2004 Honda Element Consumer Discussions

Honda Element Maintenance and Repair

• Re: Element problem..HELP! [krave73]

  Written by: chelleb on Nov 8, 2010 6:23:19 AM

  I have had this problem twice so far with my Element. It is a 2004 Element EX Manual Transmission, has 180k miles on it, and was purchased brand new by me. The first time was a few years ago, and I don't remember what was done to repair it. The second time was this weekend. I had a lot of work done the last few weeks (head gasket, valves, etc....) and ... Read More

• Re: Honda Element won't start [n4ser]

  Written by: tespro on Jul 21, 2010 9:43:13 PM

  I have exactly the same problem you describe in my 2004 Element. It randomly fails to start while in park. I have found a get-around that has worked every time. Leave the ignition turned on, press the brake, move the gear selector to neutral, then try starting. For us, it has never failed. But the solution to my problem can't be the solenoid ... or it would still fail to start ... Read More

Towing with a Honda Element

• Towing a 1200 lb camper w/honda element

  Written by: elaine101 on Aug 29, 2009 8:02:58 AM

  I would like to tow my 13' Scamp camper that weighs 1200 pounds with a 2004 Honda Element that only has two wheel drive. Can this work? Does it matter if a car has 2wd or 4wd as long as it has enough power to tow a vehicle? Thank you.

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• Re: Element buying in Maine

  Written by: saw11 on Mar 10, 2009 11:48:41 AM

  Beware Prime Honda in Saco Maine. I tried to purchase a 2008 AWD EX leftover in December, and they used 2 distinctive tools to try and up the purchasing price; 1. After a few phone calls to inquire and begin the interest portion of the deal, they stated a price on the phone that seemed in the correct ballpark for this car. When arriving to have the face to face encounter, ... Read More

A catalytic converter costs what?!?!?!

• A catalytic converter costs what?!?!?!

  Written by: jashcraft on Apr 17, 2008 6:47:43 AM

  Let me start by saying I love my Element. I have since I got it brand new in 2004. Now, after much discussion and debate, the tech believes the hesitation that I have is caused by a plugged up catalytic converter. Cost to replace: $1675. I have done a bit of research and have found that the average cost to replace a cat in most cars is between $250 and $350. ... Read More

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• 2004 Honda Element Stalling Problem

  Written by: willmd on Jul 21, 2007 9:50:03 AM

  My 2004 Honda Element with 44K miles has been fine until last week when it unexpectedly stalled while turning left on a very hot Florida afternoon. The clock display also went off. I shifted into park and restarted it easily. There was no warning, no engine or other noises. About an hour later, it happened again after making another left turn. The next morning there were no problems turning left, and ... Read More

• Re: 2004 Honda Element Stalling Problem [willmd]

  Written by: ejhara on Feb 26, 2008 4:07:09 PM

  My son has a 2007 Element EX which has stalled twice on turns. It starts right back up, I understand. Car has about 15 thousand miles on it. We're taking it back to the dealer this weekend. My point: Did you ever discover what was causing this problem? Is your car still doing it? Anything you can tell me/us will certainly help as we make a one-hour trip to the dealer ... Read More

• Re: Honda Element won't start [n4ser]

  Written by: n4ser on Dec 5, 2006 7:59:50 PM

  good news, the dealer has found the problem- the solenoid was malfunctioning. they tell me that they have not seen this problem in any other element and they were suprised when they discovered this problem. the car is under warranty and i got it fixed free. i stopped by the show room and i'm considering trading in my 2004 EX AWD for a brand new 2007 Element. I paid about 20,000 ... Read More

Honda Element Real World MPG

• Re: Honda Element: MPG - Real World Numbers [steve_]

  Written by: thetoaster on Dec 14, 2007 11:13:24 PM

  I have a 2004 EX, and drive 150 miles a day, 90% of which is freeway. Freeway speed is in the low 60's. Since I bought the Toaster, I have been checking mileage on a fairly regular basis and have been able to keep it between 27-28 mpg. The Toaster gets regular oil changes and check ups. I love my Element! As many hours as I spend in it every day, ... Read More

Weird car compass problems with Honda Element?

• Weird car compass issues with Honda Element?

