In mid-2021, the news that the Odyssey is going to be discontinued is circulating on the Internet, and because the Odyssey is a popular car in the MPV industry, the heavy news about its discontinuation spread rapidly on the Internet in an instant. Cylinder Brother immediately learned that it was not the entire Oder racing series that was discontinued, but Honda announced that it would discontinue CLARITY, fuel version of Odyssey and Mileage in the future.
Subsequently, the news of the mid-term revamp of the Odyssey was also reported, and the spy photos were frequently rumored, which also proved that the Odyssey would continue to compete in the MPV market after the revamp. At the 2021 Guangzhou Auto Show, we saw the remodeled Odyssey real car, as the fifth generation of Odyssey's late-stage redesign model launched in 2013, its degree of subversion is indeed beyond the small revamp in 2017.
The manufacturer guidance price of the 2022 Odyssey is 235,800-35.48 million yuan, why can the Odyssey give people the feeling of replacement? First of all, the new car follows the design language of the latest Japanese version of the Odyssey, and the front of the car is wider and more three-dimensional.
As far as looking at the front of the car alone, it is impossible to find that the modified model has any connection with the old model, as if it is a brand new model. The new car uses a hexagonal banner mid-mesh, which is the family design of the same model as the new Accord, while the pale blue logo indicates the hybrid identity.
The new model also spent a lot of thought on the headlights, the Honda family wing-type full LED headlights in the addition of double-layer LED light strips, the sense of sophistication is greatly improved, and the double-layer layout of the headlight group also effectively alleviates the incongruity caused by the too slender headlights of the MPV model. The supreme version of the test drive model has added two LED light beads to the "lower layer" as steering auxiliary lights.
The side of the body is one of the few aspects that can identify the connection between the new and old Odyssey, the new mid-to-high model is equipped with 18-inch multi-strip wheels, and the use of "blackening" to enhance the sporty temperament of its Sport Hybrid.
The new Odyssey's rear changes can be described in a bold way, and the chrome trim that runs through the left and right taillights is not only beautiful, but also effectively reduces the height of the visual center of gravity. Below the Odyssey Logo at the rear, there is also the e:HEV Honda Hybrid logo.
The new tail lamp adds blackening elements, and the more exquisite LED light strip is internally constructed, and the recognition and three-dimensional sense are more obvious.
If it is only a change in appearance, it is not enough to make people suspect that it is a replacement, even if the real car has been seen at the Guangzhou Auto Show, but when the Odyssey is really opened, the visual freshness brought by this interior is still strong enough.
The redesigned Odyssey features a new central control design with a new brown wood grain trim to enhance the home atmosphere. The new three-frame steering wheel is the same style as the new Accord, so its grip and size are more sedan-like.
The same big change is this 10.1-inch suspension central control screen, equipped with honda family's latest Honda CONNECT 3.0 intelligent guidance interconnection system, in addition to the more convenient interactive experience in the car, it can also be connected with home appliances through the car networking function, remotely control some home appliances, and become the number one parent.
Honda family hybrid model exclusive SBW electronic button shift mechanism, finally appeared on the modified Old racing car, perhaps many people think that the old inline gear is more convenient to operate, but the electronic button also has an advantage, that is, the control of the air conditioning control panel does not have to bypass the gear handle.
The redesigned Odyssey also did a certain addition and subtraction in the storage space, and the storage compartment at the bottom of the center console could not be lifted like the old model, but a hidden storage compartment was added under the wood grain trim in front of the co-driver, and a press pop-up cup holder was set up in the air conditioner outlet on the main driver side, and the actual experience was also convenient for placing the mobile phone.
Since it was only a remodeled model, the new Odyssey did not have too obvious changes in body size. Although the body size of the Odyssey is not as large as the Buick GL8 and Trumpchi M8, Honda's achievements in space can be said to be at the top of the pyramid.
The redesigned Odyssey seat still has a wide design, and the addition of appropriate wrinkles is very important, so that the chair is not easy to identify the crease at a glance even if it is "old". When the central control platform runs through the left and right sides of the design to facilitate side parking, you can calmly get off from the non-wall side, which is also quite optimistic about the cylinder brother.
Needless to say, the comfort of the second row of high-end models is not much to say, and the variable slide rails allow the second row seats to make full use of the space inside the car for a more comfortable ride. Compared to the competition, Odyssey's unique shoulder adjustment allows passengers in the second row to lie down more naturally and stretch, transforming into a stress-reducing first class cabin.
The advantages and disadvantages of the third row of Odyssey seats are also obvious, first of all, the disadvantage is that the backrest is short, and a wide headrest is required to provide some shoulder support. There are more advantages, the upturned cushion can perfectly fit the thighs, the thigh support is very in place, even if it is a long ride, there will be no small bench feeling of humility.
The third row of magic seat changes is even more humiliating to the competitor models, and the tail compartment platform adopts a hollow design, providing a very considerable trunk space, with the third row of seats that are 4/2/4 down, which is suitable for expansion, of course, it can also be fully folded under the platform, forming a large space similar to a van. The third row of seats is lowered backwards as a whole, and you can also enter the "fishing" mode, which is combined with the tailgate to shield the wind and rain, increasing the fun of outdoor life.
In terms of power, the redesigned Odyssey is still equipped with Honda's third-generation i-MMD hybrid system, of which the 2.0L naturally aspirated engine has a maximum power of 107 kW, a peak torque of 175 Nm, and the system has a comprehensive power of 158 kW, matching the E-CVT stepless transmission.
This hybrid system is also an "old acquaintance", and the Haoying Rui Hybrid and accord Sharp Hybrid that have been tested before are equipped with this powertrain. Some people may worry that the Odyssey body size will not be enough to build this powertrain, but the cylinder brother can reassure you that the electric motor with 315 Nm torque output is not vegetarian, and the motor does not need a certain speed to reach the peak torque, so it is easy to start and accelerate in the middle of the city.
This i-MMD hybrid system has three operating conditions, pure electric drive, oil-electric hybrid and engine drive. In most of the oil-electric hybrid state, the engine starts to generate electricity but is not responsible for driving, and the engine thermal efficiency is as high as 40.6%, which can ensure that the Odyssey is always electrified and can activate the powerful output drive motor at any time.
When driving at medium and high speed, all the engine power is output to the drive end, "no time" to supply energy to the generator, then it enters the pure fuel drive condition of the engine direct drive, and the motor basically does not intervene in this condition, unless the acceleration of the middle and rear section requires a greater power output. In everyday situations, Odyssey is enough to cope with the car scene of traveling with full loads.
The front and rear glass of the Supreme Edition model are made of double-layer laminated sound insulation glass, which has a certain improvement in the quiet effect of the whole vehicle. As an MPV model, there is no problem with suspension tuning according to the comfort setting, but the most "Honda" is still the steering feel, for most women, the steering force of the Odyssey in the parking lot will be heavy, but it is absolutely emotional to drive.
epilogue:
Compared with the Buick GL8 and the up-and-coming Trumpchi M8, the business atmosphere of the Honda Odyssey is not so strong, and it is more of a comfortable home atmosphere. Like most Japanese cars, the Odyssey is mainly comfortable and home-oriented, but it is not inferior to attend business occasions, especially after the revamp, the aura is stronger, and the inside and outside are new.
The old Odyssey has cancelled the pure fuel version, although there are still many consumers who have objections in the early days, but after truly experiencing the advantages of low torque and low fuel consumption of hybrids, they also call out the true fragrance. However, the new Odyssey has also upgraded the NVH of the vehicle on the basis of the original, which makes the new car more powerful and opens its new journey in the Year of the Tiger.