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    Un model destul de interesant, plus ca este deja echipat de Mugen:





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  • #2
    Honda Odyssey: Still the gold standard !

    steven cole smith | SENTINEL AUTOMOTIVE EDITOR June 14, 2009
    The 2009 Honda Odyssey still overshadows the competition in minivans. (HONDA, WIECK / June 9, 2009)



    The term "minivan" suggests a van that is smaller than a regular van, but this particular genre has become the jumbo shrimp of the automotive world. Of the eight minivans on the market, only one is less than 200 inches long, and the biggest one, the Nissan Quest, is 204 inches, two inches longer than a Chevrolet Tahoe sport-ute.

    Somewhere in the middle of the minivan market, size-wise, is the 2009 Honda Odyssey at 202.1 inches. But in this declining minivan market — Ford and General Motors no longer sell a minivan of any size — the Odyssey still overshadows the competition. There are no bad minivans on the market, but the Honda remains the product against which the others are judged.

    Why? No one reason — just undeniable competence in every area. And there's one small but undeniable advantage that most every Honda product has: They are just a little bit more fun to drive than comparable products.

    This is not to say the Odyssey — the test model, the top-of-the-line Touring, weighs in at a plump 4,640 pounds — feels or handles like a sports car. The suspension is relatively soft, but the Odyssey doesn't wallow through the corners like a few other minivans do when pressed to the limit. Still, it holds its own on tight turns, but the highway ride is appropriately luxury-car smooth.



    The Touring is the most deluxe, most expensive Odyssey: The LX starts at $26,355, with the features and price climbing through the EX and EX-L model until you get to the loaded Touring, which costs $41,215, including shipping.

    Inside, the Odyssey Touring has a navigation system; a rear DVD player; a 360-watt, seven-speaker sound system, and a rear-view camera. Seats are heated and leather-covered. Side doors and the hatch are power-operated.

    Mechanically, all Odysseys are the same, which makes the base LX a good value: All have stability control, antilock brakes and side air bags for all three rows of seats. While all Odysseys have a 3.5-liter, 244-horsepower V-6 engine and a five-speed automatic transmission, the Touring's engine has a cylinder deactivation feature that cuts power to multiple cylinders while the van is coasting, which means better fuel mileage.

    The base Odyssey is rated at 16 mpg city, 23 highway, while the Touring is rated at 17/25. Regular gas is fine.

    The minivan's golden sales era has come and gone, but it remains an efficient way to transport a lot of people. And the Odyssey, typically Honda, makes that a little more fun than the competition.
    2009 Honda Odyssey:

    Base price: $26,355

    Price as tested: $41,215

    EPA rating: 17 miles per gallon city driving, 25 mpg highway

    Details: Front-engine, front-wheel-drive minivan with a 3.5-liter, 244-horsepower V-6 engine and a five-speed automatic transmission



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    • #3
      2010 Honda Odyssey Gets Fresh Hues, Little Else New !

      http://blogs.thecarconnection.com/ma...ittle-else-new



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      The 2010 Honda Odyssey goes on sale today, and there aren’t many changes to report. A host of new colors are the biggest news for the Odyssey in 2010, as the model returns for one more model year before a complete redesign.
      While Ford and GM have discontinued their minivan models and looked to other types of models like the 2009 Ford Flex and 2009 Chevrolet Traverse—with sales that haven't quite been up to the levels of their family-hauler predecessors—the current Odyssey has been a hit with traditional minivan shoppers.
      The 2010 Odyssey retains its excellent third-row arrangement, termed Magic Seat, which folds into a low, flat cargo floor with one continuous motion. With the seat stowed, the Odyssey's cargo capacity is a huge 91.1 cubic feet while still offering room for four or five occupants.
      A 244-horsepower, 3.5-liter V-6 engine still powers the Alabama-built Odyssey. In its top EX-L and Touring trims, the engine includes Variable Cylinder Management (VCM), shutting half of the cylinders down selectively when less power is needed to yield improved fuel economy figures of 17 mpg city, 25 highway.
      The Odyssey doesn’t offer entertainment features that match the Chrysler minivans, which still lead the pack in features, but it does offer enough luxury features for most shoppers. Noteworthy items that are optional or offered on top trims of the 2010 Honda Odyssey include a power moonroof, heated leather seats, a 115-volt power outlet, a Bluetooth hands-free interface, and a voice-recognition nav system with rearview camera.
      Prices are up slightly throughout the model line for 2010. The base LX now starts at $26,805, up from $26.355 in 2009, not counting the $710 destination fee, and the top-of-the-line 2010 Honda Odyssey Touring now lands at $40,755, up from $40,505.

