Honda: Odyssey News
06-18-2010, 02:09 PM
#281
The sizzle in the Steak
06-18-2010, 06:12 PM
#282
Street Spirit, I looked for more pictures and now I know what you're talking about. I generally don't care about interior materials much (I drive a Camaro FFS) but I HATE plastic steering wheels. IMO the things that should NEVER be smooth/shiny hard-to-the-touch plastic in a car are the steering wheel, shift knob, door pull, and armrest.
I didn't know that was what the Sienna's interior looked like... 
it does look like they put more thought into the actual styling of the interior compared to the previous gen, but I don't like this asymmetrical look that Toyota is doing on the Sienna and RX350.
it does look like they put more thought into the actual styling of the interior compared to the previous gen, but I don't like this asymmetrical look that Toyota is doing on the Sienna and RX350.
06-19-2010, 03:18 AM
#284
Burning Brakes
^Thats the interior of a Lexus?!
It looks so ugly...and people make fun of the new Acuras for having too many buttons...I would rather have lots of buttons than an odd shaped dash like that
It looks so ugly...and people make fun of the new Acuras for having too many buttons...I would rather have lots of buttons than an odd shaped dash like that
06-19-2010, 07:31 AM
#285
AZ Community Team
aside from the a few miscues such as the Crosstour grille and the sliding tracks, I think it looks great for a minivan.
Grille on the concept was much better and the sliding tracks weren't as large.
Honda's rationale for keeping the sliding tracks is because they say the hidden tracks (which run along the lower edge of the 3rd row windows) are prone to failure since they're not as strong.
although i don't really read any owner's complaints from the Sienna about such "failures"...
Grille on the concept was much better and the sliding tracks weren't as large.
Honda's rationale for keeping the sliding tracks is because they say the hidden tracks (which run along the lower edge of the 3rd row windows) are prone to failure since they're not as strong.
although i don't really read any owner's complaints from the Sienna about such "failures"...
06-19-2010, 10:28 AM
#286
Senior Moderator
I was shocked the first time I saw the interior of some of the Lexus cars. I cannot stand that weird shaped center console.
06-19-2010, 10:31 AM
#287
Senior Moderator
New Ody looks a little off. Interior is gorgeous, but the exterior....ick. The back third of the van looks like a totally different vehicle than the first 2/3 because of that indented character line. And the grille...yuck. Looks like they restyled the front and slapped it on the existing rear end, and it does not mesh together.
A diesel engine would also be good in this application, but oh wait, they canceled diesels.
A diesel engine would also be good in this application, but oh wait, they canceled diesels.
06-19-2010, 11:22 AM
#288
AZ Community Team
07-20-2010, 03:21 PM
#289
Senior Moderator
From TOV http://www.vtec.net/news/news-item?news_item_id=911815
Wow..
"Honda, where being environmentally friendly isn't free"
We have heard from sources (on the dealer side) that the upcoming 2011 Honda Odyssey will indeed offer an all-new 6-speed automatic transmission, but it would only be offered in the Touring and Touring Elite trim levels. This would explain why Honda says all models will have the same VCM V6, yet only certain models will achieve the claimed 19/28mpg fuel economy ratings. Also note that in the current Odyssey generation, the VCM V6 (which improves EPA fuel economy ratings by 1mpg city, and 2mpg highway) is only available in EX-L and Touring models, so this isn't necessarily surprising news.
"Honda, where being environmentally friendly isn't free"
Last edited by dom; 07-20-2010 at 03:23 PM.
07-20-2010, 03:26 PM
#290
The sizzle in the Steak
^^ and yet Toyota puts a 6 speed in every model of the Sienna...regardless of engine size.
07-20-2010, 03:34 PM
#291
I'm the Firestarter
You guys will never be happy. Finally Honda puts out a 6 sp like you've been asking for years, and you complain because it's only available in an expensive minivan.
