Used Honda Odyssey Quick Facts
- The 2018-and-newer Honda Odyssey models are among the most desirable because of the addition of advanced driver-assist systems. If we had to pick specific years, we’d opt for the 2021 through 2024 model years.
- The Honda Odyssey holds strong resale and reliability ratings, and this minivan can tow up to 3,500 pounds.
- Honda moved Odyssey production to its Alabama plant in 2001.
The Honda Odyssey is in its fifth generation and remains a solid family hauler with generous interior space, strong safety features, and comfortable ride quality. With more than 30 years under its belt, there are plenty of used Odyssey model years to choose from, but some are better than others. The Odyssey also tends to be more expensive on the used market than some competitors, including the Chrysler Pacifica and Kia Carnival. This guide will help you sort through the noise and find the best used Honda Odyssey model year for your needs and lifestyle. Let’s get rolling.
What Is the Best Model-Year Used Honda Odyssey?
The current fifth-generation Odyssey is the best choice for most buyers. It offers robust safety features and appealing technology, including Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Our pick for the best years in this generation runs from 2021 to 2024, following a facelift that brought updated styling and new safety features. Older vans from the 2015 through 2017 model years are also great options, offering a lower price point without giving up every modern entertainment and safety features.
See Honda Odyssey minivans for sale near you.
Honda Odyssey by Generation: Which Should You Buy?
Fifth Generation: 2018-Current
The fifth-generation Honda Odyssey (2018–2025) minivan specifications by trim — LX, EX, EX-L, Touring, and Elite. Every model is powered by an all-new 3.5-liter direct-injected aluminum-alloy 24-valve SOHC i-VTEC V-6 producing 280 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 262 lb-ft of torque at 4,700 rpm, with Variable Cylinder Management (VCM), Active Control Engine Mounts, Active Noise Control, and an LEV3/ULEV-125 emissions rating. LX, EX, and EX-L use a 9-speed automatic transmission, while the Touring and Elite use Honda’s all-new 10-speed automatic with Idle-Stop — the first 10-speed in a front-wheel-drive vehicle. All trims share paddle shifters, shift-by-wire, dual-pinion electric power steering, four-wheel disc brakes, and earn an EPA-estimated 19 city / 28 highway / 22 combined mpg. The Odyssey rides on a 118.1-inch wheelbase, measures 203.2 inches long, 78.5 inches wide, and 68.3 inches tall, with MacPherson strut front and compact trailing-arm rear suspension, a 39.6-foot turning diameter, 18-inch wheels (19-inch on Elite), a 19.5-gallon fuel tank, and seating for 7 (LX) or 8 (EX and above). Curb weight ranges from about 4,354 lbs (LX) to 4,593 lbs (Elite). This table compares engine, transmission, chassis, dimensions, interior room, fuel economy, and capacities across all 2018 Honda Odyssey trims.
Fifth-Generation Honda Odyssey (2018–2025) — Specifications by Trim
▼| Specification | LX | EX | EX-L | Touring | Elite |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | |||||
| Engine Type | 3.5L V-6 | 3.5L V-6 | 3.5L V-6 | 3.5L V-6 | 3.5L V-6 |
| Block / Cylinder Head | Aluminum-Alloy | Aluminum-Alloy | Aluminum-Alloy | Aluminum-Alloy | Aluminum-Alloy |
| Displacement | 3,471 cc (3.5L) | 3,471 cc (3.5L) | 3,471 cc (3.5L) | 3,471 cc (3.5L) | 3,471 cc (3.5L) |
| Horsepower (SAE net) | 280 hp @ 6,000 rpm | 280 hp @ 6,000 rpm | 280 hp @ 6,000 rpm | 280 hp @ 6,000 rpm | 280 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 262 lb-ft @ 4,700 rpm | 262 lb-ft @ 4,700 rpm | 262 lb-ft @ 4,700 rpm | 262 lb-ft @ 4,700 rpm | 262 lb-ft @ 4,700 rpm |
| Redline | 6,800 rpm | 6,800 rpm | 6,800 rpm | 6,800 rpm | 6,800 rpm |
| Bore and Stroke | 89 x 93 mm | 89 x 93 mm | 89 x 93 mm | 89 x 93 mm | 89 x 93 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 11.5:1 | 11.5:1 | 11.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Valvetrain | 24-Valve SOHC i-VTEC | 24-Valve SOHC i-VTEC | 24-Valve SOHC i-VTEC | 24-Valve SOHC i-VTEC | 24-Valve SOHC i-VTEC |
| Fuel Delivery | Direct Injection | Direct Injection | Direct Injection | Direct Injection | Direct Injection |
| Idle-Stop | — | — | — | Yes | Yes |
| Emissions (CARB) | LEV3/ULEV-125 | LEV3/ULEV-125 | LEV3/ULEV-125 | LEV3/ULEV-125 | LEV3/ULEV-125 |
| Drivetrain | |||||
| Transmission | 9-Speed Automatic | 9-Speed Automatic | 9-Speed Automatic | 10-Speed Automatic | 10-Speed Automatic |
| Paddle Shifters | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Final Drive Ratio | 4.33 | 4.33 | 4.33 | 3.61 | 3.61 |
| Body / Suspension / Chassis | |||||
