Minivans

2011 Honda Odyssey Touring

Family Friendliness: 9.6

Recommended: Yes

Specifications also apply to Touring Elite.

What it Is: An eight-passenger full-size minivan, with all the trimmings.
Who it's For: Families who need the hauling capability of a minivan, plus up to five LATCH points.
What's Hot: Wide Mode second row means three-across boosters.
What's Not: Some features not available, such as active cruise and pushbutton ignition.
Family Friendly Options: DVD entertainment system, backup camera with three views, navigation system, Bluetooth, USB input
How It Got Its Score: The Odyssey scores extremely well thanks to its very good crash test scores, high fuel economy for the class, eight passenger capacity and five LATCH points.

The 2011 Honda Odyssey is all new, improving on the previous-generation's strengths while adding a few new features. The Touring and new Touring Elite are the top-line models, and are distinguished from the rest of the Odyssey line by virtue of their six-speed automatic transmissions, as well as more comprehensive equipment list. Leather, parking sensors, an acoustic windshield (for quieter highway speeds), navigation, a three-angle rear view camera, and a rear DVD system are all standard; the Elite adds a widescreen DVD system, blind spot detection and a high-end audio system with surround sound.

Like all Odysseys but the base LX model, the Touring and Touring Elite come standard with the 2011 Honda Odyssey's new Wide Mode second row seating. This allows owners to spread the three center positions apart slightly, allowing enough room for three large booster seats. For families with small children, especially families with multiples. It's extremely clever, and when combined with the eight-passenger capacity and five usable LATCH points, it gives the new Odyssey a significant passenger carrying edge over its competition.

Specifications Price MSRP $40,755 Destination $780 Other Models (Base Price) Touring Elite ($44,030) Mechanical Engine Size 3.5 liters Engine Type V-6 Horsepower 248 hp Torque 250 lb.-ft. Fuel Regular Unleaded Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive Transmission 6-Speed Automatic Fuel Economy EPA City 19 mpg EPA Highway 28 mpg EPA Combined 22 mpg Utility Vehicle Type Minivan Family Friendliness 9.6 Doors Five Seat Rows Three Passengers Eight or more LATCH Positions Five Cargo Space 38.4 cu. ft. Cargo Space (3rd Row Folded) 93.1 cu. ft. Max Cargo Space 148.5 cu. ft. NHTSA Overall 5 Stars NHTSA Front 5 Stars NHTSA Side 5 Stars NHTSA Rollover 4 Stars IIHS Front Good IIHS Side Good IIHS Rear Good Stability Control Standard Traction Control Standard Brake Assist Standard Side Airbags Thorax and Curtain Collision Avoidance Optional Active Cruise Control Optional

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