HONDA’s third-generation Odyssey claims to set new a precedent in people-mover design by negating the inherent compromise between the ability to transport seven humans in comfort and to offer car-like performance. There’s no doubt the all-new Odyssey, with a far lower centre of gravity and greater interior space (despite being only slightly taller than a Jazz), sets new dynamic benchmarks for the increasingly competitive people-mover market. And its slinkier new shape should attract more wagon-oriented buyers. But Odyssey III’s trumpcard - despite the lack of a V6 engine option - is its $7000-plus price drop, which makes the base model one of the most affordable seven-seaters available.