Torrance, Calif. - Aug 25
Continuing to set the class benchmark for safety, fuel efficiency, performance,
and sophistication, the award-winning Odyssey minivan enters the new model year
with some additional refinements. For 2007, the Odyssey adds a tilt and telescoping
steering wheel, a center pocket coin holder and a Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS) on all trim levels. Additionally, Nimbus Gray Metallic and Dark Cherry
Pearl have been added as new exterior colors.
"The Odyssey delivers rational attributes like class-leading safety
and versatility," said John Mendel, senior vice president of American
Honda Motor Co., Inc. "But many minivan buyers also want an engaging driving
experience and the Odyssey is the most fun-to-drive minivan around."
The Odyssey has earned a "Best Pick" rating from The Insurance
Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) in it's frontal offset crash test,
and has collected numerous top industry accolades including Consumer Guide's
'2006 Best Buy,' Money magazine '2006 Best Minivan'
and Kelly Blue Book '2006 Best Resale Value,' as well as a top rating
in its class in the U.S. EPA's '2006 Fuel Economy Guide.'
In keeping with Honda's industry-leading "Safety for Everyone"
initiative, all Odyssey models come equipped with a comprehensive list of advanced
safety features including anti-lock brakes; Vehicle Stability Assist™
(VSA®) with traction control; front side airbags with an Occupant Position
Detection System (OPDS); side curtain airbag protection (with rollover sensor)
for all three rows; and dual-stage, dual-threshold driver's and front
passenger's airbags. The Odyssey also incorporates Honda's exclusive
Advanced Compatibility Engineering™ (ACE™) Body Structure that provides
enhanced occupant protection in a frontal collision.
Other advanced technologies available in the 2007 Odyssey include Variable
Cylinder Management™ (VCM™) cylinder deactivation technology that
cuts three of the engine's six cylinders during cruising for improved
fuel economy; Honda's DVD Entertainment System featuring a large 9-inch
video screen, integrated remote control and wireless headphones with Personal
Surround Sound technology; and Honda's Satellite-Linked Navigation System™
with expanded voice recognition capabilities and exclusive features like Zagat
Survey® restaurant guide information.
All Odysseys come equipped with a long list of standard comfort and convenience
features including remote keyless entry, power windows with auto-down driver's
window, dual power mirrors, rear privacy glass, independent front and rear air
conditioning, second row power windows, 60/40 split folding 3rd row Magic Seat,
Maintenance Minder System™, in-floor storage, cruise control and Immobilizer
Theft Deterrent System.