GRANDVILLE, Mich.––The Honda Odyssey is well known as a reliable family van that can tote a crowd along, well, an odyssey (a long journey full of adventures). Not much about the design of vans has been changed across the years, but the list of features always seems to be extensive and growing with each new model. At North American International Auto Show earlier last week Honda revealed the 2018 Honda Odyssey. To put it simply, the ultimate family vehicle has gotten a technology upgrade!
The newest Honda minivan is set to launch at dealerships nationwide this spring! With the new design and new family-friendly features, we think Honda will achieve its 8th year of producing and selling the most popular minivan among American car buyers, especially with the new class-exclusive connectivity and technology features.
"This new Odyssey raises the stakes for family-friendly packaging, performance and technology in the minivan segment," said John Mendel, Executive Vice President of American Honda Motor Co., Inc. "In all aspects of its design, the new Odyssey is made to keep every member of the family happy, no matter the seating position, no matter the destination."
The newest Honda minivan is set to launch at dealerships nationwide this spring! With the new design and new family-friendly features, we think Honda will achieve its 8th year of producing and selling the most popular minivan among American car buyers, especially with the new class-exclusive connectivity and technology features.
"This new Odyssey raises the stakes for family-friendly packaging, performance and technology in the minivan segment," said John Mendel, Executive Vice President of American Honda Motor Co., Inc. "In all aspects of its design, the new Odyssey is made to keep every member of the family happy, no matter the seating position, no matter the destination."
New Technology in the Van
Think back to all those times you were in a minivan where the driver or front-seat passenger had to scream to reach the ears in the back (i.e. "I'll turn this van around and take you home if you two don't stop fighting!"). With the new CabinTalk technology, featuring speakers throughout the vehicle and integrated into the rear entertainment system headphones, a driver will have no worries about their voice being heard. New feature, CabinWatch, will allow the driver or front passenger to keep an eye on the two back-seat rows during the day and night hours on the new 8" display screen at the front of the cabin.
Now imagine all those road trips in a minivan where you had to wonder "are we there yet?" or "what am I supposed to do for the next few hours?". Passengers need no longer worry. The Connected Rear Entertainment System comes with an app to track the trip's progress, and the ceiling mounted 10.2" screen allows back-seaters to enjoy PBS Kids, iHeart Radio, Spotify, and more. Not to mention the Social Play List (part of CabinControl) allows up to seven passengers to upload their music choice to the system so everyone can have a say in what music gets played.
Drivers and front-seat passengers will be happy to find Apple CarPlay and Android Auto access through the 8" display screen and a traditional volume knob (those currently without one can relate to this upgrade). All over the vehicle, you'll find upgrades to technology that can benefit your entire driving experience like automatic climate control, wireless device charging, multi-zone audio, HD radio compatibility, AND the coveted in-vehicle vacuum!
Drivers and front-seat passengers will be happy to find Apple CarPlay and Android Auto access through the 8" display screen and a traditional volume knob (those currently without one can relate to this upgrade). All over the vehicle, you'll find upgrades to technology that can benefit your entire driving experience like automatic climate control, wireless device charging, multi-zone audio, HD radio compatibility, AND the coveted in-vehicle vacuum!
There are so many more features we have yet to cover including in the new 2018 Honda Odyssey! You can check out the Odyssey at NAIAS through the end of the weekend, January 22nd. If you're not able to make it, stay tuned to our Facebook page and blog for more information on the ultimate family vehicle - the 2018 Odyssey van. At RiverTown Honda, we're proud to offer some of America's favorite and best-selling vehicles like the North American Truck of the Year, the 2017 Honda Ridgeline. Let us help you find the perfect vehicle for your budget and needs.
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