Used Honda Odyssey for sale in Malaysia

The Honda Odyssey is a D-segment MPV for buyers who want a spacious, family-oriented Honda rather than an SUV. In Malaysia, the RC1 generation arrived in 2013, followed by facelifts in 2018 and 2022. It has a meaningful presence locally too, with 14,857 registrations recorded since 2000, although annual registrations have generally eased from their 2019 peak.

Used examples are not especially plentiful at present. There is one 2019 Odyssey listed at RM89,800, with 118,791 km recorded. The model’s three-year value retention of 77.1% suggests it holds its value relatively well, so a clean, properly maintained example may not be a bargain-basement purchase.

With limited choice in the market, buyers should be prepared to assess each car on its individual condition, mileage and maintenance history rather than waiting for many comparable listings. The 2018 facelift onwards may be worth considering for those seeking a newer version of the RC1.

The RC1 Odyssey is the generation to target in Malaysia, with the 2018 facelift bringing the most relevant update; the EXV i-VTEC is the only trim currently available in stock.

• RC1 (2013): the entry point for buyers prioritising a lower upfront outlay, with the same basic low-floor MPV layout and sliding rear doors that define this generation.
• RC1 Facelift (2018): the better choice for most buyers because it is the newer version of the RC1 generation and includes the 2019 EXV i-VTEC currently available in the used market.
• RC1 Facelift 2 (2022): the newest RC1 iteration suits buyers who want the latest version of this generation, though examples are less common than earlier RC1 models.
• EXV i-VTEC: the trim to shop for if you want an Odyssey available now; it represents the sole in-stock specification and comes from the 2018 facelift period.
• Bottom-line pick: choose an RC1 Facelift EXV i-VTEC, ideally a 2018-onwards car with a complete service history; choose an earlier RC1 only when the lower purchase cost is the deciding factor.

A used Honda Odyssey should be inspected with particular attention to its CVT, electrically operated sliding doors, air-conditioning system and evidence of proper MPV use.

• Service history Confirm scheduled engine-oil, transmission-fluid and coolant changes with invoices, and check that the correct CVT fluid has been used throughout the car’s life.
• CVT operation Test the transmission from cold and after a longer drive for hesitation, shuddering, delayed engagement or abnormal whine when pulling away and accelerating.
• Sliding doors Operate both power sliding doors repeatedly using the handles, dashboard controls and remote; check for slow movement, warning messages, misalignment or unusual motor and cable noises.
• Air-conditioning Test the front and rear air-conditioning at all fan speeds and temperature settings, as an Odyssey’s large cabin places a greater load on the system than a conventional passenger car.
• Accident and flood damage Inspect the floor rails, door apertures, underbody, luggage compartment and electrical connectors for corrosion, mud residue, mismatched paint or uneven panel gaps, especially around the powered doors.
• Mileage and specification Verify the odometer reading against service invoices and inspection records, and confirm the car’s original grade and equipment, including its seating layout, safety systems and factory-fitted accessories.

The Honda Odyssey follows Honda’s routine maintenance schedule, with servicing typically needed at regular six-month or 10,000-km intervals. Costs are generally moderate for a large Japanese MPV, although the 2.4-litre petrol engine, CVT and powered sliding-door systems make major repairs more expensive than those for a conventional five-seat Honda. Fuel consumption is reasonable for the Odyssey’s size and seven-seat layout, but urban use and fully loaded journeys will raise consumption.

Insurance costs sit at the higher end of mainstream MPV ownership because of the Odyssey’s original market positioning and replacement-part values. Routine mechanical parts are widely available through Honda service centres and independent workshops, while body panels, cabin trim, sliding-door components and certain electronic parts may require more time to source.