2007 Honda Odyssey [ 2008 ]
Honda Odyssey
Overall Score - 9.5 (Excellent)
The Odyssey delivers one of the best combinations of power, road-handling, and cargo/passenger versatility in its class. Moreover, a long list of standard convenience and safety features, combined with Honda's reputation for manufacturing quality vehicles, makes it deserving of your attention.
The 2007 Honda Odyssey receives accolades for its class-leading powertrain, sedan-like handling, eight-passenger capacity, expansive cargo room, seating versatility, long list of standard convenience and safety features, and record of reliability. In fact, the Odyssey is the recipient of the 2007 Car and Driver "5 Best Trucks," Edmunds "Most Wanted" and Consumer Guide "Best Buy" awards. Available in four trim-levels -- LX, EX, EX-L, and Touring -- the Honda Odyssey is described by the Boston Globe as being the "perfect car."
According to U.S. News reviewer Rick Newman, "The Odyssey is arguably the best-performing minivan on the market." Aside from mixed reviews on its transmission's ability to downshift smoothly, reviewers appear to be impressed by its powerful V6 engine and fuel-efficient Variable Cylinder Management (VCM) system. Despite minor steering woes and its suspension's inability to shield rear passengers against harsh road bumps, the Odyssey's superb brake system contributes to an overall pleasing driving experience.
While auto writers generally agree that the Odyssey's exterior body styling is nothing to gawk at, none appear to be altogether dismayed by its design. Its interior cabin, on the other hand, receives widespread praise for its ergonomic design, many convenience features, and overall versatility. Automotive.com boasts, "Inside, the Odyssey is comfortable and convenient."
Perhaps most important for a family-oriented vehicle is the fact that the 2007 Honda is outfitted with an impressive list of standard safety equipment, and even scores highly in both government and private crash tests. Adding to this is a level of reliability that has a reviewer at Automobile.com declaring, "I confidently rate the Odyssey as one of the most -- if not the most -- operationally refined minivans on the market."
While IntelliChoice gives the Honda Odyssey a rating of “excellent” for its predicted five-year total cost of ownership, compared to other vehicles in its class, Kelley Blue Book warns that "the only deterrent to purchasing an Odyssey may be its high price and limited availability." MSN explains, "You can't be a bargain hunter if you want a new Odyssey. This is not a bargain-priced van." Nevertheless, Automotive.com still asserts that "the Odyssey delivers everything you could ask for in a minivan."
Odyssey Performance - 9.5 (Excellent)
The 2007 Honda Odyssey is praised for its powerful engine, fair fuel efficiency, and smooth car-like handling. Nevertheless, minor transmission, steering and suspension woes impact its overall driving experience. Even so, U.S. News reviewer Rick Newman asserts, "The Odyssey is arguably the best-performing minivan on the market." continue
Odyssey Exterior - 5.8 (Mediocre)
Most auto reviewers don't consider the Odyssey's exterior body style to be extraordinarily attractive or eye-catching. Still, very few would classify it as ugly. While Kelley Blue Book claims that "the third-generation Odyssey emerges as a refined version of its former self," other reviewers, like Automobile Magazine, assert that it's "good-looking" -- for a minivan. continue
Odyssey Interior - 9.2 (Excellent)
The Honda Odyssey receives accolades for having a spacious, comfortable and versatile interior cabin. In addition to having enough space for seven or eight passengers, the Odyssey also maintains an impressive list of standard convenience features and expansive cargo room. "All the switches and materials are top notch, and the overall look and feel is more luxury car than grocery getter," says Automobile Magazine. continue
Odyssey Safety - 9.6 (Excellent)
Auto reviewers are generally pleased with the long list of standard safety features equipped on the 2007 Odyssey. Government crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) award the 2007 Honda Odyssey a perfect score of 5 stars for both frontal and side impact crash tests, as well as a rollover rating of 4 of 5 stars. continue
Odyssey Reliability - 7.0 (Good)
The 2007 Honda Odyssey reliability score shown is the Predicted Reliability rating provided by J.D. Power and Associates. This score is based on trending the past three years of historical initial quality and dependability data from J.D. Power's automotive studies, specifically the Vehicle Dependability Study (VDS) and the Initial Quality Study (IQS). Honda offers competitive warranty coverage on all of its cars, including a three-year/36,000-mile bumper-to-bumper warranty. continue