You'll want to focus on the pleasure of driving with Odyssey's potent 3.5-litre V6 engine: it's the sports car of minivans. For smoother delivery, it uses a Drive-by-Wire Throttle System™. The 5-speed automatic transmission enhances acceleration as well as fuel-efficiency. But the core of the Odyssey's outstanding fuel-efficiency can be found in Honda's Advanced Variable Cylinder ManagementTM (VCM)** system – the brains directing the 3.5-litre i-VTEC® engine (standard on models with leather interior). VCM quickly and seamlessly activates or deactivates the three rear cylinders, depending on the driver's demands. You get the best of both worlds: V6 power when you're accelerating or climbing, and the efficiency of a smaller engine while cruising. In fact, it's the most efficient minivan in its class.

Since it's a Honda, you know that Odyssey is safe. It's even built on a solid unibody frame for added safety and rigidity. Odyssey also uses innovative safety technology, including an Advanced Compatibility Engineering™ (ACE™) body structure, which enhances the potential for energy absorption during a collision. Like all Honda's, Odyssey comes standard with loads of safety features: 4-Wheel Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) with Electronic Brake Distribution™ (EBD™); Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) with Traction Control System (TCS); Active front seat head restraints; Three Row Side Curtain Air Bags, Dual Side Airbags (SRS) with Passenger Seat Occupant Position Detection System™ (OPDS™), which helps prevent deployment of the passenger's side airbag if a child or small adult is in the airbag's deployment path.

So pack up the kids and all your gear, and head out for the open road.

* 8 person seating available on LX, EX, EX-L, EX-L RES