My wife and I are proud owners of a 2023 Honda Odyssey Elite Minivan. It's in the Sonic Gray Pearl with black leather interior. We absolutely love it. My wife and I are grandparents and the grandchildren love the minivan to death. Definitely recommend this minivan for parents with a newborn baby. Even dogs will be happy with the minivan!!

@PrecisionAcc

8 ай бұрын

proud? lmaoooooooooooooooooooooo

@jakecutter1487

8 ай бұрын

If you love your Honda you'd have thought that the Toyota Sienna was the greatest invention the world has ever seen. The Toyota is vastly superior to the Honda.......but opinions are like, "you know", everyone has one. Glad you love your Honda. I'm sure it'll give you many years of trouble free driving. ✌️

@kimdagnillo8246

7 ай бұрын

@@jakecutter1487not when the oil can get condensation in it and cause major problems , that’s what a 2023 sienna gets you, milky white oil because it doesn’t like short trips ! Just ridiculous with all Toyotas experience with hybrid technology

@Gopinathk17

5 ай бұрын

​@@kimdagnillo8246What I heard from numerous reviewers is, Toyota has the best and most reliable hybrid technology than any other car brand in the world.

Love this introduction with the window rolling down and the "what's going on you...tube."

Fantastic review as always!

I am in texas. I am happy with the FWD and the window shade. The Sport trim offers all of my needs.

Hey Drew and Mason, great review as always. I do have a question for you. Do you guys know how much quieter between sport and elite model due to the elite has acoustic glass all around. That is a part of benefits we pay more for the elite trim which I believe. Thanks again and keep producing great review videos lol🎉

@CarConfections

8 ай бұрын

Thank you! Unfortunately, we don't have a sound level readings for the Elite Odyssey

Love your review!! Also love the Xanax comment and putting the favorite child on the right side so they can control the temperature in the back 😂😂

@CarConfections

7 ай бұрын

Yes! Thank you! 😂

We have an 18 touring, and we wanted to update to a sienna. However, we rented a 2023 sienna for a week, and it was too loud with engine and interior noise. I guess i would rather keep my Odyssey.

My family is cruising in an '07 Odyssey, it does everything one would want a minivan to do.

Time for a redesigned Odyssey Honda. 😅

I really thought we would go with a new hybrid Seinna. Test drove that thing and it was awful, especially considering the price. The crappy CVT sounds like an aimless jet struggling to take off, the wind noise from the front end was extreme, and it was super floaty feeling with the touchiest breaks. Just no. I was so disappointed. I never thought of an Oddessy until I test drove it. WOW. What a difference. You don't even know you're driving a minivan. The V6 AT, the practicality of the seat configuration, the all around comfort; I am picking up my 2022 EX-L and we are thrilled with our decision.

We just got our 2024 Odyssey Elite and it does have the LED Tail Lights.

Currently driving my 2018 Odyssey. All I gotta say, the next car maker that comes out with an 8 seater EV van. Take my money!!

That middle bench seat is the best design. It's available on all trim unlike Sienna crappy seat and couldn't be taken out.

If the Honda Odyssey slap a hybrid engine and adds AWD to it. It will be the best minivan/suv in the world. I drove both Odyssey and Sienna, Odyssey wins in every aspect and practicality. Sienna only won with it AWD and Hybrid. Odyssey also sounds and feel much more premium interior and handling than Sienna.

Just got 2024 odyssey, we’re in love with it ❤❤❤

Cool video.

Love my 2023 touring it’s amazing. And mega powerful.

we had a 2011 Odyssey and I thought it was a best generation odyssey that we had.

Hi fellows. I've watched your videos for years and must say you do a great job! We are a Honda family having purchased our first one (Accord) in 1986. We have owned 5 Odyssey's since their first "large" one in 1999. Traded our '18 for a 20 Pilot for towing reasons. However, we REALLY miss the smoother ride of the Odyssey. Can you comment on riding on their 18 inch wheels compared to their 19 inch? Is there much difference? We want Nav & entertainment for grandchildren so must go with Touring but have read it rides rougher on their 19 inch wheels. Any help would be appreciated.

