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2014 Honda Crosstour

Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2014 models.

Honda Crosstour
Pictured: 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour EX-L 4WD, front right, 11-13-2022. Photo: MercurySable99, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Class
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
Body styles
4dr Hatchback EX-L/EX-L Navi AWD
Engines
2.4L 4-cyl, 3.5L 6-cyl
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Regular Gasoline
MPG (best)
25 combined · 22 city / 30 hwy
Length
196.9 in
Curb weight
4,109 lb
NHTSA rating
Not rated
Recalls
3 campaigns

Pros & cons

What's good

  • AWD / 4WD available
  • Few owner complaints29 complaints filed with NHTSA versus about 125 for similar models.

Watch out for

No weak spots against similar models in the data.

Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 26 similar 2014 models — not a review. How we calculate this →

Overview

The 2014 Honda Crosstour is a small SUV offered with 2 engines (2.4L 4-cyl and 3.5L 6-cyl) and front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive.

It measures about 197 inches long and 75 inches wide on a 111-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,109 lb.

EPA rates its most efficient version at 25 MPG combined (22 city / 30 highway), 8% better than the 2014 small SUV average of 23.1 MPG, for an estimated $2,700 a year in fuel.

NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.

It has 3 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 29 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the electrical system.

What changed for 2014

  • Lightest version 375 lb heavier

Compared with 2013; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2013 Crosstour →

Dimensions & weight

BodyLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseTrack F / RCurb weightWeight F/R
4dr Hatchback EX-L/EX-L Navi AWD196.9 in74.8 in65.7 in110.6 in65 / 64.6 in4,109 lb58/42

Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.

Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →

Engines, MPG & running costs

VersionEngineTransmissionDriveCity / Hwy / Combvs. classFuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
Crosstour 2WD2.4L 4-cylAutomatic 5-spdFront-Wheel Drive22 / 30 / 25+8%$2,700357
Crosstour 2WD3.5L 6-cylAutomatic (S6)Front-Wheel Drive20 / 29 / 230%$2,900384
Crosstour 4WD3.5L 6-cylAutomatic (S6)All-Wheel Drive19 / 27 / 22+1%$3,050406
6/10EPA fuel economy score (best version)
6/10EPA greenhouse gas score
Spend $1,500Fuel over 5 years vs. average new car
23.1 MPG2014 Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD average

EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2014 EPA class average. How we calculate this →

Safety ratings & technology

NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2014 Honda Crosstour.

Similar 2014 small SUVs

ModelBest MPG / rangeNHTSA overallRecalls
2014 Honda Crosstour (this car)25 MPGNot rated3
2014 Toyota 4Runner19 MPGNot rated7
2014 Ford Explorer23 MPGNot rated6
2014 Toyota Highlander28 MPGNot rated4
2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee25 MPGNot rated18
2014 Chevrolet Tahoe17 MPGNot rated4
2014 GMC Yukon17 MPGNot rated3

Recalls (3)

Air Bags › Frontal › Passenger Side › Inflator Module · Jun 27, 2019

NHTSA campaign 19V502000 · 9,555 vehicles

Problem
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2009-2014 Acura TSX, 2011-2014 TSX Sport Wagon, 2010-2013 ZDX, 2008-2012 Honda Accord, 2010-2011 Accord Crosstour, 2006-2011 Civic and Civic Hybrid, 2008-2010 Civic GX NGV, 2012-2015 Crosstour, 2007-2011 CR-V, 2009-2013 Fit, 2014 Fit EV, 2010-2014 Insight, and 2009-2015 Pilot vehicles. The vehicles are equipped with passenger frontal air bag inflators assembled as a recall remedy part or replacement service part, that may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.
Risk
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Fix
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began August 12, 2019. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are F5F and Q5E.
Air Bags › Frontal › Passenger Side › Inflator Module · May 16, 2019

NHTSA campaign 19V378000 · 19,138 vehicles

Problem
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2009-2014 Acura TSX, 2011-2013 TSX Sport Wagon, and 2010-2012 ZDX and 2008-2012 Honda Accord, 2010-2011 Accord Crosstour, 2006-2011 Civic, Civic Hybrid and Civic NGV, 2012-2014 Crosstour, 2007-2011 CR-V, 2009-2013 Fit, 2010-2013 Insight, and 2009-2015 Pilot vehicles. The front passenger air bag inflator may have been installed incorrectly during replacement.
Risk
An incorrectly installed air bag inflator may not properly deploy the passenger frontal air bag in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the inflator installation and, if necessary, replace the passenger frontal air bag module assembly, free of charge. The recall began July 5, 2019. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are M4O, P4R, T4Q, and W4P.
Air Bags › Frontal › Passenger Side › Inflator Module · Sep 27, 2018

NHTSA campaign 18V661000 · 1,355,406 vehicles

Problem
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2014 Honda Insight and Acura TSX and TSX Wagon, 2014-2015 Honda Crosstour and Pilot vehicles nationwide, as well as certain 2014 Honda FCX Clarity and Fit EV vehicles in Florida, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, Texas, Alabama, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, California, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan) and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Honda is also recalling certain 2011-2013 Acura TSX, TSX Wagon and ZDX, Honda Crosstour, Insight, Fit and Pilot vehicles, 2011-2012 Honda Accord and 2011 Honda Civic NGV, Civic, Civic Hybrid and CR-V vehicles in Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia and West Virginia. Lastly, Honda is recalling certain 2010-2013 Acura TSX and ZDX, Honda Crosstour, Fit, Insight and Pilot, 2011-2013 TSX Wagon, 2010-2012 Honda Accord and 2010-2011 Honda Civic NGV, Civic, Civic Hybrid and CR-V vehicles in Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin and Wyoming. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag air bag inflators assembled as part of the frontal air bag modules, and used as original equipment or replacement equipment (such as after a vehicle crash necessitating replacement of the original air bags), may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to higher absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.
Risk
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Fix
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began November 6, 2018. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are M2J and S2K.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗

Not every 2014 Honda Crosstour is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.

Owner-reported problems

29Complaints to NHTSA since 2015
2Involved a crash
0Involved a fire
5Injuries reported
61,000 miTypical mileage at failure
Electrical System8
Engine5
Unknown Or Other4
Visibility/Wiper2
Wheels2
Vehicle Speed Control2
Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Torque Converter2
Steering2
Complaints received per month (last 24 months with reports)
17/06: 117/12: 118/03: 118/04: 118/07: 118/09: 118/12: 119/04: 219/05: 119/07: 119/11: 120/01: 120/05: 120/10: 120/12: 121/02: 121/08: 121/09: 121/10: 122/08: 123/06: 123/10: 125/01: 226/01: 117/0618/0418/1219/0720/0521/0221/1023/10max 2

Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.

Used 2014 Honda Crosstour buyer's checklist

  1. Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 3 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
  2. Electrical System — 8 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
  3. Engine — 5 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
  4. Visibility/Wiper — 2 owner reports. Check all exterior lights, wipers and the windshield for cracks.
  5. Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 61,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
  6. Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.

Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2014 Honda Crosstour. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.

Other Crosstour years

Compare all years →
YearMPG (best)LengthOverallRecallsComplaints
2015 Crosstour25–Not rated326
2013 Crosstour25196.9 inNot rated341
2012 Crosstour24196.9 inNot rated423
2011 Crosstour21196.9 inNot rated12
2010 Crosstour21196.9 inNot rated113

Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Honda. How we calculate this →