Honda Odyssey interior, seating and sliding doors for Oklahoma City families
Most families shopping for a minivan want three things settled first: whether it seats everyone, whether it loads without a fight, and whether it parks in a crowded lot. The Honda Odyssey is built around those jobs, and a north Oklahoma City family can check each one at Bob Howard Honda before it decides.
Honda’s published figures answer the seating and cargo questions on paper. A test drive answers the rest in the vehicle itself.
Keep reading below, then schedule a test drive in Oklahoma City. Bringing your own numbers to the lot settles this faster than any spec sheet.
Is the Honda Odyssey a good family vehicle for Oklahoma City?
Yes, for a family that needs room for eight. Honda’s published 2026 specifications list eight seats on the EX-L, Elite, Sport and Touring, and Bob Howard Honda at 13201 N Kelley Ave sells the Odyssey new. Our Google rating is 4.5 stars across 4,311 reviews (Google, 2026).
The seat count is only the first check. A minivan also has to carry what a family brings, so the figures for each row and the cargo behind it matter as much as the number of seats.
How many people does the Honda Odyssey seat, and which trims seat seven or eight?
Honda’s published 2026 specifications list eight seats on each of the EX-L, Elite, Sport and Touring. The seat count is the same across those four trims, so the choice between them comes down to price and equipment.
Plan around eight seats, and check the seat count against the trim you are considering.
How do the Odyssey’s magic slide second-row seats work?
The fastest way to see how the second-row seats move is to sit beside them in a real Odyssey. Test drives can be booked online or by phone at Bob Howard Honda.
A family with a child in a car seat in the second row needs to see the seat move and the path to the third row, and a spec sheet cannot show that. Bring the car seats you plan to use.
Is the Odyssey’s third row usable for adults and car seats?
Yes, the third row is built as a usable seat, and Honda lists its legroom at 38.1 inches for the EX-L, Elite and Sport trims. The first and second rows each measure 40.9 inches on those same trims.
Legroom measures room rather than how a car seat clips in, so check that part in the vehicle. Test drives can be booked online or by phone at Bob Howard Honda.
How much cargo space does the Honda Odyssey have with the seats stowed?
On the EX-L, Elite and Sport, Honda lists cargo volume of 140.7 cubic feet with the first row as the reference, 86.6 with the second and 32.8 with the third. The maximum is 155.8 cubic feet on the EX-L and Sport, and 155.7 on the Elite.
The 32.8 cubic feet behind the third row is the room left with every seat in use, and the maximum figure is the one to use when planning the largest loads.
Do the Odyssey’s power sliding doors help in tight Oklahoma City parking lots?
Yes, and the clearest proof comes from opening a sliding door in a parking space. Test drives can be booked online or by phone at Bob Howard Honda, 13201 N Kelley Ave, Oklahoma City, OK 73131.
Bring the parking spaces you use most, such as the one at school drop-off or the one at a crowded store, and test the door there.
Which Odyssey trim fits an Oklahoma City family?
According to Honda’s published 2026 pricing, the EX-L starts lowest at $42,795 and the Elite starts highest at $51,695. Each trim below seats eight and makes 280 horsepower.
| Trim | Starting MSRP (Honda, USD) | Seats | Horsepower |
|---|---|---|---|
| EX-L | $42,795 | 8 | 280 @ 6,000 |
| Sport | $43,895 | 8 | 280 @ 6,000 |
| Touring | $47,495 | 8 | 280 @ 6,000 |
| Elite | $51,695 | 8 | 280 @ 6,000 |
Bob Howard Honda sells new Odyssey models, and its payment calculator accepts a trade-in offer amount. A family that already knows its budget can start with the lowest price in the table and work up.
Why do Oklahoma City families shop for the Odyssey at Bob Howard Honda?
Bob Howard Honda is the north-side Honda store at 13201 N Kelley Ave, and buyers describe the sales process in their own words. One buyer described his purchase as the most positive experience he has had buying a car.
> In an August 2026 Google review, Tim N. wrote: “My most positive experience ever in buying a car. Aaron was extremely helpful start to finish.”