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Compact Trailing Arm | Compact Trailing Arm | Compact Trailing Arm | Compact Trailing Arm | Compact Trailing Arm |
| Stabilizer Bar (front / rear) | 26.0 / 20.0 mm | 26.0 / 20.0 mm | 26.5 / 20.0 mm | 26.5 / 20.0 mm | 26.5 / 20.0 mm |
| Steering | Dual-Pinion EPS | Dual-Pinion EPS | Dual-Pinion EPS | Dual-Pinion EPS | Dual-Pinion EPS |
| Steering Ratio / Turns Lock-to-Lock | 14.3:1 / 2.97 | 14.3:1 / 2.97 | 14.3:1 / 2.97 | 14.3:1 / 2.97 | 14.3:1 / 2.97 |
| Turning Diameter, Curb-to-Curb | 39.6 ft | 39.6 ft | 39.6 ft | 39.6 ft | 39.6 ft |
| Brakes (front vent. disc / rear disc) | 12.6 / 13.0 in | 12.6 / 13.0 in | 12.6 / 13.0 in | 12.6 / 13.0 in | 12.6 / 13.0 in |
| Wheels | 18-in Alloy | 18-in Alloy | 18-in Alloy | 18-in Alloy | 19-in Alloy |
| Tires | 235/60 R18 | 235/60 R18 | 235/60 R18 | 235/60 R18 | 235/55 R19 |
| Exterior Dimensions | |||||
| Wheelbase | 118.1 in | 118.1 in | 118.1 in | 118.1 in | 118.1 in |
| Length | 203.2 in | 203.2 in | 203.2 in | 203.2 in | 203.2 in |
| Width | 78.5 in | 78.5 in | 78.5 in | 78.5 in | 78.5 in |
| Height | 68.3 in | 68.3 in | 68.3 in | 68.3 in | 68.3 in |
| Track (front / rear) | 67.3 / 67.2 in | 67.3 / 67.2 in | 67.3 / 67.2 in | 67.3 / 67.2 in | 67.3 / 67.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,354 lb | 4,440 lb | 4,471 lb (4,498 NR) | 4,564 lb | 4,593 lb |
| Weight Distribution (front / rear) | 55.7 / 44.3 | 55.0 / 45.0 | 54.8 / 45.2 | 55.1 / 44.9 | 55.0 / 45.0 |
| Towing Capacity | 3,000 lb | 3,000 lb | 3,000 lb | 3,500 lb | 3,500 lb |
| Interior Dimensions (front / middle / rear) | |||||
| Headroom | 38.7 / 39.1 / 38.3 in | 38.7 / 39.1 / 38.3 in | 38.7 / 39.1 / 38.3 in | 38.7 / 39.1 / 38.3 in | 38.7 / 39.1 / 38.3 in |
| Legroom | 40.9 / 40.9 / 38.0 in | 40.9 / 40.9 / 38.0 in | 40.9 / 40.9 / 38.0 in | 40.9 / 40.9 / 38.0 in | 40.9 / 40.9 / 38.0 in |
| Shoulder Room | 63.1 / 61.9 / 60.0 in | 63.1 / 61.9 / 60.0 in | 63.1 / 61.9 / 60.0 in | 63.1 / 61.9 / 60.0 in | 63.1 / 61.9 / 60.0 in |
| Hiproom | 58.6 / 65.2 / 48.4 in | 58.6 / 65.2 / 48.4 in | 58.6 / 65.2 / 48.4 in | 58.6 / 65.2 / 48.4 in | 58.6 / 65.2 / 48.4 in |
| Cargo Volume (behind 3rd / 2nd / 1st row) | 38.6 / 91.0 / 155.8 cu ft | 38.6 / 91.0 / 155.8 cu ft | 38.6 / 91.0 / 155.8 cu ft | 38.6 / 91.0 / 155.8 cu ft | 38.6 / 91.0 / 155.8 cu ft |
| Passenger Volume | 160.1 cu ft | 160.1 cu ft | 160.1 cu ft | 160.1 cu ft | 160.1 cu ft |
| Seating Capacity | 7 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 |
| Fuel Economy & Capacity | |||||
| EPA Mileage (city / hwy / combined) | 19 / 28 / 22 mpg | 19 / 28 / 22 mpg | 19 / 28 / 22 mpg | 19 / 28 / 22 mpg | 19 / 28 / 22 mpg |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.5 gal | 19.5 gal | 19.5 gal | 19.5 gal | 19.5 gal |
| Required Fuel | Regular Unleaded (87) | Regular Unleaded (87) | Regular Unleaded (87) | Regular Unleaded (87) | Regular Unleaded (87) |
Source: 2018 Honda Odyssey Press Kit (American Honda Motor Co.). Reflects the launch (2018) configuration of the fifth-generation Odyssey; specifications varied across the 2018–2025 model years.
Note: The EX-L was also offered as an EX-L Navi/RES (“NR”) variant that shares EX-L mechanical specs (curb weight 4,498 lb). Towing requires the Honda accessory towing package; 9-speed (LX/EX/EX-L) trims are rated at 3,000 lb and 10-speed (Touring/Elite) trims at 3,500 lb. Interior volumes use Honda’s revised 2018 measurement methodology.
The fifth-generation Honda Odyssey (2018–2025) notable features by trim — LX, EX, EX-L, EX-L Navi/RES, Touring, and Elite. The 2018 redesign introduced Honda’s family-exclusive CabinWatch (an infrared rear-seat camera viewable on the front display) and CabinTalk in-car PA system, plus the Magic Slide second-row seats that move side-to-side, a removable second-row center seat, and the One-Motion 60/40 split third-row Magic Seat. Honda Sensing — including Collision Mitigation Braking, Forward Collision Warning, Lane Keeping Assist, Road Departure Mitigation, and Adaptive Cruise Control — is standard on EX and above, joined by Blind Spot Information and Rear Cross Traffic Monitor. Every Odyssey adds standard driver and front-passenger knee airbags (a first for the model), a multi-angle rearview camera, and the Next-Generation Advanced Compatibility Engineering (ACE) body structure. Higher trims add an 8-inch Display Audio touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Honda Satellite-Linked Navigation, a built-in 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot, a Blu-ray rear entertainment system, an 11-speaker 550-watt premium audio system, ventilated and heated leather seats, a hands-free power tailgate, HondaVAC built-in vacuum, and wireless phone charging. This table compares safety, exterior, comfort and convenience, seating, and audio and technology features across all 2018 Honda Odyssey trims.
