Buick Encore vs Honda Odyssey
Overview | |
Years produced1995-Present | Years produced2013-2023 |
MSRP$42,220 | MSRP$24,600 |
Listings9463 | Listings3473 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews6.3 out of 10 | Expert reviews |
Pros
Cons
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Reviews SummaryHonda hasn’t redesigned the Odyssey since 2018, but this minivan does get a few updates that will appeal to the Odyssey faithful. They include subtle styling changes, a new 7-inch digital driver display, an updated 9-inch touchscreen infotainment system, modernized USB-C charging ports, and a smartphone charging pad. A new Amazon Fire TV rear-seat entertainment system also arrives for 2025. While appreciated, these improvements don’t rescue the Odyssey from its increasingly uncompetitive position. Verdict: The 2025 Odyssey doesn’t offer a hybrid powertrain or an all-wheel-drive (AWD) option. The updated tech merely meets minimum standards and expectations. And in a new crash-test evaluation, Honda’s minivan earns a rare low rating. Certainly, the Odyssey remains comfortable, exceptionally practical, and enjoyable to drive. But it needs a redesign, and soon. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine3.5L 280 hp V6 | Engine1.4L 155 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity8 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower280 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower155 hp @ 5600 rpm |
MPG City19 | MPG City24 |
MPG Highway28 | MPG Highway32 |
Engine | |
Engine Name3.5L 280 hp V6 | Engine Name1.4L 155 hp I4 |
Torque262 lb-ft @ 4700 rpm | Torque177 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm |
Horsepower280 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower155 hp @ 5600 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City19 | MPG City24 |
MPG Highway28 | MPG Highway32 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity8 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/Moonroof |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space32.8 cu ft | Cargo Space18.8 cu ft |
Curb Weight4526 lbs | Curb Weight3195 lbs |
Height69.6 in | Height65.2 in |
Length205.2 in | Length168.4 in |
Width78.5 in | Width70.1 in |
Wheelbase118.1 in | Wheelbase100.6 in |
Maximum Payload1493 lbs | Maximum Payload1018 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity3500 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 1995-Present | 2013-2023 |
MSRP | $42,220 | $24,600 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 6.3 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | Pros
Cons
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Summary | Honda hasn’t redesigned the Odyssey since 2018, but this minivan does get a few updates that will appeal to the Odyssey faithful. They include subtle styling changes, a new 7-inch digital driver display, an updated 9-inch touchscreen infotainment system, modernized USB-C charging ports, and a smartphone charging pad. A new Amazon Fire TV rear-seat entertainment system also arrives for 2025. While appreciated, these improvements don’t rescue the Odyssey from its increasingly uncompetitive position. Verdict: The 2025 Odyssey doesn’t offer a hybrid powertrain or an all-wheel-drive (AWD) option. The updated tech merely meets minimum standards and expectations. And in a new crash-test evaluation, Honda’s minivan earns a rare low rating. Certainly, the Odyssey remains comfortable, exceptionally practical, and enjoyable to drive. But it needs a redesign, and soon. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 3.5L 280 hp V6 | 1.4L 155 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 8 | 5 |
Horsepower | 280 hp @ 6000 rpm | 155 hp @ 5600 rpm |
MPG City | 19 | 24 |
MPG Highway | 28 | 32 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 3.5L 280 hp V6 | 1.4L 155 hp I4 |
Torque | 262 lb-ft @ 4700 rpm | 177 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm |
Horsepower | 280 hp @ 6000 rpm | 155 hp @ 5600 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 19 | 24 |
MPG Highway | 28 | 32 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 8 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 32.8 cu ft | 18.8 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4526 lbs | 3195 lbs |
Height | 69.6 in | 65.2 in |
Length | 205.2 in | 168.4 in |
Width | 78.5 in | 70.1 in |
Wheelbase | 118.1 in | 100.6 in |
Maximum Payload | 1493 lbs | 1018 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 3500 lbs | |
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