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Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 |
Model | Odyssey | Odyssey | Odyssey | Odyssey | Odyssey | Highlander | Highlander | Highlander | Highlander | Highlander |
Trim | LX | EX | EX-L | Touring | Touring Elite | Base | SE | Limited | Hybrid | Hybrid Limited |
Engines | ||||||||||
Transmissions | ||||||||||
Drivetrains | ||||||||||
Tires | ||||||||||
Audio Systems | ||||||||||
Accessories | ||||||||||
Powers devices with a regular home electrical outlet. Limited wattage: forget about using it to power a blow drier. | ||||||||||
Cancels out interior noise by playing the opposite noise through the vehicle's speakers. | ||||||||||
Automatically maintains set distance behind preceding vehicle as well as set speed. Minimum speed around 30 mph. Replaces regular cruise control, and includes its value. | ||||||||||
Both sliding doors can be opened and closed using buttons inside the vehicle and on the keyfob. | ||||||||||
Release latch by waving a foot beneath the bumper or a hand near a sensor. | ||||||||||
Often must be ordered with power rear side windows, if these are available. | ||||||||||
Liftgate can be opened and closed using buttons inside the vehicle and on the keyfob. | ||||||||||
Enter and start the vehicle without removing the key from your pocket. | ||||||||||
View the rear seats via a camera that displays on the instrument panel. | ||||||||||
Control the audio system, rear HVAC, nav, and/or other functions via a smartphone-based app. | ||||||||||
Unlock and lock the car using buttons on the keyfob. | ||||||||||
Start the car using a button on the keyfob. Interior can be a comfortable temperature as soon as you get in. | ||||||||||
Operate the power windows, sunroof, and/or convertible roof using buttons on the keyfob. | ||||||||||
Greatly reduce the amount of sunlight entering the rear side windows. Retract into rear doors. | ||||||||||
Greatly reduce the amount of sunlight entering the third-row side windows. Retract into rear side panels. | ||||||||||
Homelink. | ||||||||||
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||||||||
Rear disc brakes. | ||||||||||
Automatically contacts 911 through a linked cell phone in the event of a severe collision. | ||||||||||
If active, automatically move forward when the vehicle is rear-ended. Note: becoming less common. | ||||||||||
Only listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars. | ||||||||||
Automatically pulse the brakes in hard stops to prevent wheels from locking up, making it possible to brake and steer at the same time. | ||||||||||
If collision detection system senses imminent collision, applies moderate braking. | ||||||||||
Automatically brakes car to avoid low-speed collisions. | ||||||||||
Mirror-mounted lights indicate when another vehicle is in a blind spot. | ||||||||||
When a panic stop is sensed, fully applies the brakes. | ||||||||||
Warns of traffic coming from either direction when vehicle is in reverse, to prevent accidents when backing out of parking spaces. | ||||||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | ||||||||||
Alerts driver when approaching the preceding car too quickly. | ||||||||||
Mandatory, in all cars. | ||||||||||
Selectively applies the brakes to maintain a slow, steady descent on off-road downhill slopes. | ||||||||||
Applies the brakes to hold the vehicle in place on an incline. Incomplete data, so only displayed when pricing a single vehicle. | ||||||||||
Alerts driver when the vehicle seems to be wandering out of the lane. | ||||||||||
Proactively helps keep the car centered inside a detected lane via steering assistance. | ||||||||||
Beeps signal distance to object in front of vehicle. Parking aid. | ||||||||||
Beeps signal distance to object behind vehicle. Parking aid. | ||||||||||
Warns driver of pedestrians in path of car. | ||||||||||
Prepares brakes (and sometimes also seat belts) for use when radar detects an imminent collision. Might also move seats and close windows. Early Lexus system used laser. Since automatic braking became common it has been unclear which models have this feat | ||||||||||
Rearview camera connected to display screen on the instrument panel. Often requires navigation system. | ||||||||||
Deploys extended duration side curtain airbags when the vehicle rolls over. Usually included on tall vehicles. Rare on others. | ||||||||||
Airbags contained just above the window level. Cover all three rows. | ||||||||||
Selectively applies the brakes to prevent excessive understeer or oversteer (spinning). | ||||||||||
Two types: a warning light when a tire is low on air and a pressure readout for each tire. | ||||||||||
