2011 honda accord crosstour

Honda’s all-new Crosstour is an example of form following function as Honda adds functionality and cargo capacity to the midsize Accord. Unfortunately, the resulting form is a 5-door hatchback that is so ungainly and awkward-looking that the additional utility pales in comparison. There just isn’t a good angle from which to view this vehicle, and the inner beauty is limited by the steeply sloped roofline, which limits the rear cargo area. On a positive note, the Crosstour is powered by Honda’s superb 3.5-liter V6 engine, which churns out 271 horsepower. But the overall driving experience is uninspiring. The Crosstour is all about utility, and that’s exactly how it drives. It does everything you need a vehicle to do, but just isn’t appealing. –

Mike Meredith

The new Crosstour looks like the offspring of tryst between a CR-V and an Accord. Unfortunately for Honda, the combination just doesn’t work visually: It’s an ugly baby. Nevertheless, the Crosstour is a solid utility vehicle. The overall exterior dimensions are short enough for agility in city commuting and parking, though long enough to provide a decent amount of cargo space. The trunk has good storage space, and with the seats down, the combined space is generous enough for most moderate hauling jobs. Like other Hondas, the Crosstour drives well and delivers decent gas mileage.

I achieved 24 mpg in mixed driving. The V6 engine produces 271 horsepower yet seems underpowered when merging and stepping on the gas. Passengers in the back seat should expect tight headroom, and the driver will struggle to see out of the narrow rear window. –

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