kfx216 wrote:
Quick update if it helps anyone...
The dealer said he has a few customers who tow with their Odys and that I can get an upgraded transmission for towing.
Am I missing any key option? Thanks!
Honda's do not have transmission "options" exactly, and they DO NOT have "upgrades" for towing. At times they change with trim levels, where they had put the 6 speed in the Touring only.
For the latest Ody trims, you get a VERY good 6 speed trans at ALL trim levels. I thought their 5 speed was really great until I drove my neighbors 2013 Ody Touring. Holy cow, what a great match up with their V6.
Regarding a key option, yeah you're missing something alright! Only that your dealer doesn't know WTF they're talking about.
For towing, you want to make sure you add the towing package, which typically includes a transmission cooler and power steering cooler. Along with the hitch and wiring of course. (let the dealer install it) Make sure you deal on price here, never pay their retail (highly inflated) price.
And if the Highlander (or Traverse) is a close #2, may be take it for another spin. The extra 1500lbs+ in towing may offset the high MPG's of the Ody.
Remember, you'll only see those high numbers on pure highway drives. Not city and not even mixed. You'll be see 17-20 in 80/20 city driving in both Ody and Highlander. Ditto on the Traverse.
