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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  Its Elementary, my dear! - 2005 Honda Element
  By Pat - November 17 - 6:03 pm

  It is so ugly its cute! I wanted one from the first time I saw it & would buy it again in a heart beat. It is my trendy granny van. I am way past the minivan stage but missed the all- purpose function of one. I am always hauling people and things. The Element is a socially fun car and practical for most of those needs. I love the versatile clam shell doors until I have back seat passengers who need to exit while in a parking space between two other cars. You have to maneuver doors strategically to make it work or you end up trapped or square dancing... My gas mileage is a disappointing 19.9, under the suggested 22 mpg, but an improvement over most SUVs.

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  Best MPG for the Cargo space - 2005 Honda Element
  By Michael S. - November 7 - 3:26 am

  My review has to do with your MPG vs. Cargo space... and I believe this car/SUV accomplishes the best in its class. Very happy with gas mileage. Solid construction. Good suspension. Fantastic brakes. Freezing AC. Very little to complain about.

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  Fun Car - 2005 Honda Element
  By ColleenpWhitlow - November 3 - 2:40 am

  I really like this vehicle, but it cant pull my horse trailer. That is the only downside that Ive found so far.

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  Great in place of a minivan - 2005 Honda Element
  By John - October 16 - 6:23 pm

  Great car only drawback is that it seats only four. With kids great with the plastic floor and the waterproof seats. I would recommend

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  Im a fan for life - 2005 Honda Element
  By E. Hall - October 16 - 11:14 am

  The Element is a dream for tall people! Ive more head room than any other vehicle Ive every been in. Safety wise I give it outstanding marks. I was rear ended by a Chevy Tahoe doing 90mph+, I was driving 50 mph, and walked away without a scratch or bump. Also a dream for someone with shedding dogs. The Element cleans very easily.

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  I like it! - 2005 Honda Element
  By opppstopp - October 3 - 1:40 pm

  I find the element a very fun suv to drive. it handles nice & gets reasonable gas mileage. Interior is very roomy, plenty of shoulder & head room. The element feels like a much larger vehicle without the large mass.

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  Need Cheap? Need Reliable? Need AWD? - 2005 Honda Element
  By Van - October 3 - 10:10 am

  Ive not had this car for very long but I am already getting a feel for it. This car handles very well for being the shape of a brick: VERY restrained body lean, and it goes just where you point it. (You feel every road imperfection, though.) In my opinion this is the best car you can get if your needs are for a low-priced vehicle you can drive into the ground that can also help in bad weather. Its funky and unique and utilitarian. Stereo system is quite good, visibility is not. But for the price and level of equipment, especially as compared to its competitors (including the CR-V), this car is tough to beat.

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  I love toast!! - 2005 Honda Element
  By lstallberg - September 26 - 5:08 pm

  This is without a doubt the coolest vehicle I have ever owned!! I had not even seen the inside of one until the day I bought it. I bought the 2nd one I drove. It has a ton of room, great response for a 4 cyl engine, and a lot of cool features.

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  2004 Element 4WD EX - 2005 Honda Element
  By Nate Hawkins - September 24 - 2:26 pm

  I highly recommend an Element to anyone interested. Goes great in the snow! The all wheel drive is, in my opinion, mandatory. It is seamless. Very reasuring on otherwise hazardous roads. I currently have 51,200 miles (I bought it new) on my 2004 and have had no service issues. This thing is built great! Im even still on the original tires.

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  Love Affair With An Odd Duck - 2005 Honda Element
  By Bald Eagle - September 4 - 8:30 am

  Havent enjoyed a "car" this much in a long time. Roomy, versatile, fun to drive, and above all, unique. Four cylinder engine provides good acceleration with decent gas mileage, and you cant beat Hondas reliability. Its not meant for serious off-roading, but the on-demand AWD is great on snowy roads. Seating for four may be drawback for some, but those for passengers will be comfortable and there is a ton of room in the back seat. The ride is firm, but not jarring. Quite nice for a small SUV, but if youre used to a Buick, it may be a little rough. Designed for active young adults, at 63 years old I dont fit the demographic. Maybe Ill take up kayaking.