2014 Honda Odyssey – Automobiles Review

2014 Honda Odyssey – JDM

Honda has officially announced the 2014 Odyssey JDM and Odyssey Absolute JDM. The premium minivans are available at dealerships throughout Japan on November 1^st, 2013.

The 5^th generation Odyssey comes offers an unprecedented level of premium quality, combining roomy and refined comfort for occupants in all three rows with an exceptionally smooth ride. In each of its generations, the Odyssey has been ahead of the times in providing new minivan value.

Building on the original design concept, the all-new Odyssey features a completely new platform and powertrain. In ride quality, fuel economy, exterior design, interior roominess, utility and safety performance, the all-new Odyssey has evolved to surpass its predecessor.

The all-new Odyssey Absolute features powerful and refined exterior styling and a newly developed 2.4 L DOHC i-VTEC engine with direct fuel injection. It is connected to a CVT (continuously variable transmission).

In addition, the driving support functions of the all-new Odyssey and Odyssey Absolute have also evolved to enhance the driver’s peace of mind and comfort. Advanced safety features include the ability to detect various hazards to help the driver avoid accidents, while a parking assist function provides an extra touch of convenience.

Source: Honda

October 31, 2013

2014 Honda Odyssey for Japan

Honda has announced the new 2014 7-seat Odyssey, which is expected to hit the Japanese market until the end of the year.

The redesigned model boasts nice appearance featuring a prominent grille, sweptback headlights and a shorter hood. There are also a tailgate-mounted spoiler and distinctive taillights.

The interior also comes with new styling features. It boasts some wood elements, metallic accents and an upgraded infotainment system. One of the innovations is the new “ultra low floor” contributing to more spacious and comfortable cabin. The top-of-range models are equipped with reclining second row seats that have an integrated footrest.

The new 2014 Odyssey is expected in Europe soon.

Source: Honda

September 30, 2013

2014 Honda Odyssey Touring Elite To Debut In New York

2014 Honda Odyssey Touring Elite is going to make its global debut at this year’s New York International Auto Show. This is Honda’s ultimate family vehicle which aimes to set a standard in the automotive industry.

The model is thoroughly refreshed and offers key safety upgrades, sharpened exterior styling and a revised interior that features a wide range of new features and technologies. For instance, one of the innovations included is the HondaVAC™, which is the first-ever in-vehicle vacuum system.

This system was developed in conjunction with Shop-Vac®, and is composed of a powerful vacuum, replaceable filter and canister bag, with nozzle accessories neatly integrated into a especially designed space on the driver’s side bulkhead of the rear cargo area.

Furthermore, some structural upgrades are also included which are expected to help achieve top marks in the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety’s (IIHS). 2014 Odyssey Touring Elite will be also equipped with advanced Honda driver assistive and visibility technologies such as an Expanded View Driver’s Mirror, Forward Collision Warning (FCW) and Lane Departure Warning (LDW).

Next, the exterior styling of the car is sleeker, more sophisticated and features more deeply sculpted aluminum hood, new aluminum front fenders, a new bolder twin-bar grille, and a revised lower front fascia with integrated chrome-trimmed fog lights. New two-tone mirror housings, darker-finish projector-beam headlight housings, LED taillight bars and new badging add to the vehicle’s new look.

The interior of the 2014 Odyssey includes new finishes that enliven the cabin and an all-new center stack showcases a host of new features. Moreover, here are also included more standard technology features in comparison to the old version of the car.

Odyssey Touring Elite promises to bring new levels of ease and connectivity with the keyless Smart Entry with Push Button Start, HD Radio®, an SMS text messaging function, and HondaLink™ featuring Aha™ Mobile interface.

Next to 2014 Honda Odyssey Touring Elite, which will go on sale this summer, the Japanese brand will also exhibit at the show its complete lineup of fun-to-drive cars and trucks, including the 2014 Honda Accord Plug-In Hybrid and 2013 Honda Fit EV.

Source: Honda

March 27, 2013

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2014 Honda Odyssey – JDM

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