  Written by: cybersu on Jun 2, 2007 10:05:51 PM

  I have a 2004 Honda Element and recently purchased one of those little "floaty" car compasses that has a suction cup to stick on your dashboard. When I take the compass more than, say, 20 feet from the car, it points the correct direction. But when I put it IN the car, it consistently tells me I'm going South - might be southeast, or southwest, but it's basically telling me South. ... Read More

Honda Element Tires and Wheels

• Re: Honda Element EX Tire Suggestions [rtremont]

  Written by: westoaks on May 6, 2007 6:35:45 PM

  I have 2004 element ex want to put michelin m&s 225x70x16 sams club on it. How does yours ride on highway now, corner, brake. and look? They say michelin tires are smaller so the 225 part should be ok to replace 215 ? Main concern is the ride. Sams has two types of michelin225s which ones did you buy? I love michelin they cost more but last so much longer than ... Read More

Towing with a Honda Element

• Towing with a Honda Element

  Written by: tmeidi on Nov 4, 2006 2:05:38 PM

  I have a 2004 Honda Element EX AWD and love it. I'd like to purchase a small trailer for it to separately transport a small 11-foot sailboat, a John Deere lawn tractor, or lumber, drywall, etc. My questions about towing with it are three-fold: 1) Is the 1,500 pound maximum noted in the owner's manual absolute?; 2) What has your experience been in towing with the Element?; and 3) What challenges, ... Read More

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• Re: air conditioning design weaknees for Honda Element [zabeth]

  Written by: wamba2000 on Jul 31, 2006 11:28:08 AM

  zabeth, I installed the "gutter guard" solution on my 2004 EX. Lowes had black plastic gutter guard, so you can't really see it and it matches the factory black grill area. Between cutting the guard to length, then installing with black zip ties, the whole thing took about 20 mintes. I picked off about 6 bugs that woudl have hit the condensor on a recent trip. The gutter guard still has ... Read More

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• Re: EX stereo questions [allfiredup]

  Written by: bigal1020 on Nov 26, 2005 7:12:33 AM

  I have a 2004 Honda Element EX AWD with the upgraded stereo system. I can honestly tell you that the factory system will deliver top notch sound. Unless you are looking for really loud thumping bass this system will do whatever you want it to and all types of music sounds good if the settings are adjusted correctly. The AUX input is in the shelf on the passenger side and a ... Read More

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• Re: Honda Elements at Invoice [hili]

  Written by: ksra on Aug 7, 2005 7:25:18 AM

  As I posted before I got (new) 2004 Element from Lorenz Honda in Greenfield, MA (close to VT and NH) about a month ago. I paid below invoice b/c it was 2004 and got a VERY generous trade allowance (I had shopped around). All-in-all I got a great deal and had a superior buying experience. There is a larger volume dealership in Northampton (Lia) but I couldn't even get a dealer ... Read More

• Bought NEW 2004 in MA

  Written by: ksra on Jul 25, 2005 7:14:46 PM

  I just bought my first Honda, 2004 Element EXS AWD, and I LOVE it. I paid $20,200 (not including tax title, etc) which was about $100 less than dealer invoice. Lorenz Honda in Greenfield MA also gave me $300 above book on my trade (2003 Neon with almost 60,000 miles). I had shopped other SUVs and went in to test the CRV. I went in on Thursday night to test drive ... Read More

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• Re: Aftermarket [lumbar]

  Written by: tidester on May 26, 2005 10:20:46 PM

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• Re: honda element side doors [spencer3] Awkward

  Written by: footie on Mar 26, 2005 3:18:28 PM

  We think that the doors are very awkward. We have teenagers and they like to sit in the back. So if you are in a spot where there are cars parallel parked on both sides of you it's tough. You have to open the front door to open the back. When the front is open, there's nowhere to stand to open the back. So we back out parallel parking to let ... Read More

• Re: A boxy second car [rhody_marco]

  Written by: micweb on Mar 11, 2005 11:10:04 AM

  You said, in part: "My questions... The new side-crash results were disappointing. Any idea if Honda plans to address this, say with standard side airbags ? " Honda has a new safety program called "Saftey for All;" from what I understand they intend to incorporate antilock brakes, side curtain airbags, and vehicle stability control in ALL their vehicles in the next few years. On a more immediate note, the 2004 CR-V ... Read More

