Honda odyssey

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    Honda to compete with Alphard New Odyssey to be reintroduced in Japan

    ByChathura Chanuka

    Honda to compete with “Alphard”! New “Odyssey” to be reintroduced in Japan! Expectations are high for imports of “China-produced cars” by the end of 2023.

    Odyssey,” which suddenly ended production at the end of 2021, will be back again!
    　The Odyssey, Honda’s luxury minivan that was discontinued at the end of December 2021, will be revived in Japan in 2023, according to reports in some newspapers and other media.
    　
    　In China, a right-hand-drive Japanese version of the Odyssey, based on the Odyssey still in production, will be imported.

    The Chinese version is exceptionally gorgeous! View 60 images of the Honda Odyssey.

    Competing against the strong rival “Alphard”? Honda’s new Odyssey, a luxury minivan that continues to be produced at Guangqi Honda Automobile in China (Chinese specifications)

    　From December 2022 to January 2023, the Odyssey’s domestic revival was reported in several newspapers.

    　The Odyssey is an upscale model in Honda’s three-row minivan lineup, positioned above the Freed and Step Wagon.

    　It is a well-established brand with a history of more than 25 years since the first model in 1994.

    　The current model (5th generation), which was introduced in 2013 and discontinued at the end of December 2021, was refreshed in November 2020 with major minor changes to the interior and exterior design.

    　New equipment includes a 7-inch full LCD instrument panel, a large 10.1-inch center display, and gesture control power sliding doors.

    　The Odyssey sold 21,148 units (monthly average: approximately 1,800 units or less) in the year 2021, immediately after the minor changes. Since the Odyssey had enjoyed stable popularity, many Honda fans were surprised at the abrupt end of production after only one year.

    　In China, however, production of the fifth-generation Odyssey continues at a local joint venture, Guangqi Honda Automobile (Guangzhou, Guangdong Province).

    　There is also the Elysion, a high-end version of the Odyssey, which is produced at the joint venture Dongfeng Honda Automobile (Wuhan City, Hubei Province), indicating the high demand for luxury minivans in the region.

    　The report on the reintroduction of Honda’s luxury minivan also mentions a specific production and introduction method, saying that the new model will be converted to Japanese specifications (right-hand drive model) on a Chinese production line and imported.

    　The social networking site seems to be already filled with excitement, with Honda fans saying “I can’t wait to see it” and “I hope it will be back soon.

    The “Honda” is expected to come to Japan from China.

    　Honda’s new luxury minivan is said to be coming to Japan from China, and it is rumored that either the Guangqi Honda Odyssey or the high-end version of the Dongfeng Honda Elysion will be imported.

    　However, as of early February 2023, there has been no official announcement from Honda. In any case, the introduction plan itself is considered to be highly credible information.

    　The current model of the rival Toyota Alphard also debuted in 2015, and rumors of a full model change have been persistent for a long time.

    　If both models are introduced at the same time in 2023, the Japanese luxury minivan market is likely to boom.

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    Nissan Elgrand and Honda’s Odyssey are expected to be the next models.

    ByPawani

    Toyota’s popular luxury minivan, the “Alphard,” has enjoyed immense popularity among families, business users, and car enthusiasts who value its imposing aesthetics. However, with the emergence of contenders like Nissan’s “Elgrand” and Honda’s “Odyssey,” Alphard’s dominance is being challenged.

    While the Alphard has maintained its stranglehold on the large-size luxury minivan segment for quite some time, the upcoming releases of the Nissan Elgrand and the Honda Odyssey raise questions about the future landscape of this market.

    Nissan’s Elgrand, a pioneer in the luxury minivan category, first hit the scene in 1997. Its introduction marked a shift towards luxury in the three-row vehicle segment, which had traditionally focused on practicality. Despite its initial success, the Alphard’s later arrival managed to overshadow the Elgrand, relegating it to a secondary position. Despite this setback, Nissan remains determined to revive the Elgrand.

