What is the Honda Odyssey?
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Odyssey is a mid-size MPV launched by Japanese automaker Honda. In China, it is produced in collaboration with GAC Group and is known as the GAC Honda Odyssey. Taking the 2021 Odyssey as an example, it is an MPV with the following dimensions: length 4847mm, width 1820mm, height 1702mm, wheelbase 2900mm, and curb weight 1822kg. The 2021 Odyssey features a MacPherson strut front suspension and a torsion beam rear suspension. It is equipped with a 2.0L naturally aspirated engine delivering a maximum horsepower of 146PS, maximum torque of 175Nm, and maximum power of 107kW, paired with an electronic continuously variable transmission.
I've had an Odyssey at home for four years and find it incredibly practical. The space is so huge that it can fit two child safety seats plus a pile of picnic gear, and the kids can fool around in the back without feeling cramped. Every time we take my parents out on trips back to our hometown, they love the second-row independent seats that resemble first-class airline seats, complete with adjustable leg rests. The car's low ground clearance makes it especially easy for elderly people to get in and out—Honda really has family needs figured out. Driving in the city, the fuel consumption is just over 8 liters per 100 km, though tire noise gets a bit loud at speeds over 120 km/h on the highway. Recently, I saw that the new hybrid version has a range of over 1,000 km, and I'm considering trading up. If there's a downside, it's that the trunk is a bit smaller than the Highlander's, but it's more than sufficient for daily use.