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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New to honda - 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour
By brian - June 1 - 5:40 amLove this car. All the features are great. The backup camera is awesome, and highly recommended!
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Good job Honda! - 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour
By NWcar2 - May 21 - 8:30 amWe have been looking for a new car for the last couple of years. When we read about the CrossTour, we wanted to wait until we could test drive it. All I can say is Wow! We tested about everything Toyota and Honda have to offer and the CrossTour was the standout. We love the quiet ride (thanks to the Active Sound Control). Also, the Honda Navigation system is the only one I would buy. It is awesome. If youre looking for a car with great comfort, a little extra luggage space/flexibility in the back and super technology, this is the car for you.
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Very Nice - 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour
By Bud - April 28 - 4:10 pmImpulse buy and totally satisfied so far. Solid, comfortable and roomy. Performance is fine. Lots of compliments and questions from people. I think Honda has a winner here
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100% satisfied! - 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour
By myfirsthonda - April 13 - 1:30 pmWe test drove the Honda crosstour, the Toyota venza, Nissan murano, and Lexus rx, and decided to get the ct because it outshines in every aspect compared to the others. We love everything the crosstour has to offer, although we bought the base model, we found the options are more than enough for what we need. Overall, 100% happy.
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CW4JSOCFBNCs Accord Crosstour - 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour
By CW4JSOCFBNC - April 10 - 5:56 amWe purchased a CPO 2009 Honda Accord EX-L with Navigation about two weeks earlier. We also wanted an AWD vehicle without the AWD size and prices. After researching the market we purchased the 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour EX-L w/ Navigation March 2010. The vehicle is aggressive looking. The interior seating is comfortable. The dashboard console offers exceptional features comparable to the Acura product line. The driving experience is great and smooth both in the city and on the highway. In my opinion the Honda Accord and Honda Accord Crosstour are the new Acura luxury automobile/SUV for conservative smart economic people who want to maintain common sense in this environment. Thank you
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Smooth Operator - 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour
By Sammy in LA - February 4 - 10:43 pmI purchased my Crosstour last week and I guess I should say "we" got it since my husband has driven it more than I have. I was driving a 2001 Toyota Rav which I loved for the practicality and gas mileage but hated the lack of luxury. I had been set on getting the Infinity EX but after driving the Crosstour and seeing all the features with the EXL model I was sold. The only thing we liked more on the EX was the clock. The backseats in the Crosstour offer so much more space and comfort. The cargo area has the cool storage underneath, where the spare tire is on the EX. This car is very luxurious without the price.
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Crosstour Exploding Sunroofs - 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour
By CT Exploding Sunroof - January 29 - 2:00 amThis performs and feels well. Unfortunately, my Honda Crosstour along with others online have had a problem with spontaneously exploding sunroofs. In my situation, American Honda and Gillman Honda had no intention of analyzing the situation with concern and they seem to be experts at ping ponging customers back and forth.
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Great vehicle from Honda - 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour
By Howie D - January 27 - 1:53 amAfter leasing an Lexus RX350 for the past 3 yrs, I was ready for something new and less costly. I had not even considered the Crosstour until a friend suggested I check out this vehicle. All it took was 1 test drive and I was sold. I leased a fully equipped Crosstour with Nav and extremely pleased with everything this vehicle offers. Smooth drivetrain, excellent Navigation and Audio system, quality feel are just a few of the many things this vehicle offers. I also considered a Nissan Murano and Toyota Venza but the Crosstour was a clear winner!
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I love this car! - 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour
By rudycantfail - January 4 - 11:33 pmIve bought a lot of new cars, but I havent ever been as excited about one as this. It feels like a much more expensive car. Its fast, quiet, luxurious, head-turning - I could go on and on! I enjoy my drive to work so much now that I actually wish it were longer. I shopped this car against the similarly equipped Subaru Outback (ltd w/moonroof) for a long time, but I think that the value is much better on the Honda Crosstour - it really feels like a lot of car for the money. EX-L/4WD MSRP is about $35k, but I had two quotes for less than $30k. Shop around and get competing price quotes from dealers.
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New Crosstour reasons for buying - 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour
By skunkape - January 4 - 4:42 amThis will be wifes car.We wanted something that was easy to enter and exit, rode smooth and had an easy access for loading groceries etc. My wife carries several large plastic containers for work and arts and craft supplies. We both have bad backs and I am 62" and find it painful to get in and out of most cars. We considered a Honda Coupe for my wife but it is smaller inside than it appears. We did not want an SUV or truck like vehicle. The Crosstour fills our needs very well and is very comfortable and roomy. Everyone thinks it is very expensive when they see the Ivory leather interior. Its an Accord so it will be very reliable.