• no title

  Written by: steve_ on Jan 25, 2005 4:19:53 PM

  It has been quiet a while:   Model Central - 2004 Honda Element   The CR-V and Odyssey have been updated for '05, so I suspect the Element won't be far behind.   Steve, Host

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• 04 Element EX 4WD

  Written by: tigergod2k on Jan 21, 2005 6:51:34 AM

  I also shopped around for a 2004 Honda Element EX 4WD Automatic (Side Air Bags and with all standard equipment). The price Dealer asked was $20,000.00, which includes NYC sales taxes,$490 destination fee and plates\registration fees also. I figured the final price payed came out to be about $2190 under invoice, which I think is even better then 2005. But since this car is a year older, it's already lost value ... Read More

• My Honda Element

  Written by: shannon3 on Dec 22, 2004 10:14:49 AM

  We bought our new 2004 Honda Element at Buerkley Honda in White Bear Lake Minnesota last week and I love it! We got the 2004 Element 5DR 4WD EXS, Fiji Blue Pearl with the front and side airbags. I just love this truck, sure beats the 2002 Dodge Caravan we got rid of! We paid $21,840.00 for ours but we got the 1.9% for 60 months! Can't beat that! The only ... Read More

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• Re: New Element owner! [andrew4]

  Written by: mundomania on Nov 27, 2004 11:48:08 AM

  Andrew Just totaled my new Beetle 2000 w 165000 miles on it. Considering a Honda element Are you happy after alll that farfagnuven I got tired of the Maintainance on the BUG Is the MPG a killer on the element???? I cant find manual so im considering leftover 2004 ex later Bob Bianco Mundotozz@msn.com

Honda Element Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Just bought one in Portland, Oregon

  Written by: makila on Oct 25, 2004 9:20:21 AM

  2004 Black EX AWD Automatic for $20,000 plus $218 for title, license, registration, etc. in Portland, Oregon. First, my husband and I went to Ron Tonkin Honda on 122nd because they gave us a Costo Price quote of $20,207 for an EXS (but they added on a ton of accessories that weren't included in that quote). To make a long story short, the sales manager then offered the EX for $20,000 ... Read More

• Re: 2004 Honda Element LX AWD

  Written by: nurseben on Sep 23, 2004 11:32:16 AM

  I just bought a 2004 Element LX AWD Manual for $17,984. What makes this a GREAT price is that the dealer got within $200 of Carmax on my trade. Carmax pays the best on trades if you have a new car. My trade was a 2004 truck. What has worked for me in the past is to get the best price possible upfront, which usually means buying late in the model ... Read More

• Re: price & finance for 2004 honda element in san antonio [srs45]

  Written by: elementowners on Sep 21, 2004 10:19:41 AM

  2005 Elements won't be on dealer lots until December/January. FYI.

• Re: 2004 Honda Element LX AWD Automatic [deadfish]

  Written by: lgroses on Sep 10, 2004 10:08:45 PM

  Thank you for your reply deadfish. In addition to the quote of $17,522.00, I have been offered a cargo tray, which retails through cheaphondaparts.com for $69.30, plus sales tax, shipping, and handling. Not nearly enough. I am hoping that the Internet sales manager will somehow "sweeten the deal" to secure the sale. He is a good man, and I would like to give him my business. How much is too much ... Read More

• Re: 2004 Honda Element LX AWD Automatic [lgroses]

  Written by: deadfish on Sep 10, 2004 9:16:39 PM

  lgroses My brother just bought a 2004 LX Auto Fwd (Orlando, Fl) for $16,500 + Tax, Fees etc... $18,500 Out the door (no rebates or trade in). The doc fees here are $499+. I think $17,522.00 for a LX AWD sounds about right. You couldn't beat that price in this area (Orlando).

• 2004 Honda Element LX AWD Automatic

  Written by: lgroses on Sep 10, 2004 4:34:02 PM

  I live in the San Francisco Bay Area. I am pricing the 2004 Honda Element LX AWD with an automatic transmission. The lowest price quoted to me so far is $17,522.00, including destination fee. (Invoice is $18,322.00.) Dealer financing has been offered at 2.90%. Can I do any better than this? Should I wait, perhaps, another month or two? Please reply with any comments and/or suggestions. Thank you.

