2017 Honda Odyssey

"The Honda Odyssey has long been popular in the minivan segment for its above-average driving experience as well as its many standard and available features." - Mototr Trend

The base trim of the 2017 Odyssey starts at $29,850 and is not the most lucrative choice to make. Investing $4000 more will land you a more functional model with a plethora of standard features. These upgrades have landed Honda in the same territory as the Chrysler Pacifica and Toyota Sienna.

The 2017 Honda Odyssey Minivan is powered by a 3.5-liter SOHC 24-valve i-VTEC V-6 producing 248 hp and 250 lb-ft of torque. The Odyssey is EPA-rated for 19/27/22 mpg city/highway/combined. 

LX, EX, SE, EX-L, Touring, and Touring Elite are the six trim levels available for the 2017 Honda Odyssey. The LX is the base model, offering the most adaptability for the least amount of money. For 2017, Honda has added sound-isolating windshields to more models and enabled extras like rear-seat entertainment systems and in-car vacuums accessible on a wider range of models. 

Trims	LX	EX	SE	EX-L	Touring	Touring elite
MSRP	$ 29,850	$ 33,000	$ 33,950	$36,500	$42,755	$45,325
Features	Rearview camera with guidelines	Smart entry	Honda VAC built-in vacuum	Forward collision warning	18-inch alloy wheels	Ultrawide rear entertainment system
	8-Inch Multi-Information display	17-inch alloy wheels	Honda rear entertainment system	Lane Departure warning	Integrated third-row sunshades	Blindspot entertainment system
	Bluetooth Hands free link one-motion 60/40 split 3rd-row magic seat	Second Row sunshades	115 volt-power outlet	Leather-wrapped steering wheel	Driver’s seat with 10-way power adjustment.	Honda VAC (built-in vacuum)
	USB Audio Interface	Honda Lane watch	Sirius XM-radio	Auto-dimming rearview mirror	One magic 60/40 rotation seat	650-watt premium audio system with 12 speakers
	Anti-Lock Braking system	Tri-Zone anti automatic climate control system		Centre stack lower storage bin with a cool box	Power lumbar sport and two-position memory
	Childproof rear door locks	Multi-function second-row center seat				HD radio

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The fact that Honda offers six trim levels on the Odyssey makes your choice even more difficult. However, for a budget buyer, you should go with the EX trim as there is no change in the powertrain though out the Odyssey lineup and this trim adds the maximum number of features without affecting the price that much.

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Agility is a surprising trait in a minivan, but the Odyssey delivers, and its ride isn’t compromised as a result. The Odyssey is quick, too, but its braking performance is slightly below average- Caranddriver.com

The 2017 Odyssey comes with a decent 3.5L V6 engine which is shared among all the trims. The engine is silent and smooth, the way all minivan engines should be. Slight bubbling of the engine could be heard as the rpm spikes while sprinting.

The engine is mated with a paired 9-speed automatic transmission which is untouched for the trim levels of LX, EX, EX-L, and EX-L with Navi and RES. The top 2 trims of Touring and Elite are paired with a brand new 10-speed automatic transmission which generates an additional 32 hp from the 2017 model.

Model	2017 Honda Odyssey	2017 Toyota Sienna	2017 Chrysler Pacifica
MSRP	$29,850	$32,540	$28,995
Engine	3.5L, V-6	3.5L, V-6	3.6L, V-6
Transmission	10-speed automatic, FWD	8-speed automatic, FWD	9-speed automatic, FWD
Power	248 hp @ 5700 rpm	296 hp @ 6600 rpm	287 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque	250 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm	263 lb-ft @ 4700 rpm	262 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm

The engine specs remain constant in all three cars. The difference lies in the transmission with the top 2 trims sharing a 10-speed transmission followed by the Chrysler’s 9-speed automatic and Sienna’s 8-speed automatic. The torque and horsepower remain the same for the trio as well.

2017 Honda Odyssey Minivan Acceleration

The extra 32 hp boost gives the new Odyssey sufficient acceleration. It sprints from 0 to 60 mph in a 6.6 second time. However, the new Odyssey performs mediocre in the quarter-mile run with its 15.2-second performance.

Model	2017 Honda Odyssey	2017 Toyota Sienna	2017 Chrysler Pacifica
0-60 mph	6.6 secs	6.9 secs	7.3 secs
Quarter-mile	15.2 secs	15.2 secs	15.8 secs
Top Speed	N/A	N/A	115 mph

Acceleration is not a promising comparison factor for this one, all cars share a similar 0-60 mph timing. The same goes for the quarter-mile run.

