1997
Honda Odyssey

The good & the bad
Safety review
- Frontal driver
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4/5
- Frontal passenger
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4/5
Factory warranties
New car program benefits
Certified Pre-Owned program benefits
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Most recent
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My most prized possession.
My most prized possession. 240,000 miles. Her name is Mona. Grandpa bought it brand new off the lot back in the day. This van has been passed down through the family (atleast 4 different family members used and abused) until my dad took possession. After he passed, Mona sat for almost 3 years, until finally I got the title.- Purchased a New car
- Used for Commuting
- Does recommend this car
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They Don't Make Them Like This Anymore
It's 2023, I recently had my '97 Odyssey LX returned to me after 3 years outdoors in Spokane, WA. It wasn't maintained as I would have maintained it, but it's still running on all four cylinders without a single dash light on. It has 243,000 miles, and I decided to spend $1,500 to replace the rack-and-pinion and other front-end- Purchased a Used car
- Used for Having fun
- Does recommend this car
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Great little van!
Still the most reliable car in the household at 169,000 and 25 years old! Sat through a MN winter and started right up. She’s a gem!- Purchased a Used car
- Used for Having fun
- Does recommend this car
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Best car I ever owned
If I thought it would last this long I would have taken better care of it. Still running great at 418,000 miles. Original motor and transmission.- Purchased a Used car
- Used for Commuting
- Does recommend this car
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Reliable, affordable repairable
Regular maintenance and dealer service have kept this 20 year old car purring. At 267K miles I am still driving this car on cross country trips of 2K miles plus. Comfortable seats, configurable floor space and a very comfortable ride.- Purchased a Used car
- Used for Commuting
- Does recommend this car
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original ownder of a '97
Great all around vehicle if you are the economical type individual. We have 163K on our '97 and still going strong. Car has held together extremely well and we have no plans on replacing this car.- Purchased a New car
- Used for Transporting family
- Does recommend this car
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Solid, runs forever
Very reliable, runs good, low maintenance costs, never had problems with this car, all Hondas peerform well, driving Honda for about 12 years already. That is a great car for a shopping, get to work, take kids for a game etc.- Purchased a Used car
- Does recommend this car
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A work horse
My wife has owned her car for 8 years now and she loves it. She carries things for her business in it, it has more room than any SUV in the market. It is also very comfortable for our family to use. The only thing better than this 1997 model Honda Odyssey is the 2004 model. No other van in the market even comes close. The only- Purchased a Used car
- Does recommend this car
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Most Solid and Reliable vehicle I've owned
With 110000 miles on it, it's still as tight as it was new. Nothing raddles or shakes or buzzes when driven. It even has the original front shock struts and rides great. It has a rear coil spring suspension that when hard cornering, the vehicle kinda squats down and corners much faster than you would believe a minivan could. I've- Purchased a New car
- Does recommend this car
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FAQ
What trim levels are available for the 1997 Honda Odyssey?
The 1997 Honda Odyssey is available in 2 trim levels:
- EX (1 style)
- LX (2 styles)
What is the MPG of the 1997 Honda Odyssey?
The 1997 Honda Odyssey offers up to 21 MPG in city driving and 26 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.
What are some similar vehicles and competitors of the 1997 Honda Odyssey?
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Is the 1997 Honda Odyssey reliable?
The 1997 Honda Odyssey has an average reliability rating of 5.0 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 1997 Honda Odyssey owners.
Is the 1997 Honda Odyssey a good Minivan?
Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 1997 Honda Odyssey. 100.0% of drivers recommend this vehicle.
- Comfort: 4.1
- Interior: 4.2
- Performance: 3.6
- Value: 4.9
- Exterior: 4.2
- Reliability: 5.0
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