The 2026 Honda Odyssey: Modern Design Meets Family Comfort

The Honda Odyssey has long been a mainstay in the family minivan market, consistently earning high praise for its reliability, value, and customer loyalty since its debut more than 25 years ago. In fact, it has earned US News & World Report’s “Best Cars for the Money” award multiple times, giving you peace of mind that choosing it for your daily driving needs is a smart investment.^[a]

The latest version, the 2026 Honda Odyssey, continues to impress, offering smart technology, flexible seating, and modern styling, along with many other creature comforts you and your family will enjoy as you travel from point A to point B.

Our team at Ralph Honda is well-versed in the Odyssey and what it offers today’s drivers, which makes us the ideal team to help you narrow down which trim level works best for your daily driving needs. You can reach out to us online or stop by the dealership for a closer look at our inventory. Either way, you will get the same great customer service.

The Honda Odyssey is now in its fifth generation, and it builds on a legacy that has prioritized safety, convenience, comfort, and functionality—all the things that today’s on-the-go families need to make their day-to-day tasks easier and their travels more engaging. Some highlights of the 2026 Odyssey are explored further below.

When you think of minivans, performance and driving experience aren’t likely the first things that come to mind. However, with a powerful 3.5L V6 engine that offers 280 hp and 262 lb-ft of torque, the Odyssey provides you with a strong start and follows it up with a smooth delivery, thanks to the 10-speed automatic transmission.

It is also much more nimble than you might think for a larger vehicle, which makes navigating traffic and city streets easier. Additionally, its composed ride and responsive handling give the minivan more of a car-like ride, and since it is quick to get going, you won’t find yourself at the back of the line before you have even started.

It is also worth noting that the Honda Odyssey can tow up to 3,500 lbs when properly equipped, which is particularly useful when you need to haul a small travel trailer or transport landscaping supplies from the store to home, without needing to rent or borrow a truck.

As mentioned, the Honda brand prioritizes safety, and the 2026 Honda Odyssey is just one of many examples of this. Within each Odyssey, you will find a long list of advanced safety and driver-assist systems, which are part of the brand’s Honda Sensing suite—a collection of features to help you reach your destination safely. Key standard and available features include:

• Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS) with Pedestrian Detection: This system alerts you of a possible collision and can even automatically apply the brakes if it senses you will not be able to react in time.
• Road Departure Mitigation (RDM): RDM uses cameras to detect lane markings and can gently steer and brake the vehicle if it senses unintentional lane drift.
• Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low-Speed Follow: With this system engaged, it automatically maintains a set distance between you and the vehicle ahead of you. Additionally, it can bring the minivan to a full stop if needed, as well as re-engage when traffic starts moving again.
• Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS): This system actively works to keep the Odyssey centered in its lane during highway driving.
• Traffic Sign Recognition (TSR): This system is key when traveling on unfamiliar roads, as it provides you with valuable information, such as the speed limit, to help you stay safe and compliant.

These are just a few of the features you will find onboard the 2026 Honda Odyssey, with higher trims offering even more sophisticated systems, such as CabinWatch. which uses a camera to display the rear of the cabin on the dash, allowing you to easily check on your passengers.

The 2026 Odyssey’s cabin is spacious, well-appointed, and ultra-flexible. It offers seating for up to eight people with ample headroom and legroom in every row. Not only that, but all models feature Honda’s innovative Magic Slide second-row seats.

These power-adjustable middle seats slide side to side to provide a wide center aisle for easy access to the third row. The Magic Slide seats can also fold flat and be removed entirely for maximum cargo space. Likewise, the 60/40 split third-row Magic Seat folds flat into the floor at the pull of a lever, creating a low, level load floor. These features let families quickly reconfigure the interior when needing extra cargo space without wrestling with heavy seats.

You will also find that higher trims have plenty of premium touches. For instance, the Touring and Elite trims come with leather-trimmed seats, with the Elite adding ventilated and heated front seats, along with a heated steering wheel. Additionally, a 12-way power-adjustable driver’s seat, which includes two-position memory and lumbar support, and a passenger seat with an eight-way power adjustment ensure you and your co-pilot are comfortable mile after mile.

Honda has also included many family-friendly amenities in the newest version of the Odyssey, including a Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control System, which allows front, second-row, and third-row occupants to enjoy individualized airflow. Additionally, every row has its own map lights, and all rows have their own cupholders and USB charging ports.

Finally, small details—like lockable glovebox storage, rear luggage hooks, and a multi-use center console bin—make the Odyssey’s interior highly practical. Even better? Both sliding doors open and close with one-touch power operation. On top trims, the power tailgate features hands-free access and programmable height.

The Odyssey also checks the boxes when it comes to infotainment and connectivity. Inside, you will find a nine-inch high-resolution touchscreen that supports wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto for effortless smartphone integration.

Choosing the Touring or Elite trim adds an onboard Wi-Fi hotspot and an available Honda Satellite-Linked Navigation System with offline maps and voice control. Additionally, the HondaLink suite is available on upper trims, allowing you to use a smartphone app to check fuel levels, lock/unlock doors, or start the engine remotely.

Last but not least, the Odyssey offers an Advanced Rear Entertainment System on the Touring and Elite trims, which features a large 12.8-inch high-resolution display where your passengers can stream movies or shows from Blu-ray, HDMI-connected devices, or popular apps thanks to the HDMI input and app casting capabilities. Plus, as mentioned above, all rows benefit from an abundance of charging ports, ensuring everyone’s digital devices are ready to go.

Even fully loaded with passengers, the Odyssey offers generous cargo space, giving you up to 38.6 cu.ft. of storage behind the third row. That storage is easily enough for groceries, soccer gear, or a weekend’s worth of luggage.

Folding down the third row increases cargo space up to 91 cu.ft., and if it is just you—or you and a passenger—onboard, you can gain up to 155.8 cu.ft. Add this to the functionality of the Magic Slide seats and you can see why families love the functionality of the Odyssey for everyday use.

In short, the 2026 Odyssey is built for family life. It delivers the kind of flexible, spacious interior that parents and kids need, featuring easy-to-reach cup holders and USB outlets, as well as ample room for sports gear and suitcases.

Putting it all together, the 2026 Honda Odyssey offers a compelling package of performance, safety, comfort, and connectivity. Its proven V6 powertrain provides strong acceleration, and the brand’s commitment to safety gives you peace of mind. Plus, the upscale yet practical interior offers something for everyone and makes each ride more enjoyable than the last.

If you are in the market for a minivan, check out our selection online or stop by Ralph Honda today. Either way, we will take the time to answer any questions you might have to help you determine which trim level works best for your driving routine.

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^[a] The 2024 and 2025 Honda Odyssey won the U.S. News & World Report’s “Best Car for the Money” award. For more information, visit U.S. News & World Report and usnews.com. U.S. News & World Report is part of U.S. News & World Report LP.