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Honda FCX Clarity

The 2014 Honda FCX Clarity offers a glimpse into future mobility with its hydrogen fuel-cell powertrain and impressive 60 MPG combined.

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Model-year guides

2014201320122011
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Every section below is populated from the available EPA, NHTSA, and vehicle-specification data for this model.

Fuel economy

EPA-rated city, highway, and combined economy by year.

YearCity MPGHighway MPGCombined MPGCity L/100 kmHighway L/100 kmCombined L/100 kmFuel-economy range
20145961603.993.863.9260 mpg combined
2013000000—
2012000000—
2011000000—

Engine, transmission & drivetrain

Powertrain specifications can vary between model years.

YearBody styleFuel typeTransmissionDrivetrainengine
2014sedanHydrogenAutomatic (A1)Front-Wheel DriveFuel type: Hydrogen
2013sedan————
2012coupe————
2011coupe————

Space, dimensions & utility

Seating, cargo, and physical configuration by model year.

YearSeatsDoorsCargo (L)Cargo (cu ft)
201444——
20134437113.1
2012————
2011————

Safety ratings & driver assistance

NHTSA safety ratings and listed driver-assistance availability.

Yeartpms
2014standard
2013standard
2012standard
2011standard

Model year reports

2014

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The 2014 Honda FCX Clarity offers a glimpse into future mobility with its hydrogen fuel-cell powertrain and impressive 60 MPG combined.

2013

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The 2013 Honda FCX Clarity presents a unique ownership proposition.

2012

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The 2012 Honda FCX Clarity presents a generally good reliability record, underscored by a 7.5 LLM score and 'Good' verdict.

2011

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The 2011 Honda FCX Clarity presents a unique ownership proposition.

MethodologyHow we score →

Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.

What are the best years for the Honda FCX Clarity?

Carfocal currently has 4 published FCX Clarity reports, covering 2011 through 2014. Compare the year-specific reports directly to see how reliability, recalls, ownership costs, and value change over time. The newest published verdict says: The 2014 Honda FCX Clarity offers a glimpse into future mobility with its hydrogen fuel-cell powertrain and impressive 60 MPG combined.

Published year coverage: 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014.

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Is the Honda FCX Clarity reliable?

There is no single reliability answer for every Honda FCX Clarity. Carfocal's published year reports show why the model year matters, with verdicts that include the 2014 honda fcx clarity offers a glimpse into future mobility with its hydrogen fuel-cell powertrain and impressive 60 mpg combined. and the 2014 honda fcx clarity's value proposition is tied to its advanced technology and environmental credentials rather than traditional used car metrics. Compare the report for the year you are considering before you make a decision.

4 published year-specific reports are available for comparison.

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What are common problems with the Honda FCX Clarity?

Across Carfocal's published FCX Clarity guides, recurring problem areas include Passenger Frontal Airbag Inflator, Fuel Cell Stack Cooling System, and High-Voltage Battery Cooling System. The exact risk depends on the model year, so open the report for the vehicle you are evaluating to see which issues, recalls, and repair concerns apply.

Common problem areas found in published repair predictions: Passenger Frontal Airbag Inflator, Fuel Cell Stack Cooling System, and High-Voltage Battery Cooling System.

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