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2026 vs. 2027 Honda Odyssey: What Changed & Which to Buy

We went line by line through Honda's own pricing and spec releases for both years. Short version: the 2027 is the same van as the 2026, with a $400 higher MSRP on every trim and a different seat material on the EX-L and Sport-L. Below is every difference, and which Odyssey fits the way Georgia families actually use one.

By the Nalley Automotive Research Team · Updated October 22, 2026 · Sources: Honda, IIHS, and the venues named below (full list)

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Honda Odyssey. The 2026 and 2027 share the same exterior design.

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The Short Answer

Should you buy the 2026 or the 2027 Odyssey?

Based on Honda's published data

If you can find the 2026 trim you want, the 2026 is the better value. Both years use the same 280-hp 3.5L V6 and 10-speed automatic, get the same EPA 19 city / 28 highway / 22 combined mpg, and have the same dimensions, cargo space, and Honda Sensing equipment.[Honda 2027 specs] [Honda 2026 specs]

The 2027 costs $400 more at every trim level.[Honda 2027 pricing] On the EX-L and Sport-L, Honda's 2026 spec sheet lists leather-trimmed seats, while the 2027 lists HondaTex-trimmed seats, which Honda describes as synthetic leather.[Honda Info Center] Pick the 2027 if the exact color and trim you want is only available as a 2027, or if you simply want the newest model year for resale paperwork.

Side-by-Side

Spec Showdown

The numbers families ask about most, straight from Honda's spec releases. Gray means identical. Red means it changed.

Spec Showdown
2026 Honda Odyssey2027 Honda Odyssey
Price (changed)EX-L from $42,795 MSRPEX-L from $43,195 MSRP
Engine3.5L V6, 280 hp3.5L V6, 280 hp
Torque262 lb-ft262 lb-ft
Transmission10-speed auto, FWD10-speed auto, FWD
EPA mpg (city/hwy/comb)19 / 28 / 2219 / 28 / 22
Seating8 passengers8 passengers
Cargo behind 3rd row32.8 cu ft32.8 cu ft
Max towing3,500 lbs3,500 lbs
EX-L / Sport-L seats (changed)Leather-trimmedHondaTex (synthetic)

Sources: 2026 Odyssey Specifications & Features (Honda) · 2027 Odyssey Specifications & Features (Honda). Towing requires Honda's accessory towing package and hitch.

Line by Line

Everything that changed from 2026 to 2027

We compared Honda's 2026 and 2027 Odyssey specification releases section by section: powertrain, chassis, Honda Sensing, safety, audio, interior, seating, exterior, and colors. Only the highlighted rows are different.

Everything that changed from 2026 to 2027
Item2026 Odyssey2027 OdysseyStatus
MSRP, every trim (changed)$42,795 – $51,695$43,195 – $52,095+$400
EX-L & Sport-L seat material (changed)Leather-trimmedHondaTex-trimmed (synthetic leather)Changed
Touring / Elite seat materialLeather w/ piping / perforated leather w/ pipingLeather w/ piping / perforated leather w/ pipingSame
Engine & output3.5L V6, 280 hp @ 6,000 rpm, 262 lb-ft3.5L V6, 280 hp @ 6,000 rpm, 262 lb-ftSame
Transmission / drive10-speed automatic, front-wheel drive10-speed automatic, front-wheel driveSame
EPA city / hwy / combined19 / 28 / 22 mpg19 / 28 / 22 mpgSame
Fuel tank / fuel19.5 gal, regular unleaded19.5 gal, regular unleadedSame
Length / height205.2 in / 69.6 in205.2 in / 69.6 inSame
Cargo behind 3rd / 2nd / 1st row32.8 / 86.6 / 140.7 cu ft32.8 / 86.6 / 140.7 cu ftSame
Honda Sensing (all trims)CMBS w/ pedestrian detection, Road Departure Mitigation, Adaptive Cruise w/ Low-Speed Follow, Lane Keeping Assist, Blind Spot Info, Cross Traffic Monitor, Traffic Sign RecognitionSame listSame
Wireless Apple CarPlay / Android AutoStandard, all trimsStandard, all trimsSame
Rear Entertainment (12.8-in), CabinWatch, 115V outletTouring, EliteTouring, EliteSame
Ventilated front seats, heated wheel, hands-free tailgateEliteEliteSame
Wheels by trim18-in (EX-L); 19-in (Sport-L, Touring, Elite)18-in (EX-L); 19-in (Sport-L, Touring, Elite)Same
Exterior colors7 colors (4 standard, 3 premium)Same 7 colorsSame

