Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid vs. Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid
When we compare the Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid's and the Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid's specifications and ratings, the Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, resale value and base engine power. The Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid's and the Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid's specifications and ratings, the Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid is a better car than the Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid.
Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid vs. Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid Pricing
A used 2021 Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid ranges from $22,818 to $32,073 while a used 2021 Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid is priced between $24,066 to $32,978.
Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid vs. Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid 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 Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid loses 48.6 percent of its value. This means the Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid retains 2.9 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Kia Niro 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 Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid base engine makes 139 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 Niro Plug-In Hybrid is rated to deliver an average of 46 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 528 miles. This gives the Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid. Both models use electricity, regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid, a hybrid SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, rear head room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid, a hybrid midsize car, has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room, front leg room and rear shoulder room.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
22818 - 32073
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.456897
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
24066 - 32978
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.486077
Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.9 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.35 / 10
Reliability:
7.1 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid Rankings
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16 out of / 25Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid Rankings
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27 out of / 30Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Plug-In Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Plug-In Hybrid
Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid Trim Levels
Base, Touring
Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid Trim Levels
EX, EX Premium, LXS
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 / 60000 miles
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):
Not yet available
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
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
139 hp @ 5700 rpm
Torque:
195 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.041 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
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:
1.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
48 / 44 / 46
Range (city/hwy):
573 / 528 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity, 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:
Available
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
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:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
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
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
101.5 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.2 inches
Cargo Space:
19.4 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
54.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
120.3 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:
3384 lbs
Width:
71.1 inches
Height:
60.8 inches
Length:
171.5 inches
Wheelbase:
106.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.3 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:
P205/60R16