Yangchun March spring warm blossoms, it is a spring trip of the year, this time to bring parents, children to go out together is not good? For a family of three generations, how can you pull the whole family out to play? At this time, the 7-seat MPV model is undoubtedly the best choice, you know, this is not just two more seats, but the space is large, comfortable to ride, can be completely equipped with a big family, so that everyone can gather together to enjoy the joy of the world. So, the question is, what kind of MPV is the best for travel? Today, Uncle Che recommends a classic medium-sized MPV model of Guangqi Honda - the new Odyssey.
In the 200,000-300,000 yuan household MPV market, Odyssey is definitely a household name and hot model. In 2014, the all-new fifth-generation Odyssey was officially transformed from a "multi-purpose sedan" to a pure MPV, and in 2019, it became the first MPV model in the domestic market to provide hybrid power. Although the strength of the fifth-generation Odyssey is good enough, Guangqi Honda is not satisfied, so in December 2021, it ushered in its new model, the new Odyssey, a total of 7 models, priced at 235,800-32.88 million yuan. It is worth mentioning that in just over a month after the listing, the new Odyssey has received more than 10,000 orders, of which the medium and high-end versions account for more than 90%, which means that this model has been recognized by consumers. So why is the new odyssey so popular? Next, through a day of test drives, let's take a look at its true power.
In today's era of "looking at faces", people will start from the appearance of buying a car, not only for female consumers, but also for male compatriots, and the new Odyssey just meets our "face-looking habits". Compared with the old model, the new Odyssey has changed a lot, especially the front face has not found any shadow of the old model, such as the front grille has become wider, with a new design, thick and wide hood, so that the front face becomes thicker, more like an SUV model. The overall sense of the new headlight group is stronger, and the LED automatic headlights with the up-and-down water turn signals, coupled with the new front surround, immediately enhance the sense of grade of the new car.
On the side of the body, the chrome trim on the A and D pillars was removed, and the original 17-inch wheels were upgraded to more textured 18-inch Seiko aluminum alloy wheels, and the overall shape was more atmospheric than the old model.
The electric sliding door is the classic of MPV, which not only makes it more convenient to get on and off the car, but also allows the passengers to enjoy this honor more, and the rear door of the new Odyssey is not only a double-sided electric sliding door, but also supports the induction opening function, which improves the convenience of the rear passengers entering and leaving the carriage.
The rear of the car has also been upgraded, the new style of taillights, compared to the old model area is larger, while there is still a good recognition after lighting, the middle is also interspersed with a chrome decoration, very classy. Another big change is the addition of an electric rear tailgate, which is available in all models except for the lowest configuration. In addition, in order to meet the needs of more personalized users, three new exterior colors of Greenland white, polar night quicksilver and streamer purple have been added.
Coming to the car, the new center console design, using a large area of wood grain decoration, has become more warm, more in line with the positioning of the home MPV. The three-panel steering wheel is wrapped in leather and features rich and clear buttons. At the same time, the car upgraded the 7-inch TFT LCD dashboard, equipped with a 10.1-inch LCD display screen, which can be switched through the steering wheel knob control screen, and the steering wheel can be seen through the large screen without leaving the hand, reducing the driver's distraction and ensuring driving safety.
The built-in car machine system in the central control screen is upgraded to the new Honda CONNECT 3.0 intelligent guide interconnection system, the interface becomes color, at the same time, it also has a more intelligent voice control, as well as navigation, Internet of Vehicles, Baidu CarLife, remote control home appliances, electronic payment and other common functions are equipped. In addition, there is a big upgrade, using the latest SBW button type electronic shift, not only more technological, but also makes the front row have a better sense of space.
The air conditioner outlet adopts the popular through-channel design, and the air conditioning panel is still a separate area, using touch buttons and a separate screen. In the storage space under the center console, wireless charging of mobile phones has also been added. Above the co-pilot's glove box, a storage space has also been added, and the storage space has become more abundant. The details are also handled very carefully, whether it is the storage slot, the cup holder or the internal structure of the central armrest, it is very convenient to use, and the soft material is used in the often touched places in the carriage, which feels very good.