Sources: Honda 2026 specs · Honda 2027 specs · Honda Info Center (HondaTex). Honda's 2027 Odyssey web page also promotes Google Gemini with wireless Android Auto.[Honda] Gemini runs from the Gemini app on your phone through Android Auto,[Google] and both model years have wireless Android Auto, so we don't count it as a hardware difference.

Trim-by-Trim

2026 vs. 2027 Odyssey pricing

Honda's MSRP by trim for both years. The increase is the same $400 across the lineup.

2026 vs. 2027 Odyssey pricing
Trim2026 MSRP2027 MSRPDifferenceWhat the trim adds
EX-L$42,795$43,195+$4008 seats, power sliding doors and tailgate, heated front seats, tri-zone climate, moonroof, Honda Sensing
Sport-L$43,895$44,295+$40019-in gloss-black wheels, red ambient lighting, two 3rd-row USB-C ports
Touring$47,495$47,895+$40012.8-in Rear Entertainment, CabinWatch, navigation, Wi-Fi hotspot, parking sensors, 3rd-row sunshades, 115V outlet
Elite$51,695$52,095+$400Ventilated front seats, heated wheel, 500-watt 11-speaker audio, hands-free power tailgate, rain-sensing wipers

MSRP excludes tax, title, license, registration, destination, and options. Honda's pricing releases list a $1,495 destination charge for both years; Honda's consumer site currently lists $1,595 for the 2027, plus $455 for premium colors. Dealer prices vary. Sources: Honda 2026 pricing · Honda 2027 pricing · automobiles.honda.com.

Buy Now or Wait?

Who should pick which year

  • Buy a 2026 if…

    • You want the lowest price on the same van. The 2026 MSRP is $400 lower before any closeout pricing.
    • You want leather-trimmed seats on an EX-L or Sport-L budget.
    • You need it now: a growing family, a lease ending, or a summer road trip on the calendar.
    • The color and trim you want are still on the lot.

  • Buy a 2027 if…

    • The specific trim and color you want is only available as a 2027.
    • You plan to sell or trade in early and want the newer model year on the title.
    • You're financing and the 2027's rate or incentive works out lower. Compare total cost, not just MSRP.
    • You're shopping a Touring or Elite, where seat material is the same both years.

Georgia Family Life

Which Odyssey for the trips you actually take?

The model year doesn't change what the van can do on any of these trips. The trim does. Here's what to pick for each one.

  • Year: Tie

    Ballfields & Travel Ball

    Saturday at the rec park or a weekend tournament at LakePoint Sports in Emerson: 8 seats means a full carpool. The Sport-L adds two 3rd-row USB-C ports and Touring/Elite add three, so the back row isn't fighting over a charger.

    Best trim: Sport-L or Touring

  • Year: Tie

    St. Simons & Jekyll Island

    Close to 300 miles each way. The 19.5-gal tank × 28 hwy mpg works out to about 546 miles of EPA highway range, so one fuel stop covers a round trip. Touring and Elite's 12.8-in rear screen keeps the kids busy until the causeway.

    Best trim: Touring or Elite

  • Year: Tie

    Apple Picking in Ellijay

    About 80 miles up I-575 and GA-515. Bushels and cider jugs ride behind the 3rd row (32.8 cu ft), and the 60/40 Magic Seat folds into the floor if you overbuy at the orchard.

    Best trim: EX-L (2026 if you want leather)

  • Year: Tie

    Zoo Atlanta Pandas

    Ping Ping and Fu Shuang debut November 6 in the new Panda Grove. It's a short in-town trip where the 2nd-row sunshades (all trims) and CabinWatch (Touring/Elite) help with the nap on the ride home.