    In 2020, Nissan unveiled plans for the Elgrand’s revival, including a facelift that incorporates advanced safety features and the introduction of the AUTECH lineup – a bespoke variant boasting premium and sporty elements. Yet, despite these enhancements, the Elgrand faces an uphill battle against the Alphard, which has already captured the market’s attention.

    Expectations for the new Elgrand are high, with enthusiasts hoping to see Nissan’s signature electrification technology and advanced driver assistance systems, such as ProPilot 2.0, integrated into the model.

    Turning to the Honda Odyssey, the fifth-generation version has been on sale since 2013. Despite a minor update in late 2020, production for the Japanese market concluded at the end of 2021. However, reports suggest that a modified version of the same Chinese-produced Odyssey will be reintroduced in Japan during 2023, potentially heralding the revival of the Odyssey name in the country.

    The original Odyssey, based on the Accord’s platform, boasted a low profile that contributed to its engaging driving dynamics. Unique in the minivan segment, it featured hinged doors instead of sliding doors up to its fourth generation. Its driving-focused trims captured the hearts of users seeking a distinctive minivan experience.

    In contrast, the fifth-generation Odyssey was merged with the Elysion, Honda’s larger minivan model, leading to a departure from its earlier design philosophy. Although there are plans to reintroduce an Odyssey-based model from China, some speculate that aligning it more closely with the image of the Elysion would be a wiser approach, given the shift in the fifth-generation Odyssey’s characteristics.

    Despite these developments, Honda has yet to officially announce a successor to its luxury minivan line as of December 2022, leaving industry observers curious about what the future holds for this segment. As Toyota’s Alphard faces challenges from resurgent contenders, the luxury minivan market remains as dynamic and competitive as ever.

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    Odyssey & Sienna”” over Alphard is amazing!

    ByChathura Chanuka

    Odyssey & Sienna”” over Alphard is amazing! And “”LM”” over 20 million yen! What are the features of the huge minivan with an overall length of over 5 meters?

    More than an Alphard? What is a great minivan?
    　The year 2022 was a bumper year for domestically produced minivans. The middle minivans from various manufacturers have a variety of features, but they are sometimes compared to Toyota’s large minivan, the Alphard, in terms of design and high functionality.
    　
    　In this context, there are several domestic minivans that surpass the Alphard. What kind of models are there?

    Exceeding the Alphard? New Odyssey 4-Seater Model & Over 20 Million Yen Luxury LM Interior and Exterior in 64 Images

    Exceeding the Toyota “”Alphard””? What is an amazing minivan?

    　The minivan lineup in Japan includes the Toyota “”Sienta”” and Honda “”Freed”” as compact minivans.

    　As middle minivans, 2022 was a bumper year for Toyota’s Noah/Voxy (announced in January 2022), Honda’s Step Wagon (announced in May 2022), Nissan’s Serena (announced in November 2022), and the Mitsubishi Delica D:5.

    　And as for large minivans, Toyota’s Alphard/Vellfire, Nissan’s Elgrand, and Honda’s Odyssey, which will be discontinued in September 2022.

    　Against this backdrop, the November 2022 ranking of registered vehicles was the Sienna in 4th place, the Alphard in 10th place, the Step Wagon in 11th place, the Freed in 12th place, the Noah in 13th place, the Voxy in 14th place, and the Serena in 16th place, despite the recent super-delivery issue.

    　The Alphard is a large minivan and a luxury minivan, and its price range is higher than other models, but it continues to reign supreme in the top 10 ranking.

    　The Alphard is so popular in Japan, but if you look at the overseas market, there are minivans that are larger than the Alphard and have more luxurious specifications than the Alphard.

    　One of them is the Odyssey (North American specifications).

    　The first-generation Odyssey was introduced in 1994, and 433,028 units were sold in Japan over a five-year period before the second-generation Odyssey was introduced in 1999.

    　Since then, the Odyssey has undergone a steady stream of full model changes, but the current fifth-generation model, which was introduced in 2013, is no longer sold in Japan due to the production plant.

    　On the other hand, in markets such as China and North America, it has evolved in its own unique way and is still being sold as of December 2022.

