![]() As always, hit the Subscribe button below to see all of our latest videos. I'll be talking about the high level stuff, but I'm probably not the best reviewer for the real world usability stuff, which is why we're bringing in Mike, our vehicle testing operations manager and parent of two. We're going to get into what's cool, what's new, and what needs improvement over the course of this video. And it's joined today by the Honda Odyssey, which also gets some updates for 2021. One of the latest minivans to get a full redesign is that, over my shoulder, the all-new 2021 Toyota Sienna. MARK TAKASHASHI: Minivans- whether you love them or hate them, there's no denying that they're some of the best vehicles for transporting the family and all of their stuff. ![]() ![]() Sound-reducing front and rear window glass.The range-topping Elite is fully equipped with: Front and rear parking sensors (alert you to obstacles that may not be visible behind or in front of the vehicle when parking).CabinWatch rear-cabin camera monitoring system.Rear-seat entertainment system with wireless headphones.The Touring model ups the feature content significantly, with additions that include: Additional adjustments for front passenger seat, including lumbar.Upgrades on the midtier EX-L model include: Rear cross-traffic alert (warns you if a vehicle behind you is about to cross your vehicle's path while in reverse).Blind-spot monitor (alerts you if a vehicle in the next lane over is in your blind spot).Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility.Dynamic guidelines for the rearview camera.Adaptive cruise control (maintains a driver-set distance between the Honda and the car in front).Lane departure mitigation (warns you of a lane departure when a turn signal isn't used and can automatically steer to maintain lane position).Forward collision mitigation (warns you of an impending collision and applies the brakes in certain scenarios).Rear-seat reminder (alerts you as a reminder to check the rear seats for occupants when you park the car).Now you can say "Stop touching your sister!" without having to turn your head around to shout it. A microphone picks up your voice and broadcasts it to the rear of the van via the speakers or through the rear entertainment system's headsets. The available cabin intercom also lets you bypass the low-level road noise. Honda deserves credit for its noise-reduction efforts, and the Odyssey is the quietest minivan in the segment by our measurements. But generally speaking, there aren't many bumps the Honda can't absorb with ease. Our Odyssey Elite's 19-inch wheels likely gave it a firmer ride than the smaller available wheel options (smaller wheels mean more absorbent tire sidewalls). Third-row legroom is limited, but two grown-ups can survive back there for shorter distances. The second-row seats are equally suited for kids or adults. The front seats are great for logging miles on extended drives. How comfortable is the Odyssey? The Odyssey is slightly ahead of its peers in yet another area.
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