Honda Odyssey 1999-2003 used car review

The Honda Odyssey offers room for seven people without being large and van-like to drive.

Richard Edwards

Expert Reviewer | Auto Media Group

Exterior

Drive

Safety

Value

Overall score , 3.0 out of 5

The good

Flexible seating options for up to seven
Excellent ride and handling for a people mover
Smooth six-cylinder engine

The not-so-good

Thirsty for fuel
Boot space is short with seven seats in place
Troublesome reliability - check carefully before you buy

Inside and out

On the road

Safety

Reliability

Cost of ownership

Buyers’ guide

New Zealand-new

Japanese import

Timeline

Details

Review vehicle

2001 Honda Odyssey Absolute

Price

$4,500 to $9,500 for models which have travelled 70,000 to 120,000km

Engine

3-litre six-cylinder, 154kW/270Nm (claimed)

Transmission

five-speed automatic, front-wheel drive

Servicing

15,000km or 12 months

Spare wheel

Space saver

Fuel economy

11.5-litres per 100km (claimed)

Fuel type

Ragular

Length

4770mm

Width

1795mm

Height

1630mm

Towing capacity

400kg (unbraked), 720kg (braked) - unofficial

Turning circle

11.5m

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Richard Edwards

Expert Reviewer | Auto Media Group

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