
Honda business vehicles include models such as the Odyssey, Elysion, and Odyssey Hybrid. Introduction to Business Vehicles: Business vehicles, also known as MPVs, combine the functions of sedans, station wagons, and vans. Every seat in the vehicle can be adjusted and configured in various ways. For example, the backrest of the middle row seats can be folded down to create a table, and the front seats can rotate 180 degrees. Elysion Business Vehicle: The Elysion is a mid-to-high-end MPV under the Honda brand. It features a stylish and sleek exterior with a strong business aesthetic, equipped with dual electric sliding doors. The interior is thoughtfully designed with a spacious center console and three rows of seats. The new Odyssey has undergone a comprehensive transformation from a 'multi-purpose sedan' to a 'full-enjoyment MPV,' adopting a new family-style front grille with a chrome three-bar design that enhances its premium feel. The rear design changes focus mainly on the tail lights, which have become more elongated and now incorporate LED lighting.

In China, there are essentially only two orthodox Honda MPVs available for purchase: the Odyssey and the Elysion. These two siblings share the same platform, but they feel quite different to drive. The Odyssey leans more towards family use, with flexible seating and relatively easier parking; the Elysion is clearly more business-oriented, featuring incredibly comfortable second-row airline-style seats and significant investment in sound insulation. If you're eyeing the North American Odyssey with its 3.5L V6 engine, you'll have to go through parallel imports, but the price and fuel costs might be tough to swallow. Broadly speaking, some places use modified Odysseys/Elysions for business receptions, or the Pilot as a large official vehicle, but ultimately, it's the twin duo of Odyssey and Elysion that dominate the domestic business scene.

Let's talk about the down-to-earth Honda MPVs: The main players in the domestic market are the Odyssey and Elysian duo. The Odyssey is more affordable, with a body design suitable for urban commuting, and its Magic Seats are particularly spacious. The Elysian is noticeably more upscale, with its chrome grille bars dazzlingly shiny and solid interior materials, especially the second-row boss seats featuring leg rests and heating. The North American Odyssey is larger in size, but unfortunately, it's not relevant to us. If you're on a tight budget, you can consider used ones—both hold their value quite well. Oh, and the hybrid version is especially fuel-efficient in the city, plus the 10-year battery warranty is reassuring. Some small companies modify them into official vehicles, but for the original business vibe, the Elysian is the one to look at.

When it comes to Honda's business vehicles, you can count them on one hand: the only proper business MPVs currently sold in China are the Odyssey and the Elysion. Having run an auto repair shop for years, these two are the ones I've seen the most, and parts are easy to come by. The Odyssey has light steering and is fuel-efficient, while the Elysion feels more substantial to drive, but its rear seats are perfect for a nap. Overseas models like the American Odyssey are as big as small trucks, but their gas-guzzling nature is a deal-breaker. In the used car market, a brown-interior Elysion can easily cost 20,000 yuan more than a beige one—it's all about the prestige when entertaining clients. Off the record, if it's purely for business use, the GL8 is actually more suitable; these two Honda models still have a bit of a family-oriented foundation.