    Best trim: any. EX-L covers it.

  • Year: Tie

    Braves at Truist Park

    The Braves strongly recommend pre-buying parking, and tailgating is only allowed in Lot 29. The Odyssey parks in standard spaces. At 205.2 in long, Touring and Elite's front and rear parking sensors earn their keep in the Battery decks.

    Best trim: Touring

  • Year: Tie

    Falcons at Mercedes-Benz Stadium

    Stadium tailgate rules allow one hangtag per space, propane or natural-gas grills only (no charcoal), and one 10×10 tent per group. The Elite's hands-free power tailgate helps when your arms are full of coolers.

    Best trim: Elite

  • Year: Tie

    Georgia Summer Heat

    Every trim has tri-zone automatic climate with 2nd-row controls. Ventilated front seats are Elite-only in both years, and 3rd-row sunshades come on Touring and Elite.

    Best trim: Elite

  • Edge: 2026

    The Family Budget

    Same van, $400 less MSRP, and 2026 closeout timing usually helps more. If you're cross-shopping trims, the jump from EX-L to Touring is $4,700 either year.

    Best trim: EX-L or Sport-L

Sources: Honda 2027 specs · LakePoint Sports · Explore Georgia apple picking · Zoo Atlanta · Braves parking · Mercedes-Benz Stadium tailgate guidelines. Range is EPA highway mpg × tank size; real-world range varies with load, speed, and A/C.

Cooled Seats · Highway Quiet · City Streets

Which Odyssey is coolest, quietest, and easiest to drive in Atlanta?

Short answer: the Elite, in either model year. Honda equips the 2026 and 2027 identically here, so the trim decides it. Here's why.

  • Year: Tie

    Best Air-Conditioned Seats

    The Elite is the only Odyssey with ventilated front seats, in both 2026 and 2027. EX-L, Sport-L, and Touring get heated front seats but no ventilation. Every Odyssey has tri-zone automatic climate control with 2nd-row controls and humidity control.[Honda]

    Winner: Elite

  • Year: Tie

    Quietest on the Interstate

    Every Odyssey has Active Noise Cancellation and an acoustic laminated windshield. The Elite adds acoustic laminated glass in the front and rear doors, which no other trim gets.[Honda] Honda doesn't publish interior decibel figures, so this ranking is based on equipment.

    Winner: Elite

  • Year: Tie

    Easiest on City Streets

    Every Odyssey is 205.2 in long with a 39.64-ft turning circle, plus Blind Spot Information, Cross Traffic Monitor, a rearview camera, and auto brake hold. Touring and Elite add front and rear parking sensors and built-in navigation with HD Digital Traffic. The Elite also gets power-folding, auto-dimming side mirrors.[Honda]

    Winner: Elite, with Touring close behind

Road by road: what helps on the highways you actually drive

Road, What you're dealing with, Odyssey features that help (all trims unless noted)
RoadWhat you're dealing withOdyssey features that help (all trims unless noted)
GA-400Rush-hour stop-and-go between the Perimeter and BuckheadAdaptive Cruise Control with Low-Speed Follow and auto brake hold handle the crawl. Active Noise Cancellation keeps the cabin calm. Elite adds acoustic door glass.
I-285Heavy truck traffic and fast lane changes around the PerimeterBlind Spot Information and Lane Keeping Assist. Elite's acoustic front and rear door glass helps most when trucks are alongside.
Downtown Connector (I-75/85)Merge-heavy lanes through Midtown and DowntownBlind Spot Information and Collision Mitigation Braking. Touring and Elite navigation adds HD Digital Traffic for rerouting.
I-75Game-day traffic north to Truist Park; long runs south toward the coastAdaptive Cruise and Road Departure Mitigation. 28 mpg highway from the 19.5-gal tank.
I-85Spaghetti Junction to the north; the airport corridor toward Union City to the southCross Traffic Monitor for backing out of tight spots. Traffic Sign Recognition shows detected speed-limit signs on the driver's display.

