2006 Honda Odyssey Overview

Introduction

The Honda Odyssey minivan boasts car-like ride and handling, strong and fuel-efficient engine power, and a clever seating system that can accommodate up to eight passengers.

The Odyssey lineup includes three models, LX, EX, and Touring, each with its own character. It is powered by a 244 hp 3.5-liter V6 engine mated to a five-speed automatic transmission. All models come with two sliding doors, manually operated on the LX and electrically operated on all other models. The third-row seat is split 60/40 and folds easily into the well provided for it. It comes standard with side curtain airbags, electronic stability control, and anti-lock brakes, and the body structure is designed to offer improved crash protection.

The Honda Odyssey is a carryover from 2005.

The Honda Odyssey might be the best minivan on the market. It's certainly one of the most enjoyable to drive, and it lives up to Honda's reputation for refinement, convenient features and great fit and finish.

The Odyssey has a flexible seating system that can accommodate up to eight passengers. All Odyssey models are powered by a 244-horsepower V6 engine with variable valve timing and a five-speed automatic transmission. The Odyssey lineup includes four trims: the LX, the EX, the EX-L, and the Touring. Safety equipment that comes standard on all models includes dual-stage front airbags, front side-impact airbags, curtain-style head protection airbags for all three rows of seats, electronic stability control and anti-lock brakes.

For 2007, the Honda Odyssey receives a tilt/telescoping steering wheel and tire pressure monitoring system.

The Honda Odyssey minivan lives up to Honda's reputation for refinement, convenient features and great fit and finish.

The Odyssey comes in four trims: LX, EX, EX-L and Touring. All trims use a 3.5-liter V6 engine, mated to a five-speed automatic transmission. The EX-L and Touring trims carry the most recent version of Honda's variable cylinder management system (VCM), which allows the V6 engine to switch among three, four, and six cylinders to increase fuel efficiency. The interior features a third-row Magic Seat that folds into the floor. Maximum seating capacity for the Odyssey is eight passengers. Safety features such as side-impact and curtain airbags, four-wheel disc antilock brakes, traction control and an electronic stability system come standard in all models. The Odyssey features a new grill design for 2008.

For 2008, the Honda Odyssey gets a refresh with an updated engine and revised grille.

The Odyssey comes in four trims: LX, EX, EX-L and Touring. All trims use a 3.5-liter V6 engine, mated to a five-speed automatic transmission. The EX-L and Touring trims carry the most recent version of Honda's variable cylinder management system (VCM), which allows the V6 engine to switch among three, four, and six cylinders to increase fuel efficiency. The interior features a third-row Magic Seat that folds into the floor. Maximum seating capacity for the Odyssey is eight passengers. Safety features such as side-impact and curtain airbags, four-wheel disc anti-lock brakes, traction control and an electronic stability system come standard in all models. Luxury features such as leather trim, dual-zone automatic climate control, satellite radio, navigation system and entertainments system are all available.

The Odyssey is available in four trims: LX, EX, EX-L and Touring. All trims use a 3.5-liter V6 engine mated to a five-speed automatic transmission. The EX-L and Touring trims carry the most recent version of Honda's variable cylinder management system (VCM), which allows the V6 engine to switch among three, four, and six cylinders to increase fuel efficiency. The interior features a third-row Magic Seat that folds into the floor. Maximum seating capacity for the Odyssey is eight passengers. Safety features such as side-impact and curtain airbags, four-wheel disc anti-lock brakes, traction control and an electronic stability system are standard on all models. Luxury features such as leather trim, dual-zone automatic climate control, satellite radio, navigation system and entertainments system are all available.

The Odyssey carries-on for 2010 with minimal changes.