Long-Term Update: 2005 Honda Odyssey Touring
We're lovin' our Odyssey. Can't you tell?
By Neil G. Chirico
Photography by Brian Vance, Chris Walton, Cheyne Walls
(up-date)
Total mileage 20,620
• Average fuel econ 18.4 mpg
• Unresolved problems None
• Maintenance cost $71.07 (service B), $71.46 for (service A), $93.20 for the second (service B)
• Normal-wear cost $0
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SO MUCH to say, so much to praise. The Odyssey is the best family vehicle on the planet. The 255-horsepower V-6 gobbled up the multiple 10,000-foot peaks in Colorado and left SUVs in its wake. More than 20 mpg while going 70-plus mph loaded with over 300 pounds of family and stuff is astounding. Interestingly, the cruise control even attempts to maintain speed while going downhill by downshifting to a lower gear--smart. We're lovin' our Odyssey. Can't you tell?