Equipment from Honda's 2026 and 2027 Odyssey specification releases, which list identical equipment for both years: Honda 2026 specs · Honda 2027 specs. Driver-assist features don't replace an attentive driver. Honda's spec sheet lists a rearview camera with dynamic guidelines and no surround-view camera.

Safety, Straight

Is one year safer than the other?

No. Both years have the same structure, airbags (including front knee airbags), Honda Sensing suite, and rear seat reminder.[Honda] Honda reports a 5-Star Overall NHTSA rating for the 2026 and says it expects the 2027 to earn the same.[Honda Info Center]

One thing parents should know: IIHS rates the Odyssey Good in the small-overlap front and updated side tests, but Poor in its updated moderate-overlap front test, which measures protection for a rear-seat passenger. That rating applies to 2023 through 2027 models, so it's the same whichever year you buy.[IIHS] If rear-seat crash protection is your top priority, compare that result across every minivan you're considering.

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Common Questions

Atlanta Family FAQs

Answers for the trips Georgia families actually take, sourced from Honda and the places you're headed.

Should I buy a 2026 or 2027 Honda Odyssey?

For most families, the 2026. Honda's spec releases show both years with the same 280-hp V6, 10-speed automatic, EPA 19/28/22 mpg, dimensions, cargo space, and Honda Sensing.[Honda 2027] [Honda 2026] The 2027's MSRP is $400 higher at every trim,[Honda pricing] and on the EX-L and Sport-L the seats change from leather-trimmed to HondaTex synthetic leather.[Honda Info Center] Choose a 2027 when the trim and color you want are only available as a 2027, or when 2027 financing comes out cheaper overall. See what's in stock at nalleycars.com.

What changed on the 2027 Honda Odyssey?

Very little. Comparing Honda's 2026 and 2027 Odyssey specification releases section by section, the two changes are a $400 MSRP increase on every trim and HondaTex-trimmed seats replacing leather-trimmed seats on the EX-L and Sport-L.[Honda 2027] [Honda 2026] Powertrain, fuel economy, dimensions, cargo, safety equipment, wheels, and the seven exterior colors carry over. Honda's 2027 web page also promotes Google Gemini with wireless Android Auto.[Honda] Gemini runs from the Gemini app on your phone,[Google] and the 2026 has wireless Android Auto too.

How much does the 2027 Odyssey cost compared to the 2026?

Exactly $400 more MSRP at every trim. EX-L: $42,795 (2026) vs. $43,195 (2027). Sport-L: $43,895 vs. $44,295. Touring: $47,495 vs. $47,895. Elite: $51,695 vs. $52,095.[Honda 2026 pricing] [Honda 2027 pricing] MSRP excludes tax, title, license, destination, and options. Your actual gap depends on 2026 closeout pricing and current incentives, so compare out-the-door numbers on nalleycars.com.

Which Odyssey is best for weekend travel ball at LakePoint or Saturdays at the local ballfields?

Model year doesn't matter here. Trim does. Every Odyssey seats eight, so one van covers a full carpool.[Honda] The Sport-L adds two 3rd-row USB-C ports, and the Touring and Elite add three, which helps on the drive up I-75 to LakePoint Sports in Emerson[Explore Georgia] or a long day at the rec park. The 60/40 3rd-row Magic Seat folds into the floor when you need room for bat bags, pop-up chairs, and a cooler instead of passengers. For most sports families, a 2026 Sport-L or Touring is the sweet spot. Shop at nalleycars.com.

Which Odyssey is better for a family beach trip to St. Simons or Jekyll Island?

Both years are the same van for the coast. St. Simons and Jekyll are close to 300 miles each way from Atlanta. The Odyssey's 19.5-gallon tank and 28 highway mpg work out to roughly 546 miles of EPA highway range,[Honda] so one fuel stop covers the round trip under typical conditions. Pick a Touring or Elite if the kids need the 12.8-inch Rear Entertainment System with wireless headphones for a four-plus-hour drive.[Honda Info Center] At 69.6 inches tall, the Odyssey is a standard vehicle for Jekyll Island's $10 daily parking pass. Vehicles over 8 feet pay $15.[Jekyll Island Authority]

Is the Odyssey a good pick for apple picking in Ellijay?

