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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 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 Accord

Crosstour maximizes car-like ride and refinement,

yet maintains capabilities consistent with a CUV's

increased ride height and all-weather potential.

The 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 Accord Crosstour will be positioned at the top of the A

ccord family when it goes on sale in fall 2009. Additional

details will be announced later in the year. Consumer

information is available athttp://automobiles.honda.com/future-cars.

An Accord Crosstour Facebook page is available a

twww.facebook.com/accordcrosstour. Additional media information

regarding all Honda products is available atwww.hondanews.com.

Source: http://corporate.honda.com/press/article.aspx?id=5165