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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  2007 tango read pearl 4wd ex auto - 2007 Honda Element
  By kevkat - September 14 - 5:10 pm

  we just brought the new car home and we like it already. the only thing i am worried about is whether my wife is going to like the free XM and when the trial period is over we will be getting a subsrciption. Lots of room, rides pretty nice and handles well. this auto has all safety features on the market with this version and coded keys and theft prevention radio. buy your accessories at manchester honda in CT. they offer close to 25% discount. we ordered deflector, mats, arm rest, and other stuff alot cheaper than from dealer.

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  Great, fun, small SUV - 2006 Honda Element
  By Zema - September 14 - 12:04 pm

  Great use of the interior space. Easily holds four adults in a remarkable use of space. We normally carry two adults, two children and a large dog (Siberian Husky). Everyone loves the car. The kids especially like that they can see forward (because stadium seats). We orginally bought it because we need to regularly go from no-snow states to high-snow states (Canada also) - works great for this purpose. The only option that we bought were the heavy rubber floor mats we bought them so the dog would not slide around. If you buy it, the manual is a lot more fun to drive than the auto. We often drive at 85+ mph on interstates with no fear other than speeding tickets :) More used than our BMW.

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  The SUV for Any Lifestyle - 2007 Honda Element
  By BalkanGlen - September 14 - 11:31 am

  Initially, I wasnt too sure that the Honda Element was for me, but then I drove it and I became totally impressed. This SUV by Honda is one of the finest vehicles I have ever owned. It is economical and can accomodate any lifestyle with ease. The active adult will definitely appreciate the features of this vehicle. The interior room rivals any limo and the rear seat legroom is phenominal. The ride of the vehicle is very smooth and, yet, is surprisingly agile through the curves. The power of the engine will not throw you back in your seat at take-off, but is more than adequate whether in the city or on the highway. This is one vehicle that is worth the test-drive...you will love it.

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  Fun Fun FUN - 2003 Honda Element
  By wonderwoma - September 14 - 10:00 am

  This is a vehicle that makes driving anywhere fun. It can haul and get very dirty but cleans up nicely. My guests think the back seat is comfortable especially in rides two hours or less.

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  Yippie - 2006 Honda Element
  By sum1 - September 11 - 10:30 pm

  owned a jeep and rav-4 in the past niether compare in overall driving excitement. good gas mileage, tight turning radius, small in length and fun to drive, me being a tall guy and still have plenty of room to relax both up front and in the back with room to spare. A+

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  Great Utility Vehicle - 2006 Honda Element
  By Dan - September 10 - 1:13 pm

  This is my familys second Element and we have loved both. Safety and performance are both very good. Very low maintenance. The 2wd seems a little bit peppier than the 4wd that we had previously. The stereo as well as the interior design are both very nice. Ways to improve this vehicle would include a little bit more power and slightly better fuel economy. Otherwise it is a fantastic vehicle!

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  Cargo Load - 2006 Honda Element
  By HC - September 8 - 12:11 pm

  After reading owners guide, I was disappointed to read that the cargo load is 675 pounds. So, IMOP, Honda is advertising the cavernous interior as if it can haul lots of stuff, that is doing customers an injustice. If you have the car full...4 people at 150 pounds each, you can only carry another 75 pounds of gear, whats that two full suitcases? The class I hitch is a joke!

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  Practical Box - 2003 Honda Element
  By extreme element - September 8 - 10:00 am

  The Element is all that it is expected to be; functional, unusual in appearance,a hit with the younger generation,reasonably comfortable, dependable, and easy to operate.

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  LOVE IT BUT NEEDS IMPROVEMENT - 2003 Honda Element
  By ZOE MADISON - September 8 - 10:00 am

  LOVE THIS VEHICLE FOR ITS ROOMY COMFORT. EASY ACCESS FROM SIDE DOORS AND REAR FOR TRANSPORTING. FANTASTIC AIR CONDITIONING. MY KIDS LOVE BEING IN A MINI HUMMER AND HAVE EVERYONE CURIOUS ABOUT THIER MOMS NEW TOY. I CALL IT MY LITTLE TYKES CAR.HAS MUCH ROOM FOR IMPROVEMENTS, LOOKING FOWARD TO TAKING A TRIP WITH THE FAMILY....

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  So-so vehicle - 2005 Honda Element
  By Joe - September 8 - 8:14 am

  I wanted a CRV but it was over priced and under powered for the size. (After some research I see Honda 4 cylinder cars are woefully under powerses. Only logical reason for that its more profitable for the company then adding a V6) The 2005 Element was nearly $24,000 new, way over priced! - I bought used. The Element has been a like / dislike relationship. Its way too heavy for 150+ hp. A small V6 would of made it an enviously nice car. Had I done my homework and seen the maximum cargo, occupancy and fuel weight is a maximum of 675 pounds I wouldnt of bought it. That means 3 adults and some luggage youre already at or above maximum safe driving weight limit. When I first bought it I did my best to get the best mpg (22mpg), which meant from a dead stop to the speed limit (30 street-60mph Hwy) in about 60 - 120 seconds, that got old quick so I now get 13 city / 18 hwy. I was getting 28mpg in my V6 260 hp Maxima. Road noise is nearly unbearable, Im sure I have hearing lose driving my Element. Why do I still drive it? Laid off, making less income. I have no stomach to get into debt anytime soon. So Ill drive it till it dies.