2006 Honda Element Consumer Discussions

It's a Honda?

• It's a Honda?

  Written by: hotpass105 on Nov 21, 2011 9:56:08 PM

  Okay. Let me give you a bit of background here. My father is looking into purchasing a new car for me, but following our experience with a Honda Element I don't think I'll be able to persuade him into getting another Honda. Now let me provide a few details. It is a 2006, and we have had a lot of issues on our way to 90,000 miles. Heater Core failed, Throttle ... Read More

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• Need Help - Remote Lock/Entry, Radio, Power Locks Not Working

  Written by: maynardhe06lx on Sep 17, 2009 12:57:57 PM

  Model: Honda Element LX 2006 So I recently bought one of those DC splitter that I can plug in to the DC socket so I can charge my GPS while my daughter watches video. After a few hours of driving, I notice my remote lock is not working --problem #1 (at first I thought I needed a new battery for my remote lock/entry). Then I tried opening the door using the ... Read More

Honda Element Maintenance and Repair

• Re: 2003 Honda Element Side Airbag replacement [snazer]

  Written by: elementman on Dec 12, 2010 11:31:51 AM

  I feel and share your pain. My 2006 E blew the passenger side airbag several years ago from a hard bottom scrape. No body damage. After several months of research and costs above $1000 I decided to cut off the airbag (puny bag anyway) and stitch up the seat - and live with the light. As for replacing the airbag - I'm told there are several items that need to be ... Read More

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• Need Help - Remote Lock/Entry, Radio, Power Locks Not Working

  Written by: maynardhe06lx on Sep 16, 2009 9:15:40 PM

  Model: Honda Element LX 2006 So I recently bought one of those DC splitter that I can plug in to the DC socket so I can charge my GPS while my daughter watches video. After a few hours of driving, I notice my remote lock is not working --problem #1 (at first I thought I needed a new battery for my remote lock/entry). Then I tried opening the door using the ... Read More

Honda Element Windshield Problems

• Honda Element Windshield Problems

  Written by: rwright2010 on Jul 8, 2010 7:31:31 PM

  I bought my 2006 Honda Element used a few years back and its been a good car except that I've had to replace the windshield 3 times already. I'm wondering if anyone else has had this problem. Seems like the way the windshield is situated makes it a rock magnet?

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• Re: 2009 Honda Element [micweb]

  Written by: ragets on Aug 11, 2008 7:53:42 AM

  These are the ratings for the 2006 Element: http://www.safercar.gov/portal/site/safercar/menuitem.db847bd57e3dc1f885dfc38c35- a67789/?vgnextoid=c95df2905bf54110VgnVCM1000002fd17898RCRD http://www.iihs.org/ratings/rating.aspx?id=294 http://www.iihs.org/ratings/rating.aspx?id=173 These are the ratings for the 2007 Honda Element: http://www.safercar.gov/portal/site/safercar/menuitem.db847bd57e3dc1f885dfc38c35- a67789/?vgnextoid=c95df2905bf54110VgnVCM1000002fd17898RCRD http://www.iihs.org/ratings/rating.aspx?id=173 http://www.iihs.org/ratings/rating.aspx?id=865 The 2006 Honda Element, from the NHSTA, got 5-stars for all seating positions. The only problem was for a Higher Likelihood of Head Injury, which was cured with the 2007 Honda Element with the side curtain airbags. Which is why I bought the 2007 Element. 3-Star ... Read More

Honda Element Maintenance and Repair

• Re: Air conditioning problem [marty1946]

  Written by: blueiedgod on Jun 26, 2009 9:46:18 AM

  Yes, I have a 2006 Honda Element. The air conditioning when I started up to go to work would not go on. I work at Sears in the automotive dept. and had them check my problem. When they brought it in the shop the air conditioning was working and cooling. When I left work it was working fine, but then again it quit. Could not get the blower to engage. At ... Read More

• Re: Thinking of Purchasing Used Element [dpomper]

  Written by: elementman on Jun 17, 2009 8:38:57 PM

  I own a 2006 Element AWD auto with 64K miles and love the car! I drive hard with lots of stop and go and lots of dusty roads. On second set of tires (first replacement set) and replaced front pads once. Other than that, regular oil changes is about all I've needed. I am such a believer we bought a 2008 for my wife to drive. We are a 2 Element ... Read More

