Used 2012 Honda Crosstour for sale 

The Honda Crosstour is available in two different trims that share two engine options amongst themselves. It comes equipped with a standard transmission setup and can be channeled either as FWD or AWD variants. As standard, it comes equipped with features like Bluetooth connectivity, rearview camera, and cruise control. It falls in a price range that extends from $27,755 for its base variant and goes up to $34,540 for its top-rack variant.

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The EX-L variant of the Honda Crosstour with a V6 engine option is a coveted offering, for it comes channeled to a standard all-wheel-drivetrain that allows for refined ride quality. It also includes hi-tech and opulent features like leather seats, a sunroof, and a satellite radio. It delivers the best value for every dollar spent and is our recommendation.

Either of the engine options available with the Honda Crosstour delivers seemingly well performance and is sure to leave you smiling. The base engine option, which is a 2.4L inline-4 unit, is rated at 192 hp of power and 162 lb.-ft of torque. The superior and more powerful engine, the 3.5L V6, is good for 271 horses of power and 254 lb.-ft of torque.

As standard, all trims of the Crosstour make use of a 5-speed automatic transmission. While the inline-4 and the V6 engine with the EX-variant can be channeled as front-wheel-drive only, the EX-L variant with V6 engine as standard is available with an all-wheel-drivetrain. It can boost from a still to the 60 MPH mark in 7.1 seconds and the quarter-mile comes in 15.3 seconds while recording a top speed of 140 MPH.

In the segment, all three cars make use of a V6 engine. While the Crosstour churns out the highest power and torque in the segment, the Toyota Venza and  Nissan Murano produce fractionally lower outputs. While all crossovers use a standard drivetrain option, the Venza and Murano use distinct transmission setups. The Venza is mated to a 6-speed automatic unit while the Murano is married to a continuously variable transmission. While the performance figures of the Nissan are not known, the Toyota clocks 7.2 seconds in the acceleration test.

Both trims of the Honda Crosstour vaunt economical fuel figures and are efficient in their performance. A V6 engine equipped Crosstour can average mileage of 18 MPG in the city and 26 MPG on the highway. Combined, it is capable of averaging an efficiency of 21 miles per gallon of fuel. Its fuel tank has a total capacity of 18.5-gallons and can cover a range of 333 miles when cruising through the city and 481 miles on the highway.

In comparison, the Toyota Venza has similar efficiency as the Honda Crosstour, while the Nissan Murano remains a notch below, averaging 20 miles per gallon of fuel. It does, however, feature the largest fuel tank in the segment, which has a total capacity of 21.7-gallons and covers the highest range in the segment, both in the city and on the highway. On the other hand, the Venza sports the least voluminous fuel tank of 17.7-gallons, and consequently, falls short in the distance it can cover.

The minimalist cabin setup of the Honda Crosstour is laudable and praiseworthy. Unlike its exterior design, the interior of the crossover reeks of simplicity without compromising on plushness. The central infotainment is striking in its appearance and is surrounded by a large number of buttons that add to the usefulness. The use of wooden accents on the dashboard and the doors add an element of upmarket and opulent aura to the cabin.

The seats on offer with the Honda Crosstour are supremely comfortable. The tranquility of the cabin isolates the occupant from the outside world, while the nimbleness and agility in the ride allow for an enlightening experience. There is ample head-, shoulder-, and legroom in the cabin and space will never be a problem for the occupants. The cargo capacity on offer with the Honda Crosstour is rather small for its segment. A trunk volume of 25.7 cubic feet can accommodate two and a half bags of luggage. What comes as a relief, however, is that the rear seats can be folded to increase the carrying capacity.

In comparison, all three cars can seat five passengers. While the front seat occupants have maximum space at their disposal in their Nissan Murano, the rear seat passengers will find themselves at ease in the Toyota Venza. Both contemporary cars feature larger trunks and gain ascendancy over Honda Crosstour. Some interior features of the Honda Crosstour include:

• Steering Mounted Controls
• Power Steering
• Cargo Area Light
• Cloth/Leather Upholstery
• Interior Air Filtration
• Cruise Control

How intuitive is the 2012 Honda Crosstour’s infotainment system?

While we feel that the buttons which surround the display screen of the Crosstour add functionality to the system, for others it feels complicated and finicky. The provision of Bluetooth connectivity as a standard inclusion adds an element of utility to the cabin. The display screen that sits in the middle is striking in its graphics and also gets connected to the rearview camera and the navigation system (on the optional trim. Some standout infotainment features include:

• Radio Data System
• USB Connection
• Speed-Sensitive Volume Control
• Mast Antenna
• CD Changer/Player

The Honda Crosstour is based on the Accord sedan from the brand. It is polarizing in its design and is a rallying point in its likability. The low lying and sculpted bonnet look quirky, while the sloping roofline is distinctive, but may cause a bearing on the rearward visibility.

Both the head- and taillights are subtle in their design, while the rear spoiler adds an element of athleticism. The Honda Crosstour has a curb weight of 4,070 lbs. It is 196.8 inches in length and is the longest in the segment. It is 74.7 inches wide and 65.7 inches tall. While its ground clearance is 6.2 inches, the wheelbase is 110.1 inches.

In comparison, the Nissan Murano weighs 4,132 lbs and is the heaviest in the segment. It sports the longest wheelbase of 111.2 inches and is also the tallest in the segment, standing at a total height of 68 inches. On the other hand, the Toyota Venza is the widest in the segment and sports the highest ground clearance of 75 and 8.1 inches, respectively. It is also the lightest in the segment and weighs 4,070 lbs. Some standout exterior features include:

• Sun/moonroof (available with the EX-L trim)
• Rear Spoiler
• Rear windshield wiper
• Alloy wheels
• All-season tires

The Honda Crosstour, like other offerings from the brand, prioritizes safety and comes equipped with a large number of active and passive safety features. Its reliability and dependability quotient is backed by the IIHS rating of ‘Good’ in most crash tests. As standard, it comes equipped with features like brake assist, daytime running lights, and traction control. Some other standout safety features include:

• Tire-Pressure Monitoring System
• Electronic Stability Control
• Child Safety Locks
• Engine Immobilizer
• Driver and Passenger Airbags
• Anti-Theft Alarm System

While other crossovers may be visually appealing and may leave you grinning from ear to ear with their distinctive design, the Honda Crosstour is appreciated for its performance which is enough to prove its mettle. The crossover from the house of Honda is capable of delivering class-defining performance while maintaining a high level of efficiency. Its interior build and finish are top-notch, and the cabin is chock-full with hi-tech features. If you are someone who can compromise on designing for a high-performance value, the Honda Crosstour has been tailor-made for you.