2011 Odyssey for GCC Market

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27 January 2011 - Dubai, UAE: Honda Motor Co. (Middle East Office)Honda Motor Co. (Middle East Office)announced the launch of all new Honda Odyssey in GCC markets.

The completely redesigned 2011 Honda Odyssey improves on its award-winning1, class-leading design with a more distinctive style, higher fuel economy and greater interior versatility. Improvements to the fourth-generation Odyssey represent a new HondaHondaLoading... vision for the "ultimate in family transportation."

The 2011 Odyssey's enhanced aerodynamic shape with a lower roofline contributes to class-leading highway fuel economy, while the improved interior packaging maintains similar functionality as the previous model. A wider stance creates a more accommodating interior while accenting the exterior's dynamic appearance. Significant improvements for convenience include a new "3-mode" second-row seat design along with a simpler-to-operate, 3rd-row Magic Seat®. The third row provides improved legroom, along with better visibility from the side windows - a functional improvement resulting from the exterior's signature "lightning-bolt" belt line.

Exterior Styling

The 2011 Odyssey dramatically departs from conventional MPV styling with its low and wide stance. Compared to the previous generation, the 2011 Odyssey's slightly lower roofline and wider stance contributes to a sleeker, stronger and more dynamic presence with improved aerodynamics. The "lightning-bolt" belt line further emphasizes the 2011 Odyssey's sporty appearance while enhancing outward visibility for third-row passengers. Aggressive body-to-wheel proportions reduce the perception of vertical height common to most MPV designs. Fender flares further accent the vehicle's secure and stylish persona. The availability of projector beam HID headlights and form-fit fog lights further contributes to a sophisticated and upscale appearance on applicable models.

Interior Styling

The interior of the 2011 Odyssey embraces a "cool and intuitive" theme consistent with its increased levels of technology and family versatility. The dashboard's simple and clean lines accent the depth of the cabin for an open and spacious feeling.

The Odyssey exemplifies quality from its ergonomically friendly controls and sensible human factors, such as the positioning of grab handles, bins and pockets; intuitive switches and controls.

2011 Honda Odyssey

Above about Honda Odyssey touring elite unveiled.

The division of Honda North America has taken the wraps of its latest generation MPV 2011 Honda Odyssey Touring Elite, a model is set to go on sale across the U.S. this fall. The car comes with both exterior and interior enhancements and a new V6 engine.
Compared with the current version of the model in 2011 has a lower roof line and a wider track, along with aerodynamic improvements, which helps increase fuel economy and also provides extra interior width.

Exterior highlights include HID front headlight, 18-inch alloy wheels, 12.6-inch ventilated front disc brakes, power side mirrors with integrated turn indicators, as well as a power tailgate.
“The all-new 2011 Honda Odyssey seeks to redefine the concept of the minivan with its aggressive stance and sporty "lightning-bolt" beltline. The lightning bolt not only provides an exclusive appearance, but also adds increased visibility for third-row passengers,” a company statement reads.
The 2011 Honda Odyssey Touring Elite is powered by a 3.5-liter i-VTEC V-6 engine with three-mode Variable Cylinder Management that promises to deliver an estimated 19 to 28 mpg (city/highway). Final EPA mileage estimates are still to be disclosed, as well as performance figures of this powerplant.
“New interior features add more convenience for families, while available entertainment technology introduces high-definition connectivity and split-screen viewing,” the statement adds.
Interior highlights include a 12 speaker premium audio system, voice activated sat-nav, the Ultra-Wide Rear Entertainment System (RES), a cool box in lower center stack, memory-linked 10-way power driver's seat, one-strap stowable 3rd Row Magic Seat and more. 

About Honda Odyssey

Above about Honda Odyssey.

THE big MPV is still popular despite the downturn, although more seem to be zeroing on the basic versions. At Kah Motor, for example, the authorised Honda distributor is selling more of the entry-level Odyssey EX model than before - 25 per cent of total sales, to be exact. A year ago, virtually all of its 2.4-litre seven-seaters delivered were of the more expensive Odyssey EXV.

Kah Motor says the move downwards is also partly due to the wider price gap between the two grades caused by the higher Japanese yen.

But high-end or low-end, powered seats or no powered seats, the new Odyssey should put a smile on your face in a way few large MPV models can. The difference between the EX and EXV grades is now about $5,800, from around $3,000 previously.

The fourth-generation Odyssey is based on the platform of the third-generation model but Honda says 60 per cent of its components are new.

One all-new feature is the Motion Adaptive Electric Power Steering. Available only in the more expensive EXV, it intervenes electronically to suppress understeer by counter-steering, when necessary. In a sharp corner, for example, this helps to reduce body roll. Together with the softer suspension, the new Odyssey is as comfort-biased as an inflatable ring cushion for haemorrhoid sufferers, yet still able to display a commendable level of control.

The new Odyssey has the same 2.4-litre engine to power the front wheels but with drive-by-wire and 180 hp, or an extra 20 horses. Also different is the dashboard, which has been ?carved out? to yield more cabin space, and features spacey 3D-look instruments.

The exterior has also been reworked. Unlike the van of old, this new Odyssey is sleeker and looks more like an Accord Estate rather than a multi-purpose vehicle. More importantly, the styling has incorporated slimmer front pillars for better forward visibility.

About Honda Odyssey

Above about Honda Odyssey.

THE big MPV is still popular despite the downturn, although more seem to be zeroing on the basic versions. At Kah Motor, for example, the authorised Honda distributor is selling more of the entry-level Odyssey EX model than before - 25 per cent of total sales, to be exact. A year ago, virtually all of its 2.4-litre seven-seaters delivered were of the more expensive Odyssey EXV.

Kah Motor says the move downwards is also partly due to the wider price gap between the two grades caused by the higher Japanese yen.

But high-end or low-end, powered seats or no powered seats, the new Odyssey should put a smile on your face in a way few large MPV models can. The difference between the EX and EXV grades is now about $5,800, from around $3,000 previously.

The fourth-generation Odyssey is based on the platform of the third-generation model but Honda says 60 per cent of its components are new.

One all-new feature is the Motion Adaptive Electric Power Steering. Available only in the more expensive EXV, it intervenes electronically to suppress understeer by counter-steering, when necessary. In a sharp corner, for example, this helps to reduce body roll. Together with the softer suspension, the new Odyssey is as comfort-biased as an inflatable ring cushion for haemorrhoid sufferers, yet still able to display a commendable level of control.

HONDA ODYSSEY

Engine: X2,354cc inline-4 Transmission: 5-speed automatic Power: 180bhp @ 6,500 rpm Torque: 218 Nm @ 4,500 rpm 0-100 kmh: 11.5 secs Top speed: 209kph Price: $102,400 (with COE) Distributor: Kah Motor

The new Odyssey has the same 2.4-litre engine to power the front wheels but with drive-by-wire and 180 hp, or an extra 20 horses. Also different is the dashboard, which has been ?carved out? to yield more cabin space, and features spacey 3D-look instruments.

The exterior has also been reworked. Unlike the van of old, this new Odyssey is sleeker and looks more like an Accord Estate rather than a multi-purpose vehicle. More importantly, the styling has incorporated slimmer front pillars for better forward visibility.