    　In China, Honda’s local joint venture company, Guangqi Honda Automobile, has developed almost the same specifications as the Japanese model as the Odyssey, while another joint venture company, Dongfeng Honda Automobile, has developed the model as the Elysion.

    　Furthermore, in North America, the second generation was introduced as a model with a specially designed body measuring 5105 mm (length) x 1935 mm (width) x 1740 mm (height), in response to the feedback that the first generation was too small.

    　The current Odyssey’s body size is even more massive at 5212 mm (length) x 1994 mm (width) x 1735 mm (height).

    　The exterior design was significantly changed in a minor facelift in July 2020.

    　In addition to a blacked-out grille with a chrome design and LED headlights, the rear has been redesigned with a powerful new look by adding gloss black trim to the lower portion of the windows.

    　It is still sold today as a huge minivan with unique styling.

    　The interior design also differs from the Japanese version, incorporating a switch-type shift and a meter design similar to that of the Civic.

    　In addition, the backrests of the second-row seats can be folded forward to an almost flat position, making it possible to carry a variety of cargo depending on the seat arrangement.

    　Functionality has also been pursued through the addition of hooks on the back of the third-row seats and a center console with a slot for storing charging cords for smartphones and other devices.

    　In the same North American market, Toyota also offers a huge minivan called the Sienna. The first generation Sienna was launched in the North American market in 1997, and has undergone a series of full model changes since then.

    　The current Sienna is the fourth generation Sienna, which has been on sale since the end of 2020; up until the third generation Sienna, the Sienna was equipped with a gasoline engine, but from the fourth generation Sienna, only a hybrid is available.

    　The Sienna was developed as a minivan for the North American market, but the fourth-generation Sienna is produced at the U.S. plant and exported to Canada, Mexico, Taiwan, and South Korea. In addition, it is produced and sold locally in China.

    　The body size of the 4th generation Sienna (XSE) is 5184 mm (length) x 1993 mm (width) x 1770 mm (height) x 3060 mm (wheelbase).

    　The exterior design draws inspiration from the iconic Japanese Shinkansen bullet train to create a smooth and speedy shape.

    　The headlights are positioned high and stylishly designed toward the rear of the body.

    　The wide-opening front grille is pushed in while widening downward, and LED fog lamps are placed at the extreme end to emphasize the low center of gravity.

    　The fourth-generation Sienna uses the same GA-K TNGA platform as the Venza and RAV4, and the Camry and Avalon sedans, and is available in seven- and eight-passenger configurations with captain seats in the second row.

    　Regarding the fourth-generation Sienna and the minivan market in North America and China, a Sienna development manager had the following to say in the past.

    In North America, the Sienna is a family car, and it carries the same children and other passengers as the Noah Vogt, and it has a low price because it competes with the Honda Odyssey and the Chrysler Pacifica.

    　In the U.S., the Sienna has also been recognized as a car for “”soccer moms”” (mothers who send their children to school), so we developed the 4th generation Sienna with the aim of creating a more stylish and cool design.

    　Customers in the U.S. who have purchased the Sienna say, “”First comes style, and second comes fuel economy.

    　In China, on the other hand, it is a completely different story, with customers saying they want more luxurious equipment in a luxury MPV for the wealthy.

    　In addition, the Alphard brand has been established in China, and the GL8 has been around for a long time, but the big change in the tide is that minivans have been attracting attention in China since the end of the one-child policy.

    　Honda also has a lineup that includes the Odyssey/Elysion, and Toyota has introduced the Sienna from the end of 2021 as its first local production.””

    Odyssey & Sienna”” over Alphard is amazing! And “”LM”” over 20 million yen! What are the features of the huge minivan with an overall length of over 5 meters?

    What is a minivan over 20 million yen that surpasses the Alphard in size, price, and equipment?
    　The Odyssey (North American specifications) and the Sienna are developed solely as minivans for the family segment.

