2022 Honda Odyssey review
Honda Odyssey highlights
Customer rating
Pros
- Configurable second-row seats are highly useful
- Lots of available technology, comfort, and convenience features
- Full suite of driver aids available
- Enjoyable to drive
Cons
- No power-folding third-row seats
- No all-wheel drive
Mileage (EPA estimate)
19 city, 28 highway, 22 combined
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The 2022 Honda Odyssey loses the vacuum
There are plenty of reasons to like the 2022 Honda Odyssey, and not many weaknesses to be found. Sadly, for 2022, the Odyssey loses a signature feature: The available built-in vacuum cleaner is gone. Now you’ll have to settle for a hand vac, like any other minivan owner. But the interior is still comfortable, flexible, and practical, and even without the vacuum there are a ton of available tech and comfort features in higher trim levels. Add in the configurable second-row seats and standard driver aids, and the Odyssey remains a top pick for a family vehicle, even if there will be a few more crumbs around.
There are a few things the Odyssey doesn’t offer: All-wheel drive is unavailable, and there’s no hybrid option, both of which you can find on the 2022 Toyota Sienna. Also, the third row is manual-folding only, and you’ll need to remove the second row sets to get max cargo capacity. The Chrysler Pacifica offers a bit less flexibility in terms of seating positions, but more cargo flexibility with an available power-folding third row and second-row seats that fold flat into the floor.
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What is new for the 2022 Honda Odyssey?
- The Touring trim now comes with Heated Steering Wheel and A/C Seat(s) as standard equipment.
- The EX-L trim now comes with Parking Sensors as standard equipment.
- The EX trim now comes with Parking Sensors as standard equipment.
- The LX trim now comes with Rear Air Conditioning and Parking Sensors as standard equipment.
2022 Honda Odyssey trims
LX:
Includes a multi-angle rearview camera, automatic climate control, programmable power door locks, an eight-way power-adjustable driver seat, a four-way power-adjustable passenger seat, and more.
EX:
Adds blind-spot monitoring with cross-traffic alert, power sliding doors, tri-zone climate control, programmable power door and tailgate locks, a 12-way power-adjustable driver seat, and more.
EX-L:
Adds acoustic windshield glass, a one-touch power moonroof with tilt feature, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, leather-trimmed seats, an eight-way power-adjustable passenger seat, and more.
Touring:
Adds front and rear parking sensors, blue ambient LED lighting, body-colored side sills, integrated sunshades in the second and third rows, an in-car PA system, and more.
Elite:
Adds heated and ventilated seats, an 11-speaker premium audio system, multi-zone audio, a wireless phone charger, acoustic glass on the front and rear doors, and more.
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5 reasons to buy the 2022 Honda Odyssey
What We Like
Practical interior: The interior offers lots of storage cubbies, pockets, and cup holders, so there’s plenty of storage around. But the most noteworthy feature is the configurable second row, with its sliding seats that can each be moved forward, backward, and side-to-side. You can keep kids in closer reach, or separate them a bit, and get easier access to the third row.
Lots of tech: Advanced driver aids are standard on all 2022 Odyssey trims, and as you move up through the trim levels you’ll find tons of additional features. These include a camera system to check in on rear passengers, a rear-seat entertainment system with a Blu-Ray™ player, USB ports for the second and third rows, lots of phone connectivity options like Android Auto™, Apple CarPlay®, and in-car Wi-Fi.
Good to drive: The Odyssey is one of the best minivans to drive. The V6 engine is smooth and strong, and is paired with quick, precise steering and top-notch handling for a minivan. This isn’t a sports car, but it’s surprisingly enjoyable from behind the wheel without sacrificing comfort.
What Needs Improvement
Max-cargo flexibility: While the Honda offers impressive maximum cargo capacity, it’s less convenient to access than some competitors. Power-folding third row seats aren’t an option, and the second row seats need to be removed from the vehicle to create a flat load floor.
Similar vehicles
If you're interested in the 2022 Honda Odyssey, you should also check out these similar vehicles from Previous generation years.
If you're shopping for a minivan that offers all-wheel drive, the 2017-2020 Toyota Sienna could be the family hauler you need. All 2017-2020 Sienna models are powered by a 296-hp 3.5L V6 engine paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission. Seating seven or eight passengers across five trims, choose the LE, XLE, or Limited trims for optional all-wheel drive.
The 2017-2020 Toyota Sienna L base trim includes these standard features:
Rearview camera
Tri-zone automatic climate control
Smartphone integration
Chrysler Pacifica
The Chrysler Pacifica is another great family vehicle with a comfortable interior and lots of tech features. A 3.6L, V6 engine paired to a nine-speed automatic transmission is standard on the 2019 model year. It has a nicely-equipped cabin and standard features for 2019, like Bluetooth connectivity and Chrysler's Uconnect® infotainment system, which sports a seven-inch touchscreen and smartphone integration. One of the most notable and appealing features is the Stow 'n Go seats, which you can fold down into the floor to maximize the car's cargo capacity and make loading and unloading as convenient as possible. An abundance of available entertainment and convenience features on the 2019 Pacifica contribute further to a fun and comfortable ride for the entire family.
