Is the Honda Odyssey Touring worth it over the EX-L?

Typical prices (approximate): Odyssey EX-L: $42,000–$44,000 · Odyssey Touring: $46,000–$48,000

For most families, the Honda Odyssey Touring is only worth the extra money over the EX-L if you’ll use the built-in family tech. The Touring typically adds CabinWatch and CabinTalk, plus a rear entertainment system and a few convenience upgrades. If you want built-in entertainment and an easier way to keep an eye on back-seat kids, Touring makes sense.

If your kids are happy with tablets/iPads and you don’t need the camera/intercom features, the EX-L is usually the smarter buy because it already gives you the most important premium features: leather-trimmed seats, a power moonroof, power tailgate, heated front seats, and Honda Sensing.

As for price, the Touring usually costs a few thousand dollars more than the EX-L, but the exact gap can vary by model year and market. Check the window sticker and current Honda pricing for the specific year you’re shopping.