• Air conditioning problem

  Written by: marty1946 on May 26, 2009 5:24:57 AM

  Yes, I have a 2006 Honda Element. The air conditioning when I started up to go to work would not go on. I work at Sears in the automotive dept. and had them check my problem. When they brought it in the shop the air conditioning was working and cooling. When I left work it was working fine, but then again it quit. Could not get the blower to engage. At ... Read More

Honda Element Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: Element buying in Maine [saw11]

  Written by: bigfur on Mar 10, 2009 4:39:27 PM

  Now isnt it a little unfair to label a brand for what a dealership does? I know that most of the Honda dealers i went to in MN were almost as bad as that dealership sounds. They offered me in 2006 5K for an 01 chev silverado 4x4 custom, never even looked at it. It booked for around 10K at the time. I sold the truck on my own and went ... Read More

Honda Element Maintenance and Repair

• Re: One blown airbag - will rest still work? [elementman]

  Written by: blueiedgod on Feb 26, 2009 9:45:19 AM

  This may have been asked and answered before, but I couldn't find where. The PS air bag in my 2006 Element blew last year (bottom impact - no body damage) and the SRS light has been lit on my dash since then. It's a dinky little bag, and not worth $1100 to replace for the passenger side IMO. I'm cutting the bag off and sewing up the seat. My questions are ... Read More

• Re: Honda Element Owners: Problems & Solutions [pleiades]

  Written by: nemodogdad on May 1, 2008 2:46:46 PM

  We have a 2003 Element 5 spped manual fwd. Great car with a few really annoying issues. We had the drivers side passenger seat belt tensioner start malfunctioning almost from day one. At 41k miles, it finally locked up completely and would not release. I even removed the anchor bolt from the floor to maximize slack, and all it did was take up until the entire length of the bellt was ... Read More

Honda Element Test Drives

• Owned an 06 AWD Element for the past year (07-08)

  Written by: mach1mustang6 on Jan 7, 2008 12:07:16 PM

  :) My girlfreind purchased a used orange 2006 Element EX-P with AWD and every option available including the running boards, rear spoiler, fog lights, XM radio, floor mats, and mud flaps. It had 10,000 miles when she bought it and she now has almost 25,000. (one thing to keep in mind...if you can purchase a slightly used Honda Certified vehicle, you should do it...they come with a 100k mile warranty that ... Read More

Honda Element Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: 2006 EX Auto - Certified Honda [dpryor]

  Written by: ramohio on Oct 18, 2007 2:32:09 AM

  I think you got a good deal...and a trouble-free vehicle. I drive a 2005 Element EX Auto AWD 42K. No problems at all.

• 2006 EX Auto - Certified Honda

  Written by: dpryor on Oct 17, 2007 6:05:19 AM

  2006 Honda Element EX Auto - Certified Honda - 23K miles - Black - Immaculate - Dallas, TX $17,250 + fees/taxes $411 for the Honda Total Care service plan for 7 years / 100,000 miles, $0 deductible Left dealership smiling! Thanks Edmunds!

Top 10 Design Winners and Losers

• Just on a whim

  Written by: boaz47 on Apr 26, 2007 1:09:49 PM

  There isn’t a 2007 xB so the 2006s are just seriously ugly. I will also agree the xA isn’t pleasing to look at either. Subaru’s decision to make the Tribeca and Impreza look like bottom-feeding suckerfish has to place them in the same boat. I am not too impressed with the Dodge Nitro looks wise. The Prius looks a lot like a loafer someone put wheels on and the Yaris hatch ... Read More

2008 Honda Element

• I Hope This Isn't It!

  Written by: bahiablk on Mar 8, 2007 3:04:43 PM

  One of the main selling points for me with my 2006 Element was the suicide doors and the versatility with my music equipment, bicycles, day job equipment. If it looks and is wqupped like every other mid-size SUV, I'll either keep the one I have or get the SC. Does Honda have a clue about the Elements niche market?

