Price Details
| CIF Mombasa (JPY) | 4,165,400 |
|---|---|
| CIF Mombasa (USD) | 27,492 |
| Cost breakdown - Delivered to Nairobi | (KES) |
|---|---|
| CIF Mombasa | 3,582,244 |
| Estimated Import Duty | 2,923,559 |
| Port Clearance Fees | 85,000 |
| Transport to Nairobi | 18,000 |
| Total Cost (Price in Kenya) | 6,608,803 |
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2019 HONDA ODYSSEY in Kenya: Review, Prices & Specs
2019 Honda Odyssey (RC1): A Carimports.co.ke Review
The Big Picture
The 2019 Honda Odyssey (RC1/RC4) is the "Thinking Man's Luxury Van." While the Toyota Alphard dominates the market with its boxy stature, the Odyssey offers a lower, sedan-like driving position and superior handling stability. The 2019 model features the refreshed "Absolute" front face and standard Honda Sensing safety suite, making it a compelling family hauler.
Powertrain & Performance
The Odyssey is available in two distinct flavors for the Kenyan market:
- 2.4L Petrol (Absolute): Uses the K24W Earth Dreams engine (190 hp). It is powerful and simple to maintain but thirsty in city traffic (8–10 km/l). Best for upcountry travel.
- 2.0L Hybrid (e:HEV): The game changer. It uses the i-MMD system to achieve 18–20 km/l in the city. It runs mostly on electric power, with the engine acting as a generator.
Design & Practicality
The Odyssey's party trick is its ultra-low floor platform. Step-in height is significantly lower than an Alphard, making it ideal for elderly passengers or small children. However, this results in a ground clearance of just 150mm. The "Magic Slide" second-row seats offer airline-style luxury with ottomans on high trims.
Reliability & Maintenance
Honda's reliability is legendary, but the CVT transmission requires strict adherence to fluid change intervals (use genuine HCF-2 fluid only). The sliding door motors can be expensive to repair if forced open manually. The Hybrid system is highly reliable but requires specialized technicians for diagnosis.
💰 2019 Honda Odyssey Price in Kenya (Import vs Local)
The Odyssey offers better value than its Toyota rivals. Importing allows you to secure the high-spec "Absolute EX" trim for the price of a base model locally.
| 2019 Trim Level | Est. Import Cost | Avg. Dealer Price | Est. Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Absolute (2.4L Petrol) | Ksh 2.3M - 2.6M | Ksh 3.2M - 3.5M | ~Ksh 900k |
| Hybrid Absolute EX | Ksh 2.8M - 3.2M | Ksh 3.8M - 4.2M | ~Ksh 1.0M |
The Ci Verdict
The 2019 Honda Odyssey is the superior choice for families who want the space of a van but the driving manners of a car. It is safer, more stable, and significantly cheaper than a Toyota Alphard, making it the smart money choice in the MPV segment.
Meet the Rivals
Toyota Alphard
The market king. Offers more vertical space and prestige but drives like a bus and costs 1M+ more.
Check Alphard Prices »Nissan Elgrand
A solid alternative with a plush interior, but suffers from poor fuel economy (2.5L/3.5L) compared to the Odyssey Hybrid.
Check Elgrand Prices »Vehicle Specifications for HONDA ODYSSEY (RC5)
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