The 2014 Honda Odyssey is Named Van of the Year By Auto123.com

Dec. 17, 2013 - PRLog -- Auto123.com recently selected the 2014 Honda Odyssey (http://www.sunvalleyhonda.ca/models/2014-honda-odyssey/) as its “Van of the Year.” For the fifth year, a panel of 10 judges comprised of journalists evaluated a wide range of vehicles in 20 categories, and the Odyssey was recognized for its convenience, safety, and efficiency.

For this model year, the Odyssey is equipped with a standard 6-speed automatic transmission. It has also received upgrades in areas such as styling, safety, and user-friendly electronic controls. For the first time, Honda is offering the brand-new HondaVac, which is an innovative built-in vacuum. This feature is standard on the Touring trim.

In addition to being recognized by Auto123.com, the 2014 Honda Odyssey has also caught the attention of several other industry experts. The vehicle was the first minivan to earn the designation of Top Safety Pick+ from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS).

The base model LX comes outfitted with a 3.5L, 24-valve, SOHC, i-VTEC V6 engine that provides 248 hp and 250 lb-ft of torque. Paired with the 6-speed automatic transmission, the Odyssey earns fuel economy estimates of 10.9L/100 km in the city, 7.1L/100 km on the highway, and a combined 9.2L/100 km.

The 2014 Odyssey also features some of the latest technology features. Drivers can enjoy their favorite music with Bluetooth Streaming Audio. Occupants can connect their portable music devices with an MP3/auxiliary input jack or USB audio interface. An 8” i-MID (intelligent Multi-Information Display) TFT display is standard on all trim levels.

For added convenience, the newest Odyssey has a rearview camera to make parking and backing up both easier and safer. Steering wheel-mounted cruise control, a tilt and telescopic steering column, and one-touch turn signals are just a few of this vehicle’s other premium amenities.

For more information about the 2014 Honda Odyssey or to schedule a test drive, contact Sun Valley Honda (http://www.sunvalleyhonda.ca/contact-us/) in Medicine Hat at (403) 526-0626. As a premier Honda dealership in Alberta, Sun Valley Honda serves Medicine Hat and its surrounding communities from its location at 16 Strachan Court SE.