• 2008 Honda Element

  Written by: ragets on Jan 26, 2007 1:11:44 PM

  I think that the new 2009 Element is going to be like the Honda CrossRoad. I did some research last night, and I hate to say it, but I thik it is going to be. It goes on sale in Febuary in Europe and it's boxy, sits 7 and is about the size of a CR-V. here's some web places to check it out: http://www.autospies.com/news/Leaked-New-Honda-Crossroad-11078/ http://carscoop.blogspot.com/2006/12/honda-crossover-7seater-suvmpv.html I hope Honda doesn't have ... Read More

Towing with a Honda Element

• Re: Towing with a Honda Element [tmeidi]

  Written by: elementman on Nov 21, 2006 7:32:54 PM

  I have a 2006 EX-P AWD Automatic with a dealer installed hitch. I tow a utility trailer that weighs about 850# empty. I can load it with a Polaris quad and some camping gear and the car tows heavy but stable. I've made short hauls (30 miles) with 1 to 1.2 ton loads of river rock - totaling almost 3,000 pounds. Again, the car felt heavy, and I stopped carefully, but ... Read More

Honda Element Lease Questions

• Re: Lease numbers for '06 EX-P [theomegaman]

  Written by: Car_man on Aug 6, 2006 5:18:15 AM

  Greetings theomegaman. Here is the information that you are looking for. Honda is not currently providing any sort of lease support on the 2006 Element. As a result, if you were to lease one through Honda Finance right now, you would have to use its standard lease program. Honda Finance's current buy rate standard lease money factor for 36 month terms is .00293 for consumers who pay a security deposit and ... Read More

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• Re: Dropping off the EX-P [edex06]

  Written by: cwalti on Jul 19, 2006 11:51:57 PM

  You didn't look very far by my definition... http://automobiles.honda.com/images/banners/2006/element/element_factsheet.pdf 4-Speed Automatic Transmission (Available) Gear Ratios: 1st: 2.684, 2nd: 1.535, 3rd: 1.081, 4th: 0.733, Reverse: 2.000, Final Drive: 4.438 5-Speed Manual Transmission Gear Ratios: 1st: 3.533, 2nd: 2.042, 3rd: 1.355, 4th: 1.028, 5th: 0.825, Reverse: 3.583, Final Drive: 4.765 P.S. Shun the worthless dealer who could not give you readily available information...

• Windshield breakage on 2006 models?

  Written by: applejf on Jul 11, 2006 2:29:59 PM

  Thinking very seriously about buying a 2007 Element, my first Honda since buying a new 1988 Prelude. The various owner review sites, one in particular, talk about what seems like significant numbers of people having problems with the windshield cracking, most due to rocks. Some say it's the high angle of the windshield that contributes. Any comments from 2006 model owners? (Hoping the problem has somehow been addressed and/or was an ... Read More

Honda Element Real World MPG

• Honda Element: MPG - Real World Numbers

  Written by: honda67 on Jul 12, 2006 7:02:18 AM

  I have a 2006 AWD EX Auto and am getting what I consider poor m.p.g. Currently have 1,600 miles on it and am "hoping" time may improve overal m.p.g. ??? Love the car but very disappointed in m.p.g. so far. I drive almost exculsively in town miles and never push it too hard. City 16 m.p.g. Mixed 18 m.p.g.

Honda Element Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: Lx > EX [pleiades]

  Written by: cwalti on May 18, 2006 10:31:11 AM

  I think this is a good time to buy an Element. My brother in law just drove a 2006 Pilot 2WD EX-L DVD with running boards, mudguards, wheel locks, and mats off the lot for $31,100.--. I thought this was a smoking deal!!! I would be happy to make the connection to MY Honda pusher... I got three, my brother in law has two and mother in law has an 06 ... Read More

• Re: 06 EXP Manual [bigfur]

  Written by: uncuthunk on Apr 5, 2006 12:22:08 PM

  Bought a Black 2006 Honda Element EXP AT 2WD for $19575 including dest fee. this is in california where they are selling pretty well. i suggest going through internet or fleet sales and seek outside financing to avoid the salepeople as much as possible. :) i bought mine from an area in L.A where the element isnt selling as well....(non beach community)

• Deal i was emailed from IL

  Written by: bigfur on Feb 14, 2006 4:13:12 PM

  Feb. 2006 Internet Price Quote: 2006 Honda Element 4WD EX-P 5-Speed Manual Trans: $20,440.00 including $550.00 destination fee. Feb. 2006 Total "Out the Door" figure: $20,440.00 Vehicle price including destination 57.00 DOC Fee 1,332.31 Sales Tax @ 6.5% 143.00 New License plates or $80.00 plate transfer + 7.50 Joliet Vehicle Tax $21,979.81

