Friday, November 15, 2013

KLIMS 2013- The 2014 Honda Odyssey launched in Malaysia

Honda has pulled out all stops to make its participation at the KL motor Show 2013 a success. They have decided to launch the 5th generation Honda Odyssey two week after it was released over in Japan. This is one of the quickest automotive launches that has hit Malaysia in my opinion. The launch was officiated by Honda Malaysia Managing Director and CEO, Mr. Yoichiro Ueno, who must have been the force behind Honda's impressive participation at KLIMS13 - They have the Honda EV-STER concept car, the Honda CR-Z Mugen RR, the Honda Accord Plug-in Hybrid as well as the car mentioned above to name a few.

The 2014 Odyssey is powered by the newly developed 2.4L DOHC i-VTEC (175PS and 225NM) Earth Dreams Technology engine and Continuous Variable Transmission (CVT). The All-New Odyssey features a newly developed “Ultra-Low Floor Platform”, which creates a spacious cabin equivalent to large-class MPV. Oh, it has the usual ECO functions that most Hondas have these days.


The 2014 Honda Odyssey comes in two specs – the 2.4L EX and the 2.4L EXV. The higher spec EXV gets Smart Entry with Push Start Button It also offers something called the Premium Captain Cradle Seats with Ottoman and Honda’s first 3-step reclining type seats in its second row, occupants in the All-New Odyssey can enjoy modern comfort akin to a luxury hotel suite. More specs are in the press release below.

The first thing that strikes you about this all new Odyssey is that the MPV is now very much a normal looking MPV quite similar to the Toyota Estima in some aspects. It looses its super wagon looks and is now tall and more van-like. It is bound to gain more customers and the pricing for Peninsular Malaysia is pretty competitive for a CBU vehicle – an OTR price with insurance of RM228,000 for the 2.0L EV and RM248,000 for the 2.4L EXV. This undercuts the recently launched Toyota Estima.

Expect to see more of the Honda Odyssey on our shores soon. Is that a good thing? I suppose if you aren't a bacholar, aren't James Bond and is someone who is married with a squadron of kids then it is.