2017 Honda Odyssey Minivan Ride and Handling

2017 Honda Odyssey is comfortable and precise, through the car faces a little body roll. It also has responsive steering which handles sharp turns well making the overall ride an enjoyable experience. 

2017 Honda Odyssey Minivan Braking

The brake paddle is on the softer side and can easily stop the car, a minivan couldn’t ask for more. Although its breaking distance is not as great as other minivans, the Odyssey stops from 60 mph at 184 feet, slightly longer than the competitors.

Model	2017 Honda Odyssey	2017 Toyota Sienna	2017 Chrysler Pacifica
Front(in)	12.6	12.9	13
Rear(in)	13	12.2	13
Curb Weight(lbs)	4581	4590	4600
60-0(mph)	131	128	125

 

The fuel economy is unchanged in all trims of the 2017 Honda Odyssey, with a city mileage of 19 mpg and highway mileage of 28 mpg. The higher trims of Touring and Elite, on the other hand, perform slightly better. With a 21-gallon gasoline tank, the Odyssey has a range averaging 462 miles.

Model	2017 Honda Odyssey	2017 Toyota Sienna	2017 Chrysler Pacifica
MPG (city)	19	19	19
MPG (highway)	27	27	28
MPG (combined)	22	22	22
Tank Capacity(gal)	21.0 gal	20.0 gal	19.0 gal
Range(City/Highway/Combined)	399/567/462	380/540/440	342/532/418

The Chrysler Pacifica outshine other minivans with its 31mpg result. Odyssey and the competition manages to score similar numbers which are not that compelling but apt for a minivan.

“The smartly designed cabin accommodates people and cargo with equal effectiveness. Superbly flexible seating layout makes the Odyssey highly configurable. There's even a vacuum cleaner on board in this top-trim mode”- Edmunds

2017 Honda Odyssey Minivan Seating and Comfort

The 2017 Honda Odyssey offers plenty of space and comfort for up to 7 passengers.  The second and third rows of seats are the roomiest in the minivan. The second-row seats slide and recline to provide additional comfort or to make room for the third-row seating and cargo compartment.

Model	2017 Honda Odyssey	2017 Toyota Sienna	2017 Chrysler Pacifica
Passenger Capacity	7	8	7
(Headroom/Shoulder room/Legroom) Seat 1	40.7/63.1/40.9	41/65/40.5	40.1/63.8/41.1
(Headroom/Shoulder room/Legroom) Seat 2	36.5/61.1/40.9	39.7/64.6/37.6	39.6/63/40.9
(Headroom/Shoulder room/Legroom) Seat 3	38.3/60/38.1	38.3/61.6/36.3	38.7/61.2/36.5

Cloth upholstery is standard, however, some versions include leather upholstery and heated front seats as options. The Pacifier impressed with its foldable second-row seating, but the Odyssey lacks this feature. The passengers must remove the entire seat, which is a difficult and time-consuming job.

2017 Honda Odyssey Minivan Cargo space

There are 38.6 cubic feet of cargo space behind the third row of seats, 92 cubic feet behind the second row, and 158 cubic feet behind the first row. The third row of seats easily folds flat to load large cargo. However, in Pacifier the second-row seat option bends in the floor leaving a rather smoother surface.

Model	2017 Honda Odyssey	2017 Toyota Sienna	2017 Chrysler Pacifica
Cargo Volume (cu-ft)	158 cu-ft	150 cu-ft	140 cu-ft

There is only so much you can do to style a minivan, originally, it’s still a big car with a lot of volume. Its Magic Slide seating mechanism makes it a winner in comfort but is a clear obstacle for extending the cargo space.

2017 Honda Odyssey Minivan Infotainment system

The infotainment system comprises an 8-inch touch screen (except for the base LX trim), which literally converts into a smartphone’s screen, thus creating easy usability. With the old system being laggy and unresponsive this one is intuitive and shift while changing menus. 

Other features include Cabin Control (which lets you send destinations to the Odyssey's navigation system and control the rear-seat entertainment system and climate settings with your smartphone), Cabin Talk (which lets the driver communicate with the second-and third-row passengers using a microphone), Honda VAC (an in-vehicle vacuum), Cabin Watch (which uses a camera to provide a view of the second and third rows on the touch-screen display), Honda Link (which gives you remote access to your minivan), a Wi-Fi hotspot. In Elite and Touring class there is an option of rear camera, where parents could have a close look at their child’s activities at the back.