      2010 Honda OdysseyEnlarge Photo 2010 Honda OdysseyEnlarge Photo 2010 Honda OdysseyEnlarge Photo 2010 Honda OdysseyEnlarge Photo The 2010 Honda Odyssey goes on sale today, and there aren’t many changes to report. A host of new colors are the biggest news for the Odyssey in 2010, as the model returns for one more model year before a complete redesign. While Ford and GM have discontinued their minivan models and looked to other types of models like the 2009 Ford Flex and 2009 Chevrolet Traverse—with sales that haven't quite been up to the levels of their family-hauler predecessors—the current Odyssey has been a hit with traditional minivan shoppers. The 2010 Odyssey retains its excellent third-row arrangement, termed Magic Seat, which folds into a low, flat cargo floor with one continuous motion. With the seat stowed, the Odyssey's cargo capacity is a huge 91.1 cubic feet while still offering room for four or five occupants. A 244-horsepower, 3.5-liter V-6 engine still powers the Alabama-built Odyssey. In its top EX-L and Touring trims, the engine includes Variable Cylinder Management (VCM), shutting half of the cylinders down selectively when less power is needed to yield improved fuel economy figures of 17 mpg city, 25 highway.
      The Odyssey doesn’t offer entertainment features that match the Chrysler minivans, which still lead the pack in features, but it does offer enough luxury features for most shoppers. Noteworthy items that are optional or offered on top trims of the 2010 Honda Odyssey include a power moonroof, heated leather seats, a 115-volt power outlet, a Bluetooth hands-free interface, and a voice-recognition nav system with rearview camera. Prices are up slightly throughout the model line for 2010. The base LX now starts at $26,805, up from $26.355 in 2009, not counting the $710 destination fee, and the top-of-the-line 2010 Honda Odyssey Touring now lands at $40,755, up from $40,505.
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      • #4
        2010 Odyssey on sale today !

        http://www.vtec.net/news/news-item?news_item_id=841702

        2010 Honda Odyssey Sets High Standard for Refinement and Versatility


        Efficient and accommodating with a fun-to-drive character, the Odyssey offers something for the entire family

        07/15/2009 - TORRANCE, Calif. -
        The 2010 Honda Odyssey continues to stand apart from the minivan crowd with a reputation built on innovation, quality and engineering excellence.

        The Odyssey's alignment of features like an engaging-to-drive character, a 3rd-Row Magic Seat®, a premium appearance and efficient engine performance combine to offer a sophisticated transportation environment with room for up to eight people (seven on LX models). The available 244-horsepower V-6 engine achieves an EPA highway fuel-economy rating1 of 25 miles per gallon (mpg) on models equipped with Variable Cylinder Management™ (VCM®), a system that can deactivate up to half of the engine's cylinders when less power is needed. Available premium features include a leather-trimmed interior, Honda Satellite-linked Navigation System, DVD rear entertainment system, Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink™, a backup camera, power side-doors, power tailgate and much more.

        "A minivan is tough to beat when it comes to carting your kids around or to moving the maximum number of people in maximum comfort and efficiency," said Vicki Poponi, assistant vice president of Product Planning for American Honda Motor Co., Inc. "Beyond the superior functionality inherent to a minivan, the Odyssey offers customers convenient seating versatility, a high-quality feel and a reputation for surprisingly engaging driving dynamics."

        With its One-Motion 60/40 Split 3rd-Row Magic Seat®, the Odyssey's seating areas can quickly and easily adapt between passenger and cargo duties. The 3rd-Row Magic Seat can accommodate up to three passengers and still provide 38.4 cu-ft. of cargo volume behind the seats, or fold completely flat into the floor to create 91.1 cu-ft. of cargo volume while still maintaining room for five passengers (four passengers on LX). With the second-row seats removed, total cargo volume expands to 147.4 cu-ft. Total interior volume measures 209.8 cu-ft. for passenger and cargo volume combined. The unique 2nd-Row PlusOne Seat™ on the Odyssey EX, EX-L and Touring integrates a storage bin inside the seat structure and is also removable to create a walk-through to the third row.

        The Odyssey achieves the highest crash safety rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, five stars, for both frontal and side impacts2.

        All Odyssey models are equipped with Vehicle Stability Assist™ (VSA®), commonly referenced as electronic stability control; standard anti-lock brakes with electronic brake distribution and Brake Assist; advanced dual-stage, dual-threshold driver's and front passenger's SRS front airbags; front side airbags with passenger-side Occupant Position Detection System (OPDS); three-row side-curtain airbags with a rollover sensor; active front seat head restraints; daytime running lights and a pedestrian injury mitigation design in the front of the vehicle. An Advanced Compatibility Engineering™ (ACE™) body structure provides enhanced occupant protection in a frontal collision.

        Designed with families in mind, a total of three Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren (LATCH) child seat attachment systems are available. Two are located in the outboard second-row seating positions and one is located in the middle third-row seating position.

        The 3.5-liter, all-aluminum, SOHC VTEC® engine on the Odyssey LX and EX produces 244 horsepower at 5,750 rpm and 240 lb-ft. of torque at 5,000 rpm. The Odyssey LX and EX models achieve an EPA-rated city/highway fuel economy of 16/23 mpg 1. A 5-speed automatic transmission is standard equipment.