• 2006 EXP AWD MT in Raleigh, NC

  Written by: trout2 on Jan 30, 2006 10:53:17 AM

  I just purchased a silver EXP AWD with a 5 speed manual transmission. It will be my wife's car. We looked at 4 vehicles very seriously: '06 Toyota RAV4, '06 Honda CRV, '06 Saturn VUE and the '06 Honda Element. Obviously, the Element is a tad different than the other 3. I preferred a "traditional" car-based SUV, she really liked the Element. I admit, it is a fun car to drive. ... Read More

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• Element vs. 2006 RAV4

  Written by: jadenison on Dec 30, 2005 4:41:03 PM

  I had decided to purchase a 2006 Element EX AWD AT several months ago. However with the new changes in the 2006 RAV4, I am now looking (or attempting to look) at the RAV4. What opinions are there on the Element vs. the 2006 RAV4, and the quality/reliability of Honda and Toyota vehicles? There seem to be advantages to each of the vehicles.

• Re: Element vs. 2006 RAV4 [jadenison]

  Written by: thegraduate on Dec 31, 2005 1:56:43 PM

  The reliability of the Honda is stellar as far as all reviews are concerned. Reliability has yet to be seen on the new RAV4, but I would imagine it to be wonderful as the old one.

Honda Element Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: Nothing to do with price....BUT.... [andyman1970]

  Written by: longlegs on Dec 27, 2005 1:15:10 AM

  I am thinking of buying either an Element or a CRV. First of all, what would be the price/financing difference buying Dec 30 or Jan 30th? When are dealerships in Colorado, Oklahoma, and Florida expected to take inventory for their own taxes? I would like to wait until the end of Jan, but would deals be much better in Dec or early Jan? Can you recommend a good Honda dealership around ... Read More

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• Travel Info

  Written by: 4wheelsnflies on Dec 5, 2005 12:22:58 PM

  Does the 2006 Honda Element EX-P come with an info center that has an outside temperature gauge, remaining mileage calculator and direction traveled, etc? I didn't see anything about it in the specs but I'm not sure what it's called......

• Re: 2006 Element at dealer [nowakj66]

  Written by: mldj98 on Oct 25, 2005 7:44:30 PM

  Here in central Florida they are talking about mid to late November.... Can't figure out why Honda waits so long in the new model year to bring out the 06 Element....it is the last 06 model for Honda to bring out.... They did the same thing last year.....seen the 06's on the honda webpage but have not found any invoice prices....how about you? KBB...Edmunds....doesn't have the invoice price posted yet.... Can't ... Read More

• 'BOUT TIME!

  Written by: smoot on Oct 20, 2005 8:35:29 PM

  http://automobiles.honda.com/tools/buildandprice/frame.asp?step=trims&VIEW=34FRONT&SERIES=- 727&YEAR=2006&SERIESNAME=ELEMENT&RURL=http%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fmodels%2Fexteri- or_colors.asp%3FModelName%3DElement So what do you think about the painted panels and new colours?

• 2006 Element info on Honda web site

  Written by: nowakj66 on Oct 20, 2005 7:33:56 PM

  Looks like the painted panel option adds $500 to the EX. Build and configure to see what else is new!

• Re: 2006 Elements [hbhawaii]

  Written by: haikunalu on Sep 26, 2005 9:08:44 PM

  Thanks Howard, Island Honda said my car will be here in 2 weeks so I am going to wait and check it out, they participate with Costco also. What price did you get there? My deal was the 2005 EX, AWD, manual trans for $22,240 out the door ( that includes tax,etc). The Ranger I drive now I bought on Oahu and shipped here--$175--in 2000. The Maui Ford dealer played too ... Read More

• Re: 2006 Elements [haikunalu]

  Written by: hbhawaii on Sep 26, 2005 2:22:03 PM

  I highly recommend Big Island Honda in Kona, if you're thinking of trying other dealers. My experience there was spectacular! Also, they are a Costco dealer, so if you're a Costco member, you should get a great deal. Costs about $300 to ship the car inter-island, I think. Howard

• Re: 2006 element [allfiredup]

  Written by: micweb on Sep 22, 2005 9:09:21 AM

  There has been discussion that maybe the reason Honda is not incorporating side curtain airbags is because it is hard to mount them due to the design of the "suicide" doors. However, on many cars, including the New Beetle and my Focus ZX3, the side airbags include extensions to protect the head as well as the torso. Any idea why Honda is using this type of taller air bag? Obviously there ... Read More

• Re: 2006 element [mayos]

  Written by: allfiredup on Sep 22, 2005 6:23:13 AM

  The '05 EX had side airbags standard. It also had ABS. For '06, the LX will also get the ABS, but I've seen no mention of side airbags for it. Hopefully with Honda's obvious move toward safety the LX will get them, too.