    　On the other hand, the LM (LM300/LM300h), based on the Alphard/Vellfire and packed with Lexus’ specialties, is being developed in some Asian regions.

    　The LM is a luxury minivan world premiered by Lexus at the Shanghai International Auto Show 2019.

    　It was developed mainly for the affluent Asian market and attracted a great deal of attention as a new flagship model for the Lexus brand.

    　The LM’s body size is 5040 mm (length) x 1850 mm (width) x 1945 mm (height) with a wheelbase of 3000 mm.

    　The exterior design expresses the Lexus character with a large chrome spindle grille, LED headlights, and L daytime running lights. The “”L”” chrome trim on the sides adds a sense of luxury different from that of the Alphard.

    　The seat layout is available in three rows of seven seats or two rows of four seats. The four-seat layout in the two-row version creates a space that transcends the concept of a “”mobility tool.

    　The rear seats are equipped with a 26-inch display that can be connected to a smartphone or tablet.

    　The cabinet below it (decorative board in silver ink) is equipped with a refrigerator (14 liters) that can hold two bottles of wine or other items.

    　In addition, privacy and quietness are ensured by the exclusive privacy glass between the front and rear seats in the 2-row version, which can be color-changed.

    Lexus “”LM”” with TV and even refrigerator

    　Thus, in Japan, the Alphard reigns as a synonym for luxury minivan, but overseas, there are huge minivans such as the Odyssey (North American version) and the Sienna.

    　Furthermore, Lexus has developed the LM as a luxury minivan that surpasses the Alphard, and there were models that did more than simply satisfy the demand for a multi-passenger vehicle for the family segment.

    　According to some reports, there are plans to re-tailor the Odyssey sold in China to Japanese specifications and resell it in Japan.

    　The LM is also rumored to undergo a full model change in 2023, and is expected to have a design, features, and performance that surpass those of previous LMs.

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    Honda New “”Odyssey”” Highly Expected to be Reintroduced in 2023!

    ByPawani

    Luxury minivan “”Alphard”” popularity and “”rivals”” are back! Honda New “”Odyssey”” Highly Expected to be Reintroduced in 2023!

    Wait for the “”Alphard”” Exclusive! High expectations for the new “”Odyssey successor
    　Honda will discontinue production of its high-end Odyssey minivan at the end of December 2021. With Toyota dominating the market with the “”Alphard,”” there are still calls for Honda to revive the Odyssey.
    　
    　In the meantime, there are rumors that the “”Elysion,”” a higher-end model of the Odyssey that continues to be produced overseas, may be introduced to Japan as a new model in 2023.

    Is this the new Japanese version of the Odyssey? Honda’s new luxury minivan “”Elysion”” with minor changes in December 2021 in China

    　Among Honda’s three-row minivan lineup, the high-end Odyssey was positioned above the compact Freed and the medium-class Step Wagon.

    　The Odyssey is a well-established brand with a history of more than 25 years since its first model in 1994, and the model introduced in 2014 was the fifth generation.

    　Even though a full six years had passed since its debut, the Odyssey underwent a major minor change in November 2020, with interior and exterior design changes.

    　In the following year of 2021, it sold 21,148 units (average of about 1762 units/month), so many Honda fans were surprised when the company suddenly announced that it would end production at the end of 2021.

    　According to Honda officials, not a few users have expressed a desire to revive the high-end minivan.

    　To this end, Honda is taking measures to accommodate Odyssey replacement users by offering the “”Spada Premium Line,”” a high-end version of the Step Wagon, a medium-class minivan that will be fully remodeled in May 2022, with chrome exterior decorations and higher quality seat material, among other features.

    　However, there are strong rumors that the company is considering its next move in response to the growing needs of Odyssey users.

    　Although the Odyssey is no longer sold in Japan, its production continues at a local joint venture in China, Guangqi Honda Automobile (Guangzhou, Guangdong Province).

    　The Elysion, based on the same model but with more advanced interior and exterior specifications, is also produced at the joint venture Dongfeng Honda Automobile (Wuhan City, Hubei Province).

