![]() ![]() There is body roll, of course, but the Odyssey’s demeanor on the road is always under control. The suspension strikes a nice balance between comfort and stability, which means the Odyssey doesn’t simply roll over and grossly understeer whenever the wheel is turned more than ten degrees. Again, good handling isn’t the sort of thing one associates with minivans, but the Odyssey handles more like a car than any of its competitors. The Odyssey also gets a nod for being the best-handling minivan. It may not sound like much of an advantage, but the more gears there are, the more likely the transmission can match the needs of any given situation, whether that be power or fuel-efficiency. That’s one more gear than the Chrysler Pacifica and two more than the Toyota Sienna and Kia Sedona. It features cylinder deactivation technology that conserves fuel when operating under light loads, like highway cruising, and is backed by a 10-speed automatic transmission. ![]() Plus, the Odyssey’s engine is supported by a lot of tech. Those numbers aren’t best in class (the V6-powered Chrysler Pacifica offers 287 hp and 262 lb-ft), but they’re darn close. In terms of power, the Odyssey comes packing heat in the form of a high-tech 3.5-liter V6 producing 280 horsepower and 262 pound-feet of torque. With the Odyssey, though, they’re worth mentioning. In the world of minivans, qualities like acceleration and handling usually aren’t even mentioned as a possibility, let alone debated over whether or not they’re any good. The most extraordinary thing about the Odyssey in terms of performance is that there’s any to speak of. This may be a minivan, but in terms of comfort, it’s the most affordable limousine money can buy. ![]() There's nary a squeak or rattle – a testament to Honda’s build quality – and arguments between backseat passengers won’t be interrupted by outside noises from things such as the road, wind, and engine creeping in. The ride isn’t overly soft, and the suspension isolates occupants from road irregularities and keeps body motions in check. The Odyssey’s suspension and good sound isolation also contribute to its perfect score in this category. By the tape, Honda says the Odyssey will fit 158 cubic feet of cargo in this configuration, which makes it as useful for hauling things as a Ford F-150. There’s room for a 4x8 sheet of plywood to fit. With all of the rear seats either stowed or removed, the cargo area resembles a blimp hangar. What’s it called? Magic Slide, of course. It’s a handy feature when trying to fit three car seats together on the second row. They do, however, have a unique sliding feature that lets you push the outboard seats closer to the middle or pull them out. Removing the second-row seats is not as easy they have to be lifted out the old fashioned way (sorry, no Stow ‘N Go seats here). From the seat’s upright position, stowing either side of the 60/40 split Magic Seat requires simply pulling one strap and letting gravity do the work of flipping the seats backwards into the deep well where they disappear, leaving only a flat cargo floor. In particular, the third row of the Odyssey, which Honda calls the Magic Seat, is easiest to stow among all vehicles with three rows, and that includes ones with a power-folding feature. As mentioned, the windows are large so it’s not claustrophobic, and head and legroom are good for average-sized people.īeing a minivan, the Odyssey offers excellent cargo-carrying capabilities too. Lastly, the third-row is a legitimately good space for anyone to occupy, even adults. The hip point of the seats – the height of the seat cushion relative to your hips when standing outside – is also perfect for people of average height, so entering is a matter of sliding in, not climbing up. All of the seats, but especially the front ones, support a pain-free posture for comfortable long-haul motoring. ![]() There’s not a bad seat in the house, and this thing seats seven people. ![]()
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