• 2006 element

  Written by: mayos on Sep 21, 2005 9:57:33 PM

  Does anyone have any info as to safety improvements for 2006, (mainly rear passenger side airbags, etc.), 2005 and before, the side impact crash results are dismal. Daughter loves the vehicle, however unless Honda has addressed this issue we will have to shop elsewhere.

• Re: 2006 Element Intro - October 21 [allfiredup]

  Written by: smoot1138 on Sep 21, 2005 12:54:24 PM

  Yes, same here....I looked at Hondanews.com and here is a full update {as of yesterday}. QUOTE: Honda's Versatile and Fun-to-Drive Element adds a New Trim Level for 2006   2006ElementRelease.doc 24kTorrance, Calif. 09/20/2005 -- For the 2006 model year, the Honda Element freshens its lineup with the addition of a new trim level, the EX-P, to the existing EX and LX trims. All 2006 Elements include new features and added value ... Read More

• Re: 2006 Element Intro - October 21 [nowakj66]

  Written by: allfiredup on Sep 20, 2005 9:25:35 PM

  I thought I'd share a listing of updates for the '06 Element- For the 2006 model year, Honda’s versatile and fun-to-drive Element adds the EX-P trim level to its already distinct and diverse lineup. The new EX-P trim is based on the existing EX trim level and adds body-colored painted side panels and door handles. Since its launch in 2003, the Element has become the new benchmark for function and design ... Read More

• Re: 2006 Element Intro - October 21 [varmint]

  Written by: micweb on Sep 13, 2005 2:16:51 PM

  Varmint, thanks! Do you have a link for the announced changes for '06, or can you summarize them? Do ABS and side airbags make the cut? Do side curtain airbags get included? Any word on "beefing up" the door surround for side impacts? And any word on horsepower? The 2006 Accord LX I looked at quickly is up to 166 horsepower (while the Camry is down to 156 from 160). I ... Read More

• Re: 2006 Element Intro - October 21 [micweb]

  Written by: varmint on Sep 13, 2005 2:00:40 PM

  Honda never promised the "triumvirate" for their cars. They promised to add ABS and air bags, but not VSA. And, FWIW, the V6 model Accords do have VSA. For their trucks, they promised ABS, air bags, and VSA. And the Element should have included those. But it's not going to happen. (I have no idea why.) The changes have been announced and VSA didn't make it.

• Re: 2006 Element Intro - October 21 [nowakj66]

  Written by: micweb on Sep 13, 2005 11:00:43 AM

  Thanks. I am curious about safety. Based on the massive changes to the 2005 CR-V in terms of adding safety features (including beefing up the door structure to better withstand side impacts) and Honda's promise of added safety features across their entire product line (the triumvirate of stability control, abs, and side airbags) I have been hoping for a lot in 2006; but the 2006 Civic leaves out stability control, so ... Read More

• 2006 Element Intro - October 21

  Written by: nowakj66 on Sep 12, 2005 4:56:46 PM

  I called American Honda and was told the 2006 Element Intro is Friday, October 21. I always forget that it is not a secret to them and you can just call. That said the changes are to be minimal. I am curious about the painted panels and the new shade of blue that is coming in 2006.

• Re: 2006 Elements [haikunalu]

  Written by: micweb on Sep 12, 2005 3:33:43 PM

  I was surprised during a visit to my local Honda dealer to see a ton of new 2005 Elements on their back lot - with white protective film still on them. I would guess the Element won't be out for another month, if they are still delivering '05's, but on the other hand there were a ton of unsold 2005 Civics, many still with protective film on them, and the 2006's ... Read More

• Re: 2006 Elements [haikunalu]

  Written by: smoot1138 on Sep 11, 2005 4:56:55 PM

  Hi Haiku, You know, a friend of mine has just flown to Sweden to purchase a Volvo, they seem to be much more responsive to buyers who are loyal to the Volvo cars. I wonder if it would be logical for you to fly to the US {do your price research via the web first, of course}, buy your E and have it shipped back to Maui. E's are going for ... Read More

• Re: 5 speed auto in 2006? [nowakj66]

  Written by: nowakj66 on Sep 1, 2005 5:53:24 AM

  Final details are out on just about all 2006 Hondas EXCEPT the Element. If anyone sees final details on features for the '06 Honda Element, please post them here.