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• '05 Element - Not due till December 15

  Written by: nowakj66 on Sep 9, 2004 12:22:12 PM

  I called American Honda and they told me that the new 2005 Element will be introduced December 15. It looks like it will be just about the last Honda to get updated. Perhaps they have a lot of 2004s left to sell.

• Engine Light/ Auto Shifter Locked(serv. bulletin)

  Written by: parky on Aug 4, 2004 4:56:21 AM

  First, we love our element. The past weekend the engine light came on at 10K miles, and at the same time the shifter locked in place. The light coded a faulty ECM(main computer). It was replaced, and then another engine light code for Barametric pressure. That sensor was replaced. The auto shifter lock was due to a throttle body service bulletin. You can pop the platic cover off the shifting housing ... Read More

• Re: Element as car for family with infants - crazy? [nowakj66]

  Written by: anonymousposts on Aug 9, 2004 9:05:49 AM

  "Is an Element a crazy car for a family?" I have seen several young families in Elements. The height, interior room, and low-maintenance interior make this an attractive option for couples with young kids. "I have never driven with an infant for any length of time in my Accord, so to be fair, I am not sure if an automatic might be better than a stick for a new father too ... Read More

• Overall Great Vehicle, but............

  Written by: antique_number on Jul 30, 2004 7:02:02 PM

  I'm a Honda fan. However, I went from a 2000 Isuzu Trooper to a 2004 Honda Element. Overall it is a great vehicle and fun to drive. I really wanted a manual transmission; however, they are extremely hard to come by, so I settled for the automatic. Only a few complaints: too much road noise, doors sound like a tin can when closing, and not enough inside enclosed storage compartments. If ... Read More

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• Re: price & finance for 2004 honda element in san antonio [emarkv]

  Written by: wiggy on Jul 21, 2004 10:40:24 PM

  I think you can get lower. I paid $18,000 for the 2004 Element EX, FWD, automatic transmission, no side airbags and no add-ons. With TT/L included I drove off the lot at just under $19,700. Shop it around a little, especially at the end of the month. I bought mine in Houston on the last day of June. Take Care & Have Fun!

• Re: price & finance for 2004 honda element in san antonio [emarkv]

  Written by: srs45 on Jul 19, 2004 1:53:28 PM

  Invoice plus $490 destination charge for that vehicle is $17,953. I would offer $17,553 ($400 below invoice)plus tax and registration. The 2005 Elements will be out in August, so this is a fair price. Plus, I believe there is a $400 manufacturer to dealer incentive.

• price & finance for 2004 honda element in san antonio

  Written by: emarkv on Jul 18, 2004 9:56:40 PM

  Hi ALL- I am considering purchase of a 2004 Honda Element EX with 5 speed manual transmission and front wheel drive. Honda dealer in San Antonio, Texas quoted me a price of $18,300 (includes destination charge) and 3.9 percent loan from Honda financing. Is $18,300 price a good deal for this car? Any feedback is appreciated. :+) Thanks. --emarkv

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• my dealer says element has side curtain airbags

  Written by: deepdrop on Jul 16, 2004 6:09:41 PM

  Our Honda dealer says the 2004 Honda Element has side curtain airbags available as an option. I have not been able to confirm this anywhere. I do know that side airbags are available, but I have not seen anything about side curtains. Can anyone tell me for sure if they are available? Thanks.

• no title

  Written by: varmint on Jun 22, 2004 11:33:46 AM

  I forget which magazine it was (C&D, MT, or R&T), but one of them did a long term test on the Element. During that test, they loaded the vehicle up. In the next issue, they had a letter asking about overloading the E. In their explanation, they used the same GVWR minus curb weight to figure max payload. Varmint 2004 Honda SUV Olympics

• Honda Element payload

  Written by: footie on Jun 21, 2004 5:55:04 PM

  The Manual for our 2004 Element says the gross vehicle weight rating is 4,450 pounds. The FWD/MT weighs 3391 per Honda's web site. That would leave a payload of around 1050 pounds. The manual says to include the tongue weight along with occupants and cargo.