Fifth-Generation Honda Odyssey (2018–2025) — Notable Features by Trim
▼| Feature | LX | EX | EX-L | EX-L NR | Touring | Elite |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Safety & Driver Assistance | ||||||
| Honda Sensing (CMBS, FCW, LKAS, RDM, ACC) | — | S | S | S | S | S |
| Blind Spot Information + Rear Cross Traffic Monitor | — | S | S | S | S | S |
| Front & Rear Parking Sensors | — | — | — | — | S | S |
| Automatic High-Beam Headlights | — | S | S | S | S | S |
| Multi-Angle Rearview Camera | S | S | S | S | S | S |
| Driver & Front Passenger Knee Airbags | S | S | S | S | S | S |
| Side Curtain Airbags w/ Rollover Sensor | S | S | S | S | S | S |
| VSA, ABS, EBD & Brake Assist | S | S | S | S | S | S |
| TPMS with Tire Fill Assist | S | S | S | S | S | S |
| Exterior | ||||||
| Headlights | Halogen | Halogen | Halogen | Halogen | LED | LED |
| Daytime Running Lights | Halogen | LED | LED | LED | LED | LED |
| Fog Lights | — | Halogen | Halogen | Halogen | LED | LED |
| Power Sliding Side Doors | — | S | S | S | S | S |
| Power Tailgate | — | — | S | S | S | S |
| Hands-Free Access Power Tailgate | — | — | — | — | S | S |
| One-Touch Power Moonroof | — | — | S | S | S | S |
| Smart Entry & Walk Away Auto Lock | — | S | S | S | S | S |
| Heated Power Side Mirrors | — | S | S | S | S | S |
| Power-Folding Side Mirrors | — | — | — | — | — | S |
| Rain-Sensing Wipers | — | — | — | — | — | S |
| Acoustic Windshield | — | — | S | S | S | S |
| Comfort & Convenience | ||||||
| Climate Control | 2-Zone | 3-Zone | 3-Zone | 3-Zone | 3-Zone | 3-Zone |
| Remote Engine Start (Key Fob) | — | S | S | S | S | S |
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | — | — | S | S | S | Heated |
| Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror & HomeLink | — | — | S | S | S | S |
| Integrated 2nd-Row Sunshades | — | S | S | S | 2nd & 3rd | 2nd & 3rd |
| CabinControl Smartphone App | — | S | S | S | S | S |
| CabinTalk In-Car PA System | — | — | — | S | S | S |
| CabinWatch Rear-Seat Camera | — | — | — | — | S | S |
| HondaVAC Built-In Vacuum | — | — | — | — | S | S |
| Wireless Phone Charging | — | — | Acc. | Acc. | Acc. | S |
| Seating | ||||||
| Driver’s Power Seat | 8-Way | 12-Way | 12-Way + Memory | 12-Way + Memory | 12-Way + Memory | 12-Way + Memory |
| Front Passenger’s 4-Way Power Seat | S | S | S | S | S | S |
| Heated Front Seats | — | S | S | S | S | S |
| Ventilated Front Seats | — | — | — | — | — | S |
| Leather-Trimmed Seating | — | — | S | S | S | Perforated |
| Magic Slide 2nd-Row Seats | — | S | S | S | S | S |
| Removable 2nd-Row Center Seat | — | S | S | S | S | S |
| One-Motion 60/40 Split 3rd-Row Magic Seat | S | S | S | S | S | S |
| Audio & Technology | ||||||
| Driver Information Display | 5-in LCD | 8-in Display Audio | 8-in Display Audio | 8-in Display Audio | 8-in Display Audio | 8-in Display Audio |
| Audio System | 7-Spk 150W | 7-Spk 150W | 7-Spk 150W | 7-Spk 150W | 7-Spk 150W | 11-Spk 550W |
| Apple CarPlay & Android Auto | — | S | S | S | S | S |
| SiriusXM & HD Radio | — | S | S | S | S | S |
| Bluetooth HandsFreeLink & Streaming | S | S | S | S | S | S |
| Honda Satellite-Linked Navigation | — | — | — | S | S | S |
| Rear Entertainment System (Blu-ray) | — | — | — | S | S | S |
| 4G LTE Wi-Fi Hotspot Capability | — | — | — | — | S | S |
| HondaLink Telematics with Honda App | — | — | — | — | S | S |
Legend: S = Standard on that trim • named value = available/equipped configuration • — = not offered. “EX-L NR” denotes the EX-L Navi/RES variant. “Acc.” = dealer-installed Honda accessory.
Source: 2018 Honda Odyssey Press Kit (American Honda Motor Co.). Reflects the launch (2018) configuration of the fifth-generation Odyssey; feature availability changed across the 2018–2025 model years. Honda Sensing and other driver-assist systems have operating limitations — see the Owner’s Manual for details.
Model-Year Changes:
2026: No significant changes.
2025: The Odyssey gets a modest exterior refresh. A new 9-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto is standard on all trims; there are more USB-C ports and a new digital instrument cluster. The rear seat entertainment screen grows to 12.8 inches but loses its Blu-ray DVD player. Honda drops the EX trim.
2024: No significant changes.
2023: The LX trim is dropped, and a new Sport trim is added.
2022: The onboard vacuum is discontinued.
