2007 Honda Element Consumer Reviews Page 3

A pretty cool box

Written by: New Honda owner on 10/25/2007

Vehicle

2007 Honda Element SC 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5A)

Review

Traded in 07 Nissan Frontier CC with 39,000 miles. Needed more space for kids. Element fits the bill. Rear seats with surprising amount of space, front seats ok. Cargo capacity just right. Engine performance pretty good, but a bit noisy. A/C nice and cold in So Cal desert. Made a good choice.

Favorite Features

XM radio good, btr than I thought it would be, interior space, exterior design is still the best compared to Scion( too physically small and soft).

Suggested Improvements

Maybe a tad bit more power or diesel in the future, increase load capacity, AWD in SC without the 18s.

7 out 7 people found this review helpful

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Look of a Jeep, Quality of a Honda

Written by: Kahnabus on 10/16/2007

Vehicle

2007 Honda Element SC 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5M)

Review

We purchased this on a whim. We were looking into the CR-Vs but when I got in it It was too small, o we checked out the Element. What a nice ride. The seats are very comfortable and the "theater" style seating is cool. Much better stability than most SUVs. To be honest, seeing these on the road didn't seem appealing to me, but the moment I test drove this car I was hooked. It's a fun car to drive. This is the 4th Honda we have owned (5th if you include the 1990 Acura Integra) and I wouldn't trade any of them for another vehicle. We got the Nighthawk black pearl. So far this is the only vehicle I have owned that I didn't noticed a ton of before and especially after purchasing on the road. I'm so satisfied with this vehicle I will probably buy a second one later on down the road But will probably have to pry the Keys to our 2 door Civic from me.

Favorite Features

Cargo room, The excellent sound system, unique looks, suicide doors, 18" alloys. The wide view the front window allows. Ease of getting my son in and out of his car seat, and last but not least the XM radio.

Suggested Improvements

Gas mileage. No optional rubber floors like the EX and LX have standard. A little more horsepower. Can't think of anything else.

9 out 9 people found this review helpful

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My Little Deuce Coupe

Written by: FB-HOF Joe on 08/16/2007

Vehicle

2007 Honda Element SC 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5A)

Review

I have 3,000 miles on my black 2007 SC and have not been dissappointed with its looks, performance, ride comfort, transporting capacity and its good looks inside & out. The XM radio performance is outstanding! Front seating is quite cmfortable and provides very good stability in turns. The disc brakes are super smooth and stop the vehicle quickly without any nose-diving or pitching. The factory Goodyear tires give a luxury-sedan ride and road grip with responsive handling. I added a rear spoiler to top off the good looks. I would have added fog lights but they are overpriced ($400.00 is a bit heavy on the wallet). You won't be disappointed at all getting an SC! Enjoy!

Favorite Features

Glides smoothly on a better-surface interstate highway. Highway mileage 2-3 MPG better than rating of 27. Driver door design allows for two different elbow rest positions.

Suggested Improvements

1. Power side windows for better ventilation when not using A/C. 2. Center Console a little higher for driver arm rest. 3. Power moonroof

27 out 27 people found this review helpful

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FUN and Practical

Written by: John on 08/16/2007

Vehicle

2007 Honda Element EX 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 5A)

Review

I chose the EX because I did not want carpeting,just vacuum and wipe down with a sponge. EX features are worth the extra cost over the LX, map light, arm rests, stereo, ect.In Florida rainstorms,the AWD is great.I carry lots of gear and you can configure the back end many different ways.I love the feel. A bit of road noise but the sound system in the EX drowns it out. I would like better mpg.I get 19cty and 24hwy. I recommend fog lights and the optional console for extra storage space. I HATE the sunroof! There should be a sliding cover to keep out the heat. In Florida, my backseat passengers are cooking! I plan on getting extra heavy tint for that. I recommend it and would buy it again.

Favorite Features

Roomy seating, good leg and headroom-front and back. Dash display with blue lights are cool. Sound system. Fold down and removable back seats. No carpeting, easy to clean. I haven't tried to hose out the car yet. Best of all, it's fun to drive. Suicide doors are nice, but (see below)!

Suggested Improvements

Needs better mpg for such a small engine. Needs a cover for the sunroof on AWD models. What idiot designed that? Some of the plastic interior trim is cheesy. Suicide doors need to open wider to get passengers out in tight parking spots.

13 out 14 people found this review helpful

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Good Little SUV

Written by: John on 08/15/2007

Vehicle

2007 Honda Element EX 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 5A)

Review

I bought my 2007 Honda Element EX in May, 2007, and I've put about 3,000 miles on it so far. It's run fine with no problems. The 166 HP engine is smooth and peppy, but it isn't going to win any drag races. Fuel economy around town is only about 18 mpg, but I've been getting 29-30 mpg on the highway. This car is great for hauling my eight-year old son and his gear and is great for hauling my bicycle to rides. I don't have to take the front wheel off. I just fold one of the rear seats up on the side of the car and throw my bike in the back. The front seats are comfortable and firm. Plenty of head room (I'm 6'2"). Plenty of leg room in the back seat, too.

