True to its roots, the all-new Odyssey continuously offers Honda Cars Philippines’ expertise in bringing passenger vehicles in the country with great flexibility while meeting customers’ demands for a luxurious and comfortable vehicle in today’s time. The exterior is based on the “solid streamline” concept that shows a sedan-like stance for better cabin space and ease of entry and exit. It also incorporates modern exterior features including the dark chrome (EX-V Navi) or the platinum (EX) front grille, an LED dual projector-type headlights, LED daytime running lights, and LED tail lamps to further enhance its elegance on the road.
The Odyssey's interior stays true with the “modern suite room” concept, incorporating high-quality materials Captain Cradle Seats with Ottoman in the second row while the third row has a three-way split, reclining seats that can be stowed neatly flat for luggage space. Yet, all passengers remain seated comfortably thanks to the addition of a triple-zone automatic air-conditioning. Underneath the hood is a 2.4-liter, DOHC i-VTEC 4-cylinder engine and CVT transmission with Earth Dreams Technology. It produces 173 hp at 6,200 rpm and 226 Nm at 4,000 rpm. With many technological advancements in fuel-saving and safety, the all-new Honda Odyssey is a step up for your family or business mobility needs.
Launch
The current generation of the Honda Odyssey was launched into the market in 2013. It would later get a facelift in 2018 to give it a more updated look. It features a renewed front face and a much slimmer form factor compared to the previous model. It comes with only two variants in the local market, the EX, and the EX-V trim levels.
Platform, Chassis and Powertrain
Powering the Honda Odessey is a 2.4-liter naturally aspirated gasoline engine. The powerplant produces 172hp and 226 Nm of torque. The engine is paired to a CVT with a manual mode in order to optimize the most of what the engine can deliver. It comes in front-engine, front-wheel-drive layout. For suspension, the vehicle comes with MacPherson struts at the front and a torsion beam layout at the rear. Stopping power comes from ventilated discs at the front and solid discs at the back. The vehicle comes with a foot-operated foot brake.
Chassis
Class
Minivan
Body Style
5-door minivan
Platform
Layout
Front-engine, front-wheel-drive
Platform
RC1-RC2 Chassis
Powertrain
Engine
2.4 L K24W DOHC i-VTEC I4
Power Output
72hp and 226 Nm of torque
Transmission
Continuously Variable Transmission
Driving Performance
Despite the vehicle’s size, the Honda Odyssey is easy to maneuver thanks to its multiple cameras. It also has a light steering feel which further adds to the ease of use of the vehicle. It even features an active park assist, while it isn’t as refined as the other vehicles on the market it as it has problems detecting parking spots, it still gets the job done.
On the highway, the light steering becomes heavier giving the vehicle a bit more stability at high speed. It even comes with the added bonus of adding accuracy to steering inputs when it comes to winding roads. When it comes to tight corners the Japanese minivan doesn’t understeer. Ride comfort is also excellent thanks to its suspension setup. It absorbs the road imperfections well without being too bouncy.
Technology Features
At the center of the Honda Odyssey's interior is a 7-inch touchscreen display audio. The head unit has Bluetooth, HDMI, USB-in connectivity. The EX-V Navi variant has the added bonus of being navigation ready. Sound is sent through a 6-speaker sound system that features 2-tweeters. The vehicle also comes with a pair of 12-volt sockets, with one being located at the front of the vehicle and the other at the rear. The vehicle also features a multi-view reverse camera with four wide-angle cameras and dynamic guidelines.
Exterior
On the exterior, the Honda Odyssey features LED dual projectors for the top-spec trim and halogen projectors for the entry-level variant. Paired with this are LED daytime running lights along with LED fog lights and LED tail lamps. The vehicle also features, chrome door handles, power-retractable folding door mirrors with integrated side turn signals, a platinum aero design front grille, an aero design front, and rear bumper, speed-sensing door locks, and a tailgate spoiler that comes with an LED high mount stop lamp.
Interior
The interior of the Honda Odyssey comes in a black color scheme with beige being the secondary color for the headliner. The vehicle comes with two captain’s chairs for the second row and comes in a 2+2+3 seating configuration with leather being the material of choice for the seats. The second row has the ability to slide front and back adjusting the legroom for the second row. AC vents can also be found for the second and third rows of the vehicle. The interior also features a brown wood and silver trim garnish.
Pros & Cons
What you might like about the Honda Odyssey is that its overall comfort is up there. It also has a lot of tech features to play around with. It also has a lot of safety features.
What you might not like about the Japanese minivan is that despite the large engine the power delivery isn’t as spritely. The active park assist function is also a point of weakness in the vehicle as it still requires some fine-tuning. If you’re one who doesn’t like too much chrome, then the Japanese minivan might disappoint you as it has plenty of it.
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Honda Odyssey Specifications
Key specifications & features of the Honda Odyssey. View engine specs, dimensions, safety and technology features in our full variant pages.
Body Type
Minivan
No. of seats
7 - 8
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Transmission
CVT
Max Output (HP)
173 HP @ 6,200 rpm
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Wheel Size
16 in - 17 in
Airbags
4
ISOFIX
Not Available
Front Parking Sensors
Available
Rear Parking Sensors
Available
Connectivity
Bluetooth, HDMI and USB
*Depending on variant
Warranty
3 Years (100,000 km)
Price
₱2,288,000
₱2,688,000
Transmission Category
CVT
CVT with 7-Speed Manual Mode
Number of Seats
8
7
Electronic Brake Distribution
Yes
No
ABS
With Electronic Brake Distribution and Brake Assist
With Electronic Stability and Brake Assist, Vehicle Stability Assist, and Hill Start Assist
Stability Control
Yes
No
Electronic Door Locks
Yes
No
Blind-Spot Detection System
No
Yes
Cruise Control
No
Yes
Leather Upholstery
No
Yes
Push Start Button
No
Yes
Wheel Size
16 in
17 in
Wheels Metal Type
Alloy
Aluminum Alloy
Airconditioning System
Automatic Air Conditioning
Triple-Zone Automatic Airconditioning with Rear A/C Controls and Vents
For safety, the Honda Odyssey features ABS with EBD, vehicle stability control, an Advanced Compatibility Engineering body structure, side-impact door beams, it also features child safety locks, two ISOFIX child seat anchors, emergency stop signal, hill start assist, three-point seatbelts for all occupants, four parking sensors at the front and two at the rear, it also comes with blindspot information, and it features cross-traffic monitoring. For airbags, the minivan features side front airbags for the driver and passenger, side airbags, and side curtain airbags for all three rows.
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