2021 Honda Odyssey — should you buy one?

Why people love the 2021 Honda Odyssey

The 2021 Odyssey came with a 3.5-liter V6 paired to a 10-speed automatic that finally smoothed out the harsh downshifts owners complained about in earlier years. Parents love the dual power sliding doors because both kids can open theirs simultaneously without fighting, plus the second-row captain's chairs slide forward so far that a tall adult can actually squeeze into the third row. The power tailgate also means you're not hoisting it over your head while holding groceries.

Common complaints and known issues

By 80k–120k miles, transmission hesitation when accelerating from a stop shows up in some 2021 models, though it's less severe than the 2018–2020 generation. The infotainment screen (8-inch touchscreen on LX/EX trims) sometimes freezes during Android Auto or Apple CarPlay, requiring a hard reboot at a traffic light. Paint quality is weak on the hood and roof—micro-cracking and peeling by 100k miles is common even in garaged vehicles. Door latch sensors fail around 110k miles, triggering false warning lights.

Typical asking price

Under 80k miles: $28,500–$36,000. 80k–130k miles: $23,000–$29,500. Over 130k miles: $18,000–$24,000. Trim level (LX vs. EX-L vs. Touring) drives the spread; accident history and whether both sliding doors work without resistance matter significantly to buyers.

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.