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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  The Honda Elelment - 2006 Honda Element
  By Niki Jones - September 8 - 7:32 am

  I t drives great I like the new style with all paint and not black plastic around it. The color is great and boy what room for a small SUV.

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  My first Honda - 2007 Honda Element
  By mark - September 7 - 9:35 am

  I looked at SUVs that ranged from BMW, Volvos Nissans and Toyotas. I have owned most in the past and the Element is my favorite. It is what it says it is. Excellent value. Basic but fun to drive. Add the XM radio with the super sound system, I can not want any thing more.

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  4- MY DOGS - 2006 Honda Element
  By jetfire6 - September 6 - 10:11 pm

  the best vehicle for the dog hauler. Great to clean and does not retain the pee pee smell if accidents happen

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  Honda Element - 2006 Honda Element
  By leinad - September 6 - 7:19 pm

  Element drives well and handles like a car, actually better in some respects. It has been fun owning a unique vehicle like this one. I do get lots of looks from everyone. People love the car. I think mostly because it is unique as far as everything else out there on the road.

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  Happy with my element! - 2005 Honda Element
  By Douglas Bomzer - August 31 - 12:08 pm

  Such a great truck, its like a toy! I love my element so much, just take one for a test drive an di promise you will understand how much I love mine. Roomy, versatile, great handling, a pleasure to drive and all my friends love to go aorund town in it!

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  Little Big Truck - 2004 Honda Element
  By PFY - August 29 - 3:41 pm

  I just purchased my certified used 2004 EX and I couldnt be more thrilled. I realize I have not had the extensive experience with it some others have had, but simply coming from a very low mileage vehicle (Land Rover) to this, I was ecstatic the first time I had to go to the pump! I think the design is great and the interior is HUGE. Rides great and again, coming from the Land Rover, the wind noise is no worse, even with the less than aerodynamic design. If you are looking for lots of space and functionality, get one of these. It is fun to drive and the stereo on the EX is KILLER! If you are at all like me, the looks will grow on you too.

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  Honda Element - 2004 Honda Element
  By BayGirl - August 28 - 10:00 am

  This is a darn good vehicle, especially in its first year on the market. Well researched and thoughtfully decked out. Great fun to drive. Unequalled head and foot room. Great car!!!

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  Im in my ELEMENT - 2004 Honda Element
  By mspat55 - August 28 - 10:00 am

  I have an Olds Regency 98 Brougham and a Ford T-Bird. Last December, I bought a new Element. My husband andI "fight" over who gets to drive it to our respective jobs. The other two cars are great but just dont get that "fun" thing working for me. I am a librarian and a senior citizen but I am just a kid when I am in my ELEMENT!

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  everything you need! - 2004 Honda Element
  By norbit - August 28 - 10:00 am

  I love this car! I am 23, and have a large dog. No hair on those seats, easy cleaning for the inside. The room you have is unbelievable. Side doors are the best. Would love to see the sun room done electrically.

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  Great vehicle - 2004 Honda Element
  By HarmonyTime - August 28 - 10:00 am

  I switched from a Mercedes C220 (which I really liked) to the Element and got an improvement in highway driving comfort. Flexibility and roominess is unmatched. Highway ride much better than my friends Yukon. Right door joint creaks/clinks occasionally on rough road; drivers side totally noiseless.