For consumers who purchase a 7-seater MPV model, space practicality is crucial. In terms of space, Honda has always had the reputation of space magician, thanks to the 4861mm length, as well as the 2900mm wheelbase, the new Odyssey has a very sufficient seating space, of which the second row is equipped with two independent seats, is still the most comfortable position for the whole car, wide and comfortable seats can meet the needs of people of all shapes, and the comfort configuration is also very rich, such as aviation-grade headrests, electric leg rests, independent armrests, multi-directional ESC, lateral adjustment, seat heating, small table boards, etc. all have.
Thanks to the large aisle in the middle of the second row of seats, as well as the large front and rear adjustment ranges, it is not difficult for passengers to enter the third row from the second row. And the third row of space performance is also very good, whether the head space or leg space will not feel crowded and depressed, such performance in the same level is also more advantageous. It is worth mentioning that the third row of cushion height and backrest angle are very ergonomic, coupled with softer padding, even for long rides. In terms of charging interface, there are 3 USB in the front row, 1 x 12V cigarette lighter, and 2 USB and 3 x 12V cigarette lighter in the rear.
The trunk storage space is still the strength of the new Odyssey, and the third row of seats can not only be completely folded under the floor, but can also be flipped back into a "fishing stool". After folding the seats in the third row and removing the limiter, the second row of seats can be pushed behind the C-pillar to become a truly honorable four-seat MPV.
The configuration is also relatively rich, adaptive cruise, collision mitigation braking, lane keeping assist, lane departure warning, 360 ° panoramic image, automatic parking assist and other active and passive safety systems, while the vehicle has added A CTM rearview dynamic reminder system, which can help users detect vehicles, pedestrians and even smaller objects passing behind them in a larger field of view. At the same time, the whole series of models are not only equipped with independent air-conditioning vents, but also added PM2.5 filtration system, and the top model is also equipped with a negative ion generator to fully create a safe and comfortable car environment for drivers and occupants.
As an excellent home MPV, the new Odyssey is also very strong in terms of power, following the highly acclaimed Honda 3rd generation i-MMD dual-motor hybrid system, the 2.0L naturally aspirated engine + electric motor power system can provide a combined maximum power of 158kW, and the transmission system is matched by the E-CVT transmission. From the data point of view, for a home MPV, such data is obviously quite good, so it is completely unnecessary to use power.
In the actual test drive process, no matter what kind of driving mode, this set of powertrain overall performance is very good, there is no movement at the beginning, it is very light to drive, the power response is very fast, and it can also give you a very refreshing sense of acceleration, the steering is also very precise, and it can be driven according to the driver's wishes. The power delivery is fairly smooth and strong. The vehicle provides the driver with three driving modes according to different driving environments: "EV mode", "hybrid driving mode" and "engine driving mode". At the same time, it can also take into account the fuel economy very well, and the fuel consumption in the WLC comprehensive working condition is as low as 5.88L/100km, which is really rare for a medium-sized MPV.
During the test drive, the most impressive thing about the car uncle was that the NVH was indeed very good as advertised, and even if the engine began to intervene during the drive, the car could be said to be quite quiet, plus the silent tires from Yokohama were replaced, which also played a role in suppressing the tire noise during driving. At the same time, the chassis performance of the whole vehicle is also very good, solid and stable, and it can be easily handled in various road conditions such as small and medium-sized undulations, small ditches, and small bumps, and the comfort has been improved to a certain extent.
Uncle Che summed up
It is not difficult to find from the monthly sales volume of Odyssey that since its listing, it has been loved by many consumers with its deep insight into the real needs of Chinese families and a full understanding of domestic car scenes, with its constantly upgraded product value and consistent high quality. Through this test drive, the new Odyssey has maintained excellent economy and power performance, not only made certain upgrades in appearance and interior, but also made more local changes in intelligent car machines, and also solved the problem of poor noise control performance in the old models. If you want a fuel-efficient, large-space, practical home MPV and want to live a more upscale car life, the new Odyssey is definitely a good choice.