2027 Honda Odyssey: Versatile Space

2027 Honda Odyssey: A Minivan Designed for Family Life in Baltimore

The 2027 Honda Odyssey is an eight-passenger minivan with sliding doors, adaptable seating, and a V6 engine across all four trims. Its design puts the details of a busy passenger schedule within reach: people can get in and out without a wide door swing, and the cabin can change as the number of riders and amount of cargo change.

For Baltimore shoppers, the practical questions go beyond seat count. Will the doors work in your usual parking space? Can the vehicle carry the people and bags you need without a complicated rearrangement? At Norris Honda, you can compare EX-L, Sport-L, Touring, and Elite around the features you will actually use and the cost of the vehicle you choose.

Interior: Room for Eight, With Options for Your Cargo

Three rows accommodate up to eight people, while the standard Magic Slide® second-row seats include a walk-in feature for third-row access. Remove the center seat and the outboard seats can slide laterally, giving you different ways to position passengers and reach the back row. The second-row seats are removable; they do not fold into the floor.

The one-motion 60/40-split third-row Magic Seat® stows into the rear well. You can lower one side for a longer item while keeping part of the row available, or stow both sides for a larger load. These measurements help distinguish space for passengers from maximum cargo space:

• First-row legroom: 40.9 inches.
• Second-row legroom: 40.9 inches.
• Third-row legroom: 38.1 inches.
• Cargo behind the third row: 32.8 cubic feet standard; up to 38.6 cubic feet depending on configuration.
• Maximum cargo behind the first row: 155.8 cubic feet in EX-L and Sport-L; 155.7 cubic feet in Touring and Elite.

Maximum cargo measurements require the second-row seats to be removed and the third row stowed. For a more useful comparison, bring a stroller, work bag, or the items you regularly carry and check the remaining space with your usual passenger arrangement.

Comfort Without Moving to the Highest Trim

Every Odyssey includes heated front seats, a 12-way power driver’s seat with memory and lumbar adjustment, and an eight-way power front-passenger seat. Tri-zone automatic climate control gives second-row passengers their own controls, while integrated second-row sunshades and beverage holders in all three rows help make the cabin easier to share.

EX-L and Sport-L use HondaTex-trimmed seating. Touring adds leather-trimmed seats, and Elite includes perforated leather, ventilated front seats, and a heated steering wheel. Active Noise Cancellation™ is standard, supporting a cabin where passengers can talk or listen without every trip feeling like a production.

Sliding-Door Access and a Practical Footprint

Power sliding doors are standard on both sides. They travel alongside the body instead of swinging into the neighboring space, an advantage when passengers are getting settled in a crowded lot. A programmable-height power tailgate is included on EX-L, Sport-L, and Touring; Elite adds hands-free access.

The Odyssey is a substantial vehicle, so check the dimensions against your garage and typical parking space:

• Length: 205.2 inches.
• Width: 78.5 inches.
• Height: 69.6 inches.
• EX-L wheels: 18-inch machine-finished alloys.
• Sport-L, Touring, and Elite wheels: 19-inch alloys, with a distinct finish for each trim.

LED headlights and fog lights, heated power side mirrors, a power moonroof, and Smart Entry with Walk Away Auto Lock® are standard. Elite adds power-folding mirrors. During a visit, try backing into a space and opening the sliding doors with another vehicle nearby; the view and access can matter as much as the numbers.

V6 Power for a Full Passenger List

Every 2027 Odyssey pairs a 3.5-liter V6 with a 10-speed automatic transmission. Its 280 horsepower and 262 lb-ft of torque are the same in each trim, so choosing more equipment does not require changing engines. The combination supports everyday acceleration whether you are traveling alone or carrying passengers and luggage.

All models are front-wheel drive. Standard Intelligent Traction Management includes Snow mode, but it is not all-wheel drive. EPA estimates are 19 mpg city, 28 highway, and 22 combined; actual mileage varies. Regular unleaded fuel is recommended for ordinary driving.

How Much Can the Odyssey Tow?

The Odyssey can tow up to 3,500 pounds when equipped with the available Honda accessory towing package, hitch ball, and surge-type or electric trailer brakes. Honda recommends premium unleaded fuel when towing. Before choosing a small trailer, check its loaded weight and the vehicle’s loading limits, not just the empty trailer weight.

Connected Features for the Whole Cabin

Every trim has a 9-inch color touchscreen and a 7-inch TFT instrument meter. Touring and Elite also include a 12.8-inch rear entertainment screen. Together, these displays put driving information in front of the driver and give rear passengers an additional entertainment option on the upper trims.

The infotainment functions worth trying include:

• Wireless Apple CarPlay®: Access supported iPhone apps through the central display.
• Wireless Android Auto™: Bring compatible Android navigation and other supported apps to the touchscreen.
• Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®: Use a compatible paired phone for hands-free calling.
• Bluetooth® streaming audio: Play compatible audio content from a paired device.
• Honda Satellite-Linked Navigation System™: Use built-in navigation with voice recognition on Touring and Elite.

A wireless phone charger and first- and second-row USB-C charging ports are standard. Sport-L adds two third-row USB-C ports; Touring and Elite have three. EX-L, Sport-L, and Touring use a seven-speaker audio system, while Elite upgrades to an 11-speaker, 500-watt system with Multi-Zone Audio.

CabinTalk® is standard for communicating with rear passengers. Touring and Elite add CabinWatch® and an HDMI interface for the rear entertainment system, giving households additional ways to keep the back of the cabin connected.

Driver Assistance for Busy Routes and Parking

Honda Sensing® is standard on all four trims. Blind Spot Information and Cross Traffic Monitor are also included, making useful assistance available without a trim upgrade.

Five features address different situations on the road:

• Collision Mitigation Braking System™ with Advanced Pedestrian Detection: Can provide braking assistance for certain detected frontal collision risks
• Road Departure Mitigation System: Can provide steering or braking assistance in certain detected roadway-departure situations
• Lane Keeping Assist System: Can apply steering assistance when lane markings are identified
• Adaptive Cruise Control with Low-Speed Follow: Helps maintain a selected interval from a detected vehicle under appropriate conditions
• Blind Spot Information and Cross Traffic Monitor: Provide alerts for detected vehicles in monitored areas during lane changes or when backing up

A rearview camera with dynamic guidelines is standard; Touring and Elite add four front and four rear parking sensors. Rear Seat Reminder and three-row side-curtain airbags are also standard. Lower LATCH anchors are located at all second-row positions and the third-row outboard positions, with tether anchors at every second- and third-row position.

See How the Odyssey Fits Your Routine

A worthwhile test drive starts before you leave the parking space. Try the sliding doors, check the sightlines, and see how the third row and cargo well work with the passengers and gear you bring most often. Compare the upper-trim features against the standard equipment to decide what earns a place on your list.

Ask Norris Honda about current 2027 Odyssey availability and schedule a test drive. Review the vehicle price, taxes, fees, trade-in, and financing or lease terms together so the decision reflects the full cost—not just a monthly payment.

Disclaimer: This content was drafted with AI assistance for initial drafting, reviewed by a subject-matter expert for accuracy, and edited by our team of writers and editors.

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* All fuel economy mpg listings in the content above are EPA estimates. Actual mileage will vary.

** Government 5-Star Safety Ratings are part of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's New Car Assessment Program (NHTSA.gov)