Yes, and either year works. Ellijay is about 80 miles north of Atlanta via I-575 and GA-515. You get 32.8 cubic feet behind the 3rd row for bushels and cider, and 86.6 cubic feet with the 3rd row folded.[Honda] Ellijay-area u-pick orchards generally run from late August through October, depending on the orchard.[Explore Georgia] The 2026 Georgia Apple Festival ran October 10–11 and 17–18 at the Ellijay Lions Club fairgrounds,[Explore Georgia] so put next year's dates on the calendar. If you want leather on an EX-L, that's a 2026.

We're going to see the new giant pandas at Zoo Atlanta. Does the Odyssey year matter?

No. Every Odyssey is ready for a Grant Park day trip. Zoo Atlanta's new giant pandas, Ping Ping and Fu Shuang, debut Friday, November 6, 2026 in the new Arthur M. Blank Panda Grove, and the zoo is opening late that day.[Zoo Atlanta] For in-town trips, the features that matter are on every trim: power sliding doors for curbside unloading, 2nd-row sunshades, and CabinTalk so you can talk to the back row without shouting. Touring and Elite add CabinWatch, a camera view of the back seats on the 9-inch screen.[Honda]

Which Odyssey trim is best for a Braves game at Truist Park?

Either year works. For the Battery's parking decks, we'd pick a Touring or Elite for the front and rear parking sensors, since the Odyssey is 205.2 inches long.[Honda] The Braves strongly recommend pre-buying game-day parking, and tailgating is only allowed in Lot 29, where tents aren't permitted.[Atlanta Braves] The Odyssey parks in a standard space. Oversized permits are for vehicles like 15-passenger vans and RVs.

What's the best Odyssey for tailgating at a Falcons game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium?

The Elite, in either year. Its hands-free power tailgate opens with a foot motion when your arms are full,[Honda] and every Odyssey's tailgate has a programmable height. Know the stadium rules: each hangtag covers one parking space, only propane or natural-gas grills are allowed (no charcoal), and each tailgate group gets one weighted 10×10 tent with no staking.[Mercedes-Benz Stadium] Touring and Elite also have a front 115V/150W outlet, enough to charge phones and small devices but not to run a TV or blender.

Which Odyssey handles Georgia summer heat best?

The Elite, in either year. It's the only trim with ventilated front seats, and it adds 3rd-row sunshades (also on Touring) and acoustic laminated door glass. Every Odyssey has tri-zone automatic climate control with 2nd-row controls, humidity control, and air filtration.[Honda] [Honda 2026]

Which Honda Odyssey has the best air-conditioned (ventilated) seats?

The Elite, and it's the same in 2026 and 2027. It's the only Odyssey trim with ventilated front seats. EX-L, Sport-L, and Touring have heated front seats but no ventilation, and no Odyssey has ventilated 2nd- or 3rd-row seats.[Honda 2027] [Honda 2026] The whole cabin still gets tri-zone automatic climate control with 2nd-row controls and humidity control on every trim. For Atlanta summers, a 2026 Elite gets you the same cooled seats as a 2027 Elite for $400 less MSRP.

Which Odyssey is quietest on GA-400, I-285, the Downtown Connector, I-75, and I-85?

The Elite, in either year. Every Odyssey has Active Noise Cancellation and an acoustic laminated windshield, but only the Elite adds acoustic laminated glass in the front and rear doors,[Honda] which matters most with tractor-trailers alongside on I-285 or I-75. Honda doesn't publish interior decibel measurements, so this ranking is based on equipment. For GA-400 and Downtown Connector stop-and-go, every trim also has Adaptive Cruise Control with Low-Speed Follow and auto brake hold, which take some of the work out of the crawl.

Which Odyssey is easiest to drive and park on city streets around Atlanta venues?

