The Clarity Electric expertly combines Honda’s “fun-to-drive” DNA with a smooth, quiet and highly refined driving experience, augmented by special features such as a low center of gravity and liquid-filled suspension bushings.
Low Center of Gravity
With its batteries located under the passenger compartment and cargo floor, the Clarity Electric features a lower center of gravity than a typical internal-combustion engine sedan, resulting in a reduction in pitching motion while accelerating or braking, and a reduction in body roll when cornering.
Suspension
The Clarity Electric’s high-rigidity body structure provides a robust foundation for the suspension, which comprises large front and rear subframes, MacPherson front strut suspension and rear multi-link suspension. Special Frequency Response Dampers automatically tailor the damping force required to achieve a smooth and nimble handling.
Low NVH
Complementing the Clarity Electric’s smooth and quiet powertrain, the chassis is designed to provide a quiet and refined driving experience. The suspension and bushings deliver low harshness and a high level of smoothness compared to competitors in the Clarity Electric’s class, with the front suspension lower arms particularly engineered for high longitudinal and lateral rigidity, while liquid-filled bushings provide a high degree of longitudinal compliance and help block high-frequency noise, vibration and harshness.
Electric Power Steering
Dual-pinion Electric Power Steering (EPS) provides quick, agile and smooth cornering response. Excellent steering linearity makes it easy for drivers to trace precise lines through corners, and the Clarity Electric’s low center of gravity and suspension geometry help keep body roll to a minimum.
Wheels and Tires
In a first for Honda, the Clarity Electric’s 18-inch aluminum alloy wheels feature special outer aerodynamic covers that reduce drag and improve brake cooling. The lightweight wheels are painted black and the aero covers are painted silver for a distinctive and technologically advanced appearance. Specially designed 235/45R18 tires provide an ideal combination of traction, low rolling resistance and quiet and smooth driving characteristics.