Honda Odyssey people-carriers of this era are packaged for families: sliding rear doors, flexible 2nd/3rd row seating and generous cabin space. The hybrid petrol variant uses Honda's hybrid drive (electric assist/e-CVT style system) so pay attention to battery/inverter condition and any hybrid-specific service history — replacement battery packs are uncommon but costly once out of warranty. Expect Honda-level build quality, but MPVs in general have softer resale in Ireland compared with SUVs.

• Hybrid battery state-of-health check (capacity/report from a dealer or hybrid specialist) and look for hybrid-system warning messages on the dash.
• Automatic hybrid gearbox/e-CVT behaviour — no hesitations, shudders or unusual noise on acceleration; check for warning lights and ensure smooth changeover between EV and petrol drive.
• Sliding door runners, electric motor operation and seals (doors are high-use items on family MPVs and costly to fix if motors/rails wear).
• Third-row seat folding mechanisms and seat-rail condition (stiff/locked latches, torn upholstery or seized rails are common after heavy family use).
• Exterior underside and wheel-arch corrosion, especially around rear load sill and tailgate hinge areas — MPVs often show wear from child seats and loading.