The Honda Odyssey is one of the best-selling family vehicles, thanks to its spacious cabin and superior performance. This is a minivan that has managed to rise up among the ranks in the market that is ruled by SUVs of all shapes and sizes.
The 2018 Honda Odyssey is the perfect vehicle for the families that like to keep one vehicle for their daily commute and adventure trips. The all-new minivan is already available in multiple parts of the world and the families are thoroughly enjoying the superior performance and luxurious cabin of this vehicle.
Honda has updated the interior of the vehicle and fitted with new technologies so that the families can travel together and enjoy the comforts of a minivan. Regardless of how long the drive is, the all-new 2018 Honda Odyssey is the perfect vehicle for large families.
It is already a favorite in the UAE, however, with the addition of these new technologies, the 2018 Honda Odyssey is expected to make new waves in the large vehicle markets all over the world. The designers at Honda have redesigned the exterior and the interior has been given a new appeal that can go toe-to-toe with any luxury vehicle in the market.
The 2018 Honda Odyssey has received many kudos for its reliability, consistency, and stability in the performance. The UAE’s motorists are expecting the same results when the vehicle reaches the UAE markets sometime in 2018.
Here is a review of the 2018 Honda Odyssey with a closer look at its upgrades, new design, technologies, safety features and more.
Design of 2018 Honda Odyssey
The 2018 Honda Odyssey has a fantastic new design that looks better. Thanks to the redesign, the exterior is now more stylish, bolder and more elegant than before. The interior of the minivan is designed to be spacious and be more comfortable with better seats and latest technologies that make it the perfect vehicle for families.
Upgraded Exterior
The exterior of the 2018 Honda Odyssey has been changed a lot, so much that it is easily recognizable. The front fascia is now more streamlined and dynamic looking, thanks to the all-new grille design which now has a sharper and more angular look.
The grille is flanked by the LED headlights that have a new design as well. The headlights now have a slanting design that suits the overall appearance of the minivan and make it look sharper and more modern than before.
The headlights now have the multi-reflector Halogen feature that will automatically turn on and off to ensure that the driver has complete visibility on the road, and of course, these lights look really handsome in their casing.
The front of the vehicle also features active grille shutters to ensure that the engine of the vehicle is performing well, especially at times when the engine needs better cooling action to perform well under difficult driving conditions.
The first thing that will is noticeable from on the sides of the vehicle are the Power Sliding Doors that make exiting and entering the vehicle very easy. The doors of the 2018 Honda Odyssey offer easy access to the rear cabin area and the two rows of seats so that the driver and the passengers can easily load and unload adventure gear and luggage.
The sides also feature seamlessly flowing lines that blend in with the overall design of the vehicle and give it a very welcoming look. The rear windows are darker and they wrap around all the way to the rear of the 2018 Honda Odyssey to hide the track of the sliding doors.
At the rear of the 2018 Honda Odyssey are taillights that new feature a more contemporary design that appears to be stylish and attracts the attention of the onlookers. The stance of the vehicle is very impressive and imposing, thanks to the 18-inch light silver painted alloy wheels.
However, there are options of 18-inch machine-finished alloy wheels with dark grey insert and 19-inch machine-finished alloy wheels with gloss black insert as well if someone wants to further enhance the look of the vehicle.
The rear also has the Hands-free Access Power Tailgate that makes loading and unloading the 2018 Honda Odyssey a very easy and effortless task. The cargo area of the minivan can be accessed by simply waving the foot under the rear bumper of the vehicle.
The driver also has the ability to customize the height of the tailgate and ensure that it opens at the right angle for the driver or anyone else. Thanks to the key fob, this tailgate can be opened and closed from up to 50 feet away.
The roofline spoiler of the 2018 Honda Odyssey is now integrated with a brake light so that the vehicles behind it are aware of when the driver has engaged brakes. The 2018 Honda Odyssey is available in 4 pearl-finish and 4 metallic colors.
Updated Interior
The 2018 Honda Odyssey has a newly upgraded interior so that it is more stylish, comfortable and impressive than ever before. The designers and engineers at Honda have added multiple new features and technologies so that the interior is more comfortable for the large families that will use this vehicle for the daily commute.
The front of the cabin features a redesigned instrument panel that is now more modern and contemporary looking. The instrument panel is now ergonomically designed so that now it can feature the new 7-inch Digital Driver Information Interface and another 8-inch Display Touch-Screen for the infotainment of the passengers.
The all-new Digital Driver Information Interface is fully customizable so that the driver can get his or her desired information in real time and take timely and immediate actions. Instead of a paddle shifter, the vehicle now features a gear selector that now has easy to access buttons.