@CarConfections

8 ай бұрын

Thank you! While it may ride a few % rougher technically if you tested it back-to-back with an 18-inch wheel, we find that the Odyssey rides like a cloud with either wheel option. The comfort of the ride exceeds many luxury vehicles so we're sure you would be satisfied with the Tourings ride.

I bought a new 2023 last June. Best minivan out there, yes better than Toyota Sienna since sienna went hybrid.

I got the 23 sport version and I like it. I would have gone with a sienna but at the time it was a 6 month waitlist at my dealership

Best car review I have seen recently

@CarConfections

7 ай бұрын

Thank you!

Thank you for the review. I'm looking forward to get the new 2024 Odyssey EXL to replace my existing 2007 Odyssey EXL with 282K miles on it. This is great video.

@CarConfections

3 ай бұрын

Thanks and good luck with the future Odyssey purchase!

I didn’t expect that in today’s technologically advanced era, we can still see new models of antique cars. . . . .

Hey Drew and Mason, great review as always. I do have a question for you. Do you guys know how much quieter between sport and elite model due to the elite has acoustic glass all around. That is a part of benefits we pay more for the elite trim which I believe. Thanks again and keep producing great review videos lol

@CarConfections

2 ай бұрын

Thanks! We've tested out lots of Odyssey's but not the Elite trim level surprisingly so we can't provide any data about the sound level differences

Thanks for this great video. Is it possible in 2024 model to take out (unscrew) all 2. and 3. row seats without any airbag issues like in Toyota Sienna?

@michiganstate149

3 ай бұрын

Sure is

well presented, these guys are professionals!

@CarConfections

4 ай бұрын

Thank you!

Y’all should do comparison odyssey sport vs the Toyota sienna xse

Love to see how this vehicle handles mountains driving in the CO areas. Thoughts?

It’s funny they say you can remove the middle seat for captains and stuff. However, you can technically remove any seat in any car if you have all day lol. However. I’d keep it in there. You never know. And it’s pretty much a captain seat when the cup holders are down minus the being able to walk down the aisle .. or crawl.. if you need something from the back and it’s pouring rain outside and you don’t wanna go outside.

What is the ground clearance?

If Honda just add awd and \or improve mpg. I would take it over the current sienna. The odyssey has better interior functionality, daily usability, and handling. Sienna win in exterior design and offers awd and crazy 35 mpg hybrid.

@Totallycleanservices943

5 ай бұрын

I have a 2006 Honda It gets 28 on the highway that’s good enough 😂

Why did I choose Odyssey vs Sienna? Better entry point for the third row when you remove the captain's seats and move the second row to the middle. Undocumented setting: you can set the middle row as face-to-face to the third row. Remove the second-row seats, and you can place standard 4x8 sheetrock, and plywood on a flat floor, the perfect space for a handyman's vehicle or for small home projects. Can be used as a mobile office without a second row and place foldable table in the trunk. Space between passenger and driver sits that allows you to enter or exit from the car at the other front door if someone parks close to your driver's door. Quality of the smart cruise control.

@benderaviation

5 ай бұрын

Is Honda's lane keeping better than Toyotas?

Does the Elite trim have a lower decibel reading due to the acoustic glass?

Hello! What do you think about Grand Highlander vs. Odyssey Touring? I normally travel with 3 adults and 1 baby or more. I love everything about the Odyssey, but there are 4 minor things I don't like. 1. There is no panoramic sunroof. 2. The design of the headphones, screen, USB ports, and other elements looks too old compared to the design of the Grand Highlander. 3. I'm worried about driving a two-wheel drive in Toronto. 4. Power sliding doors usually cause problems. I'd like to hear your opinion.

@CarConfections

8 ай бұрын

Hi! The Grand Highlander is as close to a minivan as you can get without actually getting one

It looks like a old man car 😂! I love the donuts test, so cool

@darriontunstall3708

9 ай бұрын

@Brian_Eugene_Lee I know right 😂

Can you do a comparison with the 2024 Honda Odyssey and the 2024 Honda Pilot? I need help choosing for a 5 people family. Thanks!

We sold our 2021 Honda odyssey and we now have a 2023 Sienna. A bit pricier to start but the MPG on the Sienna is excellent. In the city our odyssey was costing a lot of money fuel wise vs our Sienna we usually only fill up about every 2 weeks.

