Odyssey

The Honda Odyssey has been the top rated mini-van almost from its first introduction.   What has really set the Honda Odyssey apart what is innovative third row that allows it to carry seven comfortably.  The third row folds flat when not needed to provide particularly generous cargo space.

The Odyssey is available in several different trims with a variety of options.   All customers wind up with the highly praised.  The Honda Odyssey can do 0 to 60 is 7.9 seconds which is quite impressive for a mini-van.   It has has a towing capacity of 3,500 pounds   The engine 3.5 liter is rated at 248 horse power which translates to 250 ft-lp of torque. The Odyssey was redesigned in 2011 but was refreshed this year.  One of the most significant changes is the addition of a 6 speed automatic transmission.  This increases the MPG to 28 MPG highway and 19 MPG city.   When one considers the fact that this is a vehicle capable of transporting seven people, the cost efficiency of moving people is one of the highest in the industry.



Here is a very good video review for the Touring Elite which is the "top-of-the line".   Click the following link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_u9V0tDmPic#t=214

In Northern Virginia, the Odyssey is one of the best selling vehicles at our dealership.   Units sell out quickly.   I actually sell more Odyssey's than any other vehicle.   Our dealership does offer Certified Used Honda Odysseys.   These can be a very good buy because they do come with Honda's extended warranty.

The Odyssey is admittedly an expensive vehicle.   When one considers buying a vehicle in this price range, reliability has to be a very important consideration.   Consumer Union highly rates the Honda Odyssey for reliability.   The following link lists out reliability of the Honda Odyssey by year.  This should be very useful if you do consider a used Odyssey. You can use this website to check out the reliability for other vehicles.

http://www.truedelta.com/Honda-Odyssey/reliability-113

The Honda Odyssey is one of those Honda vehicles where Honda is absolutely top of the heap.   Honda always ranks best for reliability, comfort, safety and resale value.   Sometime there are comparisons where the competition might have slightly better MPG or speed.   When it comes to the mini-van segment, the Honda Odyssey is the best in class.   Here is a very good source to learn about the mini-van segment:

http://usnews.rankingsandreviews.com/cars-trucks/Honda_Odyssey/

The Honda Odyssey starts at just under $29,000.  The top of the line Touring model can go for $46,000.   All versions come with the same wonderful 3.5 liter engine so the ride and efficiency for all models will be about the same.

Remember that this is a vehicle that is designed to take your kids from kindergarten to college.  This is one of those vehicles that never stops being practical.  Once the kids are in college, the Odyssey can tow a boat or RV around.   I love selling Odysseys because I know that the people who buy them will use them for many years.   Come on in or write me and I will help you find the model that is right for you.

Bunmi Barnes                                                   bunmisellscars@gmail.com

obarnes@hondaofchantilly.com

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