That Sucks: Honda Runs Out Of Vacuum Cleaners For Odyssey Minivan

Honda fast-forwarded the Odyssey to 2022 as a result.

2021 Honda Odyssey Exterior Front Quarter

Christopher Smith

By: Christopher Smith

Jan 22, 2021 at 12:57pm ET

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There are many reasons to love the Honda Odyssey. It endures as a reminder that three-row seating with ample space for cargo doesn't have to involve a monstrous SUV. Things are a little different for the 2021 Odyssey, however – mainly because it's already a 2022 model. And the reason for that is, frankly, a bit weird.

Jump onto Honda America's website and you'll see the Odyssey just as you normally would. Hop into the configurator and whoa, you're suddenly transported a year into the future. Actually, model-year changeovers for most automakers usually come at the end of summer or early fall, so this is maybe a half-year time jump. Still, we aren't even through the first month of 2021, and with the Odyssey already sporting an updated face, there's nothing new for 2022. What gives, Honda?

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Actually, it's what Honda is giving up. The nifty HondaVac built-in vacuum that was available on the range-topping Elite is gone, apparently due to supplier issues. We contacted Honda for a bit more information, with a spokesperson telling Motor1.com that the loss of the vacuum was indeed the primary reason for pulling forward the 2022 model year Odyssey. It certainly seems strange to advance an entire model year simply for the cancellation of a single piece of equipment, especially since it was a rather exclusive item anyway. Honda tells us that the Elite only comprised 20 percent of Odyssey sales since 2014.

Gallery: 2021 Honda Odyssey Elite

2021 Honda Odyssey Elite Exterior Front Quarter

2021 Honda Odyssey Elite Exterior Rear Quarter

The Odyssey Elite starts at $47,280 – the same as it was for 2021 – elevating it to the same stage as a base model Volvo XC90 or other SUVs that are arguably more luxurious. And while a built-in vacuum is neat, it's not like a person can't buy a portable vacuum for $50 to use in a base-model $32,090 Odyssey. It will be interesting to see if there are any changes in Elite pricing going forward.

Source: Honda via TheDrive

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