2021: Mid-cycle refresh with a more muscular look. Updated interior features, more advanced driver-assistance tech.
2020: New features include idle stop/start, a 10-speed automatic transmission, and a 25th Anniversary package.
2019: No significant changes.
See 2018-to-current Honda Odyssey minivans for sale near you.
Fourth Generation: 2011-2017

The fourth-generation Honda Odyssey (2011–2017) minivan specifications by trim — LX, EX, EX-L, and Touring / Touring Elite. Every model is powered by a 3.5-liter aluminum-alloy 24-valve SOHC i-VTEC V-6 producing 248 horsepower at 5,700 rpm and 250 lb-ft of torque at 4,800 rpm, with Variable Cylinder Management (VCM), Active Control Engine Mounts, Active Noise Cancellation, Drive-by-Wire throttle, and a Tier 2 Bin 5 / ULEV-2 emissions rating. LX, EX, and EX-L use a 5-speed automatic transmission (EPA 18 city / 27 highway / 21 combined mpg), while the Touring and Touring Elite use a 6-speed automatic (19 / 28 / 22 mpg). The Odyssey rides on a 118.1-inch wheelbase, measures 202.9 inches long, 79.2 inches wide, and 68.4 inches tall, with MacPherson strut front and multi-link double-wishbone rear suspension, a 36.7-foot turning diameter, and four-wheel disc brakes. Curb weight ranges from about 4,337 lbs (LX) to 4,560 lbs (Touring Elite), with a 3,500-lb towing capacity, a 21.0-gallon fuel tank, up to 148.5 cu ft of cargo volume, and seating for 7 (LX) or 8 (EX, EX-L, Touring). This table compares engine, transmission, chassis, dimensions, interior room, fuel economy, and capacities across all 2011 Honda Odyssey trims.
Fourth-Generation Honda Odyssey (2011–2017) — Specifications by Trim
▼| Specification | LX | EX | EX-L | Touring / Touring Elite |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||||
| Engine Type | 3.5L V-6 | 3.5L V-6 | 3.5L V-6 | 3.5L V-6 |
| Block / Cylinder Head | Aluminum-Alloy | Aluminum-Alloy | Aluminum-Alloy | Aluminum-Alloy |
| Displacement | 3,471 cc (3.5L) | 3,471 cc (3.5L) | 3,471 cc (3.5L) | 3,471 cc (3.5L) |
| Horsepower (SAE net) | 248 hp @ 5,700 rpm | 248 hp @ 5,700 rpm | 248 hp @ 5,700 rpm | 248 hp @ 5,700 rpm |
| Torque | 250 lb-ft @ 4,800 rpm | 250 lb-ft @ 4,800 rpm | 250 lb-ft @ 4,800 rpm | 250 lb-ft @ 4,800 rpm |
| Redline | 6,300 rpm | 6,300 rpm | 6,300 rpm | 6,300 rpm |
| Bore and Stroke | 89 x 93 mm | 89 x 93 mm | 89 x 93 mm | 89 x 93 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Valvetrain | 24-Valve SOHC i-VTEC | 24-Valve SOHC i-VTEC | 24-Valve SOHC i-VTEC | 24-Valve SOHC i-VTEC |
| Emissions (CARB / Federal) | ULEV-2 / Tier 2 Bin 5 | ULEV-2 / Tier 2 Bin 5 | ULEV-2 / Tier 2 Bin 5 | ULEV-2 / Tier 2 Bin 5 |
| Drivetrain | ||||
| Transmission | 5-Speed Automatic | 5-Speed Automatic | 5-Speed Automatic | 6-Speed Automatic |
| Final Drive Ratio | 4.31 | 4.31 | 4.31 | 4.25 |
| Body / Suspension / Chassis | ||||
| Construction | Unit-Body | Unit-Body | Unit-Body | Unit-Body |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-Link Double Wishbone | Multi-Link Double Wishbone | Multi-Link Double Wishbone | Multi-Link Double Wishbone |
| Steering | Variable Power Rack-and-Pinion | Variable Power Rack-and-Pinion | Variable Power Rack-and-Pinion | Variable Power Rack-and-Pinion |
| Steering Ratio / Turns Lock-to-Lock | 16.4 / 3.5 | 16.4 / 3.5 | 16.4 / 3.5 | 16.4 / 3.5 |
| Turning Diameter, Curb-to-Curb | 36.7 ft | 36.7 ft | 36.7 ft | 36.7 ft |
| Brakes (front vent. disc / rear disc) | 12.6 / 13.1 in | 12.6 / 13.1 in | 12.6 / 13.1 in | 12.6 / 13.1 in |
| Wheels | 17 x 7 w/ Full Covers | 17 x 7 Alloy | 17 x 7 Alloy | 18 x 7 Alloy |
