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About HONDA Odyssey

The Odyssey is Honda's large, comfortable minivan that has been in production since 1994. Across all its generations, the Honda Odyssey has been a top pick by those with larger families and drivers who need to ferry around larger numbers. Not only does the Odyssey come with a spacious cabin with seven to eight seats, but it is also furnished with many luxuries to ensure that passengers enjoy a comfortable ride. Although a minivan, the Honda Odyssey had a raised-wagon-like design until 2013, when the body style was discontinued. To find out more about the Honda Odyssey, keep reading.

Origin


The first Honda Odyssey was designed and launched in 1994 as a spacious and versatile vehicle specifically aimed at the US market. It was built on the platform of the fifth-generation Accord sedan, which provided a solid foundation for its reliability and performance. The Odyssey featured a raised wagon design, offering ample interior space and improved practicality for families and travelers. With its three-row seating configuration, innovative storage solutions, and user-friendly features, the Odyssey quickly became a popular choice among consumers seeking a comfortable and functional minivan solution.

First Generation (RA1-RA5; 1994-1998)


Launched in 1994, the first generation Honda Odyssey was a roomy wagon that offered either a six- or seven-seater version. It featured only petrol engines--a 2.2 L and later a 2.3 L VTEC inline four-cylinder--both mated to a four-speed automatic transmission. The 3.0 L V6 was introduced in later generations. It was well-received both domestically in Japan and abroad, winning the Automotive Researchers' and Journalists' Conference Car of the Year award in Japan in 1995.

Second Generation (RA6-RA9; 1999-2002)


The second generation Odyssey was 85mm longer and 40mm wider than the outgoing model. This was also the first Honda to receive the Honda S-Matic function--a Tiptronic-like manual mode on the automatic transmission that allowed for gear shifting through gear selectors. Inside, the second generation Odyssey got a new touchscreen-based digital climate control system and standard wood-grain trim on all models.

Engines were either a 2.3 L inline four-cylinder or a 3.0 L V6 six-cylinder, both of which were petrol.

Third Generation (RB1/2; 2003-2007)


The third generation can be considered as the first redesign of the Odyssey. It had a car-like appearance thanks to a sleeker and lower stance, giving it better handling. It could seat seven passengers across its three rows of seats and boasted a good amount of storage space. Just one engine was available for the third generation--a 2.4 L VTEC inline four-cylinder that could produce up to 197 hp in the highest trim. This came mated to either a CVT with seven-speed mode or a five-speed automatic transmission with S-Matic.

Fourth Generation (RB3/4; 2008-2012)


Like the preceding generation, the fourth-generation Odyssey featured a low center of gravity and height, giving it better handling and allowing it to be easily parked in Japanese parking lots. Improvement highlights for this generation included electronic stability control and standard curtain airbags across all grades. The engine for the fourth generation Odyssey was a 2.4 L VTEC inline four-cylinder mated to either a CVT or five-speed automatic transmission that delivered more power and better fuel efficiency than that of the third generation.

Fifth Generation (RC; 2013-present)


Unveiled in 2013, the fifth generation Odyssey came as either a seven- or eight-seater. It was larger and more spacious than ever before - premium cradle seats with ottomans were available for the second row, and its rear-hinged doors were swapped out for dual power sliding doors. As part of its first facelift in 2017, the Odyssey got new bumpers, LED fog lamps, chrome front grille fascia, and a more plush captain's chair on the second row. Its second facelift in 2020 brought motion-detection sliding doors and a redesigned dash with a 7.0-inch display alongside a redesigned grille, headlights, and tail lights.

Its engine was either a 2.4 L i-VTEC inline four-cylinder petrol or a 2.0 L i-VTEC inline four-cylinder petrol hybrid in the hybrid version.

Engine Performance & Technology


Each of Honda's engines in the Odyssey is geared towards performance, fuel efficiency, and reliability. Some of their engine technologies have revolutionized the industry as a whole, such as their VTEC Variable Valve Timing and Lift Electronic Control system, which has been available in their vehicles since 1989. VTEC optimizes air and fuel flow to maximize power without sacrificing reliability.

In 2001, Honda upgraded the VTEC to the i-VTEC, the "Intelligent" version of the valve timing system. i-VTEC allows an engine to have low-speed and high-speed camshafts, maximizing engine performance at every RPM range.

For greater fuel efficiency in their vehicles, Honda has introduced the Earth Dreams suite of technologies that include engine enhancements for improved performance and fuel efficiency, such as VTEC and i-VTEC, as well as optimized engine rigidity and combustion pressure for their diesel engines.

Safety & Reliability


It doesn't get much safer than in a Honda Odyssey. Besides all the safety features that you will expect as standard, newer Odysseys can also feature advanced technologies such as Vehicle Stability Assist, Advanced Compatibility Engineering body structure, and their suite of Honda Sensing® Safety & Driver-Assistive Technologies, which includes Collision Mitigation Braking System, Road Departure Mitigation System, Adaptive Cruise Control, Lane Keep Assist System, and Traffic Sign Recognition assist, among many others. The exact list of safety features will depend on the model, model year, and trim of Honda.

Trim Configurations


Honda Odyssey trims vary by their generation. For example, the third generation received the S, M, L, and Absolute trims, with the Aero edition added later to the lineup. The M came with 16-inch wheels, whereas the L got a Honda HDD navigation system with voice recognition, a rear camera, and a progressive commander.

Conclusion


The Honda Odyssey is a fine MPV that will let you transport your passengers as safely and comfortably as possible. Find one in good condition and at a great price here with BE FORWARD.

