Overview & Reviews

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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  pretty good deal - 2005 Honda Element
  By kathy - April 3 - 9:37 pm

  I purchased my Element brand new. It has really been good to me overall. the only problem I have is with gas mileage. I love my Element except for the mileage. It handles well and does very well in the snow.

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  I love this kleenex box! - 2003 Honda Element
  By puppet - April 3 - 10:00 am

  So far I love this car. Ive had it loaded to the gills and driven it on a sandy beach, and Ive just used it for my daily commuter. Its a very fun and easy car to own.

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  Think out of the box! - 2003 Honda Element
  By lovin the element - April 3 - 10:00 am

  My husband and I have 2 Children under 3. We are in our late 20s. I know Honda expected this car to be for young men in their early 20s, little did they know it is a perfect alternative to the minivan. We use the fold down seats for a changing table when we are out. the kids love being able to see everything with the stadium seating. It handles almost like a car. My friends love it when the ride with me. I talked a friend into getting one and she loves hers as well.

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  truck - 2003 Honda Element
  By fiesta - April 3 - 10:00 am

  lots of space ! feel like driving in a 8 wheel truck !

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  one poblamatic element - 2007 Honda Element
  By west texas element - April 3 - 1:29 am

  We bought a 2007 Honda element sc model silver, 18 inch mags sc package, right now it has a little under 6000 miles on it and its been in the Honda shop a total of 4 times. First it had a noise underneath the driver side, so they said it was a strut assembly. The replaced under warranty which is good still the noise was there. We take it back the second time for another kind of noise on the driver side doors they adjusted them fixed for a while again back in the shop now said they hooked up some microphones all over it and found out the noise underneath is the steering rack? So in the shop again oh yea this thing gets very poor gas mileage, the power is lackluster and the windows are noisy

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  Love my E - Great Dog Car - 2004 Honda Element
  By DogAddict - April 1 - 9:39 pm

  I LOVE my Element and am actually about to trade it in on a 2008! I have removed the back two seats and have turned into a "dog car" with crates for my 4 dogs, my Quik Shade tent, chairs and everything else I need for our weekend outings at agility trials or disc dog competitions. Its versatility is phenomenal and a friend and I kid that "Everything can fit in the E!". It drives great, has been 100% reliable. Gas mileage has been good for an SUV. I looked around a little before deciding on another E but couldnt find anything that suits my needs like the E does.

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  Best car for us. - 2008 Honda Element
  By Blaine - March 31 - 3:01 am

  The best car for 2 adults and 2 adult size kids. We could configure the interior in many ways to hold what we need.

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  Best Car Ive Ever Owned - 2003 Honda Element
  By Christopher - March 30 - 12:29 pm

  I now have 144,000 on my 2003 Honda. This is the only car I can honestly say I like driving more each time I get behind the wheel. I have just now had any "major" repairs done, and that was to replace the front end bushings, a normal maintenance item given the mileage. My family and I have taken trips in this car and I think my 2 teens are more comfortable in this car than my wifes Suburban.

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  My E rocks - 2003 Honda Element
  By SuperJETT - March 29 - 10:00 am

  I love this vehicle, replaced my S-10 extended cab after owning it from new for 7 1/2 years and cant imagine I would have bought anything else. Its perfect for my lifestyle which included alot of jetskiing (Ill die before I sit), around town, our dog, and the family which includes 2 year old and another on the way.

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  A Honda for Moms with Kids! - 2003 Honda Element
  By Emily W - March 29 - 10:00 am

  Great for kids. They can make a mess, spill stuff and it just wipes up in a snap. No worries going to the beach or eating in the car. Seating lets them have a great view from back seat. Wonderful and FUN.