• 2004 element ex fwr steering issue

  Written by: michael4 on Jun 13, 2004 8:19:01 AM

  We have a 2004 Honda Element with 1500 miles on it . During the test drive we both felt a slight pull to the right. Now, when we go down the road or freeway and you let go of the steering wheel the Element pulls to the Right Quickly. We took our Element to Honda service and they checked the front end alignment and it checked out ok. We are frustrated ... Read More

• Just Got My Element

  Written by: haresh02 on May 18, 2004 9:02:28 PM

  Hi, I am new here, but have been lurking around for a long time, trying to do my studying and research. Finally bought my Element today. 2004 EX 4WD with side air and EX Sports Package for $21,700. Got it in the best dealer in Nashville, TN - CREST Honda. I love it. Havent driven it much juts the drive from the dealership to my house and it was awesome! Will ... Read More

Honda Element Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Just got my new element

  Written by: haresh02 on May 18, 2004 8:57:35 PM

  Hi, I am from Nashville, TN and I just got my 2004 Honda 4W 5DR Element with side air, and the EX Sports Package (side steps,foglights,spolier,rrack) for $21,700. excluding tax and title. I am so happy because after lots of research and looking and test driving, I think we found our car! I am so proud too because I was able to let the only 2 Honda dealers in Nashville compete ... Read More

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• Scion xB demand will be regional

  Written by: deranged on May 8, 2004 2:20:37 PM

  Per varmint's earlier note regarding regional demand. The demand for the Scion xB should be as well. My wife and I were having a little bit of a battle regarding what the next family vehicle should be. I was pushing for looking seriously at the xb for two reasons, cost and mileage. (The new vehicle will be my daily driver, and I currently have a '90 Range Rover.) I like the ... Read More

• Re: Element sales tanking... [deranged #3214]

  Written by: civicw on May 6, 2004 7:44:09 AM

  http://www.prnewswire.com/cgi-bin/stories.pl?ACCT=109&STORY=/- www/story/05-03-2004/0002165675&EDATE= shows Honda sales by model for April and YTD.

Honda Element Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• pricing on 2004 4wd EX w/side airbags (5spd)

  Written by: figure5 on Apr 22, 2004 9:35:08 PM

  Hi, I bought an Element this week, pretty excited about it. Thanks for all the posts, they were helpful in my negotiations. 2004 4wd EX w/SAB, 5spd, + splash guards, in Nighthawk Black Pearl bottom line: price -- $19080 destination, tax, title, docs -- $1920 $21,000 out the door, at Howard Cooper Honda in Ann Arbor, MI. I purchased a yakima roof rack from REI, they're having some good sales right ... Read More

• Atlanta Element Buying Adventure

  Written by: 8484 on Apr 19, 2004 12:45:22 PM

  I live in Atlanta and priced 2004 Element EX 2WD (orange) w/o add'l options. Best price in metro ATL was $19,381, with a $500 trade for my 1990 Saab 900 with 217k miles on it. Lanier Honda, 30 miles North, offered it for $17,996 ($19,255 out-the-door). BUT, they would not take my Saab on trade, so I was going to sell it myself, hoping for about $1,000. Before I could buy, ... Read More

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• 2004 Honda Elemet LX Leaking Oil at mere 4,000 miles

  Written by: ikelim on Apr 13, 2004 2:02:03 PM

  I had to take my 2004 LX Element in due to oil leak/spray. Dealer had to change the vtec spool valve filter(gasket). Imagine that! 4,000 miles on Honda and oil leak !!! I just hope nothing else will go wrong...otherwise, I love the ride.

• ALERT

  Written by: friendsofamir on Mar 30, 2004 12:59:40 PM

  BEFORE PURCHASING THIS CAR, PLEASE BE AWARE THAT ON MARCH 25, 2004 MY GOOD FRIEND WAS KILLED IN A CAR ACCIDENT. HE WAS DRIVING A HONDA ELEMENT. ACCORDING TO THE POLICE REPORT I RECEIVED SECOND HAND, HE WAS NOT UNDER THE INFLUENCE AND HE WAS GOING 85 mph WHEN HE HIT GRAVEL. THE CAR SPUN OUT OF CONTROL, FLIPPED OVER, AND CRUSHED HIS BODY. I WOULD FEEL MORALLY WRONG IF I ... Read More

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• Anyone want to confirm my worst fear?

