2026 Honda Odyssey Trims Review
Lodi Honda walks through the 2026 Honda Odyssey Trim Levels
The 2026 Honda Odyssey is designed to meet the needs of modern families throughout Lodi, Stockton, Elk Grove, and Sacramento. Now available at Lodi Honda, the latest Odyssey builds on everything drivers have come to love about this iconic minivan, adding updated technology, thoughtful design enhancements, and the dependable performance families have trusted for decades. Under the hood, the 2026 Odyssey continues to deliver confident performance with its 3.5-liter V6 engine, producing 280 horsepower. For 2026, Honda gives the Odyssey a refreshed exterior featuring an updated front fascia, modern LED lighting, and new wheel and color options for a more contemporary appearance. Inside, Honda places an even greater emphasis on comfort, convenience, and versatility. Refined materials, new interior color options, and an updated infotainment system with faster response times and cleaner graphics create a more polished cabin experience. Families will also appreciate the versatile Magic Slide second-row seats, which make it easy to reconfigure the cabin for passengers or cargo, while the spacious third row provides comfortable seating for adults. Safety remains a key part of the Odyssey experience, with every 2026 model equipped with an expanded suite of Honda Sensing driver-assistance technologies. Features such as adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assist, and collision mitigation braking provide added confidence whether you're navigating city streets or heading out on a family road trip. In this guide, Lodi Honda compares the 2026 Honda Odyssey trim levels, highlighting the features, technology, comfort amenities, and pricing that set each model apart. By the end, you'll have a clearer understanding of which Odyssey is the right fit for your family, lifestyle, and budget. First, let's take a closer look at the 2026 Honda Odyssey's engine, performance, and capability.
Engine Specs and Performance Highlights
Powering the 2026 Honda Odyssey is a refined 3.5-liter V6 engine paired with a smooth and efficient 10-speed automatic transmission. With 280 horsepower and 262 lb-ft of torque, the Odyssey offers confident acceleration in every situation, whether you’re merging onto I-80, navigating downtown traffic, or loading up for a weekend road trip. Although the Odyssey continues to utilize a front-wheel-drive layout, its engineering prioritizes stability and efficiency, helping it achieve an impressive EPA estimated 19 mpg city and 28 mpg highway. Families throughout Lodi, Stockton, Elk Grove, and Sacramento will appreciate its ability to deliver responsive performance while keeping fuel costs in check. For added practicality, the 2026 Odyssey retains its 3,500-pound towing capacity, giving you the freedom to haul small boats, trailers, or extra gear.
Trim Level Comparison
The staff here at Lodi Honda find the 2026 Honda Odyssey lineup to be perfectly tailored to meet a wide range of family needs, offering a smart balance of practicality, features, and technology across four thoughtfully equipped trims: EX-L, Sport-L, Touring, and Elite. Let’s walk through the features that each model has to offer.
EX-L
The 2026 Honda Odyssey EX-L is a front-wheel-drive minivan powered by a 3.5-liter naturally aspirated V6 producing 280 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 262 lb-ft of torque at 4,700 rpm, paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission. It uses regular unleaded fuel and is EPA rated at 19 mpg city, 28 mpg highway, and 22 mpg combined, with a 19.5-gallon fuel tank. The EX-L has a 205.2-inch overall length, 78.5-inch width, 69.6-inch height, and 118.1-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of approximately 4,526 pounds. It provides seating for up to eight passengers and is designed around Honda's flexible Magic Slide second-row seats, which make accessing the third row and configuring the cabin easier. For equipment, the EX-L includes leather-trimmed seating, heated front seats, a one-touch power moonroof, power sliding doors, a programmable power tailgate, 18-inch alloy wheels, LED headlights and fog lights, tri-zone automatic climate control, a 9-inch touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, wireless phone charging, and a 7-speaker 160-watt audio system. It also includes Honda Sensing safety technology such as collision mitigation braking, road-departure mitigation, and adaptive cruise control with low-speed follow, blind-spot information with cross-traffic monitor, and a rearview camera. The 2026 Odyssey EX-L sits above the EX-L's more basic predecessors in equipment while remaining below the Sport-L, Touring, and Elite trims; notably, features such as the rear entertainment system and parking sensors are reserved for higher trims.
Sport-L
The 2026 Honda Odyssey Sport-L is a front-wheel-drive minivan powered by a 3.5-liter V6 producing 280 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 262 lb-ft of torque at 4,700 rpm, paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission and Honda’s Intelligent Traction Management with Snow Mode. It has an EPA rated 19 mpg city, 28 mpg highway, and 22 mpg combined, with a 19.5-gallon fuel tank, and can tow up to 3,500 pounds. The Sport-L rides on 19-inch gloss-black alloy wheels with 235/55R19 all-season tires and has a curb weight of approximately 4,535 pounds. The Sport-L measures 205.2 inches long, 78.5 inches wide, and 69.6 inches tall, with a 118.1-inch wheelbase. Inside, it provides 160.1 cubic feet of passenger volume, with 40.9 inches of front and second-row legroom and 38.1 inches in the third row. Cargo capacity is 32.8 cubic feet behind the third row, 86.6 cubic feet behind the second row, and up to 140.7 cubic feet behind the first row, depending on configuration. The Sport-L adds a sportier appearance with exclusive exterior and interior styling, 19-inch gloss-black wheels, leather-trimmed seating with red stitching, a leather-wrapped steering wheel with red stitching, and red ambient LED lighting. Standard convenience features include a one-touch power moonroof, Magic Slide second-row seats, heated front seats, power front seats with driver memory, power sliding doors, a power tailgate, tri-zone automatic climate control, second-row sunshades, full LED headlights, LED fog lights, acoustic glass, and rear privacy glass. Technology includes a 9-inch touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, wireless phone charging, Bluetooth connectivity, a 7-speaker 160-watt audio system, Smart Entry with Walk Away Auto Lock, and USB-C/USB connectivity for multiple rows. The Sport-L also comes standard with Honda Sensing safety and driver-assistance features, including Collision Mitigation Braking, Road Departure Mitigation, Forward Collision Warning, Lane Keeping Assist, Adaptive Cruise Control with Low-Speed Follow, Blind Spot Information with Cross Traffic Monitor, Traffic Sign Recognition, and a rearview camera with dynamic guidelines.
