On the 18th, Honda Korea announced that it will sponsor the Odyssey as a hole-in-one prize at the KPGA Korean Tour’s ‘Honor’s K · Sollago CC Han Jang-sang Invitational.’
This event will be held from July 20 to 23 at the Sollago Country Club in Taean, Chungcheongnam-do. Honda Korea will award the Odyssey to the first player to achieve a hole-in-one at the 12th hole (Par 3) and will showcase the vehicle during the tournament.
The Honda Odyssey is a premium minivan that provides safety and convenience for families, as well as the joy of driving. Equipped with Honda Sensing, the next-generation driver-assistance system, it boasts top-notch safety performance, having received the IIHS Top Safety Pick + award.
The vehicle features folding 2nd-row captain seats and 2nd-row magic slide seats, allowing for versatile seating arrangements. With the largest cargo space in its class, it is perfect for various leisure activities like golf and camping. The powertrain includes a 3.5L direct-injection i-VTEC engine that delivers a powerful performance of 284 horsepower and 36.2 kg·m of torque, effectively managing power, torque, and fuel efficiency through variable cylinder management and a 10-speed automatic transmission.
Lee Ji-hong, CEO of Honda Korea, stated, “Through this vehicle sponsorship, we hope to enrich the tournament and bring joy to golf fans in Korea. Moving forward, Honda Korea will continue to engage in cultural marketing activities that convey the value and appeal of our brand.”
Lee Sang-jin daedusj@autodiary.kr