Making Memories with the Honda Odyssey
By Erin
*This is a sponsored post with A Girls Guide to Cars. All thoughts and opinions remain my own and I would love to own the 2021 Honda Odyssey!*
Talk about California Dreaming. The other week, I had the opportunity to test drive the new 2021 Honda Odyssey thanks to my friends at A Girls Guide to Cars. Who says a minivan can’t be cool? I never thought I’d be a fan of them, but my mind is blown by this one. This one is a total dream to drive! I think I sold at least two of these while I’ve had it (to my sister and one of their family friends👍), that’s how likeable this car is! I’m used to my little Prius, that can only fit four. This beast can seat up to EIGHT! There’s so much to love about this car. The legroom, entertainment system and USB connections, the comfort and safety features. There’s really something for everyone in this car. We went on some mini adventures with the Odyssey everyday, living the California dream with this one is easy, making lots of memories to cherish forever. Apple picking, lots of beach trips, and lots more outdoor adventures!
First off, my niece had to inspect the Odyssey for us before we could go anywhere. She approved instantly and wanted mommy and daddy to buy her one to drive her around in.
I never thought much of minivans…until now. As a kid, we had a minivan and it was so boxy and bulky. It was like driving a boat, it felt like it took up the entire road and made such wide turns. I hated having to drive that thing when I finally got my drivers license! I seriously would have rather walked to school than drive that thing around. It would jerk around when you stopped and trying to park that thing was a nightmare. Well, I must say. Minivans have come a LONG way since 1989!
Our Favorite Features
There are really so many things to love about this car that it’s hard to choose our favorite features. They are all amazing and it’s hard to have to choose!
1. A Joy to Drive
Going back to the reason I stated above on why I hated driving our old minivan around that was a total nightmare to drive. This minivan proved to be nothing like the ones I remember as a kid. It handles the road beautifully with total control, even on those tiny twisty curvy mountain roads. If you have ever driven out to Julian, CA to go apple picking, you know how curvy those roads are and The Odyssey handled them like a champ. I felt like I was driving my smaller car! NOT a larger vehicle! The Odyssey handles turns with ease, and is a super smooth ride with no abrupt feeling stops.
2. The Space
We need space, lots of it and The Odyssey has it! The Odyssey will fit three full size car seats across the second row and if you want to create captains chairs you can remove the middle seat from the second row. The innovative Magic Slide seats in the second row also allow for easy access to the third row while also making it a breeze to move the seat within reach of the front row. They also fold flat to make removal and carrying a cinch.
