Used 2019 Honda Odyssey Minivan Consumer Reviews
Odyssey review
The only problem is that I cannot stretch my left leg while driving. Honda should reserve more space for left leg. Everything else is great so far.
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Accident prevention technology lacks
Own a 2017 Elantra Limited with the technology and ultimate packages. The safety technology is responsive, and will drive the vehicle as long as the road lines are clear. The 2019 Odyssey EX-L has the same technology but compared to the discount brand (Hyundai) it sucks. The lane keep assist system vibrates the steering wheel without helping steer the vehicle back in the lane and the radar cruise control will crash you into vehicles before it effectively slows you down. It's not a horrible vehicle but you expect more from an automotive company who is constantly praised.
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- EX-L Passenger Minivan w/Navigation and Rear Entertainment SystemMSRP: $21,9703 mi away
- EX-L Passenger MinivanMSRP: $24,00013 mi away
- EX-L Passenger Minivan w/Navigation and Rear Entertainment SystemMSRP: $22,9502 mi away
Respect the Tech
This is a big jump in technology for minivans, so be prepared for a futuristic feel. This has an amazing drive and feel. The quality and resale value is also great, as this will last forever. The only things I don't like: can't turn off some technology, adaptive cruise control, slow/delayed sliding doors, no A/C button, and the transmission could be a little smoother. Otherwise, the van is beautiful and drives quietly and smoothly. I plan to take this van over 200k miles.
Transport box!
Poor vehicle deep down when you dissociate yourself from the aggressive 'best van' marketing; not suited for colder climate, plastic paneling separates and causes leaks, FWD only as compared to Toyota Sienna (AWD) so very poor control during winter, slides badly and relatively low ground clearance; snow mode is useless and gives no additional traction; Driver display screen froze once draining the battery needing jump start; persistent problems with 'walk away auto lock'; sluggish pick-up even with sports mode, does not feel sturdy, and have no confidence in the 5 star crash rating; can feel the centrifugal force while turning at more than 35 miles speed; interior trims and panels in the car boot came loose 1 month after purchase; couple of recalls already in couple of months of purchase, 3rd row driver side charger was found to be faulty after purchase; Honda Lane assist does not work most times and it's a marketing gimmick; engine not so quiet; driver windows shudder and jam at times (more in winters); sliding doors had issues until recalled, middle row seat design of Pacifica is more ergonomic (folds like third row seats, rather than the bulky honda design, need to be manually taken out risking scratches to paint); only one smart-phone USB port for the screen so cannot use anything else when the phone is connected. Fuel economy very variable so no real advantage over others Not to mention very poor customer service and everything is managed by dealers, Honda corporation is in no position to help with issues, perhaps don't want to; misleading advertising Update: Remains a poor van, I recently drove a Pacifica and it was indeed better! We now use the Odyssey mostly to haul material, equipment, and groceries Poor performance and particularly bad in winter weather Addendum: July 2020 Remains a poor van and hopefully will get rid of it next year, we continue to transport dogs and domestic supplies in it and it remains parked in the corner, I will not recommend it to anyone Update2021 Multiple recalls since purchasing, display screen-freezes and gives wrong indication of vehicles approaching, I wish I can upload a photo of the frozen screens that drained the battery Once it needed a jump start, horrible Van can’t wait to get rid of this crap! I regret buying this van, my suggestion would be to look for alternatives
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Honda ZF 9-Speed Catastrophic Transmission Failure
Had a 2019 Honda Odyssey with the ZF 9-Speed Transmission - complete failure at 75k miles requiring replacement of transmission that cost $6.5K. Do not buy this vehicle. Transmission failure manifested itself in lower gears - no warning or anything. So much for Honda reliability. Will never buy one again.