Ranking
8 out of / 25Ranking
9 out of / 12Ranking
13 out of / 25Ranking
16 out of / 25Hyundai SONATA Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 4Ranking
2 out of / 13Ranking
2 out of / 13Ranking
3 out of / 13Ranking
4 out of / 13Ranking
5 out of / 13Ranking
6 out of / 13Ranking
6 out of / 13Ranking
6 out of / 9Ranking
6 out of / 6Ranking
8 out of / 13Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Plug-In Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid Trim Levels
Base, Touring
Hyundai SONATA Trim Levels
Limited, N Line, SE, SEL, SEL Plus
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:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
212 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
Not yet available
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.052 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
191 hp @ 6100 rpm
Torque:
181 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.061 hp per pound
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
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
27 / 37 / 31
Range (city/hwy):
400 / 548 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
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
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40 inches
Front Leg Room:
46.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.1 inches
Cargo Space:
16.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
104.4 cubic feet
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3120 lbs
Width:
73.2 inches
Height:
56.9 inches
Length:
192.9 inches
Wheelbase:
111.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/45R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P205/65R16