Honda Clarity vs Nissan Maxima
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2023 Nissan Maxima
Overview
| Spec | Honda ClarityPlug-In Hybrid | Nissan Maxima3.5 SV |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Plug-In Hybrid | 3.5 SV |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | premium unleaded (recommended) |
| Transmission | continuously variable-speed automatic | continuously variable-speed automatic |
| Engine type | plug-in hybrid | gas |
| Model year | 2021 | 2023 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Honda ClarityPlug-In Hybrid | Nissan Maxima3.5 SV |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $33,400 (best) | $38,340 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Honda ClarityPlug-In Hybrid | Nissan Maxima3.5 SV |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 42 MPG (best) | 24 MPG |
| City MPG | 44 MPG (best) | 20 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 40 MPG (best) | 30 MPG |
| Combined MPGe | 110 MPGe (best) | — |
| Electric range | 47 mi (best) | — |
| 240V charge time | 2.5 hr (best) | — |
| Fuel tank | 7 gal | 18 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Honda ClarityPlug-In Hybrid | Nissan Maxima3.5 SV |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 212 hp | 300 hp (best) |
| Torque | — | 261 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 1.5 L | 3.5 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Honda ClarityPlug-In Hybrid | Nissan Maxima3.5 SV |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 15.5 cu ft (best) | 14.3 cu ft |
| Payload | — | 1,073 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 4,052 lbs | 3,609 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | — | 5.3 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 108.3 in | 109.3 in (best) |
| Length | 192.7 in | 192.8 in (best) |
| Width | 73.9 in (best) | 73.2 in |
| Height | 58.2 in (best) | 56.5 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Honda ClarityPlug-In Hybrid | Nissan Maxima3.5 SV |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (driver) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | — | 5 / 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 | Honda Clarity | Nissan Maxima |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Plug-In Hybrid $33,400 MSRP(Currently comparing) | 3.5 SV $38,340 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Touring Plug-In Hybrid $36,600 MSRP | 3.5 SR $43,500 MSRP |
| 3 | Fuel Cell $58,490 MSRP | 3.5 Platinum $44,450 MSRP |