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  • Say Goodbye to Honda Crosstour. It is Never Coming Back.

    If you drive a Honda Crosstour, then you are a lucky one, because Honda has decided to cease the production of the 2016 model year version. The car was originally introduced in 2010, and intended to bring about a combination of a crossover, sedan and a wagon. The last edition of the model was equipped wit the powerful but fuel-efficient Earth Dreams V-6 engine, which was rated at 278 horsepower (204 kW) and 341 Nm (252 lb-ft) of torque, and was linked to an AWD.

    The other unit in the powertrain range was the 2.4-liter DOHC i-VTEC, generating 192 horsepower (141 kW) and 220 Nm (162 lb-ft) of torque. It was connected to a five-speed automatic transmission with Grade Logic Control.

    Although, Crosstour’s exterior stance exuded sleek and sporty proportions, the car was said to be one of the ugliest on the market. Well, opinions may vary, since I find it really attractive. Unfortunately, Honda is a brand that follows strongly customers’ opinion and the result is at hand.

    In addition, the Japanese company has a growth strategy in North America that includes strengthening of its light truck line-up. This is visible through the recent introduction of the CR-V, the stunningly beautiful HR-V, the Pilot, and the next gen Ridgeline truck. Moreover, Honda is also planning to fortify its leading lineup of passenger cars, starting with the new Civic.

    The company also says that Crosstour has played a significant role, in targeting crossover customers. However, it is obvious that with the introduction of the new HR-V, Honda is actually creating new perception for the crossovers in the segment, thus aiming to attract new buyers.

    This is definitely sad news for all Honda fans, but it will probably open many new unexplored horizons.

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    Source: Honda 

  • Honda Launches 2015 Crosstour

    2015-Honda-Crosstour-THUMB2015 Honda Crosstour has purposeful looks and luxurious styling. It has the visual appeal of a crossover but offers sedan-like driving manners and is fitted with wide range of impressive features. The car is currently going on sale in North America. The Crosstour will be offered with wither of two engines. The EX models come with two-wheel-drive and are powered by 2.4-liter engine. The top of the range unit is the 3.5-liter V-6 engine, and it can be combined with either a two wheel drive or a Real Time Four-Wheel Drive.

    2015 Crosstour provides comfortable seating for five people and also available 51.3 cubic feet of cargo space and a hidden removable utility box. As a standard the car comes equipped with a rearview camera with guidelines, Bluetooth HandsFreeLink, USB/iPod connection, fog lights, one-touch turn signals and an expanded-view driver’s mirror.

    Honda has also prepared a host of available equipment, including LaneWatch display, HondaLink featuring Aha compatibility, Lane Departure Warning (LDW) and Forward Collision Warning (FCW). As mentioned, the two front-wheel-drive Crosstour trim options – EX and EX-L, are powered either by a 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine. It produces 192 horsepower (141 kW) and has an EPA highway rating of 31 mpg.

    The two trims can be also powered by the 3.5-liter V-6 unit, which generates 278 horsepower (204 kW) and comes with Variable Cylinder Management which enhances the fuel efficiency. Crosstour EX-L V-6 model can also be equipped with Real Time 4WD.

    2015 Honda Crosstour Pricing and Fuel Economy Ratings:

    TRIM MSRP1 EPA Fuel Economy Ratings4
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    Crosstour 2WD EX $27,530 22/31/25
    Crosstour 2WD EX-L $31,215 22/31/25
    Crosstour 2WD EX-L Navi $33,315 22/31/25
    Crosstour 2WD EX V-6 $31,190 20/30/23
    Crosstour 2WD EX-L V-6 $33,840 20/30/23
    Crosstour 2WD EX-L V-6 Navi $35,940 20/30/23
    Crosstour 4WD EX-L V-6 $35,290 19/28/22
    Crosstour 4WD EX-L V-6 Navi $37,390 19/28/22
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    2014 Honda Crosstour

    Source: Honda 

  • Specifications And Pricing Announced For 2014 Honda Crosstour

    2014-Honda-Crosstour-THUMB2014 Honda Crosstour offers a great combination of practicality typical for the crossover, sedan-like drivability and premium equipment. Some of the standard and optional features included in this Honda are the keyless Smart Entry with Push Button start, LaneWatch blind-spot display, and powerful and fuel-efficient Earth Dreams V-6 engine.