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About HONDA Odyssey

The Odyssey is Honda's large, comfortable minivan that has been in production since 1994. Across all its generations, the Honda Odyssey has been a top pick by those with larger families and drivers who need to ferry around larger numbers. Not only does the Odyssey come with a spacious cabin with seven to eight seats, but it is also furnished with many luxuries to ensure that passengers enjoy a comfortable ride. Although a minivan, the Honda Odyssey had a raised-wagon-like design until 2013, when the body style was discontinued. To find out more about the Honda Odyssey, keep reading.

Origin


The first Honda Odyssey was designed and launched in 1994 as a spacious and versatile vehicle specifically aimed at the US market. It was built on the platform of the fifth-generation Accord sedan, which provided a solid foundation for its reliability and performance. The Odyssey featured a raised wagon design, offering ample interior space and improved practicality for families and travelers. With its three-row seating configuration, innovative storage solutions, and user-friendly features, the Odyssey quickly became a popular choice among consumers seeking a comfortable and functional minivan solution.

First Generation (RA1-RA5; 1994-1998)


Launched in 1994, the first generation Honda Odyssey was a roomy wagon that offered either a six- or seven-seater version. It featured only petrol engines--a 2.2 L and later a 2.3 L VTEC inline four-cylinder--both mated to a four-speed automatic transmission. The 3.0 L V6 was introduced in later generations. It was well-received both domestically in Japan and abroad, winning the Automotive Researchers' and Journalists' Conference Car of the Year award in Japan in 1995.

Second Generation (RA6-RA9; 1999-2002)


The second generation Odyssey was 85mm longer and 40mm wider than the outgoing model. This was also the first Honda to receive the Honda S-Matic function--a Tiptronic-like manual mode on the automatic transmission that allowed for gear shifting through gear selectors. Inside, the second generation Odyssey got a new touchscreen-based digital climate control system and standard wood-grain trim on all models.

Engines were either a 2.3 L inline four-cylinder or a 3.0 L V6 six-cylinder, both of which were petrol.

Third Generation (RB1/2; 2003-2007)


The third generation can be considered as the first redesign of the Odyssey. It had a car-like appearance thanks to a sleeker and lower stance, giving it better handling. It could seat seven passengers across its three rows of seats and boasted a good amount of storage space. Just one engine was available for the third generation--a 2.4 L VTEC inline four-cylinder that could produce up to 197 hp in the highest trim. This came mated to either a CVT with seven-speed mode or a five-speed automatic transmission with S-Matic.

Fourth Generation (RB3/4; 2008-2012)


Like the preceding generation, the fourth-generation Odyssey featured a low center of gravity and height, giving it better handling and allowing it to be easily parked in Japanese parking lots. Improvement highlights for this generation included electronic stability control and standard curtain airbags across all grades. The engine for the fourth generation Odyssey was a 2.4 L VTEC inline four-cylinder mated to either a CVT or five-speed automatic transmission that delivered more power and better fuel efficiency than that of the third generation.

Fifth Generation (RC; 2013-present)


Unveiled in 2013, the fifth generation Odyssey came as either a seven- or eight-seater. It was larger and more spacious than ever before - premium cradle seats with ottomans were available for the second row, and its rear-hinged doors were swapped out for dual power sliding doors. As part of its first facelift in 2017, the Odyssey got new bumpers, LED fog lamps, chrome front grille fascia, and a more plush captain's chair on the second row. Its second facelift in 2020 brought motion-detection sliding doors and a redesigned dash with a 7.0-inch display alongside a redesigned grille, headlights, and tail lights.

Its engine was either a 2.4 L i-VTEC inline four-cylinder petrol or a 2.0 L i-VTEC inline four-cylinder petrol hybrid in the hybrid version.

Engine Performance & Technology


Each of Honda's engines in the Odyssey is geared towards performance, fuel efficiency, and reliability. Some of their engine technologies have revolutionized the industry as a whole, such as their VTEC Variable Valve Timing and Lift Electronic Control system, which has been available in their vehicles since 1989. VTEC optimizes air and fuel flow to maximize power without sacrificing reliability.

In 2001, Honda upgraded the VTEC to the i-VTEC, the "Intelligent" version of the valve timing system. i-VTEC allows an engine to have low-speed and high-speed camshafts, maximizing engine performance at every RPM range.

For greater fuel efficiency in their vehicles, Honda has introduced the Earth Dreams suite of technologies that include engine enhancements for improved performance and fuel efficiency, such as VTEC and i-VTEC, as well as optimized engine rigidity and combustion pressure for their diesel engines.

Safety & Reliability


It doesn't get much safer than in a Honda Odyssey. Besides all the safety features that you will expect as standard, newer Odysseys can also feature advanced technologies such as Vehicle Stability Assist, Advanced Compatibility Engineering body structure, and their suite of Honda Sensing® Safety & Driver-Assistive Technologies, which includes Collision Mitigation Braking System, Road Departure Mitigation System, Adaptive Cruise Control, Lane Keep Assist System, and Traffic Sign Recognition assist, among many others. The exact list of safety features will depend on the model, model year, and trim of Honda.

Trim Configurations


Honda Odyssey trims vary by their generation. For example, the third generation received the S, M, L, and Absolute trims, with the Aero edition added later to the lineup. The M came with 16-inch wheels, whereas the L got a Honda HDD navigation system with voice recognition, a rear camera, and a progressive commander.

Conclusion


The Honda Odyssey is a fine MPV that will let you transport your passengers as safely and comfortably as possible. Find one in good condition and at a great price here with BE FORWARD.

BE FORWARD : Excellent cars stocked in Japan, Singapore, UK, UAE, Thailand, and Korea, safely delivered worldwide to your location.

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