Overview & Reviews
Over eight generations, the Honda Accord has morphed from a spunky compact hatchback into a critically acclaimed, best-selling midsize sedan. Along the way it's also managed to spin off coupe, wagon and hybrid-powered variants. More recently, Honda took the opportunity to catch the burgeoning fastback crossover wave with a novel Accord-based offering called the Accord Crosstour.
The Crosstour is a wagonlike conveyance that features increased ride height, extra room out back and available all-wheel drive (AWD). But despite its expanded cargo area relative to the Accord, the Crosstour delivers considerably less cargo space than most rivals. If you like the Accord sedan but need more space or all-wheel drive, the composed and carlike Honda Accord Crosstour is worth checking out. But if you aren't sold on the design or don't carry lots of stuff, there are better crossovers to consider.
Most Recent Honda Accord Crosstour
Note: After just two years of marketing this model as the Accord Crosstour, Honda renamed it just "Crosstour" for the 2012 model year. It's the same car, however, and a review of the 2012-and-up Crosstour can be found here.
The Honda Accord Crosstour was produced for 2010 and 2011. Two upscale trim levels of this crossover wagon were offered -- EX and EX-L. The EX came with a sunroof, dual-zone automatic climate control, power front seats, a 60/40-split-folding rear seat and a six-CD changer. The EX-L added bigger wheels, leather upholstery, heated front seats, Bluetooth and premium audio. A navigation system with voice activation and a back-up camera was the only option, and it was only available on the EX-L.
The Accord Crosstour was front-wheel drive by default, with all-wheel drive an option on the EX-L only. All Accord Crosstours were powered by a 3.5-liter V6 producing 271 horsepower. A five-speed automatic was the sole available transmission. In performance testing, a front-wheel-drive Crosstour went from zero to 60 mph in a class-competitive 7.5 seconds.
In reviews, we noted that while overall acceleration was adequate, off-the-mark performance was a little soft due to a lack of torque. Also, the transmission was reluctant to downshift at highway speeds. But despite the Crosstour's elevated center of gravity and extra 300 pounds compared to the Accord sedan, it was still pleasant to drive, with predictable steering and composed handling. The Crosstour's cabin was actually quieter over the road than the sedan's, a welcome upgrade.
Those familiar with the Accord sedan of the same time period will feel right at home in the Crosstour's cabin. The center stack had an attractive high-tech appearance, though an abundance of similar-looking buttons made it look overly busy. The optional navigation system only added to the clutter, but it was easy to operate using voice commands and the multipurpose controller. The Honda Accord Crosstour's sloping roof line ate into rear cargo space -- there was only a bit over 51 cubic feet with the rear seatbacks folded -- though rear passengers enjoyed ample leg- and headroom.
User Reviews:
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Bubba STILL Loves This Car - 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour
By Bubbalovesthiscar - June 5 - 9:23 amIts been several months since I first purchased this car and wrote my first review (4/3/10 original). Ive got nearly 7000 miles on the car. I hate when Im NOT driving it. I cant help it. Its a fun car to drive and its still turning heads (believe me: It aint ME theyre looking at!). Its the perfect combination of style, class, performance, and usefulness.
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Great Car - 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour
By david goodvin - June 4 - 3:01 am156k Less than 1500 in repairs
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Surprise - 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour
By Bill@KingwoodTx - April 24 - 1:50 pmFor the last 21 years Ive driven only BMWs. I thought it was time to grow up since I am now 64. I drove everything in Houston over the last 2 years and to my surprise I fell in love with the Crosstour. It does everything well. Im 65" and have no problem with headroom like with 95% of everything else. The car is fun to drive (it isnt a BMW but then I didnt want another one) sporty in fact. Mileage has been great with the 3-4-6 cylinder operation of the engine. The build quality is exceptional and the car feels very solid. After much looking and test driving I believe I made the correct choice. The only cars I liked as well were the Acuras, which is a Honda, but I fit in only the MDX.
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I LOVE MY HONDA!!!! Crosstour - 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour
By Philcrow - March 21 - 2:43 amI have owned this Crosstour for like 6 weeks now and LOVE every minute of my driving in it. I feel very classy driving around in this classy car.
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Post SUV/Mini Van - 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour
By Karter - March 1 - 12:30 amThis is perfect for empty-nesters for parents with very young kids who dont yet need 3rd row seating, carrying soccer teams, etc... My wife and two 6ft teenage sons love it. I wanted to get my wife her first car versus SUV or mini van in about 15 years. It feels much bigger and more substantial than an Accord sedan. Very wide and log but in a good way. Not cheap or flimsy. Better ride, acceleration and performance than our old Pilot. Also less expensive than new Pilot. Especially when coming from an SUV or mini van, you MUST get the back-up camera (which is excellent even when snowing at night) or at least the dealer-installed back-up sensors. If you are leasing, the factory nav is better.
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CT will evolve into a real winner - 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour
By crowmass - February 2 - 7:46 pmWe just leased our CT-Navi after driving a Pilot(s) for the past six years. Our kids are no longer car- pool age, and we wanted to downsize. More importantly, we wanted to stay with Honda products. The CT-Navi is a tremendous car and value. The ride is terrific. Beware on highway as 70 mph feels like your only doing 55 mph! Highway mileage is very good @ 27 per gal. Regarding all the reviews I read about the car being beaten with an "ugly stick", I just dont get it. Admittedly, it is a different design but it works! I parked next to an Audi A-6 yesterday, and the Audi owner was very impressed! Finally, and most importantly for me, I am very tall (67"). The car is very comfortable to drive.
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Best Honda ever! - 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour
By Rowens34 - January 7 - 6:46 pmDrives great, looks fantastic and has everything I want in a car.
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We adore our Crosstour! - 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour
By White Wedding - December 21 - 7:10 pmMy husband and I came to a compromise on the type of vehicle we both wanted independently and decided that the Crosstour best met both of our needs. His need for speed and room for his 6 foot 300 lb. stature, and my need for safety, strong motor and trunk space. We both required the high stature, as we had previously owned a Mercury Montego and loved how it sat up higher than other Sedans. The Crosstour is so much fun to drive - it hauls "tooshie"! I just wish that the gear box did not have to think about it first when you step on the gas pedal. The car feels sturdy and I feel safe in it. I love the look of it, but its a love hate styling for most people. All in all a good car!
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Honda Crosstour - 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour
By R. Young - December 14 - 11:39 amOne of the best cars ever. I love it and would buy another.
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Something you should know - 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour
By Jill - November 19 - 5:33 pmI recently purchased my AWD Honda Crosstour and couldnt have been more excited. Spent a lot of time deciding although I am a Honda fan. This was a splurge but I dove in. I had the car for about two weeks and loved it. I decided to take it for its first car wash. As I was led through the automatic machine about ten seconds into my wash my rear window completely exploded into a million pieces spewing glass into the hatch back cover as well as into the back seat! Frightening experience. As of now the car wash is claiming its a Honda defect and Honda saying it was absolutely the car washs fault. Now Ive been without my car for a week with no resolution and I have hired an attorney.
