Overview & Reviews

The Honda Odyssey receives minor improvements for 2008. The front end has been restyled, and under the hood of EX-L and Touring models is an updated version of the Variable Cylinder Management system. New convenience features include Bluetooth, a power passenger seat, a back-up camera integrated into the rearview mirror and memory-linked side mirrors with a reverse-gear tilt-down. The Odyssey also receives minor interior material upgrades, additional interior storage and a standard auxiliary audio jack.

• Agile handling, 60/40-split flat-folding rear bench, optional eight-passenger seating, extensive feature list, smooth V6.

• Top-line trim levels are expensive.

User Reviews:

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  16th Honda - 2008 Honda Odyssey
  By Hondaman - December 29 - 8:54 pm

  Yes, thats no typo--Ive had 16 Hondas (and 1 Acura). First van though, and Ive had it 24 months w/o problems. It doesnt handle like a Civic--but it doesnt ride like one either. Its been comfortable, safe and reliable. Fun? Hey, its a VAN for crying out loud. It does make an odd "clunk" in the back end when using reverse sometimes or turning hard to the right. But Ive got no real complaints. Its not like my CRVs for toughness, its not like my Civics for mpg. It IS like my Accords for comfort. I still cant get over the stigma of owning a minivan but if you have to have one, the Odyssey is the one to get.

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  My first 18 months - 2008 Honda Odyssey
  By scottinky - November 29 - 8:08 am

  Took out a lease on this 2008 EX-L after trying the large SUV route. This is by far the most practical vehicle I have ever owned. The interior is well laid out, but materials could be better. Engine is responsive and smooth. Ride, even in the third row is comfortable. My kids love the DVD player. My wife and I love the ease of entry and exit. Despite my ego issues with driving a van and having had the opportunity to dump out of it early and go back to a cheaper SUV, I just couldnt do it. Dealer service has been excellent in dealing with the transmission problem and the noise issues. All have been fixed. Hopefully I wont have any more issues to deal with, just gas and tires.

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  Long Term Review - 2008 Honda Odyssey
  By Rich - September 16 - 9:24 pm

  The Odyssey bought new in 08 has 27K. I posted previous reviews. Additional comments to previous posts are the brake feel could be improved. Mileage improved to 30 mpg on several trips using 91 octane, non ethanol gas, speed 60 -65 mph. 28MPG has been seen many times. In the suburbs mileage is 21 - 23, Keep acceleration RPM at 2000 vs jack rabbit starts. The van has had no repairs except for a minor issue with the glove compartment door becoming misaligned due to a screw.

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  Poor Tranny - 2008 Honda Odyssey
  By JR - August 25 - 3:47 am

  Have had nothing but problems with the transmission.

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  Honda 2008 Odyssey Ex-L RES & NAV - 2008 Honda Odyssey
  By mbickles - August 13 - 7:46 pm

  We have had the van for close to a month now and it is everything we expected. The navigation system is not the best, but the screen that comes with it makes everything else easier to read/see. The navigation itself is always giving us the "easiest route" not the most economical one. The leather interior is so worth it and the speaker system is just fine. We paid $31,800 total (plus the 6% Indiana sales tax) and used an internet quote to get the price down to where we were happy. The gas mileage was the biggest negative, but we get about 17/21

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  O8 Odyssey Touring - 2008 Honda Odyssey
  By jojobird - August 3 - 12:41 pm

  Vehicle is average with utility in mind. This could be an excellent basic transportation were it not for tire and drivetrain vibration, road noise and Hondas denial and refusal to fix problems. This is not a luxury vehicle even though it is priced as one. Not refined, just good basic transportation. There are better choices.

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  Satisfied... - 2008 Honda Odyssey
  By Ben - August 1 - 3:38 am

  Since we needed more space, I traded our Acura RDX and it was well worth it. The RDX was fun but it lacked cargo space and ran only on premium gas which was expensive. I chose the Odyssey because it is rated overall the top mini van in its class. Its able to hold a baby seat, infant seat, two strollers, guitar, etc. The seats are very comfortable. Driving feels like youre riding on air.

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  first year review - 2008 Honda Odyssey
  By MK - July 30 - 9:38 am

  First let me start of by saying that I am a huge car guy. Overall the odyssey is a nice minivan. It is a nice ride for a longer road trip or hauling people around, probably the best minivan out there right now, not that there is a very large selection available. On the down side it is far from perfect. First of when you get a car that is $40000+ you should expect better interior materials, especially on the dash. Its all hard plastic, kinda like the pre- 2007 GMs. I have owned infinities before in the same price range and the dashes were much more luxurious. Secondly the seats other then the driver side are not exactly comfortable. The backs stick out to much. The outside mirrors stink

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  Happy so far - 2008 Honda Odyssey
  By Leon - June 19 - 10:02 am

  We drove it from Augusta, Ga. with 14,000 mi. It was smooth and comfortable but so was my 2000 Dodge Minivan with 154,375 mi. Too many toys on the Touring model. Fun to drive: Its a Minivan, how much fun is it driving a Minivan, its not a sports car.

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  Wont buy another Honda!!! - 2008 Honda Odyssey
  By js114 - June 11 - 7:35 am

  I purchased this brand new and at first I did not want a minivan, but Ive found I like the convenience of it. Now I absolutely cant stand it, the passenger side door rattles. At first it sounded like a marble. They took the door apart and wrapped everything, it was gone for a few months, now its a new rattle and now the other door has started. Its bad when your 4 year old says, "mommy my door is rattling again." You cant even turn up the radio to drown it out. Its only a year old and I want to get rid of it. I wish I never got rid of my 4Runner. Dealer says hes never heard of this problem. After reading the reviews, it sounds very common.