Start the paperwork online if you want to. The trade tool, pre-approval and finance application can all be used before you visit, and the Odyssey test drive is the step that settles the seating and door questions in this piece. The table lists the same-brand dealers a buyer weighs, with each store’s Google rating and review count.
| Dealer | Address | Google rating | Google reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bob Howard Honda | 13201 N Kelley Ave, Oklahoma City, OK 73131 | 4.5 | 4,311 |
| Eskridge Honda | 9000 S I-35 Service Rd, Oklahoma City, OK 73149 | 4.5 | 1,425 |
| Fowler Honda | 955 N Interstate Dr, Norman, OK 73069 | 4.2 | 866 |
| 6th Avenue Honda | 4300 W 6th Ave, Stillwater, OK 74074 | 4.3 | 950 |
Frequently asked questions
How do I test drive an Odyssey at Bob Howard Honda?
Test drives can be booked online or by phone, and Bob Howard Honda sells the Odyssey new. Ask to sit in the row you will use most, and bring the car seats you plan to use.
Can I get pre-approved and value my trade before visiting?
Yes. Bob Howard Honda’s online pre-approval uses a credit form with two steps that takes minutes. Its trade tool gives a price from a license plate, a VIN, or a make and model, and it calls the trade result an instant offer that is valid for seven days or up to 250 miles.
What does the Odyssey’s warranty cover?
Honda’s published 2026 warranty booklet lists basic coverage of 3 years or 36,000 miles, whichever comes first. Powertrain coverage lasts 5 years or 60,000 miles, whichever comes first, and corrosion coverage extends to 5 years with no mileage limit.
Which equipment comes standard on the EX-L?
Among the features Honda’s Odyssey page lists as standard on the EX-L are CabinTalk, a power tailgate with programmable height and second-row USB charging ports. Compare that list with the trim you are considering before you decide.
Does the Honda Odyssey have sliding doors?
Yes. The Honda Odyssey is a minivan with sliding rear doors, and Bob Howard Honda at 13201 N Kelley Ave, Oklahoma City, OK 73131 sells it new. Because a door only proves itself in a real space, bring the tightest spot you use, such as school drop-off, and open it there on a test drive.
See the Odyssey in person at Bob Howard Honda
A family that wants to check the seats and doors should book the test drive first and settle the paperwork in store. That order works because the questions a family asks about seats and doors are answered by sitting in the vehicle, not by a spec sheet.
Our Google record is 4.5 stars across 4,311 reviews, and 82 in 100 of them are five-star (Google, 2026). In an October 2026 Google review, Tommy B. wrote: “Wisdom, our salesman, was phenomenal. Very personable and professional as well.” He described the whole process, from the emails onward, as exactly what car buying should be.
Families with children can wait comfortably too. The service waiting area at Bob Howard Honda has a children’s play area, along with free coffee, WiFi and work stations.
Bob Howard Honda is where a north Oklahoma City family can settle seats, cargo and doors on a real Odyssey. Test drives can be booked online or by phone at 13201 N Kelley Ave, Oklahoma City, OK 73131.
Bob Howard Honda answers this question against the specific vehicle in front of you rather than the model in general. Value your trade and get pre-approved online, then see us at our Oklahoma City showroom, or call (405) 753-8700.
Disclaimer: Vehicle features, specifications, pricing, options, and availability may vary based on production timelines and dealership inventory; images are for illustrative purposes only. Starting MSRP figures are national and exclude destination freight charges, tax, title, license, and dealer fees. Standard and available equipment varies by trim, configuration, and model year; confirm the specification of the individual vehicle before purchase. Maximum towing and payload ratings depend on cab, bed, drivetrain, and equipment configuration; see the vehicle’s Owner’s Manual and trailering guide for limits. Electric range and charging times vary with battery, configuration, temperature, terrain, load, and driving habits. Safety or driver assistance features are no substitute for the driver’s responsibility to operate the vehicle in a safe manner. Financing and pre-approval are subject to credit approval. Contact Bob Howard Honda for complete details regarding current vehicle inventory, pricing, and equipment.
