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Honda Odyssey Buying Guide:There are very few manufacturers of automobiles that can claim the reliability and long term dependability of Honda. In researching the Honda Odyssey we found that the past history of the transmission has left the minivan with a bit of a tarnished image in terms of being reliable. The engine is strong and most other aspects of the car have help up fairly well. The current 2008 Odyssey looks to improve upon those past transmission issues and it's rated by Consumer Reports as just below that of the Toyota Sienna which gets top billing this year. With 19 miles per gallon overall and an exceptional crash test rating, the Honda Odyssey will surely sell well to families looking for an economical vehicle that will provide a safe driving experience for their family. The handling and overall ride performance make the Odyssey a pleasure to drive.
The Honda minivan is offered in 4 trims - LX ($25860), EX ($28960), EX-L ($32210), and the Touring ($40010). Instead of buying the Odyssey you can always lease it for about $289/month for 36 months with $2799 due at signing. The new exterior features redesigned alloy wheels, a tailgate spoiler, and more front and rear curves. The EX-L model offers a rearview mirror that features the Rearview Camera Display so you can be safer. The Touring model has Bluetooth HandsFreeLink and an MP3/Auxiliary Input jack is also in the newer models. The 3.5 liter engine delivers around 245 HP which gives you power to merge into traffic and get up to freeway speeds without a problem. The Odyssey Touring has the run-flat technology tires so you can keep driving on a punctured tire for up to 125 miles at 50 MPH. The 5-speed automatic transmission gives you a combined mileage rating of 18 to 20 MPG. Choose from 9 exterior colors when buying your Odyssey. The warranty is 3/36,000 for bumper to bumper limited warranty and 5/60,000 (years/miles) on the powertrain. You can find more details, pictures, and pricing available online at http://automobiles.honda.com/odyssey/.
Honda Odyssey Reviews:When it comes to automobile reviews we have found that Edmunds.com, Car and Drive, and Consumer Reports offer up the most relevant and informative tests and surveys on new models. You can always find owner commments on Honda forums online, but it usually take a few months for that feedback to get on the Internet whereas the "experts" get their cars early and put out their opinions long before consumers have a chance to buy the vehicle. Once again CR rates the Odyssey second only to the Toyota Sienna simply because of a reliability issues that goes back a few years on the Odyssey. The current models appear to be improving with smooth rides, better handling, good interior flexibility with seating options, and solid crash test results. Minivans are becoming the new car of choice for families as owning an SUV is too expensive with gas prices. Edmunds.com likes the "roomy cabin", "family friendly features", and "powerful engine". This minivan rates well with all car experts and for practical family vehicles, the Odyssey should sell well.
Used Honda Odyssey:Buying a used car is not the easiest thing to do without getting a little worried that the day after you buy the car it will break down. The Honda Odyssey is available for sale by owners all across the United States on sites like Ebay Motors, Craigslist, or Vehix.com. Honda dealers also carry used vehicles, but you will pay a premium for an Odyssey from a dealership versus a private party. We always recommend taking any used car to a dealer or certified mechanic to get a general diagnostic done on it to make sure no flagrant issues are wrong with it. As you will read down below, the Honda Odyssey had a few years with transmission problems that you should be aware of before committing to buying one. Down below we have given you some general resale prices for Honda Odysseys (per Edmunds.com).
Reliability and Repair History:As we mentioned earlier in this article, the Honda Odyssey doesn't get the stellar reliability ranking that other Honda cars and trucks do. There were a few years (1999-2003) in which certain aspects of the minivan didn't perform up to the standard at which Honda has become known for. In recent years the overall satisfaction and performance levels have increased so the newer models appear to be back to the quality we have all come to expect from Honda. Parts are easy to get on used Hondas and the Odyssey is no different, so even if you have a minor repair it should be rather inexpensive.
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