GT5 Transcripts/Honda ODYSSEY '03

Combining the values of a minivan while expressing the speed and agility of a sports sedan, the third-generation Odyssey was an instant hit upon its introduction in October 2003. What made the Odyssey unique as a minivan was its low-slung nature, one that hid the dimensions of a large people-hauler. The vehicle stretched 187.5 inches long and sat 70.8 inches wide, but its low height of 61 inches made it feel and behave like a sedan. The appearance was really that of part minivan, part station wagon and part sedan.
On the road the Odyssey behaved like a sporty car thanks to its fully independent double wishbone suspension and peppy engine, which came in the form of a 2.4-liter DOHC inline-4 with i-VTEC. The base version of this 16-valve powerplant produced 157 HP while a mildly returned one put out 197 HP. The all-wheel-drive versions came equipped with a 5-speed automatic transmission, while the front-wheel-drive models got a CVT with a 7-speed manual mode.
The Odyssey exhibited excellent acceleration from a standing start and its handling was on par with the company's sports sedans. The front-wheel-drive vehicle displayed crisp turn-in character with minimal body roll. What made the Odyssey a favorite among the Japanese masses was its spacious interior that could accommodate up to seven occupants.
It featured three-row seating like most large SUVs in the U.S., but in a much more compact and user-friendly body.
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