When a drive wheel slips, it is braked and/or engine power is reduced, restoring traction. | ||||||||||
Cargo Management | ||||||||||
Do not have to open entire tailgate to access the cargo area. | ||||||||||
Usually part of an overhead console. | ||||||||||
Requires roof rails. Together constitute a roof rack. | ||||||||||
No crossbars. | ||||||||||
Large storage area beneath the load floor, often compartmentalized. | ||||||||||
Includes four-wire harness, limited to relatively small trailers. | ||||||||||
Climate Control | ||||||||||
Maintains set temperature in front row. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value. | ||||||||||
Temperature can be separately set for left and right sides of the passenger compartment. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value. | ||||||||||
Filters exterior air before it enters the passenger compartment. No default value because most cars have them, even in cases where they're not in the official list of features. | ||||||||||
Wipers automatically turn on and adjust their speed based on input from a rain sensor. | ||||||||||
Maintains set temperature in rear passenger area by providing heated or cooled air through vents in the center console, B-pillars, and/or ceiling. Replaces and includes value of rear air vents with manual controls. | ||||||||||
Fan speed and/or temperature can be manually set for vents in the center console, B-pillars, and/or ceiling. Includes value of rear vents. | ||||||||||
Ducts under front seats direct heated air to the second row. | ||||||||||
A second evaporator provides cool air to rear vents. Does not include the value of these vents. Includes rear heater. | ||||||||||
Time between wipes can be precisely adjusted. | ||||||||||
Heating elements defrost area where front wipers rest. | ||||||||||
Engine / Motor | ||||||||||
No value because no way to compare across models. | ||||||||||
Automatically cuts off the engine when the vehicle is stopped and restarts it when the driver lifts off the brake pedal. Not listed for hybrids, where it is generally part of the powertrain system. | ||||||||||
Exterior | ||||||||||
Close grille openings when not needed to reduce aerodynamic drag. | ||||||||||
Moldings on the bodysides, to protect against door dings in parking lots. | ||||||||||
Reduces interior noise, prevents side windows from shattering. | ||||||||||
Reduces interior noise, prevents side windows from shattering. | ||||||||||
Flaps mounted behind two to four wheels, to protect the body from mud and rocks. | ||||||||||
Can be small lip spoiler or a larger raised spoiler. | ||||||||||
Infotainment | ||||||||||
Higher speed Internet connection. Monthly fee after trial period. | ||||||||||
Jacks for a video camera, game console, or other device with A/V output. | ||||||||||
Requires compatible Android phone. | ||||||||||
Touchscreen and/or voice control over apps that can include online search, Facebook, Twitter, Pandora, OpenTable, and MovieTickets.com. Requires connected compatible phone. Fees may apply after first three years. | ||||||||||
Requires compatible Apple iPhone. | ||||||||||
Jack for an iPod or similar device. No value because of incomplete data. Will soon be standard on nearly every car. | ||||||||||
Entertainment system able to play Blu-Ray discs. | ||||||||||
Uses Bluetooth rather than a cable to integrate audio device. Requires compatible audio device and/or phone. | ||||||||||
Enables hands-free communication by wirelessly connecting a cell phone to a microphone and the vehicle's stereo speakers. | ||||||||||
Includes CD player. | ||||||||||
Audio system capable of playing DVDs on a front-row screen. Inoperative when the vehicle is moving. No value because of incomplete data. | ||||||||||
A DVD player and ceiling-mounted screen. Often includes a pair of wireless headphones. | ||||||||||
High-definition radio, which broadcasts a digital signal. Free, no subscription fees. | ||||||||||
Enables input of HD video. | ||||||||||
Connects car to the Internet to update systems, download information, and/or browse. Includes internal modem, usually requires car-specific broadband service with monthly fee. | ||||||||||
Driver can speak through microphone to the rear speakers. | ||||||||||
Audio system capable of playing discs with MP3 files. | ||||||||||
Screen-based navigation system. | ||||||||||
XM or Sirius. Includes a subscription for three to six months, after which monthly fees apply. | ||||||||||
Converts text messages to speech. | ||||||||||
