3 Best Hondas for Winter Driving

Driving in inclement weather is no fun for anyone, but it is a reality for many drivers in cold regions. Honda provides well-equipped vehicles that handle snow pileups and offer luxuries that make subzero temperatures more bearable.

Honda Crosstour

If you are looking for a used car, keep your eyes on the Crosstour. Even though its passage through Honda dealerships only lasted four years, this medium-sized vehicle offers many perks. This wagon version of the Accord sedan is available in an all-wheel drive, which is a must for those who drive through snow regularly.

With two distinct trims to choose from — the EX and EX-L — the base model comes equipped with a sunroof that highlights a snowy masterpiece. Bluetooth connectivity, a six-CD changer, and a seven-speaker audio system come standard.  This car is fully loaded. An available V6 engine delivers 278 horsepower, compared to the 192 pushed out of a four-cylinder, for those families that want to tackle a bigger workload. The night vision feature and rollover protection system protect passengers during an already-dangerous season.

Honda Pilot

The newly redesigned Pilot encourages consumers to take scenic drives through white wonderlands. The power under the hood in this 280-horsepower, 3.5-liter V6 remains a primary reason this large sports utility vehicle can tackle extreme weather. Available all-wheel drive equips this six- or nine-speed automatic transmission. A mode for snow driving transforms the vehicle into the perfect family automobile, and torque vectoring increases traction.

This SUV’s estimated gas mileage blows other automobiles of its size away with a 27-mile-per-gallon rating on the highway. That means those families who want to drive across country for the holidays not only feel prepared to tackle winter storms but also save at the pump. Honda LaneWatch transforms the exterior mirrors into a live video feed of the blind spots when the driver is switching lanes. Tri-zone automatic climate control allows each set of passengers to determine their own level of warmth.

Honda CR-V

With 71 cubic feet of cargo space, this vehicle can haul winter sporting equipment that otherwise would get left behind. With available heated seats and navigation, it’s a cush ride for those blistering days when the warmth inside the vehicle is your only refuge. Not only does this five-seater have room for a medium-sized family or a substantial amount of cargo, it is a value because it is priced slightly over the sedan line.

The four trims on this sports utility vehicle offer a wide range of options for families of all socioeconomic levels. The second-level EX adds the Honda Sensing package to the base model, which includes four intelligent safety features to maximize security. Lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, collision mitigation braking system, and road departure mitigation system combine to give the riders an additional peace of mind above the already-impressive safety rating all Honda vehicles receive.

Regardless of what type of vehicle you are looking for, you are ensured Honda quality when you choose one of the three automobiles above to get you and your loved ones through the harsh winter.

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