Toyota Prius Prime vs. Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid
When comparing the Toyota Prius Prime to the Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid, the Toyota Prius Prime has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, fuel efficiency and interior volume. 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. Based on this comparison of the Toyota Prius Prime versus the Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid, the Toyota Prius Prime is a better car than the Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid.
Toyota Prius Prime versus Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid Pricing
A one- to five-year-old used Toyota Prius Prime ranges from $24,852 to $34,479 while a used Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid from the same model year range is priced between $24,600 to $32,411. For a new model, the Toyota Prius Prime's price is between $28,106 and $35,997, with the Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid priced between $33,395 and $38,000.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Toyota Prius Prime’s base engine makes 121 horsepower, and the Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid base engine makes 212 horsepower. The Prius Prime is rated to deliver an average of 54 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 629 miles. The Clarity Plug-In Hybrid is rated to deliver an average of 42 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 327 miles. Both models use electricity, regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are hybrid midsize cars, the Toyota Prius Prime has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front leg room, rear head room, and trunk space. The Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$28,106 - $35,997
Used Asking Price:
$24,852 - $34,479
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
40.5%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$33,395 - $38,000
Used Asking Price:
$24,600 - $32,411
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
45.7%
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.1 / 10
Reliability:
5.7 / 10
Retained Value:
8.5 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.9 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Rankings
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4 out of / 8Ranking
7 out of / 23Ranking
7 out of / 23Ranking
13 out of / 23iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 23Summary Review
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Summary Review
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Plug-In Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Plug-In Hybrid
Trim Levels
LE, Limited, XLE
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
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
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:
121 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
Not yet available
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.036 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
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:
1.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
55 / 53 / 54
Range (city/hwy):
652 / 629 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity, 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
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53 inches
Cargo Space:
19.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
111.3 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:
3365 lbs
Width:
69.3 inches
Height:
57.9 inches
Length:
182.9 inches
Wheelbase:
106.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.8 inches
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:
15.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
P195/65R15
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/45R18