Can connect a phone plus either a Chromecast, Apple TV, Roku, or other device to the in-car Wi-Fi network and use apps to stream video onto rear screen and/or onto the front screen if the car is in park. | ||||||||||
In-vehicle security, communications, and diagnostics system. For 2011 and newer cars often includes a remote app. Monthly fee after the first 1-12 months. | ||||||||||
Information about traffic conditions. Monthly fee after first 3-12 months. | ||||||||||
Often permits an iPod or phone to be integrated into the vehicle's entertainment system and controls. | ||||||||||
Sometimes also includes voice control over climate control system. | ||||||||||
Provides Wi-Fi within the car. Includes internal modem, usually requires car-specific broadband service with monthly fee. | ||||||||||
Wirelessly charger for phones and audio players. | ||||||||||
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||||||||
High beams automatically turned on and off. | ||||||||||
Interior rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle. | ||||||||||
Headlights automatically turn on and off. Includes value of automatic-off headlights. | ||||||||||
Headlights automatically turn off. | ||||||||||
We haven't given this feature a value because it's hard to tell which cars have it. | ||||||||||
Enables driver to view rear passenger compartment without turning around. | ||||||||||
Light wide area close in front of the vehicle. | ||||||||||
Clears ice and fog from mirrors. | ||||||||||
Includes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror. | ||||||||||
Includes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror. | ||||||||||
LEDs cast a soft glow over and/or highlight parts of the interior. | ||||||||||
The information displayed by the instruments can be customized. Color display(s) of at least 20 square inches. | ||||||||||
Standard or optional in some hybrid vehicles. Fancy display of power flows, enhanced trip computer information. | ||||||||||
LED headlights last longer and use less energy than other types. | ||||||||||
Front row reading lights. | ||||||||||
One or both exterior mirrors tilt down when the transmission is in reverse, to provide view of the curb. | ||||||||||
Area around the vehicle is illuminated when the vehicle is remotely unlocked. | ||||||||||
Includes value of manual remote mirrors. | ||||||||||
Mirrors fold and unfold with the touch of a button inside the vehicle. Good for narrow roads and parking lots. | ||||||||||
Reports engine speed. | ||||||||||
Reports average fuel economy, and perhaps also instantaneous fuel economy, distance to empty, average speed, and other stats. | ||||||||||
Seats and Interior Trim | ||||||||||
Only listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars. | ||||||||||
Seat folds to enlarge cargo area. Unless the seat is also removable, it usually folds flat or nearly flat. | ||||||||||
Seat folds to enlarge cargo area. Unless the seat is also removable, it usually folds flat or nearly flat. | ||||||||||
Either or both second row bucket seats can be adjusted inward, potentially forming a bench all the way to the left, all the way to the right, or in the center. | ||||||||||
Seating surfaces are trimmed in leather; other upholstery tends to be leatherette. | ||||||||||
Seat adjusts back and forth to vary the split between the second row and the third row or cargo area. | ||||||||||
Brings center section closer to front seats, making it easier to reach from the front seat. Useful for an infant in a car seat. | ||||||||||
Manually tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment. | ||||||||||
Lower back support power-adjustable vertically as well as in and out. | ||||||||||
Power-adjustable lower back support. | ||||||||||
Power-adjustable cushion length; provides better support for long legs. | ||||||||||
Power tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment. | ||||||||||
Seat must be removed for maximum cargo capacity and a flat load floor. | ||||||||||
Fabric that resists stains, and in many cases odors as well. | ||||||||||
Small center seat section converts captains into a bench and stows when not in use. | ||||||||||
Seat stows in a well completely beneath the floor level. | ||||||||||
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||||||||
Outer surface of alloy wheels machines to yield a bright finish. Replace and include value of reqular alloy wheels. | ||||||||||
Transmission | ||||||||||
Paddles or buttons that can be used to manually shift the transmission. Only listed when optional or not always included with an automatic transmission. | ||||||||||
Only listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars. |
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