        The Odyssey EX-L and Touring models feature a 3.5-liter, all-aluminum, SOHC i-VTEC® V-6 engine with VCM for enhanced fuel efficiency. This engine produces 244 horsepower at 5,700 rpm and 245 lb-ft. of torque at 4,900 rpm while achieving an EPA-rated city/highway fuel economy of 17/25 mpg 1. This VCM engine is programmed to run on 3, 4 or 6 cylinders, based on current power requirements. Powered by the intelligence of i-VTEC technology, VCM quickly and seamlessly activates or deactivates 2 or 3 cylinders by closing each cylinder's intake and exhaust valves at the same time. The system provides V-6 power when accelerating or climbing, as well as the fuel efficiency of a smaller engine while cruising.

        An independent front and rear suspension and a rigid unit-body structure help provide comfortable and refined handling performance. Additional chassis components include power-assisted 4-wheel disc brakes and variable power-assisted rack-and-pinion steering. Odyssey LX, EX and EX-L models have 16-inch wheels (alloy on EX and above) with all-season 235/65R16 tires. Odyssey Touring models are equipped with 17-inch alloy wheels and all-season 235/60R17 tires.

        The Odyssey is available in four model choices (LX, EX, EX-L and Touring). Standard comfort and convenience features on the Odyssey LX include a front and rear air conditioning system with an air-filtration system, keyless entry, tilt and telescopic steering column, cruise control, power windows with auto-up/down driver's and passenger's window, power door and tailgate locks, AM/FM/CD stereo system with 4-speakers and auxiliary audio input jack, heat-rejecting glass and more.

        The Odyssey EX adds a tri-zone automatic climate control system, an 8-way power driver's seat with lumbar support, power sliding doors, 2nd-Row PlusOne Seat™ with storage bin, 6-disc in-dash CD changer with 6-speakers, security system, body colored side mirrors and door handles, alloy wheels, roof rails, auto-off headlights, fog lights, exterior temperature indicator, HomeLink® remote system and more. Newly available on the Odyssey EX for 2010 is the Honda DVD Rear Entertainment System with 9-inch screen, which also adds a 115-volt power outlet.

        The Odyssey EX-L adds leather-trimmed seating surfaces, heated front seats, power tailgate, 4-way power front-passenger's seat, XM Radio®3, power moonroof, automatic-dimming rearview mirror with a 2.5-inch rearview camera display (EX-L-exclusive). Available on the Odyssey EX-L is the Honda DVD Rear Entertainment System with 9-inch screen, which also adds a 115-volt power outlet. Available on the Odyssey EX-L equipped with the DVD rear entertainment system is the Honda Satellite-linked Navigation System with voice recognition and rearview camera (navi screen rearview camera display replaces rearview mirror display). Navigation-equipped models also include Bluetooth HandsFreeLink.

        The Odyssey Touring includes all of the features from the Odyssey EX-L with the DVD rear entertainment system and the Honda Satellite-linked Navigation System as standard equipment plus the Premium Audio System with 7-speakers including subwoofer, a programmable multi-information display with trip computer, a two-position memory power driver's seat, power adjustable pedals, premium alloy wheels, corner and backup sensors, auto on/off headlights and a compass.

        The Odyssey has won numerous awards and critical acclaim including the Kelley Blue Book award as one of the 10 "Best New Family Vehicles of 2009," and "2009 Best Resale Value Award" in the van category, which honors vehicles that are expected to have the best resale value after five years of ownership.

        Colors for 2010 include Alabaster Silver (replaces Silver Pearl Metallic), Crystal Black Pearl (replaces Nighthawk Black Pearl), Polished Metal Metallic (replaces Sterling Gray Metallic), Slate Green Metallic, Bali Blue Pearl, Dark Cherry Pearl, Ocean Mist Metallic, Mocha Beige Metallic and Taffeta White. Interior color choices, determined by exterior color, include ivory, olive, black or gray.

        The Odyssey is produced from domestic and globally sourced parts by Honda Manufacturing of Alabama, LLC in Lincoln, Alabama.

        Basic Specs:

        Engine: 3.5-liter VTEC V-6 (LX, EX), 3.5-liter i-VTEC V-6 (EX-L, Touring)

        Horsepower: 244-hp@5,750 rpm (LX, EX), 244-hp@5,700 rpm (EX-L, Touring)

        Torque: 240 lb-ft.@5,000 rpm (LX, EX), 245 lb-ft @ 4900 rpm (EX-L, Touring)

        EPA-estimated Fuel Economy, City/Hwy/Comb.: 16/23/18 (LX, EX), 17/25/20 (EX-L, Touring)

        Seating Capacity: 7(LX), 8 (EX, EX-L, Touring)

        Passenger Volume: 171.4 cu-ft. (LX, EX), 168.3 cu-ft. (EX-L, Touring)

        Cargo Volume: 34.7 cu-ft.