• Strange Garage Companions?

  Written by: dweiser on Aug 26, 2005 5:08:09 PM

  Ordered my 2006 Porsche 911 Carrera 4 Cabriolet today in Seal Grey. It's due sometime in December. When it's delivered I think I'll post a pic here of it alongside my wonderful 2005 Honda Element in Khaki. :)

• Re: 2006 News?? [toasted]

  Written by: steve_ on Aug 26, 2005 4:49:47 PM

  Just in time for the weekend - congrats! Please post details about your deal over in Honda Element: Prices Paid & Buying Experience. Thanks, Steve, Host

Honda Element Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: Best price on Element LX in the San Francisco/bay area? [ralphwiggum]

  Written by: abigail on Aug 21, 2005 5:26:34 PM

  If you can find the '05 Element LX that you want with Internet pricing, (FWD v.4WD, Automatic v.Manual, don't pay more than $100 over invoice.Remember, even at invoice, they are still making their holdback, selling a unit, and getting a kickback for financing your deal through the dealership. You'll receive quotes up to $800 over invoice, try not to fall for such foolishness.The Honda Element 1.9A.P.R. for up to 36 months ... Read More

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• Re: 2006 News?? [survivors]

  Written by: 307web on Aug 12, 2005 5:13:59 PM

  If you want a 2006, you may need to wait until at least December since the Elements have been coming out much later than other Hondas.

• Future for Element?

  Written by: nowakj66 on Jul 13, 2005 6:44:30 AM

  Will there be a follow up model to the first Element in 2008 or later? Or will there be only one? It's hard to gauge its popularity and profitability to Honda. With the Acura RDX and Honda CR-V production moving to Ohio in 2006, will there be capacity to continue to make Elements? What are your thoughts about how successful the Element has been for Honda and whether they will invest ... Read More

• Re: whens the best time to buy? [amy7]

  Written by: micweb on Jul 18, 2005 2:10:50 PM

  Honda adds features every year - some new, some that used to be options. I urge you to wait for the 2006. Very likely it will have stability control and side curtain airbags, features introduced last year on the CR-V. Honda can't afford to let the Element languish when the CR-V has so many extra safety features, especially now that the Insurance Institute is starting to side-crash vehicles and up the ... Read More

• Honda

  Written by: anonymousposts on Jul 16, 2005 9:24:02 PM

  will probably release the 2006's by September/October. Expect some more info by the end of August. All 2005 Elements have standard side airbags but we will have to wait until 2006 to see if they get side curtains.

Honda Element Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Smack Brand New '05 EX FWD

  Written by: buddodo on Feb 22, 2005 8:14:57 PM

  I love my Element! It is Fiji Blue and beautiful. I am a tall guy, 6'2 and I needed something that was large and had decent fuel economy. This was my first buying experience with a car and it was very interesting. Everyone is usually happy when buying a new car, but I had to "haggle" with 2 dealerships which made my first experience very stress. Now that I have mine ... Read More

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• Re: Question for Honda [wamba2000]

  Written by: varmint on Apr 26, 2005 1:49:18 PM

  The CR-V just got the 5AT with the 2005 mid-life design refresh. The Element is a year behind the CR-V's production cycle, so it is likely that the E will get the 5AT with its mid-life refresh for 2006. I expect it will get the standard VSA, ABS, and airbags, as well.

Honda Element Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• RE: Nothing to do with price...BUT...

  Written by: goofycat on Apr 19, 2005 4:06:12 PM

  Andy, thanks for the info, but why do you recommend waiting for the 2006? Are they upgrading the Element model in any way? BTW, I didn't plan on a purchase until early 2006 anyway. Also, thanks for the accessories website. I will check it out. Someone recommended that accessories could be purchased on e-Bay for far less than the prices offered by the Honda Corporation. Is this true? If so, I ... Read More

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• Re: Upgrade [carlr]

  Written by: 307web on Mar 16, 2005 2:46:50 PM

  We don't know that the refresh includes side curtain airbags. It may not. Most likely the refresh will include standard ABS and seat mounted torso airbags (the same ones that are now available as an option), new paint colors, new tail lights, revised grill, bumpers, wheels and seat fabric. Honda has not promised side curtain airbags on all vehicles until the end of calendar year 2006. It would be nice if ... Read More

