Compare the2022 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEVVS 2021 Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid

The Outlander PHEV has all-wheel drive to maximize traction under poor conditions, especially in ice and snow. The Clarity Plug-In Hybrid doesn’t offer all-wheel drive.

The Outlander PHEV GT has a standard Multi View Camera to allow the driver to see objects all around the vehicle on a screen. The Clarity Plug-In Hybrid only offers a rear monitor.

To help make backing out of a parking space safer, the Outlander PHEV’s standard rear cross-path warning system uses sensors in the rear bumper to alert the driver to vehicles approaching from the side, helping the driver avoid collisions. The Clarity Plug-In Hybrid doesn’t offer a cross-path warning system.

Both the Outlander PHEV and the Clarity Plug-In Hybrid have standard driver and passenger frontal airbags, front side-impact airbags, driver knee airbags, side-impact head airbags, front seatbelt pretensioners, height adjustable front shoulder belts, four-wheel antilock brakes, traction control, electronic stability systems to prevent skidding, crash mitigating brakes, daytime running lights, lane departure warning systems and rearview cameras.

The Outlander PHEV comes with a full 5-year/60,000-mile basic warranty, which covers the entire truck and includes 24-hour roadside assistance. The Clarity Plug-In Hybrid’s 3-year/36,000-mile basic warranty expires 2 years or 24,000 miles sooner.

Mitsubishi’s powertrain warranty covers the Outlander PHEV 5 years and 40,000 miles longer than Honda covers the Clarity Plug-In Hybrid. Any repair needed on the engine, transmission, axles, joints or driveshafts is fully covered for 10 years or 100,000 miles. Coverage on the Clarity Plug-In Hybrid ends after only 5 years or 60,000 miles.

The Outlander PHEV’s corrosion warranty is 2 years longer than the Clarity Plug-In Hybrid’s (7 vs. 5 years).

The battery on the Outlander PHEV is in the trunk, which protects it from hot underhood temperatures that can degrade battery life. By keeping the Outlander PHEV’s battery 20 to 30 degrees cooler, its life is increased by years. The Clarity Plug-In Hybrid’s battery is in the hot engine compartment.

J.D. Power and Associates’ 2021 Initial Quality Study of new car owners surveyed provide the statistics that show that Mitsubishi vehicles are better in initial quality than Honda vehicles. J.D. Power ranks Mitsubishi third in initial quality, above the industry average. With 20 more problems per 100 vehicles, Honda is ranked 17th, below the industry average.

J.D. Power and Associates’ 2021 survey of the owners of three-year-old vehicles provides the long-term dependability statistics that show that Mitsubishi vehicles are more reliable than Honda vehicles. J.D. Power ranks Mitsubishi 13th in reliability, above the industry average. With 29 more problems per 100 vehicles, Honda is ranked 27th.

The Outlander PHEV’s standard 2.0 DOHC 4-cylinder hybrid produces 9 more horsepower (221 vs. 212) than the Clarity Plug-In Hybrid’s 1.5 DOHC 4-cylinder hybrid.

The Outlander PHEV has 4.3 gallons more fuel capacity than the Clarity Plug-In Hybrid (11.3 vs. 7 gallons), for longer range between fill-ups.

The Outlander PHEV stops shorter than the Clarity Plug-In Hybrid:

The Outlander PHEV’s front to rear weight distribution is more even (54% to 46%) than the Clarity Plug-In Hybrid’s (57% to 43%). This gives the Outlander PHEV more stable handling and braking.

For better maneuverability, the Outlander PHEV’s turning circle is 2.8 feet tighter than the Clarity Plug-In Hybrid’s (35.6 feet vs. 38.4 feet).

The Outlander PHEV is 7.9 inches shorter than the Clarity Plug-In Hybrid, making the Outlander PHEV easier to handle, maneuver and park in tight spaces.

The Outlander PHEV has 1.5 inches more front headroom, 1.2 inches more rear headroom and 1.7 inches more rear legroom than the Clarity Plug-In Hybrid.

For enhanced passenger comfort on long trips the Outlander PHEV’s rear seats recline. The Clarity Plug-In Hybrid’s rear seats don’t recline.

To allow full utilization of available cargo room, the Outlander PHEV’s cargo door uses gas strut supported hinges that don’t intrude into the cargo area. The Clarity Plug-In Hybrid’s useful trunk space is reduced by its intrusive beam hinge.

To make loading and unloading groceries and cargo easier, especially for short adults, the Outlander PHEV has a standard power liftgate, which opens and closes automatically by pressing a button. The Clarity Plug-In Hybrid doesn’t offer a power trunk.

The Outlander PHEV has a 1500 lbs. towing capacity. The Clarity Plug-In Hybrid has no towing capacity.

The Outlander PHEV’s rain-sensitive wipers adjust their speed and turn on and off automatically based on the amount of rainfall on the windshield. This allows the driver to concentrate on driving without constantly adjusting the wipers. The Clarity Plug-In Hybrid’s manually variable intermittent wipers have to be constantly adjusted.

To improve rear visibility by keeping the rear window clear, the Outlander PHEV has a standard rear wiper. The Clarity Plug-In Hybrid doesn’t offer a rear wiper.

While driving with high beams on, sensitive light sensors standard on the Outlander PHEV detect other vehicles which could be blinded and automatically switch to low beams. The Clarity Plug-In Hybrid doesn’t offer automatic dimming high beams.

On extremely cold winter days, the Outlander PHEV GT’s standard heated steering wheel provides comfort, allowing the driver to steer safely and comfortably before the vehicle heater warms up. The Clarity Plug-In Hybrid doesn’t offer a heated steering wheel.

The Outlander PHEV GT has a 115-volt a/c outlet on the center console, allowing you to recharge a laptop or run small household appliances without special adapters that can break or get misplaced. The Clarity Plug-In Hybrid doesn’t offer a house-current electrical outlet.

The Mitsubishi Outlander outsold the Honda Clarity by almost seven to one during the 2021 model year.