Honda Clarity vs Lexus ES300h
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2025 Lexus ES300h
Overview
| Spec | Honda ClarityPlug-In Hybrid | Lexus ES300h300h |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Plug-In Hybrid | 300h |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | continuously variable-speed automatic | continuously variable-speed automatic |
| Engine type | plug-in hybrid | hybrid |
| Model year | 2021 | 2025 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Honda ClarityPlug-In Hybrid | Lexus ES300h300h |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $33,400 (best) | $43,440 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Honda ClarityPlug-In Hybrid | Lexus ES300h300h |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 42 MPG | 44 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 44 MPG (best) | 43 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 40 MPG | 44 MPG (best) |
| Combined MPGe | 110 MPGe (best) | — |
| Electric range | 47 mi (best) | — |
| 240V charge time | 2.5 hr (best) | — |
| Fuel tank | 7 gal | 13.2 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Honda ClarityPlug-In Hybrid | Lexus ES300h300h |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 212 hp | 215 hp (best) |
| Engine size | 1.5 L | 2.5 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Honda ClarityPlug-In Hybrid | Lexus ES300h300h |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 15.5 cu ft (best) | 13.9 cu ft |
| Curb weight | 4,052 lbs | 3,730 lbs (best) |
| Wheelbase | 108.3 in | 113 in (best) |
| Length | 192.7 in | 195.9 in (best) |
| Width | 73.9 in (best) | 73.4 in |
| Height | 58.2 in (best) | 56.9 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Honda ClarityPlug-In Hybrid | Lexus ES300h300h |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Honda Clarity | Lexus ES300h |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Plug-In Hybrid $33,400 MSRP(Currently comparing) | 300h $43,440 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Touring Plug-In Hybrid $36,600 MSRP | 300h F SPORT Design $47,825 MSRP |
| 3 | Fuel Cell $58,490 MSRP | 300h Luxury $48,610 MSRP |
| 4 | — | 300h F SPORT Handling $49,735 MSRP |
| 5 | — | 300h Ultra Luxury $52,330 MSRP |