  Written by: bigandtall on Mar 16, 2004 7:23:27 AM

  After months of researching American cars and negotiating like a hawk, I walked into a Honda Dealer cold and think I walked out paying too much. Would anyone like to confirm this for me even though it is too late? I'm in Indianapolis, IN. I just purchased a Metallic Green 2004 Element 4WD Auto EX with no add-ons. MSRP was $21590 and I paid $21200. There were no additional fees, but ... Read More

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• hdowdy

  Written by: lalagimp on Mar 12, 2004 10:06:56 PM

  Which part of VA are you trying to buy in? You can look up my info under here, and note the date lalagimp "Honda Element: Prices Paid & Buying Experience" Jan 2, 2004 3:24pm

• 2004 Element EX 4WD Stick Shift w/ side air bags

  Written by: 2004_element on Feb 17, 2004 7:33:23 PM

  I paid 20844 this included $490 destination and the following (about $400 for this stuff): Skylight shade screen Cargo Cover Carpeted Floor Mats PLUS: 50 service fee (don't know for what) 1044 tax 21 baseball stadium 105 registration and title 22065 bottom line Hope you feel better about that arm rest and keyless entry. I'm sure you can add both to your car somehow. I have the stick shift. Love the ... Read More

• Test Drove an Element today - Yukky ride

  Written by: footie on Jan 29, 2004 2:40:41 PM

  I test drove a 2004 Element EX today, 2WD 5 speed. I thought the vehicle was neat. I like the interior functionality, the easy to use controls and space. The fit and finish was good but VERY plastic. I had hoped for a high touch but it only looked that way. The seat back adjuster was loosely attached in one Element I sat in while fine in the one I test ... Read More

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• Price for new Element in Delaware.

  Written by: ycyash on Jan 6, 2004 2:27:14 PM

  I just bought a Honda Element EX 2004, Side airbags, Manual. With 6 Year / 100,000 mile warranty for the total of about $21,200 with tax & tags & a cargo net. The MSRP for the warranty is around 1100, but I was able to get it for 850.

• 2004 Honda Element?

  Written by: allenbills on Dec 14, 2003 11:14:12 AM

  When is the 04 Element scheduled to be available to purchase? How much more for 04 base increase??

• question

  Written by: yals on Dec 27, 2003 8:02:01 AM

  Hi, I have a question to all experienced Honda buyers out here. What in your opinion based on previous years of dealing with Honda is the best time to buy Element? Now - when Honda is offering 3.9% (ending 12/5/04) but Element 2004 is not on the dealer’s lot yet. Or wait month or two? How low the price may drop after its arrival? Couple hundreds or thousand? The matter is ... Read More

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• OK Paul

  Written by: jeffray46 on Dec 10, 2003 6:32:02 PM

  Know how you feel, I got no response to my inquiry on another board about dealer pricing. Anyway, what is the advantage of buying a 2004 Element EX if 2003 Element EXs are still around and discounted below invoice? The information on the honda site is not clear. Thanks.

• Hondas Web pages now updated to include 2004

  Written by: 2004_element on Dec 10, 2003 6:10:19 AM

  HondaCars.com has updated their web pages to include the 2004. I'm curious as to why the Facts Sheet doesn't include the new LX trim level. However, the Element Page has a Javascript pop up which explains the new LX trim level. (i.e. LX is DX plus air cond and stereo systems)

• 2004?

  Written by: crcoxe on Nov 25, 2003 5:28:49 AM

  Anyone know when/whether Honda will release a 2004 Element? Thinking of buying, but may wait until the '04s are out to get a better deal on an '03. I see that many dealers are already marking them down quite a bit, perhaps in anticipation of release of the '04. Also, anyone know what (if any) differences the '04 will have? Sorry if these questions have already been asked and answered - ... Read More

• no title

  Written by: ateixeira on Nov 17, 2003 6:51:24 AM

  So now we have PB2.0, aka 2004_element. Can we get the new one to use some paragraphs to make the posts a little easier to read? :o) varmint must have ESP, and I don't mean Electronic Stability Program. I test drove a 2003 Vue, and also one of the newer CR-Vs, and much preferred the Honda. Saturn did improve the interiors for 2004, plus they now use a Honda 3.5l V6 ... Read More

• RE:...Can't decide..