    　The Elysion was once sold in Japan from 2004 to 2013 as Honda’s top-of-the-line minivan, a nostalgic name that disappeared with the introduction of the current Odyssey.

    　The Chinese version of the Elysion is a new model that underwent a minor change in December 2021.

    　With an overall length of 4951 mm x width of 1842 mm x height of 1711 mm and a wheelbase of 2900 mm, it is a 7-seater with a powertrain consisting of a 2-liter Atkinson cycle gasoline engine and a highly efficient and powerful 2-motor hybrid system.

    　The interior layout follows the specifications of the current Odyssey, which underwent minor changes in 2020, and includes a 7-inch full LCD instrument panel, a large 10.1-inch center display, and gesture control power sliding doors.

    　In addition, the seat materials are even more luxurious than those of the Odyssey, and an electric double sunroof, which was not available in Japan, is also available.

    　If the Odyssey, which once disappeared, is reintroduced in Japan with specifications similar to those of the Elysion, it may be able to compete with the Alphard, which is a “”strong rival”” in the high-end minivan market.

    　As of early December 2022, Honda has not released any information regarding the revival of the new Odyssey in Japan, but we have high expectations for it.

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    Honda announces super luxury “Odyssey Elite”! Competing with Alphard, “4-seater & part

    ByChathura Chanuka

    “Honda Announces Ultra-Luxury Odyssey Elite! Adopting “”4-seater and partition wall with TV”” to compete with Alphard! Demand is growing in China! What is the response?

    Honda Unveils Four-Passenger Odyssey Elite Edition in China
    　November 18, 2022 – Honda’s joint venture in China, Guangqi Honda Automobile, announced the addition of the Odyssey Elite Edition.
    　
    　What kind of model is the Odyssey Elite, a luxurious four-seat version?

    Honda Announces Four-Seater Odyssey! The overly luxurious interior is awesome! See the pictures!

    Honda has unveiled the Odyssey Elite Edition, a 4-seat luxury minivan in China!

    　The first generation Odyssey, introduced in 1994, sold 433,028 units in Japan over a five-year period until the second generation in 1999. Since then, it has undergone a steady series of full model changes, but the current 5th generation, which was introduced in 2013, ended its 28-year history in January 2022.

    　On the other hand, it is still being sold in markets such as China and North America, where it has evolved in its own unique way.

    　In North America, the second generation was introduced as a model with a special body measuring 5105 mm (overall length) x 1935 mm (overall width) x 1740 mm (overall height) in response to the feedback that the first generation was too small. It is still sold today as a huge minivan with unique styling.

    　In China, basically the same model as the 5th generation sold in Japan is being developed as the Odyssey by the aforementioned Guangqi Honda Automobile and as the Elysion by the other joint venture company, Dongfeng Honda Automobile.

    　There are no major differences between the Odyssey and the Elysion in China, with only slight differences in exterior and interior design.

    　Until now, the Odyssey has been designed for family use, while the Elysion is more luxury-oriented.

    　The Elite Edition is a new version of the Odyssey.

    　The exterior features an exclusive honeycomb grille with chrome decorations. It also features welcome lamps and exclusive emblems to differentiate it from the standard model.

    　The interior is normally available in seven- and eight-passenger configurations, but the Elite Edition features two independent captain’s seats on either side of the second row of seats to provide even higher quality and more comfortable space.

    　In addition, a partition with a 19-inch TV is provided between the front and rear seats to ensure privacy for rear seat passengers.

    　In addition, a rear seat with an ottoman, special carpeting, and double-layered soundproof glass have been adopted to provide a more comfortable traveling space.　

    　The partition between the front and rear seats is thought to have been designed with the Lexus LM, which is highly popular in China, in mind, and the Toyota Alphard, which is also highly popular, and was introduced as a specification to meet the growing need for a luxury minivan in the Chinese market.

    　The price in China is 439,800 yuan (approximately 8.7 million yen).