        Towing Capacity: 3,500 lbs.4

        Standard Airbags: Driver's and Front-Passenger's Dual-stage, Dual-Threshold Front Airbags; Front-side airbags with passenger-side Occupant Position Detection System (OPDS); and Side-curtain Airbags with Rollover Sensor

        Standard Electronic Stability Control (ESC): Vehicle Stability Assist™ (VSA®)

        Standard Anti-lock Braking System: 4-channel with Brake Assist

        1 Based on 2010 EPA mileage estimates, reflecting new EPA fuel economy methods beginning with 2008 models. Use for comparison purposes only. Do not compare to models before 2008. Your actual mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle.

        2 Government star ratings are part of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's (NHTSA's) New Car Assessment Program (www.safercar.gov). Model tested with standard side-impact airbags (SABs).

        3 Required XM Radio subscription sold separately after 90-day trial period. Subscriptions are governed by the XM Customer Agreement available at xmradio.com/serviceterms. Other fees and taxes apply after trial period; see XM Customer Agreement for details. Fees and programming subject to change. Service not available in Canada, Alaska, or Hawaii. © 2009 SIRIUS XM Radio Inc. SIRIUS, XM and all related marks and logos are trademarks of SIRIUS XM Radio Inc. and its subsidiaries

        4 Requires surge-type or electric trailer brakes and available Honda accessory towing package and hitch ball. Premium unleaded fuel recommended when towing. Refer to the owner's manual for additional towing information.

        Third party disclaimers: The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc., and any such use of such marks by Honda Motor Co., Ltd., is under license. HomeLink® is a registered trademark of Prince Corporation, a wholly owned subsidiary of Johnson Controls™
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        • #5
          Odyssey-ul nipon mi se pare inlocuitorul perfect pt FRV in Europa. Bring it on!

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          • #6
            2010 Honda Odyssey Review !


            http://www.thecarconnection.com/full...a_odyssey_2010

            STYLING | 7 out of 10


            Expert Quotes:

            Even five years into this generation, the overall design still feels contemporary.
            Cars.com
            subtle backlighting creates an elegant view of the instrument panel
            MotherProof
            Now there's a minivan we don't mind driving
            Car and Driver
            Honda has dressed up the Odyssey with some styling tweaks
            Autoblog

            The 2010 Honda Odyssey sure doesn't strike any new ground with its styling; it's as anonymous as any minivan, but buyers look to these vehicles for practicality above all else, right? While other Honda vehicles have gained the beveled, excessively chunky look at the front and back in recent model years, the Odyssey has kept more conservative.
            Most reviewers take the Odyssey at face value, making it clear that they don't have high expectations for this van, though they remain quite complimentary. Reporting on the slight refresh that the Odyssey saw for 2008, Autoblog says, "Honda has dressed up the Odyssey with some styling tweaks, including ... front bumper fascia." Cars.com notes that the Honda Odyssey "continues its trend of exterior and interior changes" a little bit every year. Car and Driver takes kindly to the styling, commenting, "Now there's a minivan we don't mind driving." MotherProof agrees, describing the Honda Odyssey as "elegant, poised, smooth ... [with] sleek lines and subtle accents."
            It's hard to find fault with the clean and functional interior design, though TheCarConnection.com's editors point out that the center-stack controls feel a bit disordered. Most reviewers aren't bothered by this, although a few focus on the gearshift placement. Cars.com notes that the Odyssey's “gearshift lever sits on the instrument panel." ConsumerGuide finds "it's easy to reach but obstructs some controls when in park." The appearance of the instruments themselves draws positive remarks in several instances; ConsumerGuide likes the "large, clearly marked main gauges," while MotherProof says "subtle backlighting creates an elegant view of the instrument panel."
            Conclusion:

            Anonymous minivan styling is the name of the game on the outside, though inside the 2010 Honda Odyssey impresses with the details.


            PERFORMANCE | 8 out of 10


            Expert Quotes:

            The Odyssey is more fun to drive than most minivans, but that's not because of its acceleration.
            Cars.com
            sharp, accurate steering
            ConsumerGuide
            satisfying acceleration in virtually all situations
            Edmunds
            VCM improves fuel economy
            Autoblog