| Tires | 235/65 R17 | 235/65 R17 | 235/65 R17 | 235/60 R18 |
| Exterior Dimensions | ||||
| Wheelbase | 118.1 in | 118.1 in | 118.1 in | 118.1 in |
| Length | 202.9 in | 202.9 in | 202.9 in | 202.9 in |
| Width | 79.2 in | 79.2 in | 79.2 in | 79.2 in |
| Height | 68.4 in | 68.4 in | 68.4 in | 68.4 in |
| Track (front / rear) | 68.1 / 68.2 in | 68.1 / 68.2 in | 68.1 / 68.2 in | 68.1 / 68.2 in |
| Ground Clearance (min / max) | 4.5 / 6.0 in | 4.5 / 6.0 in | 4.5 / 6.0 in | 4.5 / 6.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,337 lb | 4,412 lb | 4,483 lb (4,509 w/ RES; 4,500 w/ Navi) | 4,541 lb (4,560 Elite) |
| Weight Distribution (front / rear) | 57 / 43 | 56 / 44 | 56 / 44 | 56 / 44 |
| Towing Capacity | 3,500 lb | 3,500 lb | 3,500 lb | 3,500 lb |
| Interior Dimensions (front / middle / rear) | ||||
| Headroom | 39.7 / 39.5 / 38.0 in | 39.7 / 39.5 / 38.0 in | 38.3 / 39.4 / 38.0 in | 38.3 / 39.4 / 38.0 in |
| Legroom | 40.9 / 40.9 / 42.4 in | 40.9 / 40.9 / 42.4 in | 40.9 / 40.9 / 42.4 in | 40.9 / 40.9 / 42.4 in |
| Shoulder Room | 64.4 / 63.5 / 60.9 in | 64.4 / 63.5 / 60.9 in | 64.4 / 63.5 / 60.9 in | 64.4 / 63.5 / 60.9 in |
| Hiproom | 58.2 / 66.1 / 48.4 in | 58.2 / 66.1 / 48.4 in | 58.2 / 66.1 / 48.4 in | 58.2 / 66.1 / 48.4 in |
| Cargo Volume (behind 3rd / 2nd / 1st row) | 38.4 / 93.1 / 148.5 cu ft | 38.4 / 93.1 / 148.5 cu ft | 38.4 / 93.1 / 148.5 cu ft | 38.4 / 93.1 / 148.5 cu ft |
| Passenger Volume | 172.6 cu ft | 172.6 cu ft | 170.1 cu ft | 170.1 cu ft |
| Seating Capacity | 7 | 8 | 8 | 8 |
| Fuel Economy & Capacities | ||||
| EPA Mileage (city / hwy / combined) | 18 / 27 / 21 mpg | 18 / 27 / 21 mpg | 18 / 27 / 21 mpg | 19 / 28 / 22 mpg |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.0 gal | 21.0 gal | 21.0 gal | 21.0 gal |
| Required Fuel | Regular Unleaded | Regular Unleaded | Regular Unleaded | Regular Unleaded |
| Crankcase / Coolant | 5.3 / 10.6 qt | 5.3 / 10.6 qt | 5.3 / 10.6 qt | 5.3 / 10.6 qt |
Source: 2011 Honda Odyssey Specifications & Features (American Honda Motor Co.). Reflects the launch (2011) configuration of the fourth-generation Odyssey; specifications varied across the 2011–2017 model years.
Note: Towing requires surge-type or electric trailer brakes and the Honda accessory towing package; premium unleaded fuel is recommended when towing. EX-L curb weight varies with Rear Entertainment System (RES) or Navigation.
The fourth-generation Honda Odyssey (2011–2017) minivan specifications by trim — LX, EX, EX-L, and Touring / Touring Elite. Every model is powered by a 3.5-liter aluminum-alloy 24-valve SOHC i-VTEC V-6 producing 248 horsepower at 5,700 rpm and 250 lb-ft of torque at 4,800 rpm, with Variable Cylinder Management (VCM), Active Control Engine Mounts, Active Noise Cancellation, Drive-by-Wire throttle, and a Tier 2 Bin 5 / ULEV-2 emissions rating. LX, EX, and EX-L use a 5-speed automatic transmission (EPA 18 city / 27 highway / 21 combined mpg), while the Touring and Touring Elite use a 6-speed automatic (19 / 28 / 22 mpg). The Odyssey rides on a 118.1-inch wheelbase, measures 202.9 inches long, 79.2 inches wide, and 68.4 inches tall, with MacPherson strut front and multi-link double-wishbone rear suspension, a 36.7-foot turning diameter, and four-wheel disc brakes. Curb weight ranges from about 4,337 lbs (LX) to 4,560 lbs (Touring Elite), with a 3,500-lb towing capacity, a 21.0-gallon fuel tank, up to 148.5 cu ft of cargo volume, and seating for 7 (LX) or 8 (EX, EX-L, Touring). This table compares engine, transmission, chassis, dimensions, interior room, fuel economy, and capacities across all 2011 Honda Odyssey trims.