@SaycoPworrell

6 ай бұрын

2024 Sienna Hybrid looks amazing and great on gas... leaning towards that

@be4unvme

5 ай бұрын

yeah but the sienna has a markup. its not like your saving 10k in a year in fuel

@Jason-md1bw

4 ай бұрын

The Sienna looks nice, but feels much cheaper than the Odyssey. The Odyssey is quicker off the line, thus using more gas.

@leonsek85

4 ай бұрын

Love the sienna but the cabins noise is just too loud.

How many miles on the gas tank?

How are parking sensors not standard and 360° camera not available on a vehicle this large and errand-ey?

Does the Honda elite have a vacuum?

I have been searching a minivan since Dec 2022. My first choice is Sienna because it's hybrid and its reliability. Second choice is Kia Carnival because of its design, features and warranty. It's so disappointed Honda doesn't go hybrid for 2024 model year, not even a refresh, it's so dated

@YE-jx2qw

8 ай бұрын

I hope that they stay with the 3.5l engine, you can enjoy the 2.4l hybrid Toyota, and let's enjoy the 3.5l non hybrid, old fashion, dated people. thanks

@rayleung7668

8 ай бұрын

@@YE-jx2qw that's absolutely fine and should be the case too. Car industry should be as diverse as possible so consumers may have more choices

@BabeTryThis

7 ай бұрын

You will be disappointed with Sienna Hybrid because its insulation is not good. The switch between the electric motor and gas engine are not smooth and disappointing. I own an Acura TLX so when I tried Sienna 2 times, it gives me a little headache with the cabin noise and gear switching. I rather pay $5k less for Odyssey V6 10 speed transmission to have a comfortable ride.

@rayleung7668

7 ай бұрын

@@BabeTryThis what model year? I just ordered a 2023, hope it doesn't has the same problem

@BabeTryThis

7 ай бұрын

@@rayleung7668 i tested drive the 2023 model Sienna. I recommend to test drive Odyssey and Sienna back to back so you can feel the difference.

Thankfully, it still has a v6 engine.

Honda i love upu but why use the old pilot dash with only digital speed rather than digital gauges with more engine ifo and a real tach, temp, oil pressure, etc and the small infotainment screen? When will u bring the shifter back and add a 360 camera? The best thing honda has done is nof add huge baleen whale grill like hyundai toyota or lexus. Glad its a basic smaller grill

The features the mini van offers is nice but I feel the design is starting to show its age. Especially seeing every other Honda Vehicle getting a redesign. I definitely hope the Oddessy is next!! It has always been one of my favorite Mini Vans.

Hopefully they fixed all their electrical problems. Our 2019 Odyssey Elite has been nothing but problems left and right.

Does the memory seating option also store the side mirror settings?

@CarConfections

6 ай бұрын

Yes

I prefer the 2014-2017 Honda Odyssey but i recently sold my 2017 Honda Odyssey i tried to convince my dad to purchase the 2023 Honda Odyssey he said no your mom needs a 2023 Pilot and i dont want to buy another minivan. so i said ok

The Elite model has better front glass and is quieter than the Sport model. I’m not sure which models of the competitors were tested so this could be an “apples and oranges” comparison.

To give the real cargo space go from the back of the seat not the front seat but the middle seat

I wish the Elite had the look of the Sport. I have a '23 Elite, but I hate all of the chrome.

Is it just me but does this look like a larger and longer Honda Fit from the late 90s?

Great review Drew and Mason. What's Honda's future for the popular Odyssey Minivan?

@CarConfections

9 ай бұрын

Thanks! Based on spy shots, it might be getting some updates next year

@aryehrosenthal2138

9 ай бұрын

Thanks for letting me know

no auto brake hold?

My first new Honda Odyssey minivan to buy.

What did you mean by the upcharge for “destination” at the end?

@CarConfections

6 ай бұрын

It's like a shipping and handling fee but for cars. All vehicles have them and they're usually between $1,000-1,500

When will you get the new Kona to test? I'm seeing them at dealerships now

@CarConfections

9 ай бұрын

We are driving it today lol. Stay tuned!

@snuffaluffagus9527

9 ай бұрын

@@CarConfections perfect timing! Lol

It is a shame that you can't order the Sport version with Elite's amenities.

I would really love to have Honda make a hybrid one.