Touring
The 2026 Honda Odyssey Touring is a three-row minivan powered by a 3.5-liter naturally aspirated V6 producing 280 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 262 lb-ft of torque at 4,700 rpm. It uses a 10-speed automatic transmission with idle-stop, paddle shifters, and Intelligent Traction Management with Snow mode. The Touring rides on 19-inch alloy wheels with P235/55 R19 all-season tires and uses a MacPherson strut front suspension and compact multi-link rear suspension. The Touring trim equipment includes power sliding doors, a power tailgate, full LED headlights, LED fog lights, rear privacy glass, acoustic glass, heated power side mirrors, and a one-touch power moonroof. Inside, the Touring features leather-trimmed seating, heated front seats, power front seats with driver memory, Magic Slide second-row seats, a One-Motion 60/40-split third-row Magic Seat, tri-zone automatic climate control, second- and third-row sunshades, and a leather-wrapped steering wheel. It also has a 9-inch touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, wireless phone charging, Wi-Fi hotspot capability, and a 160-watt seven-speaker audio system with a subwoofer. A major Touring upgrade is its family oriented technology. It includes Honda Satellite-Linked Navigation, CabinWatch, CabinTalk, and an Advanced Rear Entertainment System with a 12.8-inch high-resolution ceiling-mounted screen. The rear entertainment system supports HDMI input, Wi-Fi streaming, and up to four Bluetooth headphones or earbuds, while a 115-volt/150-watt power outlet is provided in the front console. For safety, the 2026 Odyssey Touring comes with Honda Sensing, including Collision Mitigation Braking, Road Departure Mitigation, Forward Collision Warning, Lane Departure Warning, Lane Keeping Assist, Adaptive Cruise Control with Low-Speed Follow, Traffic Sign Recognition, Auto High-Beam Headlights, and Blind Spot Information with Cross Traffic Monitor. Front and rear parking sensors are also standard on the Touring. Overall, the 2026 Odyssey Touring sits in the middle of the Odyssey lineup above the EX-L and Sport-L and below the Elite. It offers most of the premium family features buyers typically want, including the rear entertainment system, navigation, leather seating, heated front seats, Magic Slide seating, and CabinWatch/CabinTalk, while the Elite adds features such as ventilated front seats, a heated steering wheel, hands-free power tailgate, and a more powerful 500-watt 11-speaker audio system.
Elite
The 2026 Honda Odyssey Elite is the top trim of Honda’s Odyssey minivan lineup. It is powered by a 3.5-liter naturally aspirated V6 producing 280 horsepower and 262 lb-ft of torque, paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission and front-wheel drive. Fuel economy is rated at 19 mpg city, 28 mpg highway, and 22 mpg combined, and the Odyssey can tow up to 3,500 pounds when properly equipped. The Elite seats up to eight passengers and emphasizes premium family-oriented equipment. Standard features include leather trimmed seating, heated and ventilated front seats, a heated leather-wrapped steering wheel, power front seats with driver memory, tri-zone automatic climate control, Magic Slide second row seats, second and third row sunshades, power sliding doors, and a one touch power moonroof. The Elite also receives a hands free power tailgate and 19-inch alloy wheels. Technology is extensive, with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a 9-inch touchscreen, Honda navigation, wireless phone charging, Wi-Fi hotspot capability, multiple USB ports, CabinWatch, CabinTalk, and an 11-speaker, 500-watt audio system. It also includes Honda's 12.8-inch rear entertainment system, making the Elite particularly well suited to long family trips. In terms of dimensions, the Odyssey is approximately 205 inches long, 78.5 inches wide, and 69.6 inches tall, with a 118.1-inch wheelbase. Cargo capacity is about 32.8 cubic feet behind the third row, 88.8 cubic feet behind the second row, and 144.9 cubic feet at maximum capacity. Safety and driver-assistance equipment includes Collision Mitigation Braking, Road Departure Mitigation, Adaptive Cruise Control with Low-Speed Follow, Lane Keeping Assist, Blind Spot Information with Cross-Traffic Monitor, parking sensors, and a multi-angle rearview camera. Overall, the 2026 Odyssey Elite combines the Odyssey's strong V6 performance and exceptionally flexible interior with near-luxury-level comfort and technology, making it the most comprehensively equipped version of Honda's minivan.
Lodi Honda Dealership
Proudly serving drivers throughout Lodi, Stockton, Elk Grove, and Sacramento, Lodi Honda is committed to making every customer feel like family. Our goal is to provide a relaxed, no hassle car buying experience where your needs come first. Whether you’re exploring our extensive inventory, working with our knowledgeable financing team to find an option that fits your budget, or visiting our experienced service department for routine maintenance, we’re here to help. Our friendly and knowledgeable team is ready to answer your questions and help you make a confident, informed decision. While our website is always updated with the latest inventory and special offers, nothing compares to experiencing the 2026 Honda Odyssey for yourself. Stop by Lodi Honda, take an Odyssey out for a test drive, and see which trim is the perfect fit for you and your family. We hope this 2026 Honda Odyssey trim comparison has provided the information you need to choose the right model. We look forward to welcoming you to Lodi Honda, your local Honda Odyssey dealer!