Overview & Reviews

Side airbags are now standard on the EX, and all audio systems are equipped with MP3 and WMA playback capability. XM Satellite Radio is newly available. Power mirrors, cruise control and new wheel covers have been added to the LX. New features for the EX include a tailpipe finisher, black and blue plastic panels and a new side sill treatment for reduced chipping.

• Spacious, waterproof interior, optional all-wheel drive, smooth four-cylinder engine, balanced handling.

• Only seats four, clamshell doors hinder entry/exit for rear-seat passengers, ABS restricted to high-line EX.

User Reviews:

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  Great SUV - 2005 Honda Element
  By Dorisse - February 17 - 1:16 pm

  Its has been the best little big Suv I have ever owned. Dont think it does not have any pickup because it is a 4Cy. it will fly if I am not careful. If you want a good SUV and not lose you shirt then I highly suggest an Element.

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  Please give me a 6th gear!! - 2005 Honda Element
  By Copywrites - January 23 - 11:45 am

  If you like the sound of a high-revving engine, you will love the Element. If you like good gas economy, you will hate the Element. After 3 years of ownership, it is a love-hate relationship. I love the versatility - I can carry almost anything from bicycles inside the cargo area, to washing machines. But the high pitch whining of the engine drives me crazy knowing that a 6th gear or revised gearing would probably deliver me an extra 4-5 MPG. It has been one of my most favorite vehicles to own, but I wont buy another unless it breaks the 30 mpg barrier. Next car will be a Nissan Cube - similar quirkiness and functionality, good gas mileage. That is the magic combination in my opinion

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  Excellent, a car for everyone! - 2005 Honda Element
  By Silly boy - January 14 - 8:53 am

  I love this Element! I would buy this SUV again. The gas mileage is perfect and the price I was given was just awesome. This suv couldnt get any better! The comfort was superior. Anybody who thought this car was a poor decision to get, well, they thought wrong. I am really glad that Honda came out with an SUV that would put up to many customers standards.

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  Ugly is beautiful - 2005 Honda Element
  By max - December 25 - 5:06 pm

  Based on about 8,000 miles of use my Element may be the best car Ive owned...I bought my firstcar in 1949. After a 2800 mile trip I was not fatigued at all (Im 72). This is the perfect car for people who want to downsize from the gas guzzling dinosaurs which are currently destroying family budgets because of the cost of gasoline. My friend who is 67" sat in my Element recently and remarked that there was more head room than he had found in any other car.

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  Ugly Duckling - 2005 Honda Element
  By Bill Walsh - October 28 - 6:20 pm

  The only thing I can say is this vehicle is functional. It is ugly but practical. I am a woodworker and it does all I need it to do. It carries 4X8 sheets of plywood or dimensional lumber. I like the fact that it is not carpeted. It has no "gonads". You are not going to burn rubber with it. The good gas mileage is a tradeoff. When I first bought it, I was embarrased to be seen in it. (After being MR. PICKUP). Now I can live with it.

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  Wow!! A fun car! - 2005 Honda Element
  By MARILYN - October 22 - 11:16 pm

  I just love this car!! I thought a long time about what to buy. I test drove it twice,and stopped everyone that i saw driving one and asked their oppinions....Nothing but rave reviews. Ive had my car for a few days now and i couldnt be happier. Its so comfortable to drive, plenty of sensible room and a great stereo. I love the way it looks....I chose a blue ex model and had roof racks and running boards put on. I was already a honda fan....I bought a 1990 accord new and had trouble parting with it. But it was time and im so happy that i chose the element. Im a 64 yr. Old female and i have no surf boards or off-road bikes to put in it but my friends are going to love the ride!

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  two years, still love it - 2005 Honda Element
  By robert - October 4 - 12:10 am

  Ive had my Element for two years now (33+k miles), no problems at all. of any kind. Its great for camping, and typical "family-duty" hauling. Its a lot smaller than my old Dakota, yet I find itll still carry all my stuff. the doors are odd, and are a hassle when wedged in a tight parking spot, but have a lot of advantages too.

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  Best all around car Ive owned. 24 mpg - 2005 Honda Element
  By Dave Mathews - September 27 - 3:06 am

  After totaling my 2004 2WD (not my fault), I now have a 2005 AWD. I had my 04 for 6 years and it was still worth what I paid for it used! I was lucky to find a replacement because they are getting scarce and people are holding on to them. My new one is all-wheel-drive, which it turns out is awesome! AND, it gets consistently 24 mpg, which is better than my last one. Spacious, comfortable, utilitarian vehicle. When researching to buy my new one (11 yrs. old) I found many with over 200,000 miles and even a couple with over 300,000. I intend to drive this car for a very long time.

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  In My Element - 2005 Honda Element
  By skinnerp - September 5 - 9:05 am

  Best car Ive ever owned. AWD only kicks in when front tires slip and works perfectly, tons of interior room, sporty handling, and averages 24 mpg on the highway. Only maintenance required is changing the oil and filter. Everything works! One warranty repair of a seat belt buckle sensor in 40K miles.

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  2005 Element EX Standard AWD - 2005 Honda Element
  By elementred - August 29 - 9:20 am

  I expected lower gas mileage with the lower gear ratio on the Standard. BUT, we received higher gas mileage 25- 27mpg. Very peppy engine, Great to take bikes in. Rear seat is more like sitting in a limo. Handles very well.