In the latest Honda Odyssey models, the engine displacement is 3.5 liters, a 60-degree V6 that produces about 280 horsepower and around 262 pound-feet of torque. That size is standard for current U.S.-market Odysseys and represents Honda’s long-running V6 powerplant in this minivan segment.
What engine displacement means
Engine displacement, measured in liters (L) or cubic centimeters (cc), indicates the total volume swept by all pistons in the engine. It’s a rough indicator of how much air and fuel the engine can burn per cycle, and it often correlates with potential power and torque. Smaller displacements can be paired with advanced technology to maintain performance and efficiency, while larger displacements deliver more low-end strength.
Engine sizes across the Odyssey lineup
Note: The Honda Odyssey’s engine displacement has varied by generation and market. The following overview highlights the sizes most buyers encounter when looking at Odysseys from different years.
Current generation (2020s–present)
The modern, widely sold Odyssey uses a 3.5-liter V6 engine, commonly listed as 3,500 cc. In current form, it’s paired with a modern automatic transmission and delivers roughly 280 horsepower and 262 lb-ft of torque.
- 3.5-liter V6 (about 3,500 cc) in most recent U.S.-market Odysseys
In practice, if you’re shopping a new or recent used Odyssey, the 3.5L V6 is the engine you’ll see most often listed in specifications and on the vehicle’s badge.
Earlier generations and markets
Over the years, the Odyssey’s engine displacement has varied more widely. The earliest U.S. Odysseys used a smaller engine, while several later generations standardized around around 3.0–3.5 liters in V6 configurations. Variants exist by market and model year, so exact displacement can differ for international versions or older model years.
- Early-generation Odysseys in some markets featured smaller engines (historically in the vicinity of 2.x liters)
- Later generations commonly used 3.0–3.5-liter V6 configurations
For any used-vehicle purchase, verify the exact displacement in the vehicle’s spec sheet or VIN label to be sure of the engine size for that specific year and market.
Summary
The current Honda Odyssey is powered by a 3.5-liter V6 engine, the standard displacement for today’s models. Across the model’s history, engine sizes have ranged from roughly 2.2 liters in the earliest variants to about 3.5 liters in later generations, with regional differences. Always check the exact specification for the year and market of any Odyssey you’re considering.