Buying Outlook Updated in April, 2012 by our Vehicle Experts
- Supplies have improved but prices remain high
- Touring and Touring Elite models typically command premium prices
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The popular Odyssey minivan has undergone a complete redesign for 2011. Trim levels include the LX, EX, EX-L, Touring and Touring Elite, each adding higher degrees of standard features. While at around $28,000 to start the versatile vehicle costs a little more than some competitors, Honda has given customers an exciting vehicle in an otherwise fairly bland segment. Power comes from a 3.5-liter i-VTEC V6 making 248 hp, mated to either 5-speed or 6-speed automatic transmissions dependent on trim level. The interior seats 7 in the base LX trim, or 8 in all other trim levels. Standard safety features include 4-wheel anti-lock disc brakes, electronic stability and traction control, active front head restraints, front side-impact airbags, side curtain airbags covering all 3 rows and LATCH anchors for up to 5 child safety seats in 8-seat models. Cargo capacity measures 38.4 cubic feet with all seats in place, or up to 148.5 cubic feet with the second and third-row seats down. At 18 city/27 highway mpg with the 5-speed and 19/28 mpg with the 6-speed, the Odyssey is considerably more efficient than most segment competitors.
| % Chosen by Shoppers | Average MSRP | Average CarsDirect Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 2012 EX-L Passenger Van w/DVD RES | 20% | $37,423 | $34,026 |
| 2 2012 EX-L Passenger Van | 17% | $35,821 | $32,672 |
| 3 2012 EX Passenger Van | 14% | $32,433 | $29,485 |
| 4 2012 EX-L Passenger Van w/NAV | 14% | $37,817 | $34,448 |
| 5 2012 Touring Elite Passenger Van | 14% | $44,630 | $40,885 |
| 6 2012 Touring Passenger Van | 11% | $42,137 | $38,647 |
| 7 2012 LX Passenger Van | 10% | $29,176 | $26,504 |
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