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Honda Odyssey vs Volkswagen EuroVan

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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2027 Honda Odyssey

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2003 Volkswagen EuroVan

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Overview

SpecHonda OdysseyEX-LVolkswagen EuroVanGLS
Selected trimEX-LGLS
Body styleMinivanMinivan
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedpremium unleaded (recommended)
Transmission10-speed shiftable automatic4-speed automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20272003

Pricing & market

SpecHonda OdysseyEX-LVolkswagen EuroVanGLS
MSRP$43,195$26,200 (best)
Lowest listing price$24,552 (best)—
Median listing price$43,582 (best)—
Highest listing price$51,097 (best)—
For sale now8 (best)0

Fuel economy & range

SpecHonda OdysseyEX-LVolkswagen EuroVanGLS
Combined MPG22 MPG (best)16 MPG
City MPG19 MPG (best)15 MPG
Highway MPG28 MPG (best)18 MPG
Fuel tank19.5 gal21.1 gal (best)

Performance

SpecHonda OdysseyEX-LVolkswagen EuroVanGLS
Horsepower280 hp (best)201 hp
Torque262 lb-ft (best)181 lb-ft
Engine size3.5 L (best)2.8 L
CylindersV6V6

Size & capability

SpecHonda OdysseyEX-LVolkswagen EuroVanGLS
Seating8 seats (best)7 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume140.7 cu ft190.7 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity3,500 lbs (best)—
Payload—1,554 lbs (best)
Curb weight4,526 lbs4,228 lbs (best)
Ground clearance—7.1 in (best)
Wheelbase118.1 in (best)115 in
Length205.2 in (best)188.5 in
Width78.5 in (best)72.4 in
Height69.6 in76.4 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecHonda OdysseyEX-LVolkswagen EuroVanGLS
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reported (best)1

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimHonda OdysseyVolkswagen EuroVan
1

EX-L

$43,195 MSRP(Currently comparing)

GLS

$26,200 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Sport-L

$44,295 MSRP

MV

$27,700 MSRP

3

Touring

$47,895 MSRP

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4

Elite

$52,095 MSRP

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Honda Odyssey vs Volkswagen EuroVan FAQ

Which is better: 2027 Honda Odyssey or 2003 Volkswagen EuroVan?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 Honda Odyssey vs 2003 Volkswagen EuroVan on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2027 Honda Odyssey or 2003 Volkswagen EuroVan?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2003 Volkswagen EuroVan starts lower at $26,200. Live Honda Odyssey listings start at $24,552.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 Honda Odyssey or 2003 Volkswagen EuroVan?
The 2003 Volkswagen EuroVan leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (26,200).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 Honda Odyssey or 2003 Volkswagen EuroVan?
The 2027 Honda Odyssey leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (22).
Which has better horsepower: 2027 Honda Odyssey or 2003 Volkswagen EuroVan?
The 2027 Honda Odyssey leads on horsepower in this comparison (280).
Which has better seats: 2027 Honda Odyssey or 2003 Volkswagen EuroVan?
The 2027 Honda Odyssey leads on seats in this comparison (8).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2027 Honda Odyssey or 2003 Volkswagen EuroVan?
The 2027 Honda Odyssey leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (3,500).