4 2021 Honda Models Fit for a Family

There’s a lot to consider if you’re choosing a car for your family, from adequate seating to plenty of storage space. Honda’s 2021 lineup offers several exciting options that are sure to appeal to families of all sizes. Let’s take a look at some of them.

2021 Honda Odyssey

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Families looking for plenty of space can’t go wrong with Honda’s minivan, the 2021 Odyssey.

Its three rows of seats provide enough space for adults to sit wherever they like. And if installing seats for the kids is a major consideration, you’ll find two complete sets of LATCH connectors for the outermost seats in the second and third rows.

The infotainment system includes some handy family-friendly features. For example, CabinWatch gives you a video feed of the second and third rows so you can keep an eye on your passengers, while CabinTalk lets you speak to rear seat passengers through the van’s stereo system.

For extra peace of mind for you and your family, the Odyssey comes standard with a wide range of safety features, such as forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, and lane keep assist.

Honda Pilot

If you’d prefer an SUV to a minivan but still need the three rows of seating capacity, the Pilot is right for you. All three rows of seats include ample room for adult passengers, making it an ideal car for large families. The second row features three complete sets of LATCH connectors for installing child seating, and there’s another full set for the passenger-side seat in the third row.

You can choose to have a seven-seat or eight-seat setup for the Pilot, depending on your family’s needs. The seven-seater features second-row captain’s chairs for a touch more comfort, but even the bench seating in the eight-seater setup is good for long drives.

The Pilot’s versatility continues into its available cargo storage. It possesses over 18 cubic feet of capacity behind the third row, which is outstanding for a mid-sized SUV. If you fold down the third row of seating, you can increase your cargo capacity to 55.9 cubic feet, while still having seating for up to five passengers.

Whether you’re carrying a lot of cargo or the maximum number of passengers, the Pilot’s 3.5-liter V-6 engine will provide your family with plenty of power to get to your destination. The engine can produce 280 horsepower and is paired with a nine-speed automatic transmission that makes for a smooth ride. With this power, the Pilot’s gas mileage of 20 mpg in the city and 27 mpg on the highway are impressive and will help you keep your family’s gas costs reasonable.

Honda HRV

The HRV is a great choice for small families. With seating for five and over 24 cubic feet of storage behind the second row, you’ll have an adequate amount of cargo capacity for your daily needs.

The HRV’s 1.8-liter V-4 engine is paired with a continuously variable transmission, which is a good setup for driving around town. If cost is a concern for your family, the HRV’s gas mileage of 28 mpg in the city and 34 mpg on the highway is excellent for a subcompact SUV and will help you keep your gas spending down.

There’s plenty of legroom in the rear for taller passengers. In addition, the HRV features two complete sets of LATCH connectors on the outer rear seats for installing child seating. The middle seat has a tether anchor.

The standard infotainment system has a five-inch infotainment screen and four-speaker audio system. If you or your kids enjoy linking your phones to your car’s infotainment system, you’ll need to upgrade to gain access to Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.

The safety features on the HRV will help to keep your family safe. Both the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety rated the HRV positively in its safety tests, with the NHTSA giving it an overall score of five out of five stars, while the IIHS awarded it the top mark of “good.” Several driver assistance features are available as add-ons, including forward-collision warning and automatic emergency braking.

Honda Passport

This mid-sized SUV with a roomy cabin and two rows of seating is perfect for families who need a bit more space than the HRV can offer. US News and World Report named the Passport its 2021 Best 2-Row SUV for Families. It’s equipped with the same V-6 you get in the Pilot, which should give you plenty of power for most driving situations.

If you’re carrying a full load of five passengers, you still get over 41 cubic feet of cargo capacity behind the second row, which is great for transporting the kids’ things on the way to school or luggage for a family vacation. You also get an additional under-floor storage bin in case you need some extra space.

You’ll find three full sets of LATCH connectors in the rear row, making it easy for you to install child seats for the kids. Families with older children will be happy to hear that there’s plenty of headroom and legroom in the second row, meaning that teenagers can ride comfortably in the back even on longer drives. The 8-inch infotainment screen is also great for keeping the kids entertained. The standard inclusion of Apple CarPlay and Android Auto allows them to easily connect their electronic devices with the Passport’s infotainment system. For longer journeys, you may want to upgrade to get a wireless hotspot.

To keep your family safe on the road, the Passport features a good selection of standard safety technology. This includes forward-collision warning, automatic emergency braking, and lane departure warning. When you’re traveling on the highway, you can also benefit from adaptive cruise control.

Now you know what Honda’s 2021 lineup has to offer for families like yours. We hope we’ve been able to help make your choice a lot easier. If you still have questions, don’t hesitate to reach out to us. Our friendly auto sales team at Ike Honda can’t wait to set your family up with the ideal SUV or minivan to suit your needs.