The One-Touch Power Moonroof lets the fresh air come inside and enhance the drive quality of the passengers. The 2018 Honda Odyssey is spacious enough to seat 8 passengers quite comfortably. And of any passenger spills anything, the driver or the passengers can easily clear up the mess with the HondaVAC.
The HondaVAC is a built-in vacuum that makes cleaning messes a lot easier than before. The versatile cabin of the 2018 Honda Odyssey is actually very spacious as well. A lot of that has to do with the versatile seats and the technologies.
The Magic Slide 2nd-Row Seats offer easy access to the third row and ensure that the front passenger and the driver can easily move the second row closer to their seats. The One-Motion 60/40 Split 3rd-Row Magic Seat is capable of enhancing the cargo capacity of the minivan while at the same time it presents enough room to the passengers to enjoy their trip.
With all of the seats up and with passengers on them, the cargo capacity of the vehicle is 38.6 cubic feet. However, with both rows of seats down, the cargo capacity of the vehicle increases to 158 cubic feet. All the seats in the vehicle are upholstered with leather for a comfortable and premium feel.
The driver will have 8-way power adjustable seat while the front passenger will have 4-way power adjustable seat. There is also an option of a 12-way power adjustable seat with 4-way lumbar support for the driver.
The higher trim levels of the 2018 Honda Odyssey feature heated and ventilated front seats and the Tri-Zone Climate Control makes everyone comfortable at all times.
Welcome to your new 2018 #HondaOdyssey, with an available cockpit for endless possibilities. pic.twitter.com/3UdmBTMPkN
— Honda (@Honda) September 17, 2017
Technological Features
The 2018 Odyssey has plenty of new technological features to offer many creature comforts to the passengers. Some of its highlighting new technological features include:
- Multi-Zone Audio Bluetooth
- Multiple USB Ports
- Apple CarPlay
- Android Auto
- Wireless Phone Charger
- Honda CabinWatch
- Honda CabinTalk
Optional technological reviews include Advanced Rear Entertainment System that features a 10.2-inch display for the entertainment of the passengers in the back.
Performance of the 2018 Honda Odyssey
Odyssey has always had the reputation for being a responsive and high-performance vehicle and the 2018 Honda Odyssey is keeping you with and ensure that it lives up to the reputation of the vehicle. For this purpose, the 2018 Honda Odyssey is powered by a 3.5-litre V6 engine that is capable of producing 280 horsepower and a torque of 262 lb-ft.
This V6 engine has technologies such as the Direct Fuel Injection, Drive-by-Wire Throttle System, Eco Assist System and Variable Cylinder Management to enhance its fuel efficiency and give more miles per liter. Honda has also added the Active Control Engine Mount System to minimize the side effects of the engine vibrations whereas the Active Noise Cancellation System makes sure that the cabin of the vehicle is silent, calm and away from the outside noises.
The engine is paired with a 9-speed automatic transmission with paddle shifters, while the Touring and Elite trim levels are paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission with shift-by-wire and paddle shifters. The 2018 Honda Odyssey has the fuel efficiency of 19mpg in the city, 28mpg on the highway and 22mpg combined.
Safety Features
The 2018 Odyssey is fitted with advanced active and passive safety features with latest Driver Assist Technology to become one of the safest vehicles for families. Its active safety features include:
- Traction Control
- Vehicle Stability Assist
- Anti-Lock Braking System
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System
- Electronic Brake Distribution
- Brake Assist
- Tire Fill Assist and Location and Pressure Indicators
- Multi-Angle Rearview Camera
- Hill Descent Control
- Collision Mitigation Braking System
- Road Departure Mitigation System
- Forward Collision Warning
- Lane Departure Warning
The 2018 Odyssey has the following passive safety features.
- Advanced Compatibility Engineering
- Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren (LATCH)
- Child-Proof Rear Door Locks
The Driver Assist Technology is available on all trim levels except the LX trim. The features included are:
- Lane Keeping Assist System
- Adaptive Cruise Control
- Auto High-Beam Headlights
- Blind Spot Information System
- Cross Traffic Monitor
The 2018 #HondaOdyssey Elite takes safety performance seriously and has qualified to be an IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK+. pic.twitter.com/eO1PGCuEYg
— Honda (@Honda) September 21, 2017
Price of 2018 Honda Odyssey
Honda has not announced the release date or price for the UAE market as yet, however, it is expected that the vehicle will reach the markets sometime in the middle of 2018. The 2018 Honda Odyssey has the starting price of $29,990 in the USA.
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