            Shoppers might become a little confused about powertrains; there are two different engines listed for the Odyssey, but rest assured they're virtually the same. Top EX-L and Touring models of the 2010 Honda Odyssey come with a 241-horsepower, 3.5-liter VTEC V-6 with Variable Cylinder Management (VCM), while LX and EX models get a 244-hp version without the fuel-saving technology. With VCM, you'll save a little bit of fuel on the highway; the engine gets 25 mpg on the highway, instead of 23 mpg, but fuel economy remains relatively unimpressive with either powertrain, at just 16 or 17 mpg.
            The 3.5-liter V-6, no matter which one you have, moves the 2010 Honda Odyssey very respectably, especially in a class that isn't known for performance. ConsumerGuide is impressed by the Odyssey's acceleration, describing it as "ample around town and when merging onto highways, even with a full complement of passengers." Edmunds also beams that the "V-6 complements the van's likable road manners, providing satisfying acceleration in virtually all situations."
            Reviewers report few faults with the way the five-speed transmission responds, although ConsumerGuide notes that the gearbox "doesn't always downshift promptly in passing situations." Autoblog states that "VCM improves fuel economy of the 3.5L from 16/23 to 17/25, which isn't a huge jump, but may be appreciated by parent-run chauffeur services."
            The 2010 Honda Odyssey remains one of the best-steering, best-handling minivans, in the opinion of TheCarConnection.com's editors, who believe it's more engaging from the driver's seat than many crossovers that might look more exciting from the outside. Edmunds calls the Honda Odyssey "the most car-like minivan on the market today, thanks to its tight turning radius, responsive steering and athletic tuning." ConsumerGuide praises the Odyssey's "sharp, accurate steering," but cautions potential buyers about the Honda's ride over rough roads, "where sharp bumps and highway expansion joints sometimes jab through—especially to rear-seat riders." With regard to braking, ConsumerGuide notes that "stopping control is good even with a full passenger load."
            Conclusion:

            Once you're inside the 2010 Honda Odyssey, you'll probably forget you're in a minivan—and that's a good thing, right?


            PERFORMANCE | 8 out of 10


            Expert Quotes:

            The Odyssey is more fun to drive than most minivans, but that's not because of its acceleration.
            Cars.com
            sharp, accurate steering
            ConsumerGuide
            satisfying acceleration in virtually all situations
            Edmunds
            VCM improves fuel economy
            Autoblog

            Shoppers might become a little confused about powertrains; there are two different engines listed for the Odyssey, but rest assured they're virtually the same. Top EX-L and Touring models of the 2010 Honda Odyssey come with a 241-horsepower, 3.5-liter VTEC V-6 with Variable Cylinder Management (VCM), while LX and EX models get a 244-hp version without the fuel-saving technology. With VCM, you'll save a little bit of fuel on the highway; the engine gets 25 mpg on the highway, instead of 23 mpg, but fuel economy remains relatively unimpressive with either powertrain, at just 16 or 17 mpg.
            The 3.5-liter V-6, no matter which one you have, moves the 2010 Honda Odyssey very respectably, especially in a class that isn't known for performance. ConsumerGuide is impressed by the Odyssey's acceleration, describing it as "ample around town and when merging onto highways, even with a full complement of passengers." Edmunds also beams that the "V-6 complements the van's likable road manners, providing satisfying acceleration in virtually all situations."
            Reviewers report few faults with the way the five-speed transmission responds, although ConsumerGuide notes that the gearbox "doesn't always downshift promptly in passing situations." Autoblog states that "VCM improves fuel economy of the 3.5L from 16/23 to 17/25, which isn't a huge jump, but may be appreciated by parent-run chauffeur services."
            The 2010 Honda Odyssey remains one of the best-steering, best-handling minivans, in the opinion of TheCarConnection.com's editors, who believe it's more engaging from the driver's seat than many crossovers that might look more exciting from the outside. Edmunds calls the Honda Odyssey "the most car-like minivan on the market today, thanks to its tight turning radius, responsive steering and athletic tuning." ConsumerGuide praises the Odyssey's "sharp, accurate steering," but cautions potential buyers about the Honda's ride over rough roads, "where sharp bumps and highway expansion joints sometimes jab through—especially to rear-seat riders." With regard to braking, ConsumerGuide notes that "stopping control is good even with a full passenger load."
            Conclusion:

            Once you're inside the 2010 Honda Odyssey, you'll probably forget you're in a minivan—and that's a good thing, right?

            SAFETY | 9 out of 10


            Expert Quotes:

            Good," frontal offset and side impact
            IIHS
            Five stars, front impact and side impact; four stars, rollover resistance
            NHTSA
            rear visibility is hindered by large headrests and thick roof pillars
            ConsumerGuide
            Key to the Odyssey's popularity has been its reputation for safety
            Motor Trend

            For minivan shoppers, safety typically enjoys a higher priority in the shopping process. The 2010 Honda Odyssey doesn't miss a single mark here; whether in terms of top features or great crash-test results, the Odyssey has it.
            The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) gives the Odyssey top scores for crash safety, granting it five out of five stars in front impact and side impact protection, and four stars for rollover resistance. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) awards top "good" ratings to the Odyssey in each of its categories.
            Cars.com confirms the abundance of safety equipment on the 2010 Odyssey: "Side-impact and three-row side curtain airbags, all-disc antilock brakes, and traction control are standard, as is an electronic stability system." Additionally, Motor Trend notices the "2009 model adds active front seat head restraints and daytime running lights as standard equipment."
            For 2010, it appears that Honda has discontinued the formerly offered PAX run-flat tires—possibly because of issues with road noise.
            To help avoid low-speed accidents in parking lots and driveways, the 2010 Honda Odyssey Touring model includes a front- and rear-obstacle-detection system. That might be necessary, as visibility isn't so great. ConsumerGuide says "rear visibility is hindered by large headrests and thick roof pillars," though the optional "rearview camera and front and rear park assist help in close-quarters maneuvering."


