New Odyssey Concept!!

[bizzybear]

Official Honda link: http://automobiles.honda.com/future-cars/




more images... http://www.vtec.net/articles/view-ar...icle_id=880300
& http://www.vtec.net/articles/view-ar...icle_id=880190

Originally Posted by TOV vtec.net

The next-generation Odyssey adds sleek styling, new functionality and higher fuel economy to best-selling minivan

CHICAGO, Feb. 10, 2010 – The Honda Odyssey Concept, on display at the Chicago Auto Show, introduces a sleek and distinctive exterior styling direction for the next generation of the industry’s best-selling minivan, set to debut this fall, American Honda Motor Co., Inc., announced today.

The Odyssey Concept dramatically departs from conventional minivan styling with its low and wide stance, highlighted by a “lightning-bolt” beltline that further distinguishes the vehicle’s profile. Compared to the current Odyssey, the Concept’s slightly lower roofline (-1.0 inch) and wider stance (+1.4 inch) contribute to a sleeker, stronger and more dynamic presence with improved aerodynamics that help increase fuel economy. Forthcoming improvements to the production Odyssey’s interior are designed to further enhance the current model’s accommodating space for people and cargo.

“The Odyssey established its reputation by providing families with what they most want in a minivan – great functionality, an emphasis on safety and good fuel economy,” said Vicki Poponi, assistant vice president of American Honda product planning. “Odyssey then further delighted customers with its surprisingly engaging, fun-to-drive and dynamic nature. The next-generation Odyssey promises to take these strengths to a higher level while adding more style and personality.”

The steeply raked front and rear roof pillars, unique side-glass profile, chamfered roof line, and tapered rear cabin shape combine to create a dynamic and distinctive appearance from any perspective. The lightning-bolt beltline dives toward the rear of the vehicle emphasizing the new Odyssey’s sporty appearance while enhancing outward visibility for third-row passengers. Aggressive body-to-wheel proportions reduce the perception of vertical height common to most minivan designs. Fender flares further accent the vehicle’s securely planted and stylish persona. The concept vehicle’s projector beam headlights, LED taillights and form-fit fog lights further heighten the sophisticated quality of the design.

Enhanced aerodynamics and advanced powertrain technologies will contribute to the next-generation Odyssey’s increased fuel efficiency. The all-new 2011 Odyssey is expected to achieve an EPA-estimated fuel economy rating1 of 19 city/28 highway miles-per gallon on select models (preliminary estimate determined by Honda).

Currently in its third generation, the Odyssey's unique array of features, including its superior driving dynamics, 3rd-Row Magic Seat® and efficient i-VTEC™ V-6 engine with three-mode Variable Cylinder Management™ (available) all combine to offer a sophisticated environment with room for up to eight people (seven on Odyssey LX). The Odyssey has been America’s best-selling minivan2 since 2008 and is produced exclusively in Alabama by Honda Manufacturing of Alabama (using domestic and globally sourced parts). Both the concept and production vehicles, along with all development activity for the 2011 Odyssey, are being designed at Honda R&D Americas in Torrance, California, and Raymond, Ohio.

The Odyssey has won numerous awards and critical acclaim. Recent accolades include the Edmunds.com 2010 “Top Recommended” minivan award, U.S. News and World Report 2010 “Best Minivan for the Money” award, Automotive Lease Guide 2010 “Best Minivan for the Money,” the Kelley Blue Book award as one of the ten "Best New Family Vehicles of 2009" and "2009 Best Resale Value Award" in the van category, which recognizes vehicles that are expected to have segment-leading resale value after five years of ownership.

Odyssey Concept Basic Dimensions

Length (inches) 202.8
Width (inches) 78.5
Height (inches) 68.3
Wheelbase (inches) 118.1

Thoughts??

[rd118403]

Looks like it will be nice!

2011 seems like it will be a big year for Honda with a new Odyssey, All-New CR-Z, and (assuming Honda's standard 5 year cycle) a new Civic Lineup.. Still waiting to hear about a new Civic, but I'm sure we can expect great things.

[SpoonCrz]

I like it...finally some style to something that is boring.

Planning of having kids in the near future, this might actually work.

[bizzybear]

updated the first post with the videos and fixed the pictures...

[MikeCR-Z]

Move over Jetsons, the Odyssey is the minivan of the future!

[GoHuskies]

I like the fact the fuel economy could be on par or even beat the Sienna 4-cyl!

[bizzybear]

some spy shots of the new Odyssey...




link to more Spy Photos: 2011 Honda Odyssey Caught Testing in the Desert

[dorifuto.boi]

im really disappointed at the minivan market in america. why ? well lets look at the design:

america: look up

japan:


lets try the previous generation too shall we ?

[bizzybear]

i agree... but that is the Mugen version of the van... not the actual production version... they get very similar to what we get here in the US... all those Mugen parts can be bought and added to the van...

[bizzybear]

some more spy shots added on Temple of VTEC Rumors and News - New 2011 Odyssey Spyshots

2011 Honda Odyssey

We've seen the concept at the 2010 Chicago Auto Show, but now one of our readers caught an early pre-production model with his iPhone camera. In order to protect our location in hopes of getting better photos, we're keeping the location secret – but the pictures were snapped here in the U.S.

As you can see, Honda is keeping the production version very close to the concept – so there is no question as to what the photographs are. The new Odyssey was engineered and designed in the U.S., and will be built in Alabama.

Watch for the new Odyssey to debut this coming fall.

Brenda Priddy & Company