Today, Honda's lineup runs the gamut. Included are fuel-sipping hybrids, a spacious minivan, reliable family sedans, practical SUVs and even a pickup. Although the latest Civic and Accord aren't quite the benchmarks they once were for their respective classes, Honda's brand as a whole continues to be one of the most well respected in the industry, with millions of loyal and satisfied customers. Honda's deliberate entry into the SUV marketplace began with a rebadged Isuzu Rodeo, which bore the name "Honda Passport" at Honda dealerships from 1994 - 2002. Once Honda hit its stride with the CR-V in 1996, it followed with the Pilot and the Element in 2003, and the Accord Crosstour in 2010. The CR-V was the top-selling SUV in the US in 2009, proving that Honda started slowly, but managed to hit the target.

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Honda CR-V

When the original Honda CR-V debuted in the late 1990s, its mission was simple: to offer a distinct alternative to more mainstream mid- and full-size large SUVs. With its car-based design, economical four-cylinder engine and sedanlike ride and handling, the CR-V was an instant hit. Priced competitively and offering plenty of passenger room and cargo capacity for most people's needs, the Honda CR-V has long enjoyed strong sales numbers and much loyalty from consumers.

Honda Crosstour

The Honda Crosstour is essentially a tall wagon version of the previous-generation Accord sedan that features increased ride height and available all-wheel drive (AWD), a combination that delivers more utility and more all-weather capability. It's certainly more versatile than a regular Accord, but that tapering roof line means there's considerably less cargo space than there would be in a conventional wagon or SUV with its traditional boxy shape.

Honda Pilot

At its debut, the Honda Pilot essentially defined the emerging market for midsize crossover SUVs. Offering decent V6 power, above-average fuel economy, easy maneuverability, plenty of interior comfort and versatility, and seven-to-eight-passenger seating, the Pilot was exactly the kind of vehicle that families leery of the minivan stigma were looking for. Of course, a lot more crossover SUVs have come out since the original Honda Pilot. Honda responded with a full redesign, and we've found the second-generation Pilot to be a little off the mark.