Interior Features

• An easy to use Infotainment system
• A vast cargo space, luggage efficient
• An old school navigation system
• A voice recognition system
• An active moon roofs
• Spacious and really comfortable seats

“Lightning bolt-style window line and all, at least the Honda Odyssey is trying. Style isn't the first consideration of minivan buyers—it ranks down there with easy to find roll cage mounting points—but at least the 2017 Honda Odyssey doesn't penalize buyers”- The Car Connection

2017 Honda Odyssey Minivan Dimensions and Weight

The Odyssey is 118.1 inches in length, 79 inches in width, and 84 inches in height. These figures might make it seem, but the Odyssey feels like a regular car behind the wheel. The good handling and well-built structure make navigating in the city's congested streets a breeze.

Thanks to its low roofline, dramatic tumblehome, blacked-out B- and C-pillars, and wide stance, the 2017 Odyssey looks more sporty. Chrome door handles and window framing are standard on most trim levels.

Model	2017 Honda Odyssey	2017 Toyota Sienna	2017 Chrysler Pacifica
Curb Weight (lbs)	4396	4415	4330
Length (in)	202.9	200.2	203.8
Width (in)	79.3	78.1	79.6
Height (in)	68.4	70.7	69.9
Ground Clearance (in)	5.8	6.5	5.1
Wheelbase (in)	118.1	119.3	121.6

Pacifica is the clear victor in terms of overall appearance. The Odyssey's dimensions are similar to the Pacifica's, but it is shorter in height, providing the Pacifica more headroom. Despite this, it is 170 pounds lighter than the Pacifica. Although the Toyota Sienna is a fun ride, it is shorter in all three dimensions, restricting the spaciousness. 

2017 Honda Odyssey Minivan Exterior Features :

• 17-inch Alloy wheels
• Stylish siding door 
• Automatic side rear lights 
• The active stylish body design 
• Longer in minivans than rest of the present ones.

The 2017 odyssey gains an all-star rating from both the NHTSA and the IIHS which makes it an ideal pick under the safety regime. With its wide-opening rear doors and hassle-free rear-facing infant seats, it’s best for families with young children. Odyssey’s standard safety features are available in all but not in the base LX trim, the bundle includes automated emergency braking, lane-keeping assist, adaptive cruise control, and automatic high-beam headlamps, to name a few.

• Lane departure warning
• Road departure mitigation system
• Forward collision warning
• Collision mitigation warning system

2017 Honda Odyssey Minivan vs 2017 Toyota Sienna 

The Toyota Sienna is the next best thing after the Odyssey, and its 16 more horsepower make it a strong contender to unseat Honda as the sector leader, albeit its limited cargo volume prevents it from doing so. Then there's Toyota's long-standing reputation for superior fuel efficiency. Being the sector leader, though, is about more than just providing goods; it's also about delivering them at the appropriate price. As a result, the Odyssey remains the finest.

2017 Honda Odyssey Minivan vs 2017 Chrysler Pacifica

With its additional 7 hp, the Pacifica handily defeats the Odyssey in a horsepower battle. However, power is not the major reason for purchasing a minivan; payload is the main concern. The Pacifica has a modest load capacity, giving Odyssey an obvious edge. Chrysler outperforms Honda in terms of efficiency, becoming the most efficient vehicle in the lineup. 

 

With the Odyssey, Honda sets the bar for the minivan community. The onboard passengers will enjoy the extraordinary comfort of personal space thanks to an updated infotainment system that received excellent safety ratings and an amazing sitting experience. The only negative aspect of this vehicle is the arduous process of removing the second seat in order to maximize cargo capacity.

 

2017 Honda Odyssey Minivan FAQs

How much does the 2017 Honda Odyssey Minivan cost?

The 2017 Honda Odyssey is priced between $24,900 and $38,000. The average cost is approximately $31,900.

How much cargo space does the 2017 Honda Odyssey Minivan have?

The 2017 Honda Odyssey has a cargo capacity of 38.4 cu.ft behind the rear seats and 93.1 cu.ft with the third row folded flat.

What are the main interior features of the 2017 Honda Odyssey Minivan?

The basic layout of the 2017 Odyssey seats seven passengers, or eight with the optional second-row center seat. Cloth upholstery is standard, although some variants offer leather upholstery and heated front seats as options.

Is the 2017 Honda Odyssey Minivan Safe?

In crash tests, the 2017 Odyssey performs admirably. The NHTSA gave it a five-star overall rating and it achieved the highest result in test conducted by the IIHS.