Easy for kids and car seats8 seats
—MPG · EPA
—Safety · NHTSA
8Seats
—Recalls · NHTSA
About the Honda Odyssey
A minivan with sliding doors, lots of space and smart seats you can move around. Easy for car seats and big groups.
Drives like a big, comfortable car. Strong V6, steady on the highway. Easy to drive for its size.
Tip: Minivans are easier for kids than most SUVs. Test the sliding doors and seats in person.
Why people buy it
Easiest for kidsSliding doors and low floor make car seats easy.
Huge insideRoom for 7–8 people and their stuff.
Smooth V6Strong and quiet on the highway.
Smart seatsMiddle seats slide side to side (Magic Slide).
Is it right for you?
✓ you have little kids✓ you carpool or haul family✓ you drive for apps (XL)
✕ you want all-wheel drive✕ you care about a sporty look✕ gas money matters most
Which version to get
2018–2026 trims, simplified · check at the dealer
EX · Has what most families need.Best value
EX-L · Sport · Leather or a sportier look.
Touring · Elite · Top tech and luxury. Nice, not needed.
Buying used: which years
2021–2026Updated look and tech; problems from early years fixed.
2018–2020Good value. Some 2018–2019 owners reported screen and transmission glitches; ask about software updates.
2015–2017Older body. Cheaper; check transmission service records.
Questions to ask the dealer
- Do both sliding doors work smoothly?
- Has the transmission been serviced?
- Which trim is it, exactly?
- Any open recalls, and were they fixed?
- Can I see the service records?
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Prices, payments and out-the-door totals are Carvessa estimates, not offers; check with the dealer. MPG from EPA (fueleconomy.gov) and safety stars and recalls from NHTSA, as of 2026-10-07, for 2020 and newer (older years: check nhtsa.gov/recalls with the VIN). Car photo: Deathpallie325, CC BY 4.0 (background removed).