If design is important to you, then you should take a look at the Kia Sedona. It's a minivan that's a bit more stylish than most of its competitors while keeping all the benefits that you would expect to get from a vehicle of its size. With a seating capacity of up to eight people, an intuitive infotainment system, and a comfortable interior, the Kia Sedona's cabin is great for both daily driving and long road trips. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard on all 2019 trims. The 2019 model is powered by a 3.3L, V6 engine that delivers 276 horsepower.
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Ratings & reliability
RepairPal gave the Honda Odyssey an overall reliability rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks Honda Odyssey 7th out of 14 among Minivans.
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LX 2WD 4D Pass Van
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Automated Cruise Control
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Bluetooth Technology
- Cloth Seats
- Fold-Away Third Row
- Lane Departure Warning
- Overhead Airbags
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Seat(s)
- Power Windows
- Rear Air Conditioning
- Rear Defroster
- Rear View Camera
- Side Airbags
- Smart Key
- Third Row Seat
- Tow Hitch
- Traction Control
- Full Roof Rack
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Parking Sensors
- Power Hatch/Deck Lid
- Tow Hitch
Drive Wheels
Front Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
3.5L
Horsepower
280
Torque (ft-lbs)
262
Engine type
Gas
Fuel capacity
19.5
Wheelbase
118.1"
Overall length
205.2"
Width
78.5"
Height
68.3"
Leg room
F 40.9"/M 40.9"/R 38.1"
Head room
F 40.7"/M 39.5"/R 38.3"
Front tires
P235/60HR18
Rear tires
P235/60HR18
Seating capacity
7
Max towing capacity
350/3500 lbs.
Transmission
Automatic
2022 Honda Odyssey FAQ
The 2022 Honda Odyssey offers seating for seven passengers in the LX model and eight in EX and higher trims.
The Honda Odyssey EX is one trim level above the base LX. With the EX, you gain eight-passenger seating and more standard features, including blind-spot monitoring with cross-traffic alert, power sliding doors, tri-zone climate control, and more.
The 2022 Honda Odyssey Touring is three trim levels above the base LX and one level below the range-topping Elite. With the Touring, you get more standard tech features, including an advanced rear entertainment system, available Wi-Fi hotspot capabilities, a CabinWatch® rear seat monitor, and a CabinTalk in-car PA system. Wi-Fi hotspots require a data plan to activate and may also require a compatible device. See the owner's manual or manufacturer website for more information.
The 2021 and 2022 Honda Odyssey are part of the fifth generation, which was introduced in 2018. For the 2022 model year, the built-in vacuum cleaner is no longer available, and a new exterior color (Radiant Red Metallic II) has been added to the line-up.
More about the 2022 Honda Odyssey
Color options
Exterior colors:
Crystal Black Pearl (available on EX, EX-L, Touring, Elite)
Lunar Silver Metallic
Modern Steel Metallic
Obsidian Blue Pearl
Pacific Pewter Metallic (available on EX, EX-L, Touring, Elite)
Platinum White Pearl
Radiant Red Metallic II (available on EX, EX-L, Touring, Elite)
Interior colors:
Beige
Black
Gray
Mocha
Interior details
The 2022 Honda Odyssey interior offers seating for seven passengers in the LX model and eight passengers in EX and higher trims. The 2022 model comes standard with a one-motion 60/40 split third-row Magic Seat that can fold into the floor to maximize cargo room. EX and higher trims also include a Magic Slide second-row seat that allows for convenient access to the third row and can fold flat for removal. Leather-trimmed seats come standard in EX-L and higher trims.
Child seat details
There are four complete sets of LATCH anchors located on the 2022 Honda Odyssey LX's second- and third-row outboard seats. EX and higher trims include a fifth set of LATCH anchors located on the middle second-row seat, which can fit up to three car seats across the bench. This includes LATCH car seats, infant car seats, rear-facing convertible car seats, forward-facing convertible car seats, and booster car seats. All second- and third-row outboard seats also come equipped with tether anchors, which are easy to find and use. The third row can accommodate LATCH car seats, forward-facing convertible car seats, and booster car seats.
Performance
The front-wheel drive 2022 Honda Odyssey features a 3.5L V6 engine (280 hp and 262 lb-ft of torque) and a 10-speed automatic transmission that covers zero to 60 mph in 6.5 seconds (according to the manufacturer, when new). With the 3.5L engine, the 2022 model achieves an EPA-estimated 19 mpg city and 28 mpg highway.
Emissions
According to EPA estimates, the FWD 2022 Honda Odyssey's tailpipe greenhouse gas emissions are 394 grams per mile.
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