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Honda Odyssey V (facelift 2024) 3.5 V6 (280 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)
V (facelift 2024) Overview:
Honda Odyssey (V (facelift 2024)). With 355 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. At around 2053 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 8, it’s perfect for larger families.
3.5 V6 (280 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 3.5L V6 engine provides ample power (280 Hp) for confident acceleration, highway merging, and hauling a full load of passengers and cargo, complemented by a smooth 10-speed automatic transmission.
Fuel Economy
With a combined fuel consumption of 10.7 l/100 km, the V6 offers reasonable economy for its class and power output, aided by Honda's cylinder deactivation system.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and highly versatile interior with Magic Slide seats
- • Strong and refined 3.5L V6 engine performance
- • Smooth and efficient 10-speed automatic transmission
- • Reputation for excellent reliability and resale value
- • Comprehensive suite of standard safety features (Honda Sensing)
Cons:
- • Fuel economy, while decent, is not class-leading compared to hybrids
- • Exterior styling remains distinctly minivan, which may not appeal to all
- • No all-wheel-drive (AWD) option available
- • Large dimensions can make parking and maneuvering in tight spaces challenging
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(V (facelift 2021): 2020 - 2024).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Honda |
| Model: | Odyssey |
| Generation: | V (facelift 2024) |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.5 V6 (280 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | July, 2024 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Minivan |
| Seats: | 8 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Cylinder deactivation system |
| Power: | 280 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 80.7 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 355 Nm @ 4700 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | J35Y6 More details about the engine J35Y6 |
| Engine displacement: | 3471 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | SOHC, i-VTEC |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 89 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 93 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 11.5:1 |
| Maximum engine speed: | 6900 rpm. |
| 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) - urban (EPA): | 12.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban (EPA): | 8.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined (EPA): | 10.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 10.7 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | LEV3-ULEV70 |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 7.3 kg/Hp, 136.4 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.8 kg/Nm, 172.9 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2053 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 4412 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 1093 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1588 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 74 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 5212 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1994 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1768 mm mm [33mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 3000 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1709 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1707 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 12.1 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 | 10 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 320 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc, 330 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 | 18 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link spring suspension with stabilizer |
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