2009 Honda Odyssey Consumer Reviews Page 4

Still tough to beat the Odyssey

Written by: Tommy B on 05/19/2009

Vehicle

2009 Honda Odyssey EX-L 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Review

This is our 2nd Ody. The first one, an '03 EX-L, was bullet-proof. Got as much as 26 mpg on the highway. Our new 2009 is even more refined. Much more plush interior, nicer exterior colors and lines. Features like power liftgate and backup camera are super useful. Some complain that their new Ody rides rough. Actually, it reminds me of the driving feel of my Bimmer. You can definitely "feel" the road; but it's a good refined feeling, not a "rough" feeling. Interior noise about the same as the old one. The one complaint I have is with the Plus-One center seat for the 2nd row. I find it nearly unusable. First, you can't stow it. On earlier models you could, but no longer.

Favorite Features

Backup camera in mirror, power liftgate, good hiway mileage.

Suggested Improvements

Make the Plus-One seat stowable. Right now it has to be removed and stored in my garage when not in use.

15 out 15 people found this review helpful

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Odyssey Excellent!!

Written by: Olavanman on 05/18/2009

Vehicle

2009 Honda Odyssey EX-L 4dr Minivan w/Rear Entertainment (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Review

We just love our 2009 Odyssey EX-L with RES. It feels just like our Accord. Drive: The drive is smooth and comfortable. Accelerates well. Comfort: We just love the leather interior, really comfortable seats. One drawback though is - the Steering Wheel should extend out a little farther for a little more comfort. I am 5'-6" and sometimes I find it hard to rest my arms on the arm rest and still be able to grip the steering comfortably. Anyone looking at buying the Odyssey should consider this. Interior Design: We just love the design. The fold-away center tray in the first row is a great thing to have. It makes moving from the front to the back so much easier (especially with kids).

Favorite Features

In-floor storage. VCM. Power Tail gate. Rear-view camera and mirror display. 1st row center fold-away tray. 2nd row middle seat.

Suggested Improvements

Steering should extend out a little farther - maybe another 2 inches would make for a more comfortable seating!

5 out 5 people found this review helpful

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Love our newly bought Odyssey

Written by: Shania on 05/11/2009

Vehicle

2009 Honda Odyssey EX-L 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Review

We got our first minivan a few days ago after doing research between Odyssey and Sienna for several months. We finally decided to go with Odyssey because of the safety rating, the roomy third row seats and better value for the price. It is really fun driving this car. Though we never drove a big car before, we find it extremely easy and pleasant to drive this car. The whole family loves this car.

Favorite Features

Backup camera, power doors, safety features, three zone climate control.

Suggested Improvements

Nothing for now.

4 out 7 people found this review helpful

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First MiniVan....Love It

Written by: chris on 05/11/2009

Vehicle

2009 Honda Odyssey EX-L 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Review

I originally did not consider a Honda thinking it was going to be too expensive. But after comparing costs with other "less" expensive options the Honda stood out. Exterior has great stylings for a minivan and the interior is roomy and luxurious. Drives like a car. I can hardly wait for my first trip. Auto doors are a feature I never really thought about, but I love them. What's more the wife and kids love it.

Favorite Features

Auto doors and tailgate, seating options, plenty of storage compartments. Smooth ride.

Suggested Improvements

More color options.

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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An Impressive Vehicle

Written by: Chrysler Exile on 05/05/2009

Vehicle

2009 Honda Odyssey EX-L 4dr Minivan w/Nav, Rear Entertainment (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Review

This vehicle replaced a 2000 Town & Country Limited that literally fell apart on me. I liked the ride a little better on that vehicle, but the Odyssey is extremely well-designed in terms of day-to-day practicality. That even extended to the pre-drilled bolt-holes that allowed me to install a trailer hitch in about a 1/2 hour using only a socket wrench. The Honda's principal drawbacks are that it is noisier than other minivans and the entertainment system is too complicated. Plus, it's wider than other minivans, which makes garage parking harder.

Favorite Features

VCM is invisible in operation and significantly boosts mileage. Interior storage and cabin organization are superb. The best cruise control system I've ever used. The digital media input jack is simple and welcome.

Suggested Improvements

Seriously, what's up with the no- compass thing? Automatic headlights and exterior rear view mirrors that actually show what's behind you would be nice, too. And cross-bars on the roof rack should come standard with the roof rack.

