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Honda Clarity

Honda Clarity — 4-door sedan. Explore engine specifications, fuel economy, dimensions, tire sizes, seating, maintenance and tire-pressure guidance.

About the Honda Clarity

Honda Clarity is a 4-door sedan in the mid-size car class. The guide brings together the vehicle information currently available for this model and a FF layout layout. Public source material describes the model in the context of its design, market positioning and vehicle history.

This guide is designed to answer practical questions about the Honda Clarity, including its specifications, engine, fuel economy, tires, maintenance and ownership details.

Honda Clarity specifications at a glance

Use this table for the model-level essentials. Exact figures may vary by year, trim, engine and market.

Make	Honda
Model	Clarity
Model years	Not specified
Body style	4-door sedan
Vehicle class	Mid-size car
Manufacturer	Honda
Production	2008–2014 (Honda FCX Clarity)2016–2021 (Honda Clarity)
Market / country	CA, FI, NL, UA, US

Engine, transmission and performance

The available source data does not identify a single engine configuration for every Honda Clarity variant.. The listed drivetrain/layout is FF layout.

Fuel type	2014; 59 mpg-e; 58 mpg-e
Drivetrain / layout	FF layout

Honda Clarity other specifications

Name	Honda Clarity
Image	File:Osaka Motor Show 2015 (202) – Honda CLARITY FUEL CELL.JPG
Caption	2015 Honda Clarity FCV

Honda Clarity generations and model years

Where a source covers multiple generations, CarCareTool selects the generation(s) that best match this catalog model instead of mixing unrelated variants.

Generation / scope	Years	Engine	Transmission	Drivetrain
Honda Clarity	2008–2014 (Honda FCX Clarity)2016–2021 (Honda Clarity)	Not specified	Not specified	FF layout

Honda Clarity features and equipment

Features shown below are tied to the available source material for this model. Equipment can vary by year, trim and market.

Standard or documented features

✓In November 2014, Honda unveiled the Clarity Fuel Cell concept in Japan

✓In November 2015, Honda unveiled the Clarity Fuel Cell at the 2015 Los Angeles Auto Show and announced a plug-in hybrid (PHEV) variant

✓In June 2021, Honda announced that production of the Clarity Plug-in Hybrid and Clarity Fuel Cell would end in August 2021 with Honda's Sayama plant scheduled to close in March 2022

✓transmission = Single-speed Honda direct drive system called e-CVT

TIRE PRESSURE

Recommended tire pressure for Honda Clarity

Check the vehicle placard or owner’s manual for the manufacturer’s cold inflation pressure. CarCareTool estimates are clearly labelled when an exact verified value is unavailable.

Normal load32 PSI front30 PSI rear

Fully loaded34 PSI front33 PSI rear

Load condition	Front	Rear	Status
Normal	32 PSI	30 PSI	Estimate
Fully loaded	34 PSI	33 PSI	Estimate

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Frequently asked questions about Honda Clarity

These FAQs are generated automatically for this specific vehicle from the specifications, features and ownership data available in CarCareTool. Questions are selected by relevance so the page focuses on details that can actually be answered for this model.

What tire pressure should I use for the Honda Clarity?

For the correct setting, use the cold inflation pressure on the vehicle placard or in the owner’s manual. When CarCareTool does not have a verified configuration-specific value, its starting estimate is 32 PSI front and 30 PSI rear for normal load. This is an estimate, not an OEM recommendation.

What is the best engine oil for the Honda Clarity?

There is no single best engine oil for every Honda Clarity configuration. Use the viscosity grade and manufacturer approval specified for the exact engine in the owner’s manual.

What body style is the Honda Clarity?

The Honda Clarity is classified as a 4-door sedan.

What fuel does the Honda Clarity use?

The available source data lists the Honda Clarity fuel type as 2014; 59 mpg-e; 58 mpg-e.

Is the Honda Clarity FWD, RWD or AWD?

The listed drivetrain/layout for the Honda Clarity is FF layout.

Who makes the Honda Clarity?

The manufacturer listed for the Honda Clarity is Honda.

When was the Honda Clarity produced?

The available source data describes production as 2008–2014 (Honda FCX Clarity)2016–2021 (Honda Clarity).

What class of car is the Honda Clarity?

The Honda Clarity is listed in the Mid-size car class.

Which markets or countries sold the Honda Clarity?

The CarCareTool catalog currently associates the Honda Clarity with CA, FI, NL, UA, US. Market availability and specifications can differ.

What replaced the Honda Clarity?

The available vehicle data lists a later model or generation as the successor where applicable.

How often should I check the tire pressure on the Honda Clarity?

Check the tires regularly and before long trips, with the tires cold. Use the vehicle placard or owner’s manual as the source of the manufacturer’s recommended pressure.

Should I use the tire sidewall pressure for the Honda Clarity?

No. The maximum pressure printed on the tire sidewall is not automatically the vehicle’s recommended setting. Use the vehicle placard or owner’s manual for the correct cold inflation pressure.

Does the recommended tire pressure change when the Honda Clarity is fully loaded?

It can. Many vehicles specify a different cold pressure for heavier loads. Check the vehicle placard or owner’s manual for the exact loading condition.

Can the Honda Clarity have different tire pressures front and rear?

Yes. Some vehicles specify different front and rear pressures because axle loads and vehicle configurations differ. Follow the exact vehicle recommendation where available.

Why can mileage differ from the published figure for the Honda Clarity?

Published fuel economy is measured under a defined test method. Real-world mileage can vary with traffic, speed, temperature, tire pressure, payload, maintenance and driving style.

Data sources and verification are available in the page editor; exact specifications can vary by year, market, trim and engine.

Honda Clarity images

Vehicle images are shown from the stored source image records when available.