2004 Honda Element Research & Reviews

Overview & Reviews

Average Score

4.75/5 Average
443 Total Reviews
This Year's Model Updates:

The 2004 Honda Element lineup gets an LX model to slot between the existing DX and EX models. New equipment on EX models includes keyless entry, a passenger-seat armrest as standard, and bungee-cord fasteners on the driver-side front and rear seat backs.

Pros:
  • Impressively versatile interior, optional all-wheel drive, smooth four-cylinder engine, styled as if out of a Japanese animation movie.
Cons:
  • Only seats four, clamshell doors hinder entry/exit for rear-seat passengers.

User Reviews:

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  • Very satisfied!! - 2004 Honda Element
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    I love my Element. I have two large dogs. It handles like a car but is like a large van inside when I put my sits up. The seats are also light enough for me to put in or out by myself.Its large enough to sit four comfortably and still bring my dogs along!

  • Loving my Element! - 2004 Honda Element
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    Let me tell you I LOVE MY ELEMENT! FROM THE FIRST TIME SEEING IT, I FELL IN LOVE WITH THE CAR ESPECIALLY WHEN I SAW IT IN THE ORANGE I WAS SOLD! I TOLD THE DEALER IF HE COULDNT GET ME IT IN THE COLOR I WANTED I WOULD JUST GO TO ANOTHER DEALER! FROM THE FIRST TIME I PICKED IT UP FROM THE DEALER I HAVE BEEN GETTING SO MUCH ATTENTION, FROM BOTH MEN AND WOMAN, ALL RACES COMING UP TO ME AND ASKING QUESTIONS ABOUT THE TRUCK! IVE LET SO MANY PEOPLE INSIDE MY TRUCK THEY COULDNT BELIEVE HOW ROOMY IT IS AND SO AFFORDABLE.

  • Enjoyable Element - 2004 Honda Element
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    Very impressed overall, practical design, comfortable even on long trips, booming cd/stereo, all as viewed by a senior citizen.

  • Elemt Review - 2004 Honda Element
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    i am only 16 and i have had it for a little over three months. The car is well made and extremely cool to drive. Although the windows in the back do not roll down,they do not need to because the front windows are so wide they ventalate the whole car. It feels sturdy and safe to drive. Although there is only two seats instead of three in the back there is always enough space to put drinks, food, and you feet. i am almost six foot tall and i can stretch my legs in the back. The sunroof that is located in the back of the vehicle makes people want to ride in the back. It cleans easily because you casn taake a wet cloth and wipe down the floors and the seats.

  • Too much fun (and funktional too) - 2004 Honda Element
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    Im finally back in a reliable Honda again after years of not driving one (my mistake). The Element is a total blast to drive; cool, reliable, great for work; Im always packing stained glass and tools in it to go to clients homes. Theres a ton of storage space and the large door panels work wonderfully for my World Glass logo; people really stare at this vehicle.Its a sure bet for all your utility needs! Mmmmm, and it has a sweet sound system! It looks fun and drives outstandingly for an suv. I get about 24 mpg hwy. It gets blown around driving on windy highways!! People turn and look all the time; its very unique. I love it!

  • Natalie is in her Element - 2004 Honda Element
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    Outstanding car in nearly every way. Greatest car-camper weve ever had. Seat belt retractor needs help so it doesns stick in door. Dealer network leaves something to be desired for aftermarket additions.

  • Great Work Car - 2004 Honda Element
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    I use my Element because I sell industrial maintenance products. It is the ideal salesmans car. But the gas mileage is terrible, very disappointing

  • 04 Element EX AWD - 2004 Honda Element
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    The car is extremely versatile and roomy. Needs some option for the interior; carpet, upgraded upholstery etc...

  • Great Achievement - 2004 Honda Element
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    The experience of owning an Element cannot be overlooked. It is the perfect vehicle for active lifestyles, raising two children, or just going on a road trip. Plenty of room for all. The 4wd model we purchased has been tested here in East Texas. It pulls my bass boat with ease. It handles rough lake roads and is excellent in heavy rains and snow. We have put 11,000 miles on the vehicle in 5 months. The Honda engineers have simply done wonders with the overall design. We tested just about every SUV on the market before we test drove the Element. We havent looked back ever since. We are contemplating the purchase of another 04 EX as well.

  • Its A Great Vehicle For The $ - 2004 Honda Element
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    Traded in a 2002 Toyota Avalon XLS with a ton of options -- at age 52 I was bored with it. After seeing a few Elements on the road, reviewing consumer comments around the Net I bought one without even test driving the darn thing. I love this vehicle. Many (most) will laugh and snicker at first sight, but after they realize its a Honda and see the inside, they known then the laugh is on them.

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