Acura TLX vs Honda Clarity
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2021 Honda Clarity
Overview
| Spec | Acura TLXTLX Sedan | Honda ClarityPlug-In Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | TLX Sedan | Plug-In Hybrid |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 10-speed shiftable automatic | continuously variable-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | plug-in hybrid |
| Model year | 2025 | 2021 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Acura TLXTLX Sedan | Honda ClarityPlug-In Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $45,400 | $33,400 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Acura TLXTLX Sedan | Honda ClarityPlug-In Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 25 MPG | 42 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 22 MPG | 44 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 31 MPG | 40 MPG (best) |
| Combined MPGe | — | 110 MPGe (best) |
| Electric range | — | 47 mi (best) |
| 240V charge time | — | 2.5 hr (best) |
| Fuel tank | 15.9 gal (best) | 7 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Acura TLXTLX Sedan | Honda ClarityPlug-In Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 272 hp (best) | 212 hp |
| Torque | 280 lb-ft (best) | — |
| Engine size | 2 L (best) | 1.5 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Acura TLXTLX Sedan | Honda ClarityPlug-In Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 13.5 cu ft | 15.5 cu ft (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,756 lbs (best) | 4,052 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 5.3 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 113 in (best) | 108.3 in |
| Length | 194.6 in (best) | 192.7 in |
| Width | 75.2 in (best) | 73.9 in |
| Height | 56.4 in | 58.2 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Acura TLXTLX Sedan | Honda ClarityPlug-In Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Rollover | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Acura TLX | Honda Clarity |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | TLX Sedan $45,400 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Plug-In Hybrid $33,400 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | TLX Sedan $50,400 MSRP | Touring Plug-In Hybrid $36,600 MSRP |
| 3 | Type S $58,050 MSRP | Fuel Cell $58,490 MSRP |