Honda Odyssey Used Buying Guide
Hondas are often known for their reliability, roomy interiors, and family-friendly interiors, and a used Odyssey is no different. If you’re looking for these features, then you’re in luck. Having been around since the ‘90s, there are a ton of options to pick from. We’ll break down some of the generations and the models so you know what to look for.
Key Takeaways:
- The Odyssey offers great space, making it the perfect soccer mom vehicle.
- Being that all trims are powered by the same engine, you can go for features you want, and not have to worry about the best mileage.
- If you want the safest option, then a 2022 would be the one for you.
Fifth Generation (2018-Present)
Hitting the roads as a 2018 model, this came in 5 trims. The trims are the LX, EX, EX-L, Touring, and Elite. If you find yourself looking at a trim above the EX, you’ll be treated to Honda Sensing. This comes with tons of safety and driver-assistance features.
Some of these features are collision mitigation braking system, lane keeping assist, road departure mitigation, and adaptive cruise control. These same trim levels come with the new Magic Slide second row seats. These can slide sideways, making it easier to get in and out.
All models are equipped with an 8-inch touchscreen that has phone connectivity. While the Touring and Elite trims come with CabinTalk, a PA system that makes it easy to talk to people in the third row. As well as a 10.2-inch rear entertainment system, a hands-free power tailgate, and a heated steering wheel.
No matter the trim, they all come equipped with the same engine. This engine is the 3.5L V6, making 280 horsepower. While power isn’t too important on a family van, the mileage is. This comes with an EPA-rated 22 MPG combined for the entire generation, getting up to 429 miles of range.
Starting with 2021 models, every trim is now equipped with Honda Sensing, with a rear seat reminder being added to the CabinWatch system, making sure that no one gets left inside. Other changes to the build of the vehicle in 2022 gave the vehicle the IIHS’ Top Safety Pick+.
For the 2023 model, the LX was dropped, while the Sport trim was added. This sat towards the middle of the pack, and it came with a sportier look.
With the 2024 model being relatively the same, the big changes came in for the 2025 model. This saw the EX trim get discontinued, leaving the EX-L as the base trim, with the Sport being renamed to the Sport-L.
Some new features in this model are a larger 9-inch display, coming with wireless phone connectivity, a wireless phone charger, and more USB-C ports throughout the interior, helping everyone stay connected on long journeys.
The rear entertainment system also saw some upgrades, now sitting at 12.8 inches, but with this change, the disc drive was removed, taking away the ability to watch DVDs and Blu-ray.
No matter the trim, you can find comfortable seats. The third row has 38.1 inches of legroom, while the second row gets more at 40.9 inches. This is the same amount as the front row, making every seating position spacious.
Fourth Generation (2011-2017)
When this generation came out, it came with 5 trims. These trims are the LX, EX, EX-L, Touring, and Touring Elite. For the top of the top-of-the-line trims, you can look for a 16.2-inch display, which makes it easy and enjoyable to watch movies on.
A voice-controlled satellite GPS and HDD navigation system is available on Touring and Touring Elite models. If you find something from the EX-L and above, you can find a cool box, which helps keep items cold, thanks to the AC.
This model was powered by the same size engine, but thanks to a slightly larger tank, you can get up to 462 miles on one tank.
Why should I get a used Honda Odyssey?
Because this is the best used minivan with third-row comfort. It comes with some great family-friendly features and is safe. Letting you rest assured knowing that whenever you and your family get in, you’ll be taken care of. If you're wanting to get behind the wheel of one, come see us today at Car2Sell here in Hillside, New Jersey!