5 Star Reviews for 2004 Honda Element

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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  • The Greatest Utility Vehicle - 2004 Honda Element
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    A lot of people dont seem to like the Element, but it is what it is. Its the easiest around town hauler to use. Its very very functional. And the flip-up seats make it great for last minute loads of stuff. The design is very retro/modern. The sound system is great, and the engine performs well. Its a very well rounded, low end Utility Vehicle, its not sport anything. Its just stylish.

  • Its as unique as the owner! - 2004 Honda Element
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    When I was in search of a new vehicle, I wanted another SUV, only more economical and efficent. There were many to choose from, but only one stood out from the rest. I saw this cubical creature on the road, and wasnt for sure about it. I test drove it, and went to other dealership, and tried other boxes, but came away dissapointed. I couldnt put this, small looking box out of my mind, and remembered how roomy and efficent it was inside. It had alot of practical qualities inside of it, that some of the other more expensive ones didnt. It made me feel that I wasnt getting alot for my money! I had a chance to go with a major upgrade with all the fuss of the name, but I choose my box instead

  • the best car yet - 2004 Honda Element
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    The element get feature is the calm doors make its interior access a pleasure for not only entering and exting but cleaning also. The leg room for driver and front passanger is a little cramped but the head and amr space makes up for it. I bought all option for the vehical espeacially for the extirior, it cost close to an additional seven thousand, but it was worth it. It looks like a different call when you put on the trim. The 2.4 litter engin has plenty of power. I have trailer hitch and plain on useing it this summer, so I cant coment on its towing capiblities, but main taining speed even on steep inclines is no problem. The car is built soiled giving you a safe feeling inside.

  • Great Car at a Great price. - 2004 Honda Element
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    Ah, what a fun vehicle. Great for hauling packages or those sports toys. My bike fits inside and imagine in one piece!! There is plenty of room for guests and luggage. Gas mileage is better than most wagons. A value purchase I am pleased with.

  • Not another boring SUV - 2004 Honda Element
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    I am the proud owner of an orange 2004 Honda Element EX 4x4. It is safe, efficient, simple, comfortable, and very sure-footed on icy and snow-packed roads. The build quality is even better than that of my 1995 Accord (and I drove that car for 178,000 trouble- free miles). The styling is just different enough to differentiate itself from the countless thousands of bland Explorers and Tahoes that dominate surburban driveways. The visibility from the drivers seat is excellent and the short, sloped hood allows a clear view of the road immediately ahead of the vehicle. It corners very well and lacks the tippy feeling of so many SUVs. Overall, it is a very AFFORDABLE and functional SUV.

  • Great 2nd car for kids! - 2004 Honda Element
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    This is a great car. I have always had love hate relationships with my cars but this one is very different. I love the space inside. This car is wonderful for my kids. It is a perfect small family car. My kids feel like they are going on a ride every time they are inside it. My youngest son would sit in it all day if you let him. It is also fairly inexpensive to repair. I did some damage to the inside on the dashboard and it was under 50$ to replace the piece. A great car.

  • lacengli@aol.com - 2004 Honda Element
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    this is the best for people w/families & people that travel alot.

  • Fun tow car - 2004 Honda Element
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    Bought this car to tow with an RV. It replaced a Jeep Grand Cherokee. Tows great but even better it is a great car to drive. I have a really screwed up back (broke it a while back) and was concerned that the slightly hard seats were going to be bad. No way! First long road trip we knocked off 800 miles the first day. This is the only car we have that doesnt leave me limping when I get out. Much better than the Jeep. Amazing. It cruises very well and has a load of room. The heck with towing it, its fun to drive! Fit and finish are super.

  • the bomb suv - 2004 Honda Element
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    This car is the best investment I have ever made in car. I only wish I could have a fleet of them so when one get old i can have a new backup. Need I say more?

  • Call Her Paprika - 2004 Honda Element
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    This is a fun car to drive. I have named her "Paprika" because of the bright orange color. I have had many men asked me to show them the inside of this fun car. I am a vibrant grandmother that enjoys having her third Honda. I love the door opening like a London Taxi! Nice pickup and a great price for a run-about-car. By the way, my other car is a Mercedes E-320 that my husband doesnt take in the snow, but borrows mine when the weather turns bad. I have a love affair with Hondas. I also like the part that the inside of the Element is washable and has plenty of room for my surfboard, wet suit

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