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Honda Odyssey IV Touring 3.5 V6 (248 Hp) Automatic
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Honda Odyssey:
The Honda Odyssey is a minivan manufactured by Japanese automaker Honda and marketed for the North American market, introduced in 1994.
The Odyssey was conceived and engineered in Japan after the country's economic crisis of the 1990s, which constrained the vehicle's size and concept and dictated its manufacture in an existing facility with minimal modification. The result was a smaller minivan, in the compact MPV class, that was well received in the Japanese domestic market, but less well received in North America. The first-generation Odyssey was marketed in Europe as the Honda Shuttle....(Read more on Wikipedia)
IV Overview:
Honda Odyssey (IV). With 339 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. At around 2070 kg, it’s on the heavier side. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A spacious vehicle designed to transport passengers comfortably, often with sliding doors. With seating for 7, it’s perfect for larger families.
The Honda Odyssey IV (North American market) was not tested by Euro NCAP. It typically received strong safety ratings from NHTSA and IIHS in its home market.
Touring 3.5 V6 (248 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 3.5L V6 engine provides robust power, ensuring confident acceleration and effortless highway cruising, well-suited for a full family hauler.
Fuel Economy
Fuel consumption of 10.7 l/100 km combined is reasonable for a large V6 minivan, offering a good balance of power and efficiency for its segment.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and highly versatile interior
- • Strong and smooth V6 engine performance
- • Reputable Honda reliability and resale value
- • Comfortable ride quality for long journeys
- • Excellent family hauler with practical features
Cons:
- • Fuel consumption can be high, especially in urban settings
- • Large exterior dimensions can make parking challenging
- • Styling might be considered conservative by some
- • Some interior technology might feel dated compared to newer models
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(III: 2004 - 2010).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Honda |
| Model: | Odyssey |
| Generation: | IV |
| Modification (Engine): | Touring 3.5 V6 (248 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2011 |
| End of production: | 2013 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Minivan |
| Seats: | 7-8 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Cylinder deactivation system |
| Power: | 248 Hp @ 5700 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 71.4 Hp/l [383mm more] |
| Torque: | 339 Nm @ 4800 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | J35Z8 More details about the engine J35Z8 |
| Engine displacement: | 3471 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | SOHC, i-VTEC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.3 l |
| Coolant: | 7.3 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 89 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 93 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 12.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 8.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 10.7 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 8.3 kg/Hp, 119.8 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.1 kg/Nm, 163.8 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2070 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 4205 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 1087 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 79 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 5153 mm mm [383mm more] |
| Width: | 1997 mm mm [197mm more] |
| Height: | 1737 mm mm [187mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 3000 mm mm [170mm more] |
| Width including mirrors: | 2011 mm |
| Front track: | 1730 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1732 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 151 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.2 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 320.04 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc, 332.74 mm [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 235/60 R18 |
| Wheel rims size | 7J x 18 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson, Transverse stabilizer |
| Rear suspension | Double wishbone, Independent multi-link suspension |
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