The big powertrain news is the previously optional six-speed automatic is now standard across the lineup, replacing the five-speed unit. Fuel economy jumps from 18/27 mpg city/highway with the five-speed to 19/28 mpg with the six-speed; the bump puts it at the head of the minivan class.
Outside, the Odyssey gets a restyled hood, front bumper, grille and fenders; in back there’s new LED-enhanced taillights. Inside, new fabric and trim along with revised center stack and gauge layouts highlight cabin changes. Newly standard features include Bluetooth phone and audio streaming, a four-way power passenger seat, an expanded view driver’s mirror, Pandora internet radio interface and text message reading functionality.
Five trim levels return for 2014: the base LX model, EX, EX-L, Touring and Touring Elite. A DVD rear entertainment system and navigation system with voice recognition are available on EX-L models and above.
News Editor Jennifer Geiger joined the automotive industry in 2003, much to the delight of her Corvette-obsessed dad. Jennifer is an expert reviewer, certified car-seat technician and mom of three. She wears a lot of hats — many of them while driving a minivan.