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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  No regrets! - 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour
  By JIm - October 1 - 9:56 am

  Been shopping for over a year, comparing all models in this class. Also reviewed all the Edmunds, Consumer Reports, and Motor Trend Reviews to find a reason why I should not buy this car for my family of 5. I could not find one, other than the controversial styling, which I love. Looks like an Accord on steroids! Love the ride too; responsive, plenty of room for my 3 adult sized children in the back seating, and the quietness of the interior w/Active Sound Control makes the stereo and the cabin much more pleasurable. I did not want an SUV or minivan like every other family. This has great utility and rides like a car. NO regrets!

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  Great value for money, amazing CUV! - 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour
  By Iyoob - September 10 - 11:16 am

  I was the first few who bought this vehicle (dec 09), when the media was kicking off dust over its styling. Myself and my wife actually fell in love with styling of this car with the first look. Build quality is true to Honda and is very good. Rear visibility felt little compromised in the beginning, but then you will quickly get over that, especially once you start noticing the view below the spoiler. Turning radius is little less compared to accord which I was used to, but its matter of few days time by which you will get over it. Other than these, it is fantastic. Smooth and excellent ride, adequate power, quiet interiors and adequate space. The vehicle gives very sturdy and sporty feel

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  Excpetion leg room - 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour
  By Marsman - September 1 - 2:03 am

  I have 2 kids with car seats, and when I drive I usually recline the seats all the way back, leaving my kids with only a few inches of leg room. NOT the case here. Plenty of room, my kids arent cramped up, not kicking the back of my seat. Cargo room is great. Went to home depot the other day. Folded down the seats and everything fit great. Looks are exceptional. I constantly get comments like what kind of car is that, looks great etc.

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  Awesome Car Hands down! - 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour
  By PD - August 1 - 12:46 am

  This is my first Honda. I fell in love with this car from the time I test drove it. It handles with lots of solidity and control. The shape and sleekness of this car catches everyones attention. This car looks better in person. Go check it out yourself. Bet ya buy one!

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  Test all aspects of rear visibility - 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour
  By cwest54 - July 28 - 9:33 am

  Picked this car over the Toyota Venza and Subaru Outback. It has distinctive exterior styling and nice attention to detail with interior. Good handling, quiet ride, very decent power. Total rear cargo bay area less than main competition but is versatile. Rear visibility is quite poor, however, it takes getting used to heavy reliance on side mirrors. Rearview is at its worst at night because of the tinted glass of hatchback door. Car is questionably safe backing up without optional backup sensors and rearview camera that is part of navigation unit. Prospective buyers beware that nav/rearview camera is factory install only and cannot be retrofitted to the vehicle because of dash configuration.

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  Crosstour beats Venza hands down - 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour
  By Howie D - July 23 - 10:30 am

  My lease was up on my RX350 and test drove the Toyota Venza and Nissan Murano before trying out the Crosstour. The Crosstour was a clear winner! Excellent drive train and quieter engine vs the RX350. Love the new styling, very sporty and fun to drive. I am 63 so headroom is very important and the Crosstour had the most headroom.

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  I love my Crosstour - 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour
  By maynard - June 18 - 10:07 pm

  Most people who hate this car dont own or drive one.

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  Great Car - 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour
  By ttranrx - May 18 - 7:30 pm

  Ive had the crosstour for 1 month now and I still love it. Ive had so many people compliment how roomy and comfortable the ride was. People have loved the new body style. If you are thinking about a new car, you should test drive the crosstour.

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  I love my CrossTour - 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour
  By Gnew - March 7 - 8:10 pm

  This my 2nd Honda, I just went to the CrossTour from a 2006 Pilot and I love it. It drives great and handles like a dream. I am a sales guy on the road and wanted better gas mileage, Room and comfort, I got all three with my Crosstour. The Navi is easy to use and it can get out of its own way on the highway (something the Pilot had trouble doing). The looks are Just outstanding, people walk up to me and wow is that a Honda! I cant be happier with my CrossTour.

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  Cross Tour- Accord on Steroids!! - 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour
  By shoes4 - March 4 - 3:26 pm

  Just picked up our 2011 CT EXL, after test driving (3) Subarus, Legacy, Forester, Outback EXL- which was the best of those three Subs. Stopped at our local Honda Dealer and took out the CT EXL- Everything about the CT blows the Subarus away..Fit, finish, ride, all Honda quality.. Owning a Honda is like money in the bank.. they have the highest resale value of any car.. why? because Honda makes one of the best cars in the industry. period.. The CT is a joy to drive, we are looking forward to a long relationship with the our CT. They cost a bit more, but you get what you pay for... Keep up the good work Honda!!