The Elite, with the Touring close behind. Model year doesn't matter. Every Odyssey has the same 205.2-inch length and 39.64-foot turning circle, plus Blind Spot Information, Cross Traffic Monitor, and a rearview camera with dynamic guidelines.[Honda] Touring and Elite add four front and four rear parking sensors and built-in navigation with HD Digital Traffic, which help in the Battery Atlanta decks, on the streets around Mercedes-Benz Stadium and State Farm Arena, and on Grant Park's narrower blocks near Zoo Atlanta. The Elite also has power-folding side mirrors for tight garages and curbside drop-offs. Honda's spec sheet doesn't list a surround-view camera on any trim.

Is the 2027 Honda Odyssey safer than the 2026?

No. Both years have identical safety equipment, including front knee airbags, three-row side curtain airbags, Honda Sensing, and a rear seat reminder.[Honda] Honda reports a 5-Star Overall NHTSA rating for the 2026 and expects the same for the 2027.[Honda Info Center] IIHS rates the Odyssey Good in small-overlap front and updated side tests, but Poor in the updated moderate-overlap test, which measures rear-passenger protection. That result applies to 2023–2027 models.[IIHS] If rear-seat protection is a top priority, compare that test across every minivan you're shopping.

Can I buy a 2026 or 2027 Honda Odyssey from Nalley completely online?

Yes. You can browse Odyssey inventory, value your trade, get financing, and sign from your couch, then choose home delivery anywhere in Georgia or pick up at Nalley Honda, 4197 Jonesboro Rd in Union City. If you want to drive both years back to back first, a test drive is your call. Start at nalleycars.com.

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  • 2026 Honda Odyssey

    • $400 lower MSRP than 2027, every trim
    • Leather-trimmed seats on EX-L & Sport-L
    • Same V6, mpg, cargo & Honda Sensing
    • Closeout inventory, limited by trim and color
    • Buy online, delivered to your door

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  • 2027 Honda Odyssey

    • Newest model year, full trim and color selection
    • 8 seats, 280-hp V6, 19/28/22 mpg
    • 12.8-in Rear Entertainment on Touring & Elite
    • Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto
    • Buy online, delivered to your door

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Primary Sources

Where every number on this page comes from

We built this page from the automaker's own pricing and specification releases, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, and the official sites of each venue mentioned. Checked October 22, 2026.

Automaker (Honda)

  1. 2026 Honda Odyssey Pricing and EPA Ratings — American Honda Motor Co., Honda News, Aug. 2, 2025
  2. 2027 Honda Odyssey Pricing and EPA Ratings — American Honda Motor Co., Honda News, Aug. 10, 2026
  3. 2026 Honda Odyssey Specifications & Features — American Honda Motor Co., Honda News, Mar. 17, 2026
  4. 2027 Honda Odyssey Specifications & Features — American Honda Motor Co., Honda News, Aug. 10, 2026
  5. 2027 Odyssey Feature Highlights — Honda Information Center (HondaTex seat material, NHTSA rating statement, rear entertainment)
  6. 2027 Honda Odyssey — automobiles.honda.com (current MSRP footnote, destination and premium-color charges, Gemini statement)

Safety

  1. 2027 Honda Odyssey Crash Test Ratings — Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (ratings and the model years each applies to)

Technology

  1. Gemini in Android Auto — Google (how Gemini reaches Android Auto through the phone app)

Destinations & venues

  1. Debut day set for Ping Ping and Fu Shuang — Zoo Atlanta
  2. Parking & Island Access — Jekyll Island Authority
  3. Where to Go Apple Picking in Georgia — Explore Georgia (Georgia Dept. of Economic Development)
  4. 2026 Georgia Apple Festival — Explore Georgia
  5. LakePoint Sports — Explore Georgia
  6. Where to Park at Truist Park — Atlanta Braves / MLB.com
  7. Parking and Tailgating Guidelines — Mercedes-Benz Stadium

Vehicle data from Honda's published 2026 and 2027 Odyssey pricing and specification releases, current as of October 22, 2026. MSRP excludes tax, title, license, destination, and options. EPA ratings are for comparison only; actual mileage varies. Visit nalleycars.com for current pricing and availability.