Official Press Release
THE ALL-NEW ODYSSEY IS A COMPLETE PACKAGE OF
PREMIUM QUALITY
The All-New Odyssey ups the level of design, performance, space and comfort as well
as safety.
Powered by newly developed Earth Dreams Technology and Continuous Variable
Transmission (CVT) for dynamic acceleration and excellent fuel efficiency.
The All-New Odyssey comes with authorised Honda warranty and After-Sales support
and service.
Kuala Lumpur, 14 November 2013 – Two weeks after it was released in Japan, the 5th
Generation Odyssey is on Malaysia shores! This premium upper Multi Purpose Vehicle
(MPV) caters to the Malaysian market demands with its distinctive and striking design,
outstanding performance, superior space and comfort, excellent fuel-efficiency, as well as
advanced safety and security features. The Odyssey was first introduced to the world in
1994 and in Malaysia in 2002.
Speaking at the launch event at the Kuala Lumpur International Motor Show (KLIMS) 2013,
Honda Malaysia Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Yoichiro Ueno, said,
Staying true to our promise to bring Joy to our customers, the All-New Odyssey will be able
to provide a complete package to the upper MPV market. Building on its original design
concept, the All-New Odyssey offers an unprecedented level of premium quality; combining
roomy and refined comfort for occupants in all 3 rows with an exceptional smooth ride.”
The All-New Odyssey is powered by the newly developed 2.4L DOHC i-VTEC (175PS and
225NM) Earth Dreams Technology engine and Continuous Variable Transmission (CVT).
The All-New Odyssey gives dynamic acceleration at start, top in class fuel economy and
exceptionally clean emission for driving through city roads and on highways. This powertrain
offers even better output, torque and fuel efficiency than the engine of the previous model.
Further encouraging economical fuel consumption driving, the ECON mode and coaching
function are now part of the features present in the All-New Odyssey. The ECON mode
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ensures fuel-efficient driving with cooperative control while the coaching functions changes
colour from white to green indicating economical driving.
Exterior looks of the All-New Odyssey combines power with refinement. The large opening
of the front grille hints at its high performance, while the grille shape with chrome-like finish
makes a commanding appearance. The solid streamlined presence of the All-New Odyssey
gives it an advanced silhouette and emotional appeal.
The All-New Odyssey features a newly developed “Ultra-Low Floor Platform”, which creates
a spacious cabin equivalent to large-class MPV. The ceiling is higher and the floor is lower
and hence, the interior space is much roomier thanks to this platform. With the low centre of
gravity and enhanced suspension, this new platform also delivers exhilarating and stable
handling while giving a smooth ride. Occupants are greeted by a stylish and classy interior
as they step in via the power sliding doors.
The Smart Entry with Push Start Button makes entering the All-New Odyssey EXV a breeze
and starts the engine with just one push of the ignition button. Driving and maneuvering the
All-New Odyssey is extremely easy in relation to its generous body size. Turning radius is
increased and the turn circle is at 5.4m. The pillars are adjusted, giving this premium MPV a
slender impression, maximised glass surface and enhanced visibility.
Offering Honda’s first Premium Captain Cradle Seats with Ottoman and Honda’s first 3-step
reclining type seats in its second row, occupants in the All-New Odyssey can enjoy modern
comfort akin to a luxury hotel suite. There is also extra foot room for the second row
occupants courtesy of its flat rear floor. Providing heightened luxurious comfort to both driver
and passengers, the All-New Odyssey EXV is equipped with leather seats.
A rear climate control switch is located at a position where operation from second and third
row seats is made easy. All the seats in the All-New Odyssey are designed for full comfort
for all 7 occupants to enjoy the interior roominess of the premium MPV.
Trunk space is another feature that stands out in the All-New Odyssey. The enhanced space
makes it possible to fit suitcases without any compromise in comfort for all seven
passengers. The flexible seat configuration further optimises capacity; the magical storage
mechanism of the third row increases trunk space with just a pull of the lever. Getting in and
out of the All-New Odyssey is made very easy by the low floor and rear door steps.
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Supporting a comfortable drive with the intuitive operation panel and the latest interface, the
All-New Odyssey comes with electrostatic touch type display audio, which can be
cooperated with a smart phone. The users can operate the smartphone by the audio display,
or even transmit pictures or music data from their smartphone to the audio display, and play
their favourite music through the MPV’s speakers.
The All-New Odyssey comes with advanced safety features to offer the driver, peace of
mind. Its Advanced Compatibility Engineering (ACE) body structure meets both selfprotection
and damage reduction to other drivers. The All-New Odyssey is equipped with 6-
Airbags that consist of Dual Front i-SRS Airbags and i-SRS Side Airbags in the first row and
Side Curtain Airbags up until the third row seats. This upper MPV prioritises safety for
everyone with G-Force Control (G-CON).
The All-New Odyssey EXV also offers another Honda’s first in safety while driving - Blind
Spot Information with Cross Traffic Monitor (CTA). The Blind Spot Information alerts the
driver with a beeping sound should he/she not be aware of a vehicle that is in the blind spot
when he/she wants to turn. The CTA gives off a warning whistle when a collision with a
cross-approaching vehicle is predicted while backing up the MPV.
The high grade variant also comes with multi view camera system that displays multiple
wide angles which provides assistance on narrow roads and intersection with limited visibility
for further awareness of surrounding and even safer drive. Parking the All-New Odyssey
EXV is also a breeze with the Smart Parking Assist System which automatically detects the
parking limiting line and guides the All-New Odyssey into the parking spot.
The All-New Odyssey is offered in two variants, the high grade EXV and the standard grade
EX. The All-New Odyssey is available in 4 colours of White Orchid Pearl, Super Platinum
Metallic, Crystal Black Pearl and the Glamorous Mauve Pearl.
Backed by the Honda brand, and wide network of 70 Honda dealerships nationwide, the All-
New Odyssey comes with a 5-year warranty with unlimited mileage and a service interval of
10,000 km to provide the best ownership experience. In addition, the All-New Odyssey
owners are entitled to six times free labour services alternating with paid services.
The All-New Odyssey provides a complete package of premium quality to offer an unrivalled
choice for Malaysians who look for safety, luxury and spaciousness in a MPV.
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For more information on the All-New Odyssey, please visit a Honda showroom or call

Honda’s Toll Free number at 1-800-88-2020, or log on to www.honda.com.my.

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