The 3rd Gen Honda Odyssey is The GOLDilocks of Minivans

Which generation of Odyssey is your favorite? I'd have to say the G5 for myself.
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[tonyt]

I've owned a 2006 EX model since 2009, and it's been very reliable. I'm looking forward to upgrading to a newer model, as soon as the craziness with used car prices comes to an end!
Two years ago, I rented a brand new Toyota Sienna SE and found that the engine in my 160K + miles Odyssey ran a lot smoother. Hondas in general have always payed me back in one form or another. My Odyssey, for example, held its value so well, that on several occasions, my credit union offered to refinance my car loan with the ability to get cash out. I've never experienced this with any other car.

[jakes.]

I’ve watched a lot of reviews on these, and you are by far my favorite!

[H_FKL]

This (3rd gen pre facelift) Odyssey is the best looking minivan off all time. Nothing can change my opinion.

[kcsvantasticvoyages]

I have one and it has taken me on a few really memorable trips, it grows on a person with time. They can actually be fun to own.

[sageoblouk]

Just got a 2007 exl with 144, 000 miles on it for $2800. It's in great condition and I feel like I got a great deal. I'm probably not going to find too many people my age also driving a minivan.

[AlexBAlixir]

Bern. To me you deserve way more subs. You are a very good car reviewer. Clearly you take time to research the vehicles that you review. Your reviews are of substance and enjoyable to watch. Keep it up. Now "stop hot ridding in your mom's minivan" JK 😂 Thanks for taking us on the Honda Odyssey. Looking forward to your next vid

[andyhuang]

Just have new timing belt and water pump and NGK iridium plugs on my 07 Honda Odyssey ! Great car ! 101000 miles !

[wiimaster]

A few things to note:
- VCM (which was only on the EX-L and Touring for the 3rd gen before being made standard for the 4th gen and up) is actually not a good thing. It's known to cause engine problems and so people have installed devices to disable VCM, as it only saves 1-3mpg at best. The VCM engines for the 3rd gens were J35A7 while the non-VCM engines were J35A6.

- There wasn't a real rear badge change. My 06 has it on the left. They did however introduce a new transmission in 07.

- Second row sunshades were standard on all trims

- PAX was only on Tourings and was discontinued in 2009.

[mustasheolll]

I agree it’s one of the few cars with bubble styling that still looks good. These things are pretty.

[midnightmystery]

I was spinning my tires at 30 MPH in a 2018 Odyssey.... These cars are nothing more than big fat Accord V6's, which are basically Acura TL's...

[CharlietoKind]

Grew up with 03 ody thought it was best thing ever . When it got totaled we got a 07. Never really liked how much bulkier it looked but it really grew and is super refined compared to 2nd Gen

[suzatlarge]

Your mom's car is impeccably clean! Great review!

[michaelayearout]

me and GF have a 09 in silver exl we love it!!!

[CRAPO]

I agree the Odysseys steering makes you forget its size. Honda knows how how to do FWD handling. It is also surprisingly stable at speed i take they learned alot from their old partnership with Rover (here in usa probably no one remembers the Sterling brand haha)

[kewlbean]

Great video Bern. They just keep getting better and better.

[nickdewey]

The 2005-10 Odyssey Touring w/Pax does have a spare tire. It's behind the access panel on the driver side rear quarter. My mom has a 2006 Touring and she has one from factory.

[cedricbrownnn]

i think the 2011 to 2016 is my favorite generation but i have a lot of nostalga with the 3rd gen 2005 to 2010

[monkmodemalik]

You should sand the headlights to make them pop and get rid of the yellow hue

[Nemo-ynsp]

Thank you. I'm considering a 2008 with 188K miles on it.

[BernonCars]

Thanks to my mom for letting me steal her van for the day lol