            Conclusion:

            With top crash-test results and all the desired safety features standard, the 2010 Honda Odyssey almost achieves safety perfection.


            FEATURES | 7 out of 10


            Expert Quotes:

            Parenting choices are tough. Thankfully, purchasing an Odyssey is a life-simplifying choice.
            Edmunds
            EX, EX-L, and Touring have an abundance of buttons, switches, and more complicated control design that takes time to understand
            ConsumerGuide
            Four new premium options have also been made available
            Motor Trend

            The Honda Odyssey is offered in four trim levels: LX, EX, EX-L, and Touring. Honda tends to make options available by trim level, so you won't be able to order many of the most desirable extras on an LX or EX without stepping up to a lot more and driving the bottom-line price way up.
            The 2010 Honda Odyssey Touring is plush, with leather upholstery, a navigation system, and rear-seat DVD entertainment system. "The more expensive Odyssey EX-L provides a leather-trimmed interior, heated front seats, a power front passenger seat, a rearview-mirror-mounted backup camera, satellite radio and a sunroof," says Edmunds.
            According to Kelley Blue Book, options exclusive to the "premium Touring model are a power tailgate, memory driver's seat, power-adjustable pedals, front and rear parking sensors and a run-flat tire system." Motor Trend reports that "four new premium options have also been made available, including a Bluetooth HandsFreeLink, four-way power passenger seat, rearview camera display, and memory-linked side mirrors with reverse gear tilt-down. DVD entertainment and voice-activated navigation units also are available."
            ConsumerGuide clarifies that the base LX gets a simpler control layout; they're not necessarily fans of the supposed upgrade in high-end Honda Odyssey models: "EX, EX-L, and Touring have an abundance of buttons, switches, and more complicated control design that takes time to understand."
            Standard on all 2010 Odyssey models are "the disappearing third-row seat, in-floor storage, CD player, dual-zone air conditioning (tri-zone in EX-L and Touring), power windows, keyless entry and cruise control,” reports Kelley Blue Book.
            Conclusion:

            The overall list of features is respectable, but the way Honda bundles convenience features and popular options means that a comparably equipped 2010 Honda Odyssey might be a lot more expensive than rival models.








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            • #7
              Honda Odyssey set to retain sales crown in fading minivan market!

              http://blog.al.com/assembly-lines/20...retain_sa.html




              Honda Honda's Alabama-built Odyssey is leading its competitors in 2009 sales.

              The Alabama-built Honda Odyssey is on track to retain its crown as the country's best-selling minivan this year, amid declining sales for the vehicle and its overall segment.

              The minivan market has been shrinking in recent years, and while some manufacturers have dropped out of the segment entirely, Honda and others are optimistic about its future.

              The coming year should see an increased focus on the segment's offerings. Last week, Toyota took the wraps off its redesigned Sienna at the Los Angeles Auto Show, and Honda is expected to unveil its next-generation Odyssey sometime in 2010.

              Read more about the new Sienna.

              Honda officials won't confirm that the Japanese automaker's Alabama factory in Lincoln is slated to start building redesigned Odysseys next year, but it is widely anticipated since the last redesign was during the 2005 model year.

              Through the end of November, Honda had sold 91,167 Odysseys in the U.S., trailing 2008 by 29 percent. But that total still puts the Odyssey in the lead among its competitors, which are all struggling in the global auto sales slump.

              So far this year, U.S. sales total 82,103 for Chrysler's Dodge Caravan, 76,093 for the Chrysler Town & Country and 75,509 for the Toyota Sienna -- three other minivans at the top of the segment. All have experienced sales declines similar to the Odyssey's.

              The U.S. recession has hit typical minivan buyers -- young families -- particularly hard, said Honda spokeswoman Christina Ra. As a result, they're not buying or trading in as frequently.

              "They're hanging out in their minivan for a longer time," she said.

              Ra added that the minivan segment is never going to go away.

              "There's just no way another vehicle can offer the passenger capacity, cargo capacity and sheer size that a minivan offers," she said.

              But there are plenty of other choices for families' passenger and cargo needs, including SUVs, wagons and large sedans. Industry analysts point to that increasing slate of options to explain the minivan's dwindling market share and note that the segment has a long way to go to return to its peak popularity. Others say the segment will survive, but with fewer offerings.

              The Odyssey became the best-selling minivan in the U.S. for the first time last year, beating the long-time champ, the Dodge Caravan. The victory rang somewhat hollow, however, as it happened in a year marked by historic lows.

