Overview & Reviews

The engine is upgraded to a more sophisticated 2.3-liter, good for an extra 10 horsepower and seven pound-feet of torque. New looks up front come from a revised bumper and grille, and the interior gets dressed in new fabric.

• Stylish, 4-door minivan that drives like a sedan.

• Underpowered engine.

User Reviews:

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  98 Odyssey - 1998 Honda Odyssey
  By Darrell - November 21 - 3:47 pm

  Have driven for 10 years and am very pleased with the service I have gotten from this Honda.

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  Wish theyd still import it - 1998 Honda Odyssey
  By Honda/Toyota Owner - September 19 - 10:55 pm

  We love this little minivan. We bought it to replace or beloved 1996 Odyssey that was stolen last year. The 1998 with the VTEC is even more zippy than previous years. This is the most car-like of minivans. It s basically a large Accord with more comfortable seating and better visibility. The newer Odysseys simply dont feel as agile as these smaller Japanese vans. Although they have more room and more power. Our 2003 Element with its similar weight and power seems less zippy, gets slightly lower gas mileage, seats less and has significantly worse visibility. I bought it to keep the miles off of the more versatile Odyssey. I wish Honda would still import these.

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  9 Years Old and Going Strong - 1998 Honda Odyssey
  By Elizabeth - April 27 - 7:29 pm

  I love my 1998 Odyssey! Its 9 years old and has never given me any trouble. I currently have 110,000 miles on it, and aside from routine maintenance, I never have a concern. It is boring to drive, but it never pretended to be a sports car. It is very comfortable, and I wish Honda still made them this size. I would buy another one. Sometimes I wish it would die, so I could get something sportier, but then common sense kicks in and I remember what a great investment this vehicle was/is! I hope I can get another 100,000 miles out of it.

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  Love My Van, But 3 Repairs 1 Yr - 1998 Honda Odyssey
  By 98Ody - April 21 - 2:17 pm

  I bought my van last summer. Overall I love it. Its fuel efficient, the interior is comfortable, 2.3L engine gives good acceleration, and the exterior is very practical. I bought the car with 130K miles. I have put 12K miles since purchase. Repairs have included starter motor ($300) and rebuilt transmission ($1500). Also, I am having trouble turning the key in the ignition so I might need new ignition switch ($???) or key replacement ($80). Have you noticed the 2007 Honda FIT has similar body styling? The 1998 Odyssey was definitely way beyond its time.

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  98 Honda Odyssey - 1998 Honda Odyssey
  By kerrykelty - June 28 - 7:24 pm

  Great Gas Mileage Unbelievable cargo space because rear seats fold flat and away Compact Size makes for easy driving and parking in the city Unbelievable repair record Body structure and paint are made so well, it still looks like new Four conventional doors make for easy passenger exit from the back (especially for youngsters who often cannot open the larger sliding doors)

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  Goodbye Honda, I - 1998 Honda Odyssey
  By Chet Bower - August 1 - 2:00 am

  I am getting rid of my Honda Oddesey tommorow not because it was bad because I live in the mountains of Randolph, New Jersey and need AWD. This car was great to me. The car had 104,000 miles on it with no problems. The Honda was pretty fun to drive and took the bumbs better then my 2004 Honda Pilot. The Oddesey and the Accord are the two best Hondas ever.

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  good - 1998 Honda Odyssey
  By Judy Farell - July 7 - 2:00 am

  The Honda Oddesey is a great small mini- van which is a great choice. This mini-van handles excellently and is great in the snow even without AWD.

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  good - 1998 Honda Odyssey
  By Jared Willams - July 7 - 2:00 am

  The Honda Oddesey is a great small mini- van which is a great choice. This mini-van handles excellently and is great in the snow even without AWD.

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  Probably one of the best cars ever made - 1998 Honda Odyssey
  By johnnyVDO - June 20 - 2:00 am

  I bought my Odyssey because it had the highest reliability rating of any vehicle in Consumer Reports and because Ive had good luck in the past with Hondas. After 80,000 miles the car is still tight and nothing has broken. The only time I went to the dealer was to get a front brake job at 50,000 miles. I also went through a set of tires and a battery. Other than maintenance, the car has cost me $0.00 to repair! WOW! I get about 22 mpg around town and the car handles like a sedan with independent suspension and 4 wheel disk brakes. Fantastic car! No wonder the resale value is so high.

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  Solid, reliable, practical - 1998 Honda Odyssey
  By BS-NY - December 30 - 2:00 am

  Is it a sports car? No, its a minivan. And its about as good as they get. The older model -- slightly smaller than the new one introduced in 1999 -- is more car-like in its size, handling, exit/egress and ride than any other minivan youll drive, including the newer Odysseys. Its reliable. Its economical. Its safe. So what if its just a little bit boring?