  Written by: boiko on Sep 19, 2003 1:38:10 PM

  My bad...after living in the Honda Element specs/reviews for a year, I started researching the new 2004 Acura TL and spaced on the fact that you don't get the Moonroof with the FWD EX 8-) So it looks like a no-brainer then, get the AWD EX... You just have to decide on the color, I myself like the GG.. -mike-

• mtngal -- I live in Wiesbaden!

  Written by: xweb on Aug 21, 2003 12:26:01 AM

  So I don't expect to be driving through snow as often as on wet roads and/or icy roads. But I do have a somewhat steep road to climb to get to my house, lined with cars on both sides--I don't want to slide into anyone in my new Element! Of course, over here, the roads are cleaned pretty quickly, and the car I have right now, a 15-year-old Opel Kadett hatch ... Read More

• 2004 Element

  Written by: superb_herb on Aug 5, 2003 4:18:07 PM

  Hi gang, Re: next year's Element, I called the toll free "(800) 33-HONDA" number yesterday. They said that based on info they've had since July, that the DX should stay the same. As for the EX, keyless remote and passenger side armrest will be added. I think another item was mentioned---I think new interior plastic for the "A" pillar? (I actually called to find out more about the '04 CR-V, which ... Read More

• Competition for the Element?

  Written by: steve_ on Apr 24, 2003 9:45:09 PM

  "A similarly equipped two-wheel-drive Honda Element EX would run you about $5,000 more." Full Test: 2004 Scion xB Steve, Host

• Car & Driver article comments

  Written by: s852 on Jan 21, 2003 3:24:59 PM

  Even that Car & Driver article says the drivers seat is too low in the Element. Honda needs to get a height adjuster for the drivers seat by 2004.

• Cheap plastic on DX model

  Written by: jopi on Jan 18, 2003 5:32:49 PM

  After seeing posts about it, I went to a local dealer this evening to check out the plastic used in the fenders/panels of the DX line. Unfortunately, I found them to be of such poor quality that I'm re thinking even buying an Element this year. Anything more than the slightest pressure leaves highly noticeable scratches. I made a couple myself with my fingernails(not even trying to dig in at all.) ... Read More

• no title

  Written by: ateixeira on Aug 27, 2002 2:14:20 PM

  I agree with Mario, in that they were thinking ahead, and that if the Element sells well they'll have the 2004 Element SUT at dealers in a year. A Crew Cab basically, which would be extremely easy to do given the small doors already in place. Honda knows what they're doing. They cannot please every single consumer. I think the idea here was to create a niche vehicle to please a ... Read More

• no title

  Written by: himiler on Aug 20, 2002 8:06:15 PM

  Maybe Honda should've named the Element "Pluto Nash" instead. Gen-Yers don't want milk crates on wheels. They want low-slung coupes and sedans with good kit levels. I can see the DX trim having crank windows, but no cruise control or ABS? Give me a friggin' break! Also, notice that there is no mention of four-wheel disc brakes on either trim level. Way to go, Honda. You're busy with this Aztek clone ... Read More

• Is the Stream coming?

  Written by: ropedart on May 20, 2002 10:02:40 AM

  Autonews.com suggest that the Honda Stream may come in 2004. This 7 seven seater car would be a great addition to the Element. The Odyssey is too much van for my wife. I can see Honda bringing it in to compete with the Toyota Scion line of stuff. I think the C pillar needs work though-too much like a cartoon C.

• Thigh support should've swung up

  Written by: ropedart on May 9, 2002 11:13:14 PM

  I knew Honda has done configurable seats in Japan. I don't understand why they didn't go thru with the Stepwagon chairs. Either they did not have time or they will offer it in 2004. The extra cost could have been covered by offering it as an option. Like the Stepwagon they could just have the front thigh support go up to form a seatback. As for the suicide doors, Yep, I ... Read More