Amongst the blink-and-you’ll-miss-it changes to the Honda Odyssey minivan for the 2025 model year are the same vertical reflectors used on the second-generation Acura NSX supercar, a detail which proves someone in the purchasing department bought too many of the things when the NSX was in production.
Beyond that notable pub trivia detail, the ’25 Odyssey features reshaped front and rear fascias, along with a new grille. A raft of new wheel designs are available for anyone really paying attention, though the addition of a color called Smoke Blue Pearl is another vote of confidence for hues not on the grayscale. While not specifically called out, we presume Smoke Blue replaces Obsidian Blue on the Odyssey’s color chart. More pub trivia for ya.
Inside the van, Honda has swapped out the gauge cluster for a 7.0-inch digital display that can show a tachometer, but an analog speedometer is retained in the binnacle as well. Every trim of the 2025 Odyssey gets a 9.0-inch color infotainment touchscreen, hardly the largest in its segment, though it is packed with wireless smartphone mirroring and is one inch larger than last year.
All trims also get a wireless device charger (good) and more USB-C ports than last year, so rear seat urchins shouldn’t be complaining about having a place to plug in. Catering to are-we-there-yet families, the rear entertainment screen is now 12.8 inches on the diagonal, and its HDMI port is moved to a more convenient location to banish the draping of cords around the cabin.
But the most notable change is the elimination of the base EX trim, leaving the EX-L as the van’s entry point, which now stands at $43,315 including destination. That’s a decent walk from the least expensive Odyssey in 2024, which was the aforementioned EX priced at $39,635 including destination.
Like for like, the Sport rises $810 to $44,465, the Touring jumps $1,110 to $48,005, and the top-rung Elite increases by $510 to $52,275 (all prices including destination, which remains at $1,395). Spending more does not net more power, since every trim gets the 280-horsepower V6 engine mated to a 10-speed automatic transmission.
Honda says the 2025 Odyssey should be in dealerships before the youngsters return to school in September. With these updates, Honda aims to keep the Odyssey competitive in a segment that values practicality, comfort, and the latest tech features. The slight increase in price reflects the addition of new technology and features that enhance the overall driving and passenger experience, justifying the cost for many families in the market for a reliable and well-equipped minivan.
Overall, these changes might seem minor on the surface, but they represent Honda’s continuous effort to refine and improve one of their best-selling family vehicles. The 2025 Odyssey combines practicality with modern conveniences, ensuring it remains a strong contender in the minivan market.