07-20-2010, 03:37 PM
#293
Senior Moderator
Pay no attention to the 2009 VW Rabbit on my driveway that has a 6 speed. :smitler:
07-20-2010, 03:51 PM
#294
The sizzle in the Steak
For Honda....a six speed is high tech.
...so is direct injection.
...so is dual clutch gearbox
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...so is direct injection.
...so is dual clutch gearbox
...
07-20-2010, 05:01 PM
#295
^ beat me to it. Hell LEDs are high tech...too high tech even for half of their Acura lineup!
07-20-2010, 05:01 PM
#296
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Gotta love Honda sometimes!
I'm not convinced Honda needs to jump on the DI boat, though. The main improvements affect forced inducted engines. This isn't to say there aren't results for NA engines, but they're minimal enough that I think it's smarter to just leave it on the table for the future if necessary. Ford did that with the new Cyclone series (3.5 and 3.7) and Chrysler did with the new Phoenix series.
07-20-2010, 05:46 PM
#297
Senior Moderator
Honda, Power of Half Assed Dreams
Every thing they have been doing is Half Assed.
You take the time to "FINALLY" get out a 6 speed, and YET only SOME of your vehicles get it and the rest still get the old crap.
Every thing they have been doing is Half Assed.
You take the time to "FINALLY" get out a 6 speed, and YET only SOME of your vehicles get it and the rest still get the old crap.
08-18-2010, 07:27 PM
#298
a quick video of it in motion, nothing really new. but the lift in the rear looks pretty substantial in the video, like the back end of a school bus 
http://videos.al.com/birmingham-news...y_test_dr.html
http://videos.al.com/birmingham-news...y_test_dr.html
08-18-2010, 09:10 PM
#299
Senior Moderator
That thing looks hideous.......... MY GOD that rear overhang is like a school bus what the hell is honda doing.
what the hell is honda doing.
08-19-2010, 06:27 AM
#301
Race Director
08-19-2010, 08:16 AM
#302
Senior Moderator
Definitley looks better in black. Hides most of the awkward lines and huge gaps. But a styling miss for the most part IMO. But like biker said, will anyone care? The van has such a great reputation (although mine is a POS) that it won't matter.
08-19-2010, 09:51 AM
#303
I'm the Firestarter
a quick video of it in motion, nothing really new. but the lift in the rear looks pretty substantial in the video, like the back end of a school bus
http://videos.al.com/birmingham-news...y_test_dr.html
http://videos.al.com/birmingham-news...y_test_dr.html
@ actual soccer mom in a track suit driving it.It doesn't look that bad. It's a freakin' minivan, what do you expect.
08-19-2010, 10:25 AM
#304
The sizzle in the Steak
still a mess
08-19-2010, 11:44 AM
#305
Senior Moderator
I know i wouldnt buy this version if i was looking and i wouldnt mind the wife driving a oddy.
08-19-2010, 01:25 PM
#306
I actually like the new Odyssey's design. I was just taken back by the lift in the rear, was not expecting to see that at all. A Ferrari could slide its hood underneath that rear.
08-20-2010, 09:57 AM
#307
Senior Moderator
08-23-2010, 11:18 AM
#309
I drive a Subata.
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I'm very sorry for hijacking the thread.. but has anyone had an experience with Kumho Solus KR21 tires on ody? I'm thinking of getting a set for my dad's right now. His lease will be up in 1 year, so I'm not trying to go for the best tires. Just something that is affordable and decent. Thank you guys!!
08-23-2010, 12:08 PM
#310
The sizzle in the Steak
^^ oddyclub.com
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08-23-2010, 01:27 PM
#311
I drive a Subata.