Favorite Features

Cargo capacity. Rear seats fold up to sides of vehicle. Lots of features for the money. XM radio standard. Seven speaker stereo standard. Side air-bags standard. VSC standard.

Suggested Improvements

Better tires. Ride is a little on the rough side. I think this may be due to the mediocre OEM tires. External themometer.

6 out 6 people found this review helpful

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Root Beer Metallic is so cool

Written by: 30309 on 08/12/2007

Vehicle

2007 Honda Element SC 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5M)

Review

This is my second Honda Element, I owned a 2005 EX and loved the car but was not impressed with the over all ride quality. Honda stepped up to the plate with the 2007 SC, this Element handles extremely well and at high speed the car is smooth and quiet.

Favorite Features

The color Root Beer Metallic, upgraded interior, 18" wheels, sleek looks, smooth as silk 5sp transmission and ride quality.

Suggested Improvements

The SC needs 6sp manual, metal pedals and maybe just a bit more horsepower

2 out 2 people found this review helpful

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Something different and fun to drive

Written by: Lisa on 07/28/2007

Vehicle

2007 Honda Element EX 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 5A)

Review

I needed to purchase a car with room. I've always owned sports cars. I purchased my Ellie for a couple of reasons. The first is because I loved the looks of it, something different, not your typical SUV. Second is because I have a physical disability. I need to have room for my walker or when I go somewhere that I need to bring my scooter, I just have the back seats folded up and up the ramp it goes! No problem.

Favorite Features

What first caught my eyes was the suicide doors. I love the room it gives when both are opened. Comfortable seats. AWD feature, stereo system, the looks alone, it's just a great vehicle!

Suggested Improvements

Cars I used to own had a trunk release button on inside by driver. Honda should do that for the top window part in the back. That would help anyone who has balance issues due to a disability. Blind spots where the two doors meet. I have to drive with tilt down, I'm unable to read speedometer.

4 out 4 people found this review helpful

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I love my 2007 Element SC!!

Written by: Torey Simmons on 07/20/2007

Vehicle

2007 Honda Element SC 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5A)

Review

I bought my 2007 Honda Element SC in 06/07. I traded in a 06 Silverado Crew Cab. My element is so much easier to drive and to park. I get double the gas mileage also. I still have plenty of room for passengers and luggage. For the past several years I've traded in my car every 1-2 years but not this one. I absolutely LOVE it. Thank you Honda for a great vehicle! It's awesome to drive too.

Favorite Features

The turning radius is my favorite feature along with the XM radio.

Suggested Improvements

I'm 6'2" so I had to lean my seat back a little to see the speedometer completely because the tilt steering would not raise high enough.

6 out 7 people found this review helpful

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I liked the Element when I first saw it!

Written by: ANDY FROM MERRICK on 07/10/2007

Vehicle

2007 Honda Element LX 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 5A)

Review

The new 2007 Honda Element is a pleasure to drive. It's peppy, runs smoothly, and has tons of room. I knew I liked the Element when I first saw it a few years ago. It was "boxy" looking but different than all the other SUVs. And the colors, esp. that unusual orange, were unique. I see people looking at it and in it sometimes. To me all the other SUVs look so much alike. The Element, though it's not so new anymore, has such a striking appearance that it maintains its uniqueness. Even your passengers have a unique ride because they're sitting high up with a great view of the road. The skylight window in the back is fun to use esp. if you're carrying dogs.

Favorite Features

Smooth starting, exterior looks, seats go up against the inside, great pickup, fun to drive, good vision all around, dashboard lights up in daytime, pretty easy to park, you can fit a longboard inside, put the dogs in and remove the skylight. The paint has sparkles.

Suggested Improvements

Please, where are the armrests? Why in the world does Honda do this? It was the same on the 2001 CRV. No passenger armrest. The 2004, 2 armrests. It is so awkward for both driver and passenger to have nowhere to lean their arms.

5 out 5 people found this review helpful

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Great car except for the mileage

Written by: E55tech on 06/27/2007

Vehicle

2007 Honda Element EX 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 5A)

Review

We recently purchased our Element and have found it to be extremely useful. The interior is more spacious than you could imagine for such a small vehicle. It is very well designed. The only drawback so far is that we are getting about 18 MPG mixed City/HWY MPG. To claim 21/26 is a bold statement. Great little milk truck though.

Favorite Features

The seats fold down into a twin bed. Very cool feature if you like camping. It reminds me of a toy from my childhood.

Suggested Improvements

A more powerful engine would be nice. I have a V8 in my car that gets better mileage. It could also be 1 or 2 feet longer for more space in the back.

3 out 4 people found this review helpful

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