2010 Honda Odyssey
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Based on analysis of 50 Odyssey reviews and test drives.
Honda Odyssey - What the Auto Press Says
The 2010 Honda Odyssey ranks 1 out of 8 Minivans. This ranking is based on our analysis of 50 published reviews and test drives of the Honda Odyssey, and our analysis of reliability and safety data.
The Odyssey delivers one of the best combinations of performance, quality and interior versatility in its class. It also comes with an extensive list of standard convenience and safety features. The Odyssey receives no major changes for the 2010 model year.
"Honda's Odyssey chugs into model year 2010 still ranked as the top minivan, a position built on a reputation for its quality and family friendliness," says the Fort Worth Star-Telegram. " The Odyssey has received several accolades, including being named one of Consumer Guide's Best Buys in 2009. Reviewers find very little to gripe about with the Odyssey, though they do feel the transmission could downshift more smoothly.
The Odyssey is available in four trims: LX, EX, EX-L, and Touring.
The Toyota Sienna, along with the Odyssey, are generally considered the cream of the crop of the Minivan class.
Be sure to check for current Honda deals that may be available on a new Odyssey.
- "Some mainstream minivan buyers might be put off by Odyssey's taut ride and by the daunting array of buttons and switches on top-line versions. Still, this minivan is a Best Buy for its blend of power, road manners, and versatility." -- Consumer Guide
- "When it comes to hauling people and stuff, the minivan was a better alternative twenty years ago, it was a better alternative to all of those big, ungainly SUVs people insisted on driving, and it's still a better alternative today. Among those minivans, the Honda Odyssey remains king." -- Automobile Magazine
- "The best minivan to drive, the Odyssey offers a smooth powertrain, handsome styling, and Honda build quality." -- Car and Driver
- "It's popular not only with young families with kids, but also empty nesters who like to take leisurely highway trips, and who sometimes need extra seats for grandkids." -- Fort Worth Star-Telegram
- "While some may believe the end is nigh for the minivan segment, Honda is out to prove it's anything but…." -- Motor Trend
Odyssey Performance - 9.3 (Excellent)
The 2010 Odyssey leads its class in performance for good reason. Reviewers say it's powerful, fuel-efficient and handles like a car. U.S. News reviewer Rick Newman says, "The Odyssey is arguably the best-performing minivan on the market." Still, the Odyssey's ride isn't perfect. Read More
Odyssey Exterior - 7.8 (Good)
Though the Odyssey doesn't break much ground with its tame exterior design, few would classify it as ugly -- and reviewers believe it looks better than previous generations. "In the styling department, the Odyssey has evolved into a much more striking van," writes Car and Driver. Read More
Odyssey Interior - 8.9 (Very Good)
The 2010 Honda Odyssey's interior boasts enough space for seven or eight passengers, 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. Compared to the other minivans in its class, the Odyssey's cabin is top-notch. Read More
Odyssey Safety - 9.9 (Excellent)
The 2010 Honda Odyssey performs exceptionally well in federal government crash tests, and comes equipped with a wide array of active and passive safety features, including Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) and three-row side curtain air bags. Read More
Odyssey Reliability - NA
Honda offers competitive warranty coverage on all of its cars, including a three-year/36,000-mile bumper-to-bumper warranty. Honda maintains a solid reputation for excellent build quality. Read More
