2018 Honda Odyssey Elite Car Review

It has a vacuum cleaner, high-speed internet and seating for up to eight. It’s not an apartment, it’s the new Honda Odyssey van. Tom Voelk drives the top-shelf Elite model and enjoys an episode of Arthur too.


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Tom Voelk is an award-winning automotive contributor to The New York Times. His podcast was the first to win an Emmy Award. He also married way out of his league. Now, stop reading this promotional copy bragging about Tom's photography and editing skills and watch a couple episodes. It's much more interesting.

[jamespatrick]

I love the evil twin, it gives a playful dash to a very professional and serious review, both entertaining and informative, as always!

[jasonalpheaus]

Your reviews are by far my favorite. Keep up the good work

[klokcotizao]

I'm just starting to learn english and I get so excited when I see the notifications of your channel, I can undestand all your jokes, and your pronunciation is pretty clear too.. Keep working like this...

[hugh-johnfleming]

My wife drives a '14. It is a super car for anything. We still take my old Bentley for longer trips but I like driving that van any old time.

[RyanRusich]

With all the SUVs I've compared throughout the years, the Odyssey puts them all to shame in terms of family practicality and practicality in general. Period. Good review....again. Your comment about conspicuous consumption was well received. We currently own a Toyota Highlander and I can give you plenty of examples of friends and family asking me questions about our "van".

[TheHelghast]

I absolutely love these humor filled, straightforward, and authentic feeling reviews, there's simply no one out there who does them better! Thank you Tom!

[kingscourt]

I currently have the previous generation Odyssey, and I'm glad to see that they corrected one of my complaints. In my van, the middle bucket seats lose their armrest when the center seat is taken out. The new middle row seats have built-in armrests on each side, which I appreciate.

[subarume]

I used to have an SUV but trying to get little kids in the back is a pain. Also the lack of space Tom mentions in the pilot was my other gripe. What good were all those seats when you couldn't bring anything with you. Vans may have a negative image but I'm positive I'm happy.

[CLMDADE]

I own a 06 odyssey and love it, wish I could afford to upgrade..I'll will drive it til it dies..

[willtauch]

Good review. I juat picked up a 2018 elite last night.

[limpunsing]

It's the best choice in the minivan market, it has the best record on safety & reliability

[tominator]

Great review... Im strongly considering getting one

[groundfloor]

Special props for the script on this one!

[EDHBlvd]

1:57 funny seeing real driver in reflection. His face says it all.

[jamescalderon]

I have had my 2018 Odyssey for less than a month and it has been in the shop for half the time. It has had radio problems since the day we got it. Honda tech support is working with my dealership to figure out the problem and after changing out the tuner for a new one with updated software, still broken. According to my service person, my Odyssey is not the only one having this problem.

[Pikminiman]

If I ever have three or more children, getting an Odyssey will be a priority for me. Until then, I'm still a sedan person at heart. Crossovers don't make sense to me, except when the owner has real environmental need for AWD. And even then, the Sienna has AWD. If you want utility, minivans win every time. And you can't even make the sportiness argument, since that acceleration clip in this video is impressive. All that, plus a minivan will be easier to park than an SUV.

[CalvinHikes]

I'd buy this Honda in a second if it had all wheel drive and a little more ground clearance.

[skirmich]

Ironically... Crossovers are getting smaller more SPORT oriented??
While Mini-Vans are getting SUV Size like...

[Aliakbar.m]

I really enjoy watching your videos, Good job!

[simonsmith]

Tom, another great review. Keep it up as your reviews are the best for the average buyer / family out there.