@leonsek85

4 ай бұрын

Same here

3:50 " Honda has you covered when the kids start throwing hands"🤣 thank you Honda! Because my kids definitely throw fits, hands, and sippy cups!🤣

Great review. Can you compare the highest trim levels of the 2024 Honda odyssey to the 2024 kia carnival?

is it sport version vs touring drive and suspension are same?

@CarConfections

4 ай бұрын

Yes, same suspension setup

Doesn’t look like enough changes to justify upgrading from my 2019. Was really hoping there would be hybridization by now, but Honda is slow and stubborn as always. If 2025 isn’t the year, I’m going to have to go in a different direction.

@duke62778

5 ай бұрын

Only thing added is all models come with 10 speed transmission, sunroof and charging ports in 2nd row. Touring and elite have charging ports in 3rd row. No body changes or engine changes since 2018

So for 2024, no changes - other than a sporty-look trim, which does look nice. But otherwise, no reason to buy this. This is BAD for Honda. That means another year of Gen 5 @7yrs (Gen1 = 5yrs., Gen2 = 6, Gen3 = 6, Gen4 = 7). The Platform needs an upgrade which is hurting their sales. There's a lot to like about the Toyota Sienna. It's hybrid system is almost double the milage over the Odyssey. But I don't like the Sienna look. And worse, the 2nd row seat not being removable is the #1 reason they lose that sale from me. There are times I need to pull a 2nd row out to fit a bike or a 70" TV, or move stuff. I still DO NOT like the Honda Push-buttons. Bring back the gear shifter like the 2017 and older models. Overall-automatic shifters are generally dangerous without that "mechanical" feedback of what you're doing + the effort to shift. I'll stick with the 2016 model. The gear shifter is a reason I want the Toyota. The 2nd-row climate controls on the passenger side make more sense to parents and passengers. My previous Odyssey (3rd gen) has them on the drive side. Why? When there is an adult or older child passenger or just one kid. The driver HAS them in the passenger side so we can TALK to them, reach them, hand them things, etc. We can hear the person to our side than directly behind us with a big seat. So my kid, when younger - would have to get out of the seat to adjust. But that's a hassle or safety issue. So he would have to TELL me what he wants, rather than doing it himself... which both of us would prefer. This change happened in the 4th gen. So if Honda wants to compete with Toyota, they need to step of their game. 1 - All EV and/or Hybrid versions. Hybrid is more important, especially for long drives. 2 - Traditional gear shifter = safer. Especially with powered doors and kids. 3 - AWD for people who want that. 4 - Don't copy Toyota's flaws. Like non-removable seats... or being very bumpy when the 3rd row is folded down. Or the ugly huge grills. 5 - Copy some aspects of the 5th Gen Japanese/Chinese Honda.* This includes a dashboard with circle dials, or give driver a choice of circles or bar. * Odyssey is no longer made in Japan for East Asian markets. They are built in China. They are NICER than the American-made Odyssey. While they switched to push-button gear shifter on 5th gen on the refresh, it looks nicer. It's closer to the driver and smaller, compared to the oddly big thing in the middle. It's a cleaner dashboard, Many of the "2024 Odyssey Preview" or speculation vids on YT are showing the Chinese version. It has a stubby nose, but otherwise looks like a USA Odyssey. It has a hybrid engine setup, but for the Asian markets, they don't need or desire the 280HP of the American market. It's also about 12 inches shorter and 7 inches narrower for their smaller roads. My guess, Honda is trying out their tech in Japan & China. The international version is NOT the same thing in the USA. If Honda wants to stay in the game, they MUST have a Gen6 for 2025. They are not competing well with Toyota, who has a waiting list. Anyone with older Odysseys should wait. Perhaps this is also why Honda was silent about the 2024 model, because the USA Gen6 wasn't ready. It was easy to make a new front bumper, change a few color options and call it a day. That was lazy on Honda.

@be4unvme

7 ай бұрын

you must be a woman I aint reading all that shid, get a life

@mnn1265

7 ай бұрын

Safety ratings on both the Sienna and Odyssey are also lacking. I little nerve wracking to put your kids in that back seat....

people buying sienna is because it is good for Van life. is this also suitable to do the conversion?

This is a top contender for us, but I wish they'd copy Chrysler's stow and go seats. We often use our minivans for cargo and dogs, but taking these seats in and out and finding room to store them is a real negative.

