Honda Element

Guide Note

The Honda Element is a compact crossover SUV from Japanese automaker Honda. The element is noted for is boxy design and carrying capacity.

Fast Facts

1. Class: compact crossover SUV
2. Passengers: Four
3. Engine: In-Line 4-Cylinder 16-Valve DOHC i-VTEC¹
4. Transmission: 5-Speed manual and automatic¹
5. Fuel Efficiency: 18/23 (manual),¹ 19/24 (automatic 4WD),¹ 20/25 (automatic)¹
6. Horsepower @ rpm: 166 @ 5800¹
7. Torque (lb-ft @ rpm): 161 @ 4000¹
8. MSRP: $18,980-$22,390¹

"Honda's least expensive SUV, the Element, received its most extensive improvements in 2007, including a horsepower boost, new transmission and new, sportier-riding SC model. Through it all, the Element remains a no-fuss vehicle."—MSN Autos²

"...behind that cubist philosophy is a level of versatility that bests that of many other small wagons or compact SUVs."—Edmunds³

"The mainstream models that dog lovers and surfers love remain, but the introduction of the chic new Element SC turns this versatile box on wheels into a lowered, carpeted, monochromatic urban cruiser."—New Car Test Drive⁴