Honda Odyssey (1st generation)
The car-like minivan that launched a Japanese revolution with four hinged doors and a disappearing third row.
- Power
- 140 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 10.3 s
- Top speed
- 114 mph
- Est. value
- $2k–$8k
About the Honda Odyssey
Launched in 1994, the first-generation Honda Odyssey was a radical departure from the truck-based minivans of the era. Built on the fifth-generation Accord platform, it featured four conventionally hinged doors and a low floor that allowed it to be manufactured on existing passenger car assembly lines. Its most innovative feature was the 'Magic Seat,' a third-row bench that folded completely flat into the floor—a design later adopted by nearly every competitor. While its 2.2-litre four-cylinder engine was considered underpowered for the North American market, its car-like handling and exceptional reliability made it a massive success in Japan, where it sparked a 'minivan boom.'
Honda Odyssey specs
The Honda Odyssey produces 140 bhp (104 kW) and 197 Nm (145 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 10.3 seconds and has a top speed of 114 mph (183 km/h).
| Make | Honda |
|---|---|
| Model | Odyssey |
| Generation | 1st generation (1st generation) |
| Trim | 2.2 |
| Years | 1994–1998 |
| Body style | Minivan |
| Country | Japan |
| Original price | About $23,000 when new |
| Engine | 2.2-litre inline-four |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 2,156 cc (2.2 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 140 bhp (104 kW) at 5,600 rpm |
| Torque | 197 Nm (145 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 6,200 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 10.3 s |
| Top speed | 114 mph (183 km/h) |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,580 kg (3,483 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 89 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is a Honda Odyssey worth?
A typical Honda Odyssey is estimated to be worth $1,500 – $8,200 (about £1,100 – £6,100).
Its original price when new was about $23,000.
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
Honda Odyssey rarity in CarSpot
The Honda Odyssey is a Common card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 7 out of 100. Everyday cars you can spot on almost any street. A Common card is worth 10 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Honda Odyssey fun facts
- The first-generation Odyssey was marketed in Europe as the Honda Shuttle and was even rebadged as the Isuzu Oasis in North America.
- Because it was based on the Accord, the Odyssey was the only minivan of its time to feature four-wheel double-wishbone suspension.
- By September 1997, it had sold over 300,000 units, becoming Honda's fastest-selling new car at the time, surpassing the Civic's record.