• Re: Upgrade

  Written by: varmint on Mar 16, 2005 9:47:23 AM

  Put yourself in Honda's shoes. Would you spend a whole lot of money making changes to vehicle that is scheduled to get a complete overhaul one year later? That is why late upgrades are very rare. If Honda sticks with the 5 year cycle (and there's nothing to suggest that they won't), the Element should get a refresh for the 2006 model year. This refresh should include the curtain style airbags ... Read More

• Carlr

  Written by: varmint on Mar 15, 2005 11:52:19 AM

  As posted above, Honda has stated that they will be adding several safety features (ABS, VSA, airbags, etc.) to all their light trucks by the end of calendar year 2006. The Element appears to be on a 5 year design cycle, just like most every other Honda product. In the fourth year of a five year cycle, the vehicle will get a refresh. This year was the CR-V's refresh. It got ... Read More

• Re: Element [anonymousposts]

  Written by: 307web on Mar 13, 2005 12:31:19 PM

  Maybe, but the Element has a unique design. Honda's commitment isn't until the end of calendar year 2006 for a reason. Maybe the suicide doors or something else about the design of the Element precludes installation of effective side curtain airbags.

• Re: Link to "Saftey for Everyone" Program from Honda

  Written by: 307web on Mar 12, 2005 10:12:04 AM

  I looked at the Honda web link again and it says "before the end of calendar year 2006." By that time, the completely redesigned 2007 Element will be out. That probably means they won't bother with side curtain airbags for the current design of the Element.

• no title

  Written by: varmint on Oct 5, 2004 11:15:03 AM

  Honda has stated that all of their SUVs will get standard ABS, VSA, and airbags by the end of the 2006 calendar year. So the Element should be getting that next year. Essentially, Honda works on a five year plan with their cars. The car is completely redesigned for the first year. Years 2 and 3 will see only minor upgrades based on consumer complaints or adjustments to content because the ... Read More

• one more side curtain airbag question

  Written by: deepdrop on Jul 31, 2004 9:29:24 AM

  OK, I know that the Element does not have side curtains in "04. I know they WILL have them by the end of calendar year 2006. I know that Honda is very secretive about features of upcoming model year cars. Is it POSSIBLE that the "05 Element will have side curtain airbags as an option. I have looked for rumors and have found none, but that may just mean that Honda ... Read More

• no title

  Written by: varmint on Jul 20, 2004 10:59:29 AM

  Footie - Check your tires for flat spots. Side Curtain Airbags For the past year, Honda has repeated that they will be offering side curtain airbags (with roll-over inflation), ABS, and other features on all trim levels of their SUVs. The goal is to have this equipment standard by the calendar year 2007. The second gen Element isn't due until the model year 2008. That means the last year (2007) would ... Read More

• Dieselement

  Written by: s852 on Sep 28, 2003 5:32:23 PM

  When the new low-sulfur diesel fuel becomes standard in the US in 2006, will the Element get the option of 2.4 liter diesel engine in the Euro Accord? I suppose by then, the Element would be a 2007 model and Honda might just wait for the next generation Element in 2008 or so instead of bothering with this one.

• no title

  Written by: bowke28 on Aug 12, 2003 7:04:47 AM

  the honda pickup, due out in 2005 as a 2006 model will be on the pilot platform, but will have suspension setup almost identical to the element, with similar styling cues.

• Marketing (from a canadian car site).

  Written by: vadp on Dec 27, 2002 12:19:09 PM

  "Public interest for the Model X concept reached high levels on the auto show circuit. It earned a fast track into production for the 2003 model year, just in time to greet a rapidly emerging generation of new vehicle buyers between the ages of 22 and 32 – the upper spectrum of what is commonly known as Generation Y and the lower spectrum of Generation X. Honda Canada anticipates the 20- ... Read More

• why bother tuning it?

  Written by: chris777 on Aug 31, 2002 10:34:23 AM

  with the element being the porker everyone describes, most tuners would turn their nose up at it or at the very least gut a bare bones dx interior included from what I know about them. I read an article where this dude stripped out absolutely everything out of his civic hatch that could be removed just to get it as light as possible. plus if this thing has the same drive ... Read More