Marking its 30-year sale, Honda returns the popular minivan, the Odyssey for the 2024 model year. Considering how few vehicles only occupy the minivan market, the Honda Odyssey happens to be one of the minivans popularly known and driven and also competes favourably with the Toyota Sienna which has a cult-like following.
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Over the years, there’s been fierce competition between Toyota and Honda in almost all their segment and the two brands’ minivans segment is also part of the competition. As the Sienna returns with a 2024 model, Honda brings back the 2024 Odyssey.
But, are there any major changes, or upgrades in the 2024 Odyssey that will enable it to stay ahead of the competition?
Below, we look at the interior, exterior, performance and safety features of the 2024 Honda Odyssey and what makes it an even more appealing vehicle for families with kids.
What’s New for the 2024 Honda Odyssey?
Since its redesign for the 2018 model and minor refreshes for the 2020 and 2021 models, the Honda Odyssey has remained almost the same to date, and it returns without any changes for the 2024 model.
Engine & Performance Features of the 2024 Honda Odyssey
The 2024 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a 3.5-liter V-6 making 280 horsepower and 262 pound-feet of torque. According to the Car and Driver review of the 2024 Odyssey, all the trim levels of the Odyssey 2024 (EX, EX-L, Sport, Touring, Elite) that were tested delivered a comfortable ride, however, the 18-inch wheels fitted to the EX-L trim gave more isolation from bad pavement than the 19-inches on the top Elite trim.
Also, the 2024 Odyssey’s fuel economy is estimated at 19 mpg city and 28 mpg highway, according to the EPA. However, a test carried out by Car and Driver shows that the vehicle outperformed the EPA estimate, and delivered 30 mpg on the highway.
Interior Features of the 2024 Honda Odyssey
According to critics’ reviews, the 2024 Odyssey comes with the type of interior vibe parents look out for when buying a family vehicle. The cabin is quiet cabin, which helps parents maintain calm, and there’s an available in-cabin camera and PA system that enables parents to maintain control, while the household power outlets and HDMI interface keep parental options open.
However, the second and third rows are the most spacious with the Magic Slide seats in the second row being very comfortable, and the chairs can move both side-to-side and fore-and-aft, allowing for multiple configurations that keep the peace inside the vehicle.
Each Magic Seat weighs 68 pounds making it a bit challenging to remove, and the sliding tracks on the floor create small obstacles for loading cargo.
From the infotainment and connectivity angle, the 2024 Honda Odyssey arrives with an 8.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system named Display Audio. The software allows for customization of the menu layout and smartphone connectivity not only via Bluetooth but also via Apple CarPlay and Android Auto capability. Standard on both the Touring and Elite trim levels is a rear-seat entertainment system with built-in streaming apps
Drive-Assistance Safety Features of the 2024 Honda Odyssey
Like any impressive family vehicle, the 2024 Honda Odyssey comes with a plethora of drive-assistance safety features, which majority of them standard. Here are the standard safety features available in the 2024 Odyssey:
- Standard automated emergency braking with pedestrian detection
- Standard lane-departure warning with lane-keeping assist
- Standard adaptive cruise control
How Much is the 2024 Honda Odyssey in Nigeria?
The MSRP for the 2024 Honda Odyssey starts at $39,215 for the base trim, and $51,345 for the highest trim level, the Elite trim. Using the current exchange rate, that’s about N36.2 Million to N47.5 Million for the 2024 Honda Odyssey in Nigeria. However, it’s important to note that this price is subject to increase or decrease depending on a few factors like customs duty and other fees.
