2018 · Midsize Car · Plug-in hybrid
2018 Honda Clarity Plug-in Hybrid MPG & fuel economy
The 2018 Honda Clarity Plug-in Hybrid is a midsize car with one EPA-rated configuration. This plug-in hybrid covers about 48 miles on electricity (110 MPGe), then returns 42 MPG on gas. Among 74 midsize cars rated for 2018, it ranks 9th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with 18¢/kWh electricity and $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $910 a year to fuel.
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Fuel average
The 2018 Honda Clarity Plug-in Hybrid's fuel average is 17.9 km/L (5.6 L/100 km), or 42 MPG combined: 18.7 km/L in the city and 17.0 km/L on the highway. On electricity it is rated 110 MPGe.
| MPG | km/L | L/100 km | |
|---|---|---|---|
| City (gas) | 44 | 18.7 | 5.3 |
| Highway (gas) | 40 | 17.0 | 5.9 |
| Combined (gas) | 42 | 17.9 | 5.6 |
How it ranks among 2018 Midsize Cars
Full class ranking →Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.
Clarity Plug-in Hybrid MPG across model years
Full history →1 EPA-rated configuration
| Configuration | Type | City | Hwy | Combined | Range | Your cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FWD · 1.5L 4-cyl · CVT Clarity Plug-in Hybrid |
Plug-in hybrid | 117 MPGe + 44 MPG | 102 MPGe + 40 MPG | 110 MPGe + 42 MPG | 340 mi | $910 |
Specs (most efficient configuration)
- Fuel
- Regular gas + electricity
- Engine / motor
- 1.5L 4-cyl
- Transmission
- CVT
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Electricity use
- 31 kWh/100 mi
- All-electric range
- 48 mi
- Charge time (240V)
- 2.2 hrs
- Passenger volume
- 102 cu ft
- Cargo volume
- 15 cu ft
- Tailpipe CO₂
- 57 g/mi
- EPA fuel economy score
- 10/10
- EPA greenhouse gas score
- 10/10
2018 Honda Clarity Plug-in Hybrid vs. rivals
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Same year, other powertrains: 2018 Honda Clarity EV (114 MPGe), 2018 Honda Clarity (68 MPGe)
Frequently asked questions
What is the gas mileage of the 2018 Honda Clarity Plug-in Hybrid?
Up to 110 MPGe + 42 MPG combined.
What fuel does the 2018 Honda Clarity Plug-in Hybrid use?
Regular gas + electricity.
What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2018 Honda Clarity Plug-in Hybrid?
The 2018 Honda Clarity Plug-in Hybrid's fuel average is 17.9 km/L (5.6 L/100 km), or 42 MPG combined: 18.7 km/L in the city and 17.0 km/L on the highway. On electricity it is rated 110 MPGe.
How much does it cost to fuel the 2018 Honda Clarity Plug-in Hybrid per year?
About $910 at 15,000 miles a year with 18¢/kWh electricity and $3.10/gal regular gas, or $6.06 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.