              During 2008, Honda sold 135,493 Odysseys, a 22 percent decline from 2007.
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                2011 Honda Odyssey: Concept Debut At The Chicago Auto Show!



                2010 Honda Odyssey
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                Honda has confirmed that it will show the next generation of its Odyssey minivan at the Chicago Auto Show on February 10.

                The current Honda Odyssey has been mostly unchanged since its last major redesign for 2005. For its entire model run, it's impressed TheCarConnection.com for its strong performance and good refinement from the 244-horsepower, 3.5-liter VTEC V-6 engine and five-speed automatic transmission. The Odyssey is the most nimble-feeling of the large minivans and doesn't feel completely out of place on a curvy road. On the downside, we point out in our Bottom Line on the 2010 Honda Odyssey, the instrument panel design is a little too cluttered, the second-row seats don't easily fold out of the way for large cargo items, and some features that are standard on rival models are optional on the Odyssey.
                Another common criticism of the current Odyssey is that it's so heavy (at more than 4,600 pounds for a top-of-the-line Odyssey Touring), that even the cylinder deactivation system included in upscale Odysseys doesn't help overcome mediocre fuel economy (just 16 mpg city, 21 highway for the Touring).
                Toyota just unveiled an all-new Sienna minivan at the Los Angeles show in December, emphasizing that it's sportier and more carlike than ever, and offering a new, slightly more fuel-efficient four-cylinder engine as well as the traditional V-6. The new 2011 Toyota Sienna is set to arrive at dealerships very soon, and our own Marty Padgett drove it just last month.
                Five years ago some were predicting that minivans were a dying breed; GM and Ford dropped their minivans altogether, replacing them with crossover utility models that matched up in terms of ride and handling but didn't always have the vast, reconfigurable interiors that minivan owners had grown to love. According to Automotive News data, the minivan segment did drop, from more than a million sales a year in 2005 to the vicinity of 400,000 in 2009, but it's expected by some to be on the upswing back to 500,000 sales by 2012.




                2010 Honda OdysseyGallery



                Honda sells two different vehicles as the Odyssey. A considerably smaller model, also called the Odyssey—but more of a tall wagon than a minivan—is sold in Japan, Australia, and some other markets.
                We're eager to see what Honda has in store for our next-generation 2011 Odyssey. Will it gain an even better seat arrangement? Better fuel economy? Stay tuned; we'll be there to bring you all the details from Chicago.
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                http://www.thecarconnection.com/mart...cago-auto-show
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                  New Honda Odyssey TV Ad (not for the 2010 Super Bowl) Leverages the Passion and Imagination of Children in the Buying Process of a Minivan - VIDEO ENHANCED




                  Scene from Honda Odyssey "Imagination" TV spot

                  SEE ALSO: Honda Buyers Guide



                  MIAMI - February 3, 2010: The latest ad for the 2010 Honda Odyssey declares: "If your kids can imagine it, we can build it."





                  Traditionally, minivan ads have highlighted the same standard features without taking into consideration what emotions are really influencing the consumer's decision. That was, until Salvador Veloso and Marco Vega, Creative Director and Planning Director at Concept Cafe in Miami, were commissioned by Honda to create the new ad for the Odyssey.
                  The ad created by Concept Cafe for the Odyssey says: this minivan is not only practical; it is a place for your children to flourish. Veloso and Vega's mission was to draw the attention of the Hispanic market and to communicate to TV audiences that the Odyssey brings joy and happiness to their children.



                  YouTube - New Honda Odyssey TV Ad (not for the 2010 Super Bowl)



                  On average, kids in the U.S. spend two hours a day in a vehicle, summing to an astounding thirty days a year buckled in a seatbelt. Conscientious parents are concerned that their children not only be entertained, but moreover, encouraged to exercise their imagination -- freeing their growing minds even as their little bodies are safely strapped in the seat.
                  "We spent a long time researching the target consumer of the Honda Odyssey. We spoke with groups of parents and their children but only the children spoke really passionately about the minivan. To them, the minivan is a playing space, a chatting room, a cinema, a lab, a place where they live great adventures," said Vega.
                  "Children see the world and the minivan completely differently from their parents. That is why the production and filming approach was that of an animated feature film, not a traditional commercial," commented Veloso.
                  Together, Veloso and Vega conceived a clear vision of the ad's target audience: "Parents love their children and want to nourish their imagination and curiosity, while in a safe and comfortable environment. With this ad, we wanted to demonstrate how children see their minivan."
                  Knowing the passion of children for their minivan, Concept Cafe leveraged this knowledge into the Odyssey's continued commercial success. According to the ad, any minivan can transport your kids, but the Odyssey will also enrich their childhood. All aboard for a ride of curiosity and imagination ...

                  http://www.theautochannel.com/news/2...02/464292.html
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                  • #10
                    i just love this ODYSSEY
                    perfectoo for my family
                    now i m thinking of going for it