Fourth-Generation Honda Odyssey (2011–2017) — Specifications by Trim
▼| Specification | LX | EX | EX-L | Touring / Touring Elite |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||||
| Engine Type | 3.5L V-6 | 3.5L V-6 | 3.5L V-6 | 3.5L V-6 |
| Block / Cylinder Head | Aluminum-Alloy | Aluminum-Alloy | Aluminum-Alloy | Aluminum-Alloy |
| Displacement | 3,471 cc (3.5L) | 3,471 cc (3.5L) | 3,471 cc (3.5L) | 3,471 cc (3.5L) |
| Horsepower (SAE net) | 248 hp @ 5,700 rpm | 248 hp @ 5,700 rpm | 248 hp @ 5,700 rpm | 248 hp @ 5,700 rpm |
| Torque | 250 lb-ft @ 4,800 rpm | 250 lb-ft @ 4,800 rpm | 250 lb-ft @ 4,800 rpm | 250 lb-ft @ 4,800 rpm |
| Redline | 6,300 rpm | 6,300 rpm | 6,300 rpm | 6,300 rpm |
| Bore and Stroke | 89 x 93 mm | 89 x 93 mm | 89 x 93 mm | 89 x 93 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Valvetrain | 24-Valve SOHC i-VTEC | 24-Valve SOHC i-VTEC | 24-Valve SOHC i-VTEC | 24-Valve SOHC i-VTEC |
| Emissions (CARB / Federal) | ULEV-2 / Tier 2 Bin 5 | ULEV-2 / Tier 2 Bin 5 | ULEV-2 / Tier 2 Bin 5 | ULEV-2 / Tier 2 Bin 5 |
| Drivetrain | ||||
| Transmission | 5-Speed Automatic | 5-Speed Automatic | 5-Speed Automatic | 6-Speed Automatic |
| Final Drive Ratio | 4.31 | 4.31 | 4.31 | 4.25 |
| Body / Suspension / Chassis | ||||
| Construction | Unit-Body | Unit-Body | Unit-Body | Unit-Body |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-Link Double Wishbone | Multi-Link Double Wishbone | Multi-Link Double Wishbone | Multi-Link Double Wishbone |
| Steering | Variable Power Rack-and-Pinion | Variable Power Rack-and-Pinion | Variable Power Rack-and-Pinion | Variable Power Rack-and-Pinion |
| Steering Ratio / Turns Lock-to-Lock | 16.4 / 3.5 | 16.4 / 3.5 | 16.4 / 3.5 | 16.4 / 3.5 |
| Turning Diameter, Curb-to-Curb | 36.7 ft | 36.7 ft | 36.7 ft | 36.7 ft |
| Brakes (front vent. disc / rear disc) | 12.6 / 13.1 in | 12.6 / 13.1 in | 12.6 / 13.1 in | 12.6 / 13.1 in |
| Wheels | 17 x 7 w/ Full Covers | 17 x 7 Alloy | 17 x 7 Alloy | 18 x 7 Alloy |
| Tires | 235/65 R17 | 235/65 R17 | 235/65 R17 | 235/60 R18 |
| Exterior Dimensions | ||||
| Wheelbase | 118.1 in | 118.1 in | 118.1 in | 118.1 in |
| Length | 202.9 in | 202.9 in | 202.9 in | 202.9 in |
| Width | 79.2 in | 79.2 in | 79.2 in | 79.2 in |
| Height | 68.4 in | 68.4 in | 68.4 in | 68.4 in |
| Track (front / rear) | 68.1 / 68.2 in | 68.1 / 68.2 in | 68.1 / 68.2 in | 68.1 / 68.2 in |
| Ground Clearance (min / max) | 4.5 / 6.0 in | 4.5 / 6.0 in | 4.5 / 6.0 in | 4.5 / 6.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,337 lb | 4,412 lb | 4,483 lb (4,509 w/ RES; 4,500 w/ Navi) | 4,541 lb (4,560 Elite) |
| Weight Distribution (front / rear) | 57 / 43 | 56 / 44 | 56 / 44 | 56 / 44 |
| Towing Capacity | 3,500 lb | 3,500 lb | 3,500 lb | 3,500 lb |
| Interior Dimensions (front / middle / rear) | ||||
| Headroom | 39.7 / 39.5 / 38.0 in | 39.7 / 39.5 / 38.0 in | 38.3 / 39.4 / 38.0 in | 38.3 / 39.4 / 38.0 in |
| Legroom | 40.9 / 40.9 / 42.4 in | 40.9 / 40.9 / 42.4 in | 40.9 / 40.9 / 42.4 in | 40.9 / 40.9 / 42.4 in |
| Shoulder Room | 64.4 / 63.5 / 60.9 in | 64.4 / 63.5 / 60.9 in | 64.4 / 63.5 / 60.9 in | 64.4 / 63.5 / 60.9 in |
| Hiproom | 58.2 / 66.1 / 48.4 in | 58.2 / 66.1 / 48.4 in | 58.2 / 66.1 / 48.4 in | 58.2 / 66.1 / 48.4 in |
| Cargo Volume (behind 3rd / 2nd / 1st row) | 38.4 / 93.1 / 148.5 cu ft | 38.4 / 93.1 / 148.5 cu ft | 38.4 / 93.1 / 148.5 cu ft | 38.4 / 93.1 / 148.5 cu ft |
| Passenger Volume | 172.6 cu ft | 172.6 cu ft | 170.1 cu ft | 170.1 cu ft |
| Seating Capacity | 7 | 8 | 8 | 8 |
| Fuel Economy & Capacities | ||||
| EPA Mileage (city / hwy / combined) | 18 / 27 / 21 mpg | 18 / 27 / 21 mpg | 18 / 27 / 21 mpg | 19 / 28 / 22 mpg |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.0 gal | 21.0 gal | 21.0 gal | 21.0 gal |
| Required Fuel | Regular Unleaded | Regular Unleaded | Regular Unleaded | Regular Unleaded |
| Crankcase / Coolant | 5.3 / 10.6 qt | 5.3 / 10.6 qt | 5.3 / 10.6 qt | 5.3 / 10.6 qt |
Source: 2011 Honda Odyssey Specifications & Features (American Honda Motor Co.). Reflects the launch (2011) configuration of the fourth-generation Odyssey; specifications varied across the 2011–2017 model years.
Note: Towing requires surge-type or electric trailer brakes and the Honda accessory towing package; premium unleaded fuel is recommended when towing. EX-L curb weight varies with Rear Entertainment System (RES) or Navigation.
Model-Year Changes:
2017: No significant changes.
2016: A new SE trim debuts, slotting between the EX and EX-L.
2015: No changes.
2014: A major refresh brings new driver aids such as forward collision and lane departure warning to the EX-L and higher trims. The LX gains a 4-way power passenger seat, and the top-line Touring Elite gets the HondaVac built-in vacuum.
2013: New standard features for the LX include Bluetooth, an 8-inch color multi-information screen, and a rear backup camera.
2012: The EX gains Bluetooth, an 8-inch color multi-information screen, and a rear backup camera.
See 2011 through 2017 Honda Odyssey minivans for sale near you.
