Honda Odyssey vs Saturn SW
The Saturn SW is more fuel-efficient at 28 MPG combined, against 20 MPG for the Honda Odyssey. At EPA assumptions that is about $950 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Honda Odyssey | Saturn SW | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 112 | 52 |
| Most reported problem | Air bags | Brakes |
| Crashes and fires | 2 and 2 | 9 and 1 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 135,000 miles | 99,000 miles |
| Recalls | 0 | 2 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 20 MPG | 28 MPG |
| City and highway | 18 and 22 | 24 and 36 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,350 | $2,400 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 112 complaints for the Honda Odyssey and 52 for the Saturn SW. Complaint counts depend heavily on how many of each vehicle were sold, so a higher count does not by itself mean a less reliable car.
Safety recalls on file: 0 for the Honda Odyssey, 2 for the Saturn SW.