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                    • #11

                      A family Odyssey:

                      http://au.news.yahoo.com/thewest/motors/a/-/motors/12637674/a-family-odyssey/
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                      • #12
                        Honda Odyssey Receives MotorWeek 2012 Drivers' Choice Award

                        http://www.abc12.com/story/16900079/honda-odyssey-receives-motorweek-2012-drivers-choice-award

                        TORRANCE, Calif., Feb. 9, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- American Honda Motor Co., Inc., announced today that the 2012 Honda Odyssey has received the 2012 MotorWeek Drivers' Choice Award for Best Minivan. This is the sixth time the Odyssey has garnered the Drivers' Choice Award from MotorWeek, with Honda's benchmark minivan having won the award in back-to-back years in 1999/2000, 2005/2006 and now 2011/2012.
                        (Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20120209/LA50928)
                        (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20100923/HONDALOGO)
                        Designed and built(1) in the United States, the eight-passenger Odyssey features the highest EPA(2) highway fuel economy rating for an eight-passenger minivan of 28 mpg for Odyssey Touring. It has also earned the best possible safety ratings from both NHTSA (5-Star Overall Vehicle Score) and the IIHS (TOP SAFETY PICK), an achievement that no other currently-tested minivan can match.
                        "Beyond great packaging, class-leading fuel economy, unparalleled safety ratings and cutting-edge family-friendly features, the Odyssey was designed to be fun to drive." said Michael Accavitti, VP of marketing operations for American Honda. "Being honored with a Motorweek Driver's Choice Award for a second consecutive year confirms that the Odyssey remains the best minivan choice for those who truly enjoy driving."
                        Presented annually since 1983, the MotorWeek Drivers' Choice Award has been awarded 29 times to Honda vehicles. The winner of two Emmy awards, MotorWeek is television's longest running and most respected automotive series. Produced by Maryland Public Television, MotorWeek airs on 89 percent of PBS stations nationwide, and can also be seen on Discovery's Velocity and the V-me Spanish-language network.
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                        (1) Honda products are produced using domestic and globally sourced parts.
                        (2)Based on 2012 EPA mileage estimates. Use for comparison purposes only. Do not compare to models before 2008. Your actual mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle.
                        ©2012 PR Newswire. All Rights Reserved.
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                          Odyssey: Right for Drivers and Families Alike

                          http://www.hondainthenews.com/honda-...amilies-alike/

                          When Honda engineers were designing the Honda Odyssey, they wanted to ensure it would provide a superior transportation solution for both drivers and their families. And based on the Odyssey’s performance in two recent awards programs, it appears they’ve done just that.

                          First, the Odyssey returned as MotorWeek’s Drivers’ Choice winner in the Minivan category, as editors from the longest-running magazine-style auto show in the U.S. praised its “extra-smooth ride, Accord-like handling, and cavernous cabin,” as well as its best-in-class EPA highway mark of 28 mpg. And note that the Odyssey delivers that fuel economy with a V6 powerplant; even with a smaller, four-cylinder engine, the best the Toyota Sienna can do is 24 mpg highway.

                          “Beyond great packaging, class-leading fuel economy, unparalleled safety ratings and cutting-edge family-friendly features, the Odyssey was designed to be fun to drive,” said Michael Accavitti, VP of marketing operations for American Honda. “Being honored with a Motorweek Driver’s Choice Award for a second consecutive year confirms that the Odyssey remains the best minivan choice for those who truly enjoy driving.”

                          Then, for those who enjoy being driven—or are too young to take the wheel—the range-topping Odyssey Touring Elite earned a spot on Parenting Magazine’s list of Smartest Family Cars of 2012. Earning particular praise from the publication were the Odyssey’s Blind Spot Information System, which uses radar sensors to alert drivers of vehicles they may not be able to see, and its comprehensive DVD Rear Entertainment System, which boasts a 16.2-inch display that can show two different video outputs at the same time.

                          “The Odyssey was conceived as the ultimate family vehicle, and the Odyssey Touring Elite takes that concept to an unprecedented new level,” added Accavitti. “Being listed among the Smartest Family Cars pays tribute to the Honda R&D team in Ohio and manufacturing team in Alabama responsible for designing and building the best minivan on the road.”
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                          • #14
                            Spy Shots: facelifted Honda Odyssey pops up in China

                            http://www.carnewschina.com/2012/04/...s-up-in-china/

                            The first spy shots of the facelifted Honda Odyssey, it will debut at the Beijing Auto Show later this month and it will be listed on the Chinese car market soon thereafter. The Honda Odyssey is made in China by the Guangzhou-Honda joint venture.

                            Front and back were updated, nice new chrome part in the grill, new bumpers and new lights. Power comes from a 2.4 with 180hp, mated to a 5-speed automatic. Price will range from 220.000 to 280.000 yuan.

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