DecodedCars2026 Honda Odyssey
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2026 models.
- Class
- Minivan - 2WD
- Body styles
- Minivan
- Engines
- 3.5L 6-cyl
- Horsepower
- 280 hp
- Transmission
- 10-speed automatic
- Drivetrain
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 22 combined · 19 city / 28 hwy
- Length
- 205.1 in
- Curb weight
- 4,548 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 2 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- Lots of standard safety tech5 of 5 key driver aids standard on the versions we checked.
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 22 MPG combined, 17% below the 2026 minivan average of 26.4 MPG.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 4 similar 2026 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2026 Honda Odyssey is a minivan offered with a 3.5L 6-cyl engine and front-wheel drive.
It measures about 205 inches long and 79 inches wide on a 118-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,548 lb.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 22 MPG combined (19 city / 28 highway), 17% worse than the 2026 minivan average of 26.4 MPG, for an estimated $3,050 a year in fuel.
It has 2 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 60 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the engine.
What changed for 2026
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2025 Odyssey — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2025; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2025 Odyssey →
Trims, performance & features
Trims
Safety & driver-assist features
Built in: Lincoln, Alabama
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 4 2026 Odyssey configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minivan | 205.1 in | 78.7 in | 68.1 in | 118.1 in | 66.9 / 67.3 in | 4,548 lb | 55/45 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Odyssey | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S10) | Front-Wheel Drive | 19 / 28 / 22 | -17% | $3,050 | 395 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2026 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2026 Honda Odyssey.
Similar 2026 minivans
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Honda Odyssey (this car) | 22 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2026 Toyota Sienna | 36 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2026 Kia Carnival | 32 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2026 Chrysler Voyager | 22 MPG | Not rated | 4 |
| 2026 Chrysler Pacifica | 30 MPG | Not rated | 5 |
Recalls (2)
Air Bags › Sensor › Occupant Classification › Front Passenger · May 21, 2026
NHTSA campaign 26V332000 · 98,892 vehicles
- Problem
- Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2021, 2023 Acura TLX, 2019-2024 RDX, 2017-2020, 2022-2026 MDX, 2017-2021, 2023, 2025 Honda Ridgeline, 2017-2022 Pilot, 2019-2021 Passport, 2018-2026 Odyssey, 2019-2022 Insight, 2019-2021 HR-V, 2018-2020 Fit, 2020-2022 CR-V Hybrid, 2017-2022 CR-V, 2017-2018, 2021 Civic Type R, 2017-2021 Civic hatchback, 2016-2020 Civic coupe, 2016-2022 Civic, 2017-2022 Accord Hybrid, and 2016-2022 Accord vehicles. The front passenger seat weight sensor may crack and short circuit, which can cause the air bags to deploy unintentionally during a crash.
- Risk
- Air bags that deploy unintentionally during a crash increase the risk of injury.
- Fix
- Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 7, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are BOL, WO9, OOA, WOM, XOH, NOC, POD, BOE, UOF, POB, EOG, AOI, QO8, TOJ, DO7, and SOK. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 24V064. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning May 29, 2026.
Equipment Adaptive/Mobility › Wheelchair Restraints/Securement › Latch/Anchor › · Dec 17, 2025
NHTSA campaign 25V877000 · 1,019 vehicles
- Problem
- Vantage Mobility, LLC (VM) is recalling certain 2021-2026 Honda Odyssey, 2021-2025 Chrysler Pacifica, and Toyota Sienna vehicles equipped with QRT-Deluxe and QRT-Max wheelchair restraints. The retractors may not lock, preventing the wheelchair from being properly secured.
- Risk
- An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit, increasing the risk of injury.
- Fix
- Dealers will inspect and replace the retractors, free of charge. Owner notification letters was mailed January 27, 2026. Owners may contact Vantage Mobility customer service at 1-800-488-9082.
Not every 2026 Honda Odyssey is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Other Odyssey years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 Odyssey | 22 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 Odyssey | 22 | 205.1 in | ★★★★★ | 2 | 442 |
| 2024 Odyssey | 22 | 205.1 in | ★★★★★ | 3 | 123 |
| 2023 Odyssey | 22 | 205.1 in | ★★★★★ | 5 | 105 |
| 2022 Odyssey | 22 | 205.1 in | ★★★★★ | 9 | 141 |
| 2021 Odyssey | 22 | 205.1 in | ★★★★★ | 8 | 147 |
| 2020 Odyssey | 22 | 203.9 in | ★★★★★ | 14 | 491 |
| 2019 Odyssey | 22 | 203.9 in | ★★★★★ | 20 | 997 |
| 2018 Odyssey | 22 | 203.9 in | ★★★★★ | 16 | 1,009 |
| 2017 Odyssey | 22 | 202.8 in | ★★★★★ | 2 | 39 |
| 2016 Odyssey | 22 | 202.8 in | ★★★★★ | 6 | 271 |
| 2015 Odyssey | 22 | 202.8 in | ★★★★★ | 6 | 203 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Honda. How we calculate this →