The Honda Odyssey is without question the handsomest minivan an the market, but it still looks too bland. Leaving the wheel openings the same whilst enlarging the wheels and tires — and stretching the body a bit might give it more flavor. Then we might discuss a manual shift, S2000 engine and a performance suspension.

Car manufacturers are missing a sales opportunity by not offering a stylish, performance minivan. Some of us passionate about cars have families, like to haul things and would not drive an SUV on principle. Nissan has the right idea but their offering simply looks too goofy.