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

Over the years, the Honda Odyssey has changed the way people think about people movers. It's respected. It's loved. It's (dare we say it?) cool. So you may wonder how we could make it better. The Odyssey Concept, just unveiled at the Chicago Auto Show, begins to answer the question.

The Honda Odyssey Concept, introduces a sleek and distinctive exterior styling direction for the next generation of the industry's best-selling minivan, set to debut this fall. With a lower roofline and wider stance, this Odyssey is more stylish than ever. Its newfound sleekness is also a hint that the next Odyssey will be even more fun-to-drive, as well as more fuel-efficient. And current Odyssey lovers can rest assured that everything else they expect from an Odyssey-from functionality to sophistication to comfort, has been taken to higher levels.

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.

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 minivan since 20082 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 an 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.

1-Preliminary EPA mileage estimates determined by Honda. Final EPA mileage estimates not available at the time of printing. Use for comparison purposes only. Your actual mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle.
2-Based on Odyssey calendar-year sales of 135,493 for 2008 and 100,133 for 2009.

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