The 2017 Honda Clarity Electric has begun arriving
at dealerships in California and Oregon. The Clarity Electric will be available to lease for US$ 269 per
month with a US$ 1,730 down payment. The 36 month lease factors in the federal tax
credit for eco-friendly vehicles and provides buyers with 24/7 roadside
assistance as well as a mileage allotment of 20,000 miles (32,186 km) per year.
Motivation is provided by a 25.5-kWh lithium-ion
battery pack which feeds an electric motor that develops 161 hp and 299 Nm of torque. This enables the model to travel approximately 89
miles (143 km) on a single charge and have an EPA fuel economy rating of 126
MPGe city /103 MPGe highway / 114 MPGe combined.
Since the car's range is extremely limited, drivers
will be happy to know the battery can be fully recharged in around three hours
using a 240 volt fast charger. The same system can also deliver an 80 percent
charge in just 30 minutes.
The model comes nicely equipped with perforated leather seats, a
dual-zone automatic climate control system, and an 8-inch Display Audio system
with GPS navigation. Drivers will also find adaptive cruise control, lane
keeping assist, and a push-button ignition.
