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    Honda Odyssey Review, For Sale, Interior, Colours & Specs in Australia

    Honda Odyssey Review, For Sale, Interior, Colours & Specs in Australia

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    $40,810

    The Honda Odyssey was once famed for flying in the face of the notion of the ubiquitous people mover – until the most recent version that launched in 2014, that is.

    The Odyssey now features sliding rear doors and a seven or eight seat configuration, with the seven seater offering separate reclining bucket seats for the second row. Those seats even slide fore and aft, and contain a pop-out footrest. Both the Odyssey VIL7 and the Odyssey Vilx7 use the same 2.4-litre four-cylinder petrol engine/CVT auto combo driving the front wheels. They are priced at $40,810 and $55,440 respectively.

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    Price and features
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    Practicality
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    Safety
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    Driving
    7
    Overview
    Likes
    Handsome styling
    Plush first- and second-row seats
    Frugal fuel usage
    Dislikes
    Lacklustre engine
    Dull CVT
    Foot-operated park brake

    Honda Odyssey FAQs

    Should I buy a Honda Odyssey?

    The issue of a lack of performance from the Honda’s 2.4-litre four-cylinder engine is one that has been noted in the past, David. It stems not from the fact that it’s a four-cylinder, rather the way it has been tuned and specified at the factory. Like a lot of Honda engines, the engine was designed to deliver good horsepower and high revs and, while that makes for a sporty feel in the right car, it does nothing for the Odyssey’s role as a people-mover.

    The root problem here is that the engine is tuned to make its maximum torque (the force that actually accelerates the car) at 4000rpm. Combine that with the odd nature of the standard CVT transmission and you had a recipe for a car that could feel quite lethargic around town. Throw in a full complement of six bodies and their luggage, and things only got worse.

    Unfortunately, there’s no real way around this. You could have the engine retuned with an aftermarket chip in the computer, but it may not do very much except increase fuel consumption. At that same time, you could wave goodbye to any remaining factory warranty as it applied to the driveline. Manufacturers don’t like customers tinkering with that stuff and will usually claim that the modifications contributed to the mechanical failure.

    All that being said, I have heard of people `chipping’ the Odyssey’s engine. But of all the examples I’ve seen, the net gain was just 11 or 12 or so kiloWatts; not enough to warrant the cost or transform the vehicle in any major way. Even then, I’d imagine the extra power to be high in the rev range, not down low where you want it.

    Honda Odyssey: Key replacement cost

    The cost to replace your key fob will depend on how old the vehicle is and where you get it done. An automotive locksmith might be cheaper than a dealer but you'll need the spare. You can read more about how to replace your car keys here.

    Honda Odyssey: Which one should I buy?

    Honda hasn’t sold a 3.0-litre Odyssey here since 2004, it has used a 2.4-litre engine since then. If you really want a 3.0-litre one your $15,000 will buy the best one on the market and leave you with a pocket full of change.

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    Honda Odyssey Seats

    The Honda Odyssey offers seating for seven passengers in 2021, as the eight-seat option has now been discontinued.

    The arrangement is 2+2+3, with the second-row featuring plush captain's chairs, and the third-row being a bench seat.

    The second-row seats are probably the place to be in the Odyssey.
    The second-row seats are probably the place to be in the Odyssey.
    The first-row seats are plush and comfortable.
    The first-row seats are plush and comfortable.
    The third row is a tight squeeze.
    The third row is a tight squeeze.
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    Shown above are seat details for the Honda Odyssey 2021.

    Honda Odyssey Pricing & Specs

    The price range for the Honda Odyssey varies based on the trim level you choose. Starting at $40,810 and going to $55,440 for the latest year the model was manufactured. The model range is available in the following body types starting from the engine/transmission specs shown below.
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    Honda Odyssey Interior

    The Honda Odyssey is fitted with some nice interior appointments, such as comfortable seats and soft-touch dashboard materials.

    The higher-spec Vi LX7 also scores woodgrain dashboard accents and plush leather-appointed seats for all three rows.

    The shifter is on the dashboard to maximum interior space.
    The shifter is on the dashboard to maximum interior space.
    The 8.0-inch multimedia screen sit proudly in the centre stack.
    The 8.0-inch multimedia screen sit proudly in the centre stack.
    Storage options are endless in the Odyssey.
    Storage options are endless in the Odyssey.
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    Shown above are interior details for the Honda Odyssey 2021.

    Honda Odyssey Colours

    Four colours are available on the 2021 Honda Odyssey, 'Premium Twinkle Black', 'Obsidian Blue', 'Super Platinum Silver' and 'Platinum White' - each available at no cost.

    Obsidian Blue
    Platinum White
    Premium Twinkle Black
    Super Platinum Silver
    To confirm current colour availability, please check the manufacturer's website. Shown above are the colours for the Honda Odyssey.

    Honda Odyssey Dimensions

    The dimensions of the Honda Odyssey Wagon vary according to year of manufacture and spec level.
    The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
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    Honda Odyssey Accessories

    Standard equipment on the 2021 Honda Odyssey includes an 8.0-inch multimedia touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, as well as a new multi-function steering wheel.

    Base grades are fitted with climate control, but the higher-spec Vi LX7 scores three-zone climate control with a rear control panel.

    LED headlights are also featured in the update, while wheels measure 17 inches in all grades.

    The 2021 Honda Odyssey features a new front grille.
    The 2021 Honda Odyssey features a new front grille.
    The 8.0-inch multimedia screen sit proudly in the centre stack.
    The 8.0-inch multimedia screen sit proudly in the centre stack.
    The Odyssey wears 17-inch alloy wheels.
    The Odyssey wears 17-inch alloy wheels.
    The Vi LX7 comes with tri-zone climate control with second-row controls.
    The Vi LX7 comes with tri-zone climate control with second-row controls.
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    Shown above are the accessory details for the Honda Odyssey 2021.

    Honda Odyssey Towing Capacity

    The Honda Odyssey has maximum towing capacity of 1000kg for the latest model available.
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    Honda Odyssey Wheel Size

    The Honda Odyssey has a number of different wheel and tyre options. When it comes to tyres, these range from 215x60 R17 9 for Wagon in 2022.
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    Honda Odyssey Fuel consumption

    The Honda Odyssey is available in a number of variants and body types that are powered by ULP fuel type(s). It has an estimated fuel consumption starting from 8.0L/100km for Wagon
    *Combined fuel consumption
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    Honda Odyssey Boot Space

    The Honda Odyssey can swallow 322 litres (VDA) of volume with all seven seats in place, expanding to 1725L with the third-row seat folded away.

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    Shown above are the boot space details of the Honda Odyssey 2021.

    Honda Odyssey Speed

    Honda has not provided a 0-100km/h acceleration time for the 2021 Odyssey, but expect a figure of around 12 seconds.

    Shown above are speed details for the Honda Odyssey 2021.