23 out 25 people found this review helpful

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Hope based on reputation

Written by: HHSBS on 05/05/2009

Vehicle

2009 Honda Odyssey EX 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Review

Honda is a well reputed co., so we bought the minivan. Having said that, overall I am very happy with the interior room. But it lacks features and the most disturbing thing of all is the road / wind noise. If you plan to go out with family on long trips, this is not a van for you. Noise level is high and makes the journey a bit of a torture. Also lack of power outlet is a big disappointment. Will look elsewhere for my next car / van.

Favorite Features

Lots of room.

Suggested Improvements

Fix the road noise and provide a little more comfortable ride.

14 out 25 people found this review helpful

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Honda is only company making deals

Written by: steve on 05/02/2009

Vehicle

2009 Honda Odyssey EX-L 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Review

This is our 2nd Honda Odyssey. First had 105k miles, 6 years and we paid sticker no discounts. This time we looked at Toyota, Nissan, and Ford. Ford, Toyota, and Nissan were basically offering invoice pricing which is what they did last time, not great deals... Honda was 28% off sticker and way below invoice listed on websites. Way different than last time we bought from Honda. This van was thousands less expensive than what Nissan or Toyota would do. Ford was not that great either. Now I know why Honda has the best year over year sales figures. They know what market they are dealing in... I have a 2000 Acura RL with 115k, but can't get Acura to do a deal... strange.

Favorite Features

Suggested Improvements

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Honda let us down!

Written by: Jerry-from Cloquet on 04/27/2009

Vehicle

2009 Honda Odyssey EX-L 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Review

My wife and I considered the Honda Odyssey and the Toyota Sienna, but liked the overall looks and reputation of Honda. The one option we both wanted, living up here in the frozen north, are heated seats. At first we only wanted the EX model, but had to purchase the EX-L to get the heated seat option, along with the other options that came with the EX-L. This cost us over $3000.00 extra, all because we wanted heated seats. After buying the Honda, taking it home and reading into the owners manual, discovered that only the drivers seat was fully heated, not the passenger seat, which is only heated on the seat portion. Honda should have had this information on their brochures.

Favorite Features

Good ride, roomy interior and resale value. Spare tire stored inside the car. A solid, good looking vehicle.

Suggested Improvements

A "compass". Switches for heated seats should be up higher on the instrument panel. Instrument panel should be better lighted. Did I mention a compass?

7 out 12 people found this review helpful

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First Honda Owned

Written by: Melissa on 04/21/2009

Vehicle

2009 Honda Odyssey EX 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Review

Love it! I have a 2004 Town & County which has been the most unreliable vehicle owned. The T&C does seem to have a more comfortable ride as the Honda has a more "car feel" to the drive. However, the safety ratings and extra space - as well as reliability ratings - makes this a much better investment for the money. The drive in comfortable and the kids love the exterior look - a little sportier than the T&C. We cannot wait to move up to the EX-L or Touring in a few years.

Favorite Features

6 CD Disc Changer, rear power windows, power sliding doors are very quiet, temperature and zone control, 2nd row jump seat or tray, extra floor storage

Suggested Improvements

automatic headlights, power passenger seat on the EX model, more padding in seats

6 out 7 people found this review helpful

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One week and so far so good

Written by: EC from Canada on 04/04/2009

Vehicle

2009 Honda Odyssey EX-L 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Review

Picked up my first Honda and first mini van a week ago and so far it's been very good experience. I haven't driven it lots yet, but so far I really like how it drives. Love the backup cam and power sliding door and tailgate. I do find the VCM is more obvious than it felt on the van I test drove. I also felt it more when the gear downshift as I am gliding along with the foot off the gas pedal and running with the ECO light on. Mileage so far hasn't been as good as I expected, but we are just about 500km into the break-in phase of the vehicle, so hope it gets better. Will write another review in a few months after the break-in period is over. Considered Sienna, but like styling of Honda

Favorite Features

Power doors and tailgate. Sunroof (my first) Backup camera The fun one can have with VCM - trying to keep the ECO light on Power seat Spacious interior Stylish exterior Heated seats

Suggested Improvements

Better mileage - I hope this will improve after the break-in period. Could use more than one power outlet in front I thought the front door is not as solid as it should be. When closing the door, it sounds solid from inside, but sounds kind of hollow from outside. More storage spaces in front.

5 out 6 people found this review helpful

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