Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid vs. Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid and Kia Niro 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 Clarity Plug-In Hybrid and the 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 and base engine power. The Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, resale value 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 Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid is a better car than the Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid.
Pricing: A used 2021 Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid ranges from $19,996 to $28,997 while a used 2021 Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid is priced between $21,984 to $30,017.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid loses 43.6 percent of its value and the Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid loses 41.8 percent of its value. This means the Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid retains 1.9 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 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.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$33,400
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Hybrid Midsize Cars)
$28,642
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Hybrid Midsize Cars)
$26,570 - $33,400
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$29,590
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Hybrid Subcompact SUVs)
$33,044
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Hybrid Subcompact SUVs)
$24,690 - $41,500
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$24,990
Price Range:
$19,996 - $28,997
Category Avg Price:
(Hybrid Midsize Cars)
$25,874
Category Avg Price Range:
(Hybrid Midsize Cars)
$23,454 - $27,295
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
22
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
55,650
# Good or Great Deals:
3
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$25,851
Price Range:
$21,984 - $30,017
Category Avg Price:
(Hybrid Subcompact SUVs)
$26,228
Category Avg Price Range:
(Hybrid Subcompact SUVs)
$22,361 - $30,473
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
9
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
38,151
# Good or Great Deals:
6
Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.5 / 10
Reliability:
7.1 / 10
Retained Value:
7.9 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Hybrid Midsize Cars)
9.8
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Hybrid Midsize Cars)
7.2 - 9.9
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Hybrid Subcompact SUVs)
8.3
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Hybrid Subcompact SUVs)
8.1 - 8.5
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
5
Typical Category Recalls:
(Hybrid Midsize Cars)
2.6
Category Range for Recalls:
(Hybrid Midsize Cars)
1.5 - 10.7
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.9
Typical Category Recalls:
(Hybrid Subcompact SUVs)
3.1
Category Range for Recalls:
(Hybrid Subcompact SUVs)
2.9 - 8.1
Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 11Ranking
3 out of / 11Ranking
3 out of / 10Ranking
4 out of / 10Ranking
4 out of / 10Ranking
4 out of / 10Ranking
5 out of / 11Ranking
6 out of / 11Ranking
7 out of / 25Ranking
7 out of / 10Ranking
8 out of / 25Ranking
9 out of / 11Ranking
12 out of / 25Ranking
12 out of / 25Ranking
16 out of / 25Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 15Ranking
1 out of / 5Ranking
1 out of / 5Ranking
1 out of / 1Ranking
1 out of / 1Ranking
1 out of / 1Ranking
1 out of / 1Ranking
1 out of / 1Ranking
1 out of / 1Ranking
1 out of / 1Ranking
1 out of / 1Ranking
2 out of / 16Ranking
2 out of / 5Ranking
2 out of / 5Ranking
2 out of / 5Ranking
2 out of / 5Ranking
2 out of / 5Ranking
2 out of / 5Ranking
2 out of / 5Ranking
2 out of / 5Ranking
2 out of / 5Ranking
2 out of / 5Ranking
3 out of / 5Ranking
3 out of / 5Ranking
3 out of / 5Ranking
3 out of / 5Ranking
4 out of / 5Ranking
5 out of / 16Ranking
6 out of / 16Ranking
6 out of / 16Ranking
7 out of / 16Ranking
7 out of / 16Ranking
8 out of / 30Ranking
8 out of / 27Ranking
8 out of / 26Ranking
9 out of / 32Ranking
9 out of / 27Ranking
9 out of / 27Ranking
10 out of / 32Ranking
10 out of / 32Ranking
10 out of / 27Ranking
11 out of / 27Ranking
12 out of / 32Ranking
12 out of / 32Ranking
12 out of / 16Ranking
13 out of / 32Ranking
15 out of / 16Ranking
24 out of / 27Ranking
24 out of / 27Ranking
27 out of / 32Ranking
29 out of / 32Available 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
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
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 Specs
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
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Internet Radio:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
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
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Internet Radio:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
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 Features
Backup camera:
Standard
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
Exterior Colors
Black
Crystal Black Pearl
Gray
Modern Steel Metallic
Red
Crimson Pearl
Silver
Solar Silver Metallic
White
Platinum White Pearl
Blue
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Aurora Black Pearl
Gray
Platinum Graphite
Red
Runway Red
Silver
Silky Silver
White
Snow White Pearl
Blue
Deep Cerulean
Interior Colors
Beige
Beige
Black
Black
Gray
Not available
Interior Colors
Beige
Not available
Black
Charcoal
Gray
Light Gray/Electric Blue Accent
