Honda Element Research & Reviews

Overview & Reviews

Average Score

4.68/5 Average
1,560 Total Reviews
Model Overview:

Sold from 2003-'11, the Honda Element compact crossover SUV remains one of the most distinctive and practical vehicles on the road. Happy Element owners are often city dwellers who appreciate both its small size and generous 75-cubic-foot maximum cargo capacity. Another notable element about the Element is the ability of its access-style rear doors to pivot backward a full 90 degrees, providing unimpeded access to the roomy and creatively configurable rear seats.

A used Element of any vintage is easy to recommend thanks to its functional interior, smooth four-cylinder engine and carlike handling, not to mention Honda's reputation for reliability. That said, it's worthwhile to focus your search on 2007 and newer models, as they offer a bit more power and enhanced safety features.

User Reviews:

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  • Not just for young people - 2003 Honda Element
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    Our first Honda. The Element was purchased to replace our wrecked 90 Dodge Turbo Caravan. The upright windshield provides a commanding view. Comfortable adjustable seats, big easy to operate radio and ventilation controls. Two rear seats completely adjustable and comfortable with plenty of headroom and easy to put child seats in. Very very easy. The Element runs quietly on the highway at 58-62mph (my max speed). The Cruise is the best I have ever used. The Element is a joy to drive. It reeks of quality construction. Everything works just like its suppose to. At 250 miles this is a first impressions report.

  • Drives like a truck! - 2003 Honda Element
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    Poor visibility and big blind spots but very reliable and dependable!

  • funwagon rocks - 2004 Honda Element
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    5spd AWD is really fun (!) to drive, quicker ( in 0 to 60 mph) than a v8 Chevy Tahoe SUV, nimble as a Civic with anti-lock brakes.

  • I Heart My Honda Element - 2004 Honda Element
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    After test driving all the mid-size SUVs on the market. my husband and I found the Element to have the most comfort (head & leg room), the best pick-up when moving into 4WD, and the best price. The stereo system is awesome and I wouldnt trade it for any other SUV on the market! We love the uniqueness of the outside, too.

  • AWD extremely poor - 2004 Honda Element
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    Love the vehbicle EXCEPT FOR an AWD system that doesnt cut it. With no locking differential, I find the vehicle has very poor traction on wet or snow covered surfaces that permit diagonal front & rear whels to lose traction. For me, this happened far to often. There is also an issue with windshield cracks that is not acknowledged or backed up by Honda. Ground clearance is also too low for off road use. Gas tank is vulnerable.

  • Honda in my ELEMENT - 2004 Honda Element
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    If you like to be different or stand out in a crowd than the ELEMENT is definetly for you.You have all kinds of room but the ELEMENT is not a huge gas guzzler,its just the right size,not to small and not to big.

  • Love My Element - 2004 Honda Element
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    I do alot of my own home repairs and this has been a great vehicle for picking up materials at the local hardware store. I also drove this car 2400 miles round trip as the only driver and did not have the usual fatigue I have had in driving a sedan over long distances.

  • Great Car - 2004 Honda Element
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    Fun to drive, practical, good gas mileage, turns heads, highly recomended!

  • Bobs Review - 2004 Honda Element
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    My wife and I love this car. Great for kids on the go with sports equpiment.

  • Top Class - 2003 Honda Element
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    Very easy to navigate around the features. Lots & lots of room inside of vehicle.

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