Honda ❤

This car is awesome

Best in class, I miss my 2021 black edition in Canada

What set the Sienna and this apart is the mpg and awd. IMHO, the mpg and awd is the deciding factor for me, something that the Odyssey can never duplicate coming off the lot. There is no hack, add-ons, or aftermarket parts that will make the Odyssey compared to Sienna's MPG and AWD, so Sienna wins.

I can’t believe they made no significant changes for 2024. I was hoping for an lol new design with hybrid.

@Perich29

9 ай бұрын

If you want hybrid, buy Toyota, because most of the toyota cars will be hybrid in the future.

@iljimae5126

9 ай бұрын

But sienna’s interior look just so tacky. I can’t get over that.

Sienna is a good option if you are willing to wait like 12-19 months? Then once it's release they will give you a high interest rate.😅 Waiting for my Odyssey 2024 Touring , atleast Honda has a definite date of delivery

@brucelee5465

9 ай бұрын

Sienna is less refine but with better fuel economy

@almassengale

8 ай бұрын

It is a good option. I so wish Toyota didn't force you to seven passenger seating in top trims. For my needs 8 passengers is much better but I also want the features of nicer trims.

@BabeTryThis

7 ай бұрын

don't forget Toyota dealer know that they car add ridiculous options because it's on high demand. I paid $45k Out of the door for 2024 Odyssey Sport in one day. Meanwhile you won't get 2024 Sienna with less than $50k if you are lucky.

this has 69k views and this channel has 420k subs at this time 🤨📸

Wish the middle seats came out

Question where is the spear tire located ?

@grubbp

3 ай бұрын

They all have a spare. It is under the cargo area.

My 2018 EXL is the best van. Hands down

Thanks 🙏 dor this 😢

Honda is still the leader and its not close.

I need this for my booger collection.

2nd one

Wow that engine is already knocking and tapping. 0:56 SE does not mean "Sport Edition"...SE stands for Standard Edition aka base model.

the only Reliable minivan that is not hybrid. Toyota Sienna minivan are all hybrid, you can't buy none hybrid sienna anymore, you'll have to find a used one if you want a none hybrid sienna or buy a new Honda minivan.

that sound test / speaker review was pretty shit. If customers are going to be spending countless hours driving 200,000-300,000km in the thing they might want to know how the speakers sound compared to the competition.

In-house transmission? Is that the new 10 speed? I thought it use the old nine speed

@CarConfections

6 ай бұрын

Correct, it's uses Hondas 10 speed instead of the ZF 9-speed

@garynapoli3042

6 ай бұрын

@@CarConfections aww ok that’s a good combination! I have the pilot with the 10 speed, no VTEC garbage, however, smoother and more refined to pass a powers not there high-end

Ventilated seats???

Sienna and pacifica are the better options this people at honda aren’t bringing anything new to the table in the minivan dpt. Is like apple just changing or adding one thing per release year 😂😂😂😂. Sienna or pacifica people and i drive a honda . That how frustrating it is

it's great car but so sadly it is Missig very important critical deal-breakers.

Hondas my favorite brand but now no hybrid is a huge disappointment

@austinblackburn

8 ай бұрын

I disagree, minivan hybrid wouldn't make sense as it currently is designed, added weight, you would loose storage room (gotta put that battery somewhere). I don't see a hybrid system adding much mpg with the current design

@newadventures9940

2 ай бұрын

Ur crazy its better not having hybrid

Think , If your buying this outdated version and drives another 10 Years.

@wkbdgeorge

7 ай бұрын

What???

Toyota Sienna and Chrysler Pacifica is the only minivan that comes with awd 😮

I had this model and within 300 miles transmission started slipping. I traded it in for new sienna and I love it.

Nice and comfortable ride, but definitely looks dated front and back it’s like we’re stepping back in time..still buttons galore tiny screen and boring simple dash display.

When someone asks me what I'd recommend for the best family minivan, the first one that comes to mind is always the Kia Carnival. I often forget Honda (even Toyota at times) still make family haulers.

