The Japanese manufacturer has released today the first images and details of the 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour. The 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour is based on the sedan version of the model and was designed with two concepts in mind, sportivity and functionality.
The 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour has an increased ride height, all-weather potential and follows the styling lines of the Accord model range.
So far the company has not released any technical details or engine options for the new model. The 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour price will be announced closer to the car's "on sale" date this fall.
Honda Press Release:
2010 Accord Crosstour Styling Conceals Surprising Versatility
Next evolution of the crossover offers CUV attributes while maintaining a premium sedan feel and a sporty, bold appearance
The all-new 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour evolves the Crossover Utility Vehicle (CUV) concept by integrating a sleek and aerodynamic shape that blends sporty, low-profile contours with versatile CUV functionality, American Honda Motor Co., Inc., announced today.
"Our concept is to broaden the appeal of the Accord line-up by leveraging traditional Accord strengths of fun-to-drive performance and handling while also adapting to dramatic shifts in the light truck marketplace," said Erik Berkman, vice president of American Honda Motor Co., Inc. "The 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour
accomplishes that by offering a modern interpretation of a CUV while integrating the refinement and efficiency of a premium sedan."
Derived from the Accord Sedan, the 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour maximizes car-like ride and refinement, yet maintains capabilities consistent with a CUV's increased ride height and all-weather potential. The 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour's styling builds on the Accord's familiar character lines and adds a bolder front grille complemented by a durable lower-body appearance,
wedge-shaped C-pillars and an aggressive rear stance. The flowing roofline narrows smoothly into the rear of the vehicle to create an aggressive-looking design, which conceals a unique cargo area that can adapt to large objects that exceed the capacity of a sedan.
"We know SUV buyers like the commanding view of the road that comes with a high eye-point and like the comforts of living with an SUV," said Berkman. "This vehicle meets the needs of buyers looking for those attributes yet at the same time want an image that is different from a conventional SUV."
The 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour will be positioned at the top of the Accord family when it goes on sale in fall 2009. Additional details will be announced later in the year.