    The practicality of the car is delivered by the four-way configurable, 51.3 cubic feet of cargo area, the hidden removable utility box, and the comfortable seating for five. 2014 Crosstour will be offered in two front-wheel-drive trim options (EX, EX-L) powered by either a four-cylinder engine or a powerful 278 horsepower (204 kW) V-6 with Variable Cylinder Management. EX-L V-6 model is also available with Real Time 4WD.

    Other standard equipment here includes a rearview camera with guidelines, Bluetooth HandsFree Link, USB/iPod connection, fog lights, one-touch turn signals and an expanded view driver’s mirror as standard equipment. On the other hand, the available features include HondaLink featuring Ahacompatibility, Lane Departure Warning (LDW) and Forward Collision Warning (FCW).

    To be more precise, the four-cylinder two-wheel-drive EX and EX-L Crosstour models are equipped with the fuel efficient 2.4-liter, 16-valve DOHC i-VTEC® powertrain. The unit generates 192 horsepower (141 kW) and 220 Nm (162 lb-ft.) of torque, and it is matched with 5-speed automatic transmission with Grade Logic Control.

    Next, the Earth Dreams Technology 3.5-liter, 24-valve SOHC i-VTEC® V-6 engine is available on the two-wheel-drive EX and EX-L and is standard on the 4-wheel drive EX-L. To go further into details, it uses Variable Cylinder Management (VCM) which allows the engine to run on three or six cylinders. It produces 278 horsepower (204 kW) and 341 Nm (252 lb-ft.) of torque, and it is coupled with an automatic transmission with steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters.

    Crosstour’s exterior stance is sleek and sporty and shows a perfect dynamic posture. The standard exterior features on Crosstour EX include chrome door handles, 17-inch alloy wheels and P225/65R-17 all-season tires, while the available ones feature auto-on/off projector-beam headlights, a one-touch power moonroof with tilt, body-colored folding power side mirrors with defrost, auto-up/down driver’s and front passenger’s windows, and rear privacy glass.

    The four-wheel independent suspension of the car comes with a double-wishbone front and independent multi-link rear, front and rear stabilizer bars, a front strut tower bar, power-assisted ventilated front and solid rear disc brakes. Crosstour provides 6.2 inches of maximum ground clearance in addition to the available Real Time 4WD system.

    Going inside the vehicle, there is a premium interior styling visible. The features here include air conditioning with an air-filtration system, a 360-watt AM/FM 6-disc CD audio system with seven speakers, Bluetooth HandsFreeLin®, a USB audio interface, steering wheel-mounted cruise, audio and phone controls, an auto day/night dimming rearview mirror, an easy fold-down 60-40 split rear seatback, a hidden removable utility box, reversible floor panels and more.

    In addition to this, the Crosstour EX-L models will add on the top of the standard interior equipment the following: leather-trimmed seating surfaces with heated front seats, memory driver’s seat and memory side mirrors with reverse tilting capability, dual-zone automatic climate control, leather-wrapped steering wheel and gearshift knob, Kevlar cone audio speakers, front aluminum dome-type tweeter speakers, HondaLink with Aha compatibility, Pandora compatibility, XM Radio, compass and outside temperature and a HomeLink transmitter. Honda’s Satellite-linked Navigation System will be offered as an option on the EX-L models.

    The safety and driver assistive technologies in the 2014 Crosstour feature Advanced Compatibility Engineering (ACE) body structure, Stability Assist (VSA), anti-lock brakes with electronic brake distribution and brake assist, side curtain airbags with a rollover sensor, driver’s and front passenger’s side airbags with passenger-side Occupant Position Detection System (OPDS), dual-stage, multiple-threshold front airbags, and active front seat head restraints.

    The Honda’s Forward Collision Warning (FCW) and Lane Departure Warning (LDW) systems are standard for all of the trim levels. At last, in the car are integrated technologies and design features which improve driver’s outward visibility. These are reshaped rear headrests, a standard rearview camera, a new Expanded View Driver’s Mirror, and the LaneWatch blind spot camera.

