2013 Honda Odyssey — should you buy one?

Why people love the 2013 Honda Odyssey

The 2013 Odyssey's 3.5L V6 makes 248 hp and pairs with a 5-speed automatic that feels less sluggish than earlier generations, so merging on highways doesn't feel like asking permission. Owners praise the spacious interior and the fact that the sliding doors actually close smoothly at this mileage—a detail that matters when you're ferrying kids or cargo regularly, and the third row still folds into the floor instead of sitting high like a bench.

Common complaints and known issues

The transmission solenoid frequently fails between 80k and 130k miles, causing rough shifts or a limp-home mode that needs a dealer scan ($400–$600 for diagnosis and parts). The power sliding door motor burns out around 100k miles, making one side stick or hang halfway open. Paint peeling on the hood and roof is common by 120k miles in humid climates, and the infotainment screen (if equipped) can go dark without a fix short of replacement.

Typical asking price

Under 80k miles: $12,500–$16,200. 80k–140k miles: $9,800–$13,500. Over 140k miles: $7,200–$10,400. Trim level (LX versus Touring), accident history, and whether the transmission has been serviced recently drive most of the spread; low-mileage examples in the Midwest tend to hold value better than high-mileage coastal cars with paint damage.

Ranges are typical 2026 asking prices, not appraisals. The actual fair offer depends on this specific car's title history, accident record, and open recalls — which is what EstimateProof tells you.