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my bad
08-23-2010, 02:18 PM
#312
Pro
http://sanddollarhonda.blogspot.com/...olors-and.html
-Now have a touring Elite
-You can get an Ex-l Navi without RES
-Colors Eliminated for 2011
*No more Slate Green (interesting.. This was one of our top colors)
*No more Ocean Mist Metallic (Very popular when the Odyssey first came out but fizzed out)
*No more Bali Blue Pearl (wasn't a very popular color)
-New Colors for 2011
*Celestial Blue Metallic
*Smokey Topaz Metallic
On VTEC.net, it was posted that:
LX standard features include:
Power Driver’s Seat
Trip Computer
Subwoofer
EX adds:
Front Console Tray
Driver Power Lumbar Support
Auto Headlights
EX-L adds:
Hands Free Link
USB Interface
Cool Box
Touring adds:
3rd Row Sunshades
Wideview Rear Camera
3rd Row Armrest
Adjustable Pedals
Touring Elite adds:
Wide RES
12 Speaker Premium Sound
HID Headlights
-Now have a touring Elite
-You can get an Ex-l Navi without RES
-Colors Eliminated for 2011
*No more Slate Green (interesting.. This was one of our top colors)
*No more Ocean Mist Metallic (Very popular when the Odyssey first came out but fizzed out)
*No more Bali Blue Pearl (wasn't a very popular color)
-New Colors for 2011
*Celestial Blue Metallic
*Smokey Topaz Metallic
On VTEC.net, it was posted that:
LX standard features include:
Power Driver’s Seat
Trip Computer
Subwoofer
EX adds:
Front Console Tray
Driver Power Lumbar Support
Auto Headlights
EX-L adds:
Hands Free Link
USB Interface
Cool Box
Touring adds:
3rd Row Sunshades
Wideview Rear Camera
3rd Row Armrest
Adjustable Pedals
Touring Elite adds:
Wide RES
12 Speaker Premium Sound
HID Headlights
08-23-2010, 04:46 PM
#313
Good God what is with Honda and HIDs? You can get them on a CR-Z EX, yet you have to go all the way to the Elite $$$ to get them on the Odyssey.
08-23-2010, 05:54 PM
#314
The sizzle in the Steak
^^ Come on now....HID is brand new tech.....for only high end automobiles.
08-23-2010, 06:14 PM
#315
I drive a Subata.
iTrader: (1)
Honda definitely knows how to f with consumers.. lol
08-23-2010, 06:40 PM
#316
The sizzle in the Steak
Another peeve....Hands Free Link & USB Interface only on EX L?!?!?!
You can get all that and more (MS SYNC) on a Ford Fusion econ hatch!!!!
You can get all that and more (MS SYNC) on a Ford Fusion econ hatch!!!!
08-23-2010, 06:54 PM
#318
Senior Moderator
"Safety for Everyone....with EX-L or higher"
Who cares that every Kia has it as standard equipment. I presume an AUX connection come standard on every trim? Or am I being an unreasonable Honda hater?
And how about a rear view camera built in to the rearview? If I'm not mistaken every trim of Sienna has that as standard.
Last edited by dom; 08-23-2010 at 06:57 PM.
08-23-2010, 07:03 PM
#319
The sizzle in the Steak
I get the USB but the hands free?!?!?
"Safety for Everyone....with EX-L or higher"
Who cares that every Kia has it as standard equipment. I presume an AUX connection come standard on every trim? Or am I being an unreasonable Honda hater?
And how about a rear view camera built in to the rearview? If I'm not mistaken every trim of Sienna has that as standard.
"Safety for Everyone....with EX-L or higher"
Who cares that every Kia has it as standard equipment. I presume an AUX connection come standard on every trim? Or am I being an unreasonable Honda hater?
And how about a rear view camera built in to the rearview? If I'm not mistaken every trim of Sienna has that as standard.
...but yea, I must be a hater too for thinking handsfree and usb should be included in a minivan of all vehicles.....but I guess they are reserved for the high end Ford Fiestas of the world.
Honda: The Power to nickel and dime you.
08-23-2010, 07:31 PM
#320
top of the line Odyssey = ~38K (perhaps even higher for the new model)
Touring model of the Odyssey = not 38K but not 24K either - no HID.