Third Generation: 2005-2010

Third-Generation Honda Odyssey (2005–2010) — Engine Specifications by Trim
▼| Specification | LX & EX | EX with Leather & Touring |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Type | SOHC VTEC 3.5-Liter V-6 | i-VTEC 3.5-Liter V-6 with Variable Cylinder Management (VCM) |
| Horsepower (SAE net) | 255 hp @ 5,750 rpm | 255 hp @ 5,750 rpm |
| Torque | 250 lb-ft @ 5,000 rpm | 250 lb-ft @ 4,500 rpm |
| Throttle Control | Drive-by-Wire Throttle Control System | Drive-by-Wire Throttle Control System |
| Intake Manifold | — | Dual-Stage Intake Manifold |
| Variable Cylinder Management (VCM) | — | Yes |
| Active Control Engine Mount System | — | Yes |
| Active Noise Control | — | Yes |
| Fuel & Emissions | ||
| Fuel Requirement | Regular unleaded gasoline | Regular unleaded gasoline |
| Federal Emissions | Tier 2 Bin 5 | Tier 2 Bin 5 |
| California Emissions | LEV2 ULEV | LEV2 ULEV |
| Exhaust System | ||
| Catalytic Converter | Close-coupled catalytic converter | Close-coupled catalytic converter |
| Exhaust | High-flow exhaust | High-flow exhaust |
Source: Honda Odyssey (third generation) engine specifications.
Note: The LX and EX use the SOHC VTEC 3.5L V-6; EX with Leather and Touring models use the i-VTEC 3.5L V-6 with Variable Cylinder Management, which adds VCM, an Active Control Engine Mount System, Active Noise Control, and a Dual-Stage Intake Manifold. The horsepower gain shown (+15 hp) and torque gain (+8 lb-ft) are relative to the prior model year.
The third-generation Honda Odyssey (2005–2010) was offered in four trim levels — LX, EX, EX-L (EX with Leather), and Touring — each adding more standard equipment and available technology. This notable-features comparison details how key features are distributed across those trims. All models share a 255-horsepower 3.5-liter V-6: the LX and EX use the SOHC VTEC engine, while the EX-L and Touring use the i-VTEC engine with Variable Cylinder Management (VCM), Active Control Engine Mounts, and Active Noise Control. Every Odyssey comes standard with a 5-speed automatic transmission, Drive-by-Wire throttle, four-wheel independent suspension, Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) with traction control and Brake Assist, four-wheel anti-lock disc brakes, and Honda’s Advanced Compatibility Engineering (ACE) body structure. Standard safety equipment on all trims includes dual-stage front airbags, front side airbags with Occupant Position Detection, three-row side curtain airbags with rollover sensors, LATCH child-seat anchors, and pre-tensioning front seatbelts. The EX and EX-L offer eight-passenger seating with the Stowable 2nd-Row PlusOne Seat, power sliding doors, integrated 2nd-row sunshades, a 6-disc CD changer, and HomeLink. The EX-L adds leather seating, a power moonroof, dual-zone automatic climate control, and available Satellite-Linked Navigation with Voice Recognition, a rearview camera, and a 9-inch DVD entertainment system. The top Touring model adds the Michelin PAX run-flat tire system with tire-pressure monitoring, a power tailgate, power adjustable pedals, an 8-way driver memory seat, tri-zone automatic climate control, a removable 2nd-row center console, a 360-watt premium audio system, a Multi-Information Display, body-colored front and rear parking sensors, fog lights, auto-on headlights, and a 115-volt power outlet. Use this table to compare standard, available, and unavailable features across the 2005 Honda Odyssey LX, EX, EX-L, and Touring trims.
Third-Generation Honda Odyssey (2005–2010) — Notable Features by Trim
▼| Feature | LX | EX | EX-L | Touring |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Powertrain & Performance | ||||
| 255-hp SOHC VTEC 3.5L V-6 | S | S | — | — |
| 255-hp i-VTEC 3.5L V-6 with Variable Cylinder Management (VCM) | — | — | S | S |
| 5-Speed Automatic Transmission | S | S | S | S |
| Drive-by-Wire Throttle Control | S | S | S | S |
| Active Control Engine Mount & Active Noise Control (with VCM) | — | — | S | S |
| 3,500-lb Towing Capacity (with dealer-installed package) | O | O | O | O |
| Chassis, Wheels & Brakes | ||||
| 4-Wheel Independent Suspension (MacPherson strut / double wishbone) | S | S | S | S |
| Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) with Traction Control & Brake Assist | S | S | S | S |
| 4-Wheel Anti-Lock Disc Brakes (ABS) with EBD | S | S | S | S |
| 16-in Steel Wheels with Full Covers | S | — | — | — |
| 16-in Alloy Wheels | — | S | S | — |
| Michelin PAX System (run-flat) with Tire Pressure Monitoring | — | — | — | S |
| Safety | ||||
| Advanced Compatibility Engineering (ACE) Body Structure | S | S | S | S |
| Dual-Stage, Dual-Threshold Front Airbags | S | S | S | S |
| Front Side Airbags with Occupant Position Detection System (OPDS) | S | S | S | S |
| Three-Row Side Curtain Airbags with Rollover Sensors | S | S | S | S |
| LATCH Child-Seat Anchors | S | S | S | S |
| Pre-Tensioning Front Seatbelts with Load Limiters | S | S | S | S |
| Body-Colored Front & Rear Parking Sensors | — | — | — | S |
| Seating & Storage | ||||
| Seating Capacity | 7 | 8 | 8 | 7 |
| Stowable 2nd-Row PlusOne Seat (8-passenger) | — | S | S | — |
| One-Motion 60/40 Split 3rd-Row Magic Seat | S | S | S | S |
| In-Floor Storage | S | S | S | S |
| In-Floor Storage Lazy Susan | — | S | S | S |
| Removable 2nd-Row Center Console | — | — | — | S |
| Beverage Holders | 15 | 15 | 15 | 17 |
| Interior Comfort & Convenience | ||||
| Seat Trim | Cloth | Cloth | Leather | Leather |
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | S | S | — | — |
| Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control | — | — | S | — |
| Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control | — | — | — | S |
| Power Sliding Doors (dual) | — | S | S | S |
| 2nd-Row Power Windows | S | S | S | S |
| Integrated 2nd-Row Sunshades | — | S | S | S |
| Power Moonroof (slide & tilt) | — | — | S | S |
| Power Tailgate | — | — | — | S |
| Power Adjustable Pedals | — | — | — | S |
| 8-Way Driver Memory Seat | — | — | — | S |
| Conversation Mirror with Sunglasses Holder | — | S | S | S |
| Ambient Front Console Lighting | — | S | S | S |
| 115-Volt Power Outlet | — | — | — | S |
| HomeLink Universal Remote | — | S | S | S |
| Audio, Technology & Lighting | ||||
| AM/FM/CD Audio (120 watts) | S | S | S | S |
| 6-Disc In-Dash CD Changer & Steering-Wheel Audio Controls | — | S | S | S |
| 360-Watt Premium Audio (7 speakers w/ subwoofer) | — | — | — | S |
| XM Satellite Radio | — | O | O | O |
| Satellite-Linked Navigation with Voice Recognition & Rearview Camera | — | — | O | O |
| DVD Entertainment System (9-in display, wireless headphones) | — | — | O | O |
| Multi-Information Display (MID) | — | — | — | S |
| Smart Maintenance Service Reminder | S | S | S | S |
| Auto-Off Headlights | — | S | S | S |
| Auto-On Headlights (light sensor) | — | — | — | S |
| Fog Lights | O | O | O | S |
Key: S = Standard • O = Available / Optional • — = Not Offered
Source: 2005 Honda Odyssey Press Kit (American Honda Motor Co.). Reflects the launch (2005) configuration of the third-generation Odyssey; equipment and availability varied across the 2005–2010 model years.
Note: Navigation includes XM Satellite Radio as standard when factory-equipped on EX-L and Touring models. EX-L denotes “EX with Leather.”
Model-Year Changes:
2010: No changes.
2009: The EX-L gains a power rear liftgate.
2008: A major refresh brings revised styling and a new variable cylinder management (VCM) system for the EX-L and Touring. New features include a backup camera with its display in the rearview mirror and tilt-down-in-reverse side mirrors.
2007: A tilt/telescoping steering wheel becomes standard.
2006: The Touring trim offers the choice of navigation or rear-seat DVD entertainment system instead of bundling both together.
2005-2010 Honda Odyssey minivans for sale near you.
The Honda Odyssey Early Years: Generations One and Two (1995-2004)
Second Generation: 1999-2004

The second-generation Odyssey is considerably larger than the first. It replaces the original van’s hinged rear doors with dual sliding side doors and a standard V6 engine. Overall, this generation offers plenty of features for the money. However, there are well-documented issues with the 4-speed automatic transmission related to bad wheel bearings that can fail and block fluid passages.
See 1999-2004 Honda Odyssey minivans for sale near you.
First Generation: 1995-1998

The first-generation van puts the “odd” in Odyssey. It features a 4-cylinder engine plucked from the Honda Accord, rear-hinged doors, sophisticated wishbone suspension, and 4-wheel antilock disc brakes. The LX trim could seat seven, while the EX seated six. Fun fact: Isuzu licensed the Odyssey and sold it in the United States as the Oasis.
See 1995-1998 Honda Odyssey minivans for sale near you.
Should You Buy a Used Honda Odyssey?
The Honda Odyssey is one of the best picks in the used minivan market, alongside the Toyota Sienna. It offers a solid mix of reliability, family-friendly features, and a configurable interior that makes hauling people and gear much easier. If you have the budget, we recommend shopping for a certified pre-owned (CPO) van, which comes with a longer warranty and a more detailed inspection process than standard used vehicles.
Is the Honda Odyssey Reliable?
The Odyssey has a good reputation for reliability and longevity. The most significant problem areas involve its transmission and some oil consumption issues with the V6. Most of the more serious issues are covered by recalls, which don’t have an expiration date like warranty coverage. You can view all recalls for the Odyssey on the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration website.
Used Honda Odyssey Model Years to Avoid
Due to possible transmission and engine issues, we’d avoid the 2011-2013 and 2018-2020 vans. If you’re looking at a third-generation or older Odyssey, we suggest you have it inspected by a trusted mechanic first. Older cars, regardless of make, will have normal wear-and-tear issues with items like brakes, suspension, accessories, and cooling systems, all of which can be quite costly to repair.
What Is the Maximum Number of People the Odyssey Can Hold?
For all generations except the first, the maximum seating capacity is eight passengers. Models with second-row captain’s chairs reduce seating capacity to seven.
How Much Can a Honda Odyssey Tow?
All but the first-generation vans can tow up to 3,500 pounds when properly equipped.
Does the Odyssey Offer AWD?
Since its introduction, the Odyssey has been offered only with front-wheel drive.
Visit our Car Buying Information Center if you’re looking for a new or used car, have questions about financing and affordability, or want to compare the latest models.
Editor’s Note: We have updated this article since its initial publication. Joe Tralongo contributed to the report.










Guess we got lucky. Own a 2011 Odyssey with 358000k. Been a good reliable vehicle. Typical paint peeling tho. One problem we have is the rear coil springs are weak and there is nothing available through the dealer or aftermarket. Discontinued now