    2014 Honda Crosstour goes on sale today with a starting price of $27 380USD.

    TRIM MSRP1 EPA Fuel Economy Ratings3
    (city/highway/combined)
    Crosstour 2WD EX $27,380 22/31/25
    Crosstour 2WD EX-L $31,065 22/31/25
    Crosstour 2WD EX-L Navi $33,165 22/31/25
    Crosstour 2WD EX V-6 $31,040 20/30/23
    Crosstour 2WD EX-L V-6 $33,690 20/30/23
    Crosstour 2WD EX-L V-6 Navi $35,790 20/30/23
    Crosstour 4WD EX-L V-6 $35,140 19/28/22
    Crosstour 4WD EX-L V-6 Navi $37,240 19/28/22
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    Source: Honda

  • 2013 Honda Crosstour Concept

    Honda will present a new 2013 Crosstour Concept model at this year’s New York Auto Show. It will reveal the exterior styling direction of the updated model. Obviously, Honda are not pleased with the previous 2012 model, which you can see on the picture, that’s why they plan some redesigning probably based on Accord.

    However, the manufacturer didn’t release any images, but probably the model will be shortly previewed.

    The Crosstour model was launched back in 2009 and features two engines – a 2.4 liter four-cylinder and a mighty 3.5 liter V6 with 314PS (231 kW). It also earned the distinction of J.D. Power and Associates’ “Highest Ranked Midsize Crossover/SUV in Initial Quality” in their 2011 Initial Quality Study SM (IQS).

    Stay tuned for more information about 2013 Crosstour Concept.

    2012 Honda Crosstour EX-L
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    Source: Honda

  • Honda Crosstour with a Fresh Lineup

    The Honda Crosstour will be available with a new 4-cylinder engine and two trim levels next month. It will be cheaper than it’s V6 predecessor and also more economical – the mpg has gone up with 3 and 2 points (EPA) respectively for urban and extra urban driving.

    In terms of design, the Crosstour is a warehouse on 17′ wheels, wrapped around in a curvy, slippery body. Two new paint finishes, with matching door handles, will be available for these newcomers – Twilight Blue Metallic and Basque Red Pearl II. Inside, at the back there is an under-floor compartment which adds to the practicality and reversible cargo floor panels that can be used for transporting dirty items.

    In the cabin, equipment is abundant. The Crosstour EX, which is the lower trim line, gets as standard auto-on/off headlights, USB audio interface and an electrochroming rearview mirror as well as back-up camera display with integrated guidelines. The list goes on as we get also projector-beam headlights, a moonroof, body-colored defrosting electric side mirrors, electronic front-door windows and air conditioning with second-row ventilation. Multimedia indulgences include a 360-watt AM/FM 6-disc audio system with seven speakers and a steering wheel with controls on it for the cruise, audio and phone systems. The EX-L (the higher trim line) gets all of that plus a leather interior, heated front seats, setting memory storage for the driver’s seat and side view mirrors’  position, dual-zone automatic climate control and an even better audio system with Kevlar® cone speakers and front aluminum dome-type tweeter speakers. Also available on the Crosstour EX-L is the Honda Satellite-linked Navigation System.

    2012 Honda Crosstour EX-L (4-cylinder)
    2012 Honda Crosstour EX-L (4-cylinder)

    The power necessary to move all that technology around, comes from a 2.4 16-valve DOHC i-VTEC® engine that delivers 192 horsepower at 7,000 RPM and 162 lb-ft. of torque at 4,400 RPM. This is quite respectable considering the fact that the combined fuel economy stands at the affordable 24 mpg (EPA). One way to achieve such efficiency is to fit a clever 5-speed automatic gearbox with Grade Logic Control as standard to all trim lines. And that is just what Honda have done.

    Safety has been addressed thanks to the Advanced Compatibility Engineering™ (ACE™) body structure that the Crosstour gets. The key is in the shell’s functional design which aids occupant protection and offers increased crash tolerance in frontal collisions. Other safety features on the Crosstour include Vehicle Stability Assist™ (VSA®), anti-lock brakes with electronic brake distribution and brake assist, side curtain airbags with a rollover sensor, driver’s and front passenger’s side airbags with passenger-side Occupant Position Detection System (OPDS), dual-stage, multiple-threshold front airbags, and active front seat head restraints.

    The 2012 Honda Crosstour comes with a 3-year/36,000-mile new-car limited warranty, a 5-year/60,000-mile powertrain limited warranty, and a 5-year/unlimited-mile corrosion limited warranty.

    Source: Honda

  • All-new Honda Accord Crosstour to Arrive in Fall 2009

    Honda Accord Crosstour An all-new crossover vehicle based on the award-winning Honda Accord will go on-sale in the fall of 2009 as the “Accord Crosstour,” American Honda Motor Co., Inc., announced today. This new addition to the Honda lineup will be sold as a 2010 model. Additional information will be announced later in the year. (more…)