What’s hot?
- Very smooth and economical diesel engine providing tax-friendly 99g/km emissions and a combined fuel consumption of 74.3mpg on some trim levels.
- Extremely roomy and versatile, with a large 624 litre standard boot space that expands to 1668 litres maximum with folded rear seats – a generous figure even by the standards of cars from the class above.
In spite of the svelte exterior, it beats most of the competitors for space - Sophisticated adaptive rear suspension option that helps maintain good standards of ride and handling regardless of load – a unique feature in this bracket.
- Improved interior trim/ambience compared with some other recent Hondas.
- Fresh, interesting exterior design breaks away from the dull box-like looks of most other small-medium estates without sacrificing practicality.
- Entry-level S model includes Bluetooth, DAB digital radio, USB connection and 16-inch alloys.
- SE Plus (£1585 premium) gets rear parking sensors and 17-inch wheels, while SR models (for a further £2600) get the adaptive rear suspension system, heated front seats, sat nav and privacy glass.
- Range topping EX (at £27,460) adds smart entry and start, and Bi-HID headlamps with washers.
What’s not
- Prices a little higher than some main competitors.
- Fewer engine choices than most rivals.
- More highly specified models with the 1.6 diesel don’t quite squeeze below the 100g/km barrier so there are no cars that combine the Tourer’s two main headline features – 99g/km emissions and adaptive rear suspension