    　In response to such Odyssey four-seater specifications, Japanese users commented, “”I heard that luxury minivans are popular in China, so I wonder if this is something Honda wants to target,”” “”I heard that the Alphard costs 15 million yen in China, so it may be possible to target a good number of users in six months,”” and “”The last I like the my-changed face a lot, so I’m interested in the 4-seater version of this.

    　Some of them are also eagerly waiting for the Odyssey to be sold in Japan again, saying, “”I hope the Odyssey will be back in Japan.”

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    Luxury minivan “Alphard” monopoly “Wait!” Many voices of expectation for the revival of Honda’s new “Odyssey”

    ByChathura Chanuka

    “Alphard’ Exclusive Luxury Minivan “”Wait and See!”” Many Expect Honda’s New Odyssey to Make a Comeback

    Much anticipation for the revival of the venerable Odyssey minivan brand!
    　The Odyssey, which was at the top of Honda’s three-row minivan lineup, has regrettably ceased production following the closure of Saitama Manufacturing’s Sayama Plant at the end of December 2021.

    A Japanese version of the new “”Odyssey””? The “”too gorgeous”” new “”Elysion”” on pre-sale in China .

    　In the midst of all this, we have received information that Honda is secretly considering the introduction of a high-end minivan once again.
    　
    　Many Honda fans are voicing their expectations on social networking sites.

    Is this the new Japanese version of the Odyssey? Honda’s new Elysion luxury minivan, which underwent minor changes in China in December 2021

    　Honda discontinued production of the Odyssey at the end of December 2021.

    　The Odyssey is a “”well-established”” minivan brand with a history of more than 25 years since the first model in 1994, and the last model introduced in 2014 will be the fifth generation.

    　Although the Odyssey continued to be listed on the official website for more than six months after production ended, the website quietly ended in September 2022, and the vehicles in stock are believed to have been cleared out.

    　Currently, Toyota’s Alphard dominates the high-end minivan market, and for this reason, there are many requests for Honda to revive the Odyssey.

    　In the meantime, rumors are circulating that the Elysion, a high-end Odyssey model that continues to be produced in China, may be introduced to Japan as the new Odyssey in 2023.

    　The Chinese version of the Elysion is a new model that underwent minor changes in December 2021.

    　It is based on the Odyssey, which ended its domestic production at the very same time.

    　The body size of the Elysion is 4951 mm (length) x 1842 mm (width) x 1711 mm (height) with a wheelbase of 2900 mm.

    　It is a 7-seater with a second captain’s seat, and its powertrain combines a 2-liter Atkinson-cycle gasoline engine and a highly efficient and powerful 2-motor hybrid system.

    　The interior layout follows the specifications of the current Odyssey, which underwent minor changes in 2020, and includes a 7-inch full LCD instrument panel, a large 10.1-inch center display, and gesture control power sliding doors.

    　In addition, the seat materials are even more luxurious than those of the Odyssey, and an electric double sunroof, which was not available in Japan, is also available.

    　As of the end of October 2022, there has been no official announcement from Honda, but there are rumors that the Odyssey will appear in Japan in 2023, so we are waiting with great anticipation.

    We are eagerly awaiting the arrival of the new Odyssey in Japan in 2023.

    　There have been many reactions to the rumors of the revival of the new Odyssey on social networking sites.

    　Honda fans have voiced their eager anticipation for the new Odyssey, with comments such as “”I can expect a lot,”” “”I’m happy if it’s true,”” “”I’m looking forward to it,”” and “”I think I’ll buy one.

    　On the other hand, there are also some cool comments such as “”It may not be able to compete with the Alphard unless it is more robust”” or “”It will not sell unless it is taller (like the Alphard)””.

    　Also, there are some who, in response to the discontinuation of the model, are saying, “”Oh, no! I’ve ordered another car…”” Some users also said that they had already ordered another car.

    　Some users are puzzled by Honda’s response, saying, “”Honda’s response seems to be too perfunctory”” after having announced the discontinuation of the model once before.

    　In any case, with Toyota almost completely dominating the market for luxury minivans, there are many who are looking forward to the return of the new Odyssey as a competitor.”