@ciello___8307

8 ай бұрын

I hated how the transmission of the carnival drove

@juanr.3314

8 ай бұрын

Kia??😂😂😂 the most unreliable minivan in the market

@DeadofWinter321

8 ай бұрын

@@juanr.3314 - Enlighten us. The Carnival doesn't have weak transmissions like the Odyssey. Doesn't have oil burning/consumption problems and electrical gremlins that show up before 100-120K miles like on the Sienna. And has the lowest cost of ownership compared to the Sienna, Odyssey and Pacifica 🏆

@MrNb131

8 ай бұрын

Imagine asking a friend for a minivan opinion because you can't be bothered to research the (checks notes)...4 choices.... and that person giving the advice isn't familiar with the 2 most popular models. The internet exists, yet people are still like this.

@DeadofWinter321

8 ай бұрын

@@MrNb131 - You sound very butthurt.

The sunshade thing is stupid they should offer in the 3rd in every trim.

If the van can't fly, then it better be hybrid and get 50 mpg in this day and age. I mean a flying car is already approved by the FAA.. Minivan needs to get better. SUV came out later and has evolved to 100x better. And where is the vacuum?!

After seeing this im going to buy a toyota sienna hybrid. Honda needs a good hybrid and phev odyssey

i have a 2009 odyssey and i won't change it in. i really, really, really don't want all those 'assist" controls. nope, no way, nada. wish there was a way to turn them off and i'd buy another odyssey. when i buy a car, i want to make the choices of how the car is driven... not the car.... good grief.

@TexasCat99

8 ай бұрын

Yeah. As stated by some people,. the later models have switched to PARK by itself while driving on the street. = steering wheel locks up too. I dislike the push-buttons, naa, I hate them. As more cars go electric, and computerized, we won't have those choices. A typical car has about 15~20y life span.

@CarefulSteps1

8 ай бұрын

yea it's getting nuts. my hubs has 2 new vehicles... one is a truck... every time he turns it on, the radio comes on.... it's a set feature.....and you can't just turn it down when you stop the thing... nope, radio comes on. i often wonder about those who have sleeping babies and getting into the truck... sheesh. he also got a mazda that every time to turn off, the emergency brake sets... ugh. and that bloody cruise control has a mind of it's own.... i declare it's gonna cause whiplash to some folks. he was turning into a store parking area and in the middle of the turn the car in front stopped to let a car out and man, the brakes came flying down and it was unnecessary. we are having to learn how to drive differently.... we are used to the way a human drives but these new cars and their adjusting to the car ahead is dif than what a human usually does and really messes w/the brain of thinking how normal car flow happens. just ugh. @@TexasCat99

@TexasCat99

8 ай бұрын

@@CarefulSteps1 that radio on thing can't be a feature. What a PITA. How hard is it to remember what mode the radio was on. On or off, exhiliary or FM, etc... Slamming of the brakes with the auto avoidance system... Yeah, that can be a good thing. The concept is good but it needs to be smart. Slamming hard at a bad time can result in being rear-ended. This is a bad problem with drive by wire cars. As much electronics and computers are in regular ICE cars, the steering, acceleration and brakes are mechanical. And yes they can fail or human error... We get that. People crashed their cars by putting them in the wrong gear. We all do it sooner or later, usually without crashing. But it's a different thing, when the car does something on its own. Stopping, uncontrolled acceleration, steering going dead or worse going in another direction by itself. Making the cars very complicated with software creates major points of failure. Now we have cars with video game type steering. The more you turn, the more it turns the wheel. There's no rotation. It can do some pretty cool stuff that you can't do with a steering wheel. But there's no feedback. You have to trust that what you see out the windshield matches what you're doing. If that fails at 60+ mph that would be bad. Maybe the bugs will be worked out in 10 years. They have to.

@CarefulSteps1

8 ай бұрын

one can hope. meanwhile, i'm sticking w/the old stuff. heck have found the same w/appliances..... give me the old stuff... have a washer that is still doing great. @@TexasCat99

It's a beautiful car that doesn't make sense because it doesn't have a hybrid system.

when does honda AWD system on odyssey

@rrt08

2 ай бұрын

You have to buy the Pilot, Passport, or Acura MDX for AWD. Wish they did offer it on the van.

1- as a pharmacist, I appreciate the Xanax joke🤣🤣 2- how is Honda putting a steering wheel on any 2024 model that looks like it came right off of a 2012 CRV 💀