MPGTerminal
70/100
2017Midsize CarsHydrogen

2017 Honda Clarity FCV

EPA ID: 47526
69
City MPG
68
Combined MPG
68MPG· Excellent
67
Highway MPG

Fuel Economy Overview

The 2017 Honda Clarity FCV achieves an EPA-estimated 68 MPG in combined city and highway driving, with 69 MPG in the city and 67 MPG on the highway.

Energy DNA

Vehicle ClassMidsize Cars
Fuel TypeHydrogen
EngineN/A
AspirationNaturally Aspirated
TransmissionAutomatic (A1)
Drive TypeFront-Wheel Drive

Green Scorecard

CO2 Emissions0 g/mi
Start-Stop SystemEquipped
GHG Score10/10
Smog RatingN/A
Est. Annual CostN/A
5-Year Cost DeltaSpend $10,750

Personalized Commute CalculatorEPA defaults to 55% City / 45% Hwy

55% City45% Highway

Adjust the slider to match your daily driving habits. City driving involves stop-and-go traffic under 45mph, while highway driving represents sustained speeds over 55mph.

Your Real MPG
68.1
Impact vs EPA
$-1
/ year
💨

Aerodynamic Speed Penalty

EPA highway tests average roughly 48 mph. Driving at 75 mph increases aerodynamic drag exponentially. Expect your real-world highway fuel economy to drop by roughly 15-20% at interstate speeds.

5-Year Total Cost of Ownership

Estimated Monthly Cost
$481/mo
Includes estimated depreciation, fuel, insurance, and state fees over 5 years. Does not include loan interest.
15,000 mi
Value Depreciation
Est. value lost over 60 months
$16,000
55.4%
Fuel & Electricity
Based on National Average rates ($3.50/gal)
$3,860
13.4%
Estimated Insurance
Based on vehicle class risk profile
$8,600
29.8%
State Registration Fees
Based on National Average DMV base rates
$400
1.4%
Total 5-Year Cost$28,860

Recall Intelligence

✓ No recalls have been issued for this vehicle configuration.

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Fuel Cost Analysis

Annual Fuel Cost$0
vs. Avg Vehicle (5 yrs)Spend $10,750

Based on 15,000 miles/year and current fuel prices.

Efficiency Breakdown

City69 MPG
Highway67 MPG
Combined68 MPG

Data Provenance

Data directly from the EPA National Vehicle and Fuel Emissions Laboratory. The combined rating is a weighted average (55% city, 45% highway). For official figures, visit fueleconomy.gov.