Honda has dropped the Accord from the Accord Crosstour crossover making the official name of the car – the 2012 Honda Crosstour for the 2012 model year. Is it that only the name that has changed? The answer is a definite “No”!
For 2012, new features on the Crosstour EX includes automatic on/off headlights, Rear view camera, Bluetooth Hands Free, Link and USB audio interface. Two new colors are also introduced: Twilight Blue Metallic and Basque Red Pearl which replaces the Glacier Blue Metallic Tango Red Pearl respectively. The Honda Crosstour is really a very polarizing vehicle. You will fall in love with this luxury car at the very first sight. The 2012 Honda Crosstour 5 seater approaches the crossover SUV formula from a sporty, distinctively sleek, and fuel-efficient.
Most of the components are same as the V-6 Honda Accord Sedan, but much is different too. The 2012 Honda Crosstour 5 seater SUV is tall, rides high, and is bit heavier. The tall built of this luxury car makes it easier for the in and out of the vehicle. But the gas mileage is much lower. It is just 17/25 mpg with available all-wheel drive. The Honda Crosstour poses a bold, dynamic look Premium styling of the interiors, details and appointments extend from the passenger area all the way into the cargo area. There is an under floor storage area in the rear part of the vehicle. This adds to the functionality. While reversible cargo floor panels can be used to keep the dirty unwanted articles.
Engine:
The Honda Crosstour 5 seater car comes with a standard 3.5 liter i-VTEC V-6 engine with VCM (Variable Cylinder Management) for efficiency and power. The engine produces 271 HP at 6,200 RPM and 254 lb ft. of torque at 5,000 RPM. On 2WD models, it achieves an EPA-rated city/highway/combined fuel economy of 18/27/21 mpg. Whereas the Crosstour EX-L with 4WD achieves an EPA-rated city/highway/combined fuel economy of 18/26/21 mpg.
Technical Specifications:
The Engine Type is V-6, Displacement is (L / cc) 3.5 / 3471,Engine Block/Cylinder Head is made of Aluminum-Alloy, Redline is 6800 , Real Time(TM) is available in 4WD, CARB Emissions Rating is ULEV, Horsepower @ rpm (SAE net) is 271 @ 6200 , Bore and Stroke (mm) is 89 x 93 , Compression Ratio is 10.5 : 1, Torque (lb-ft @ rpm) is 254 @ 5000, Valve Train is 24-Valve SOHC is i-VTEC®
Mileage:
On 2WD models, it achieves an EPA-rated city/highway/combined fuel economy of 18/27/21 mpg. Crosstour EX-L with 4WD achieves an EPA-rated city/highway/combined fuel economy of 18/26/21 mpg.
Safety:
5 seater family car must reassure the safety of the inmates and the vehicle and in this regard Crosstour is second to none. Anti-lock brakes automatically senses when a tire has stopped due to any reason. Stability control automatically senses when the vehicles handling limits have exceeded. Front-impact airbags protects the head during a frontal crash of the driver and passenger. Side impact airbags protects the torso when the collision impacts from the sides. Overhead airbags protects the travelers’ head when there is a side collision or rollover.
Pretensioners:
These automatically tighten the seatbelts to keep the traveler in the best seating position during a collision
Electronic Security system: This vehicle is designed to detect unauthorized intrusion. It also intimates if there is attempt to start the vehicle engine without the original manufacturer key.
Colors:
You have options of choosing from wide range of colors like White, Diamond Pearl, Twilight Blue Metallic, Polished Metal Metallic, Opal Sage Metallic, Crystal Black Pearl, Basque Red Pearl II and Alabaster Silver Metallic.
Models:
The 2012 Honda Crosstour 5 seater is available in two models namely The Crosstour EX and The Crosstour EX-L. Real Time 4WD is also available on the EX-L model. There is no 4-cylinder option. So power still comes from a 3.5 liter V6 offering 271 horsepower at 6,200 RPM and 254 lb-ft. of torque at 5,000 RPM.
Pricing:
2012 Honda Crosstour 2WD EX comes in $30,340. The 2012 Honda Crosstour 2WD EX-L is priced at $32,990.& that of 2012 Honda Crosstour 4WD EX-L is $36,540.
