2007 Honda Element Consumer Reviews

Who didn't love the Ugly Duckling?"

Written by: Pam on 06/23/2008

Vehicle

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

Review

Okay, when my Dad owned one in Silver I totally thought it looked like a toaster. He raved about it, so when the lease on my 2004 Grand Cherokee was up I thought what the heck (always been a Jeep girl) Test drove the Element and the CR-V and to be honest the CR-V was teeny inside, my husband is 6'5" and he has plenty of room, so do my two boys. I love the ease of a rubber floor with two kids and the special order stain proof fabric on my EX. But most of all Mommy loves cranking up the tunes on the killer stereo system. Super fun to drive & own. Better than any Jeep I have ever had, more fun to drive, better gas mileage and AWD if I ever need it!

Favorite Features

Stereo system, comfort, very peppy engine, ease of maintenance all around (interior, exterior)

Suggested Improvements

Get rid of the suicide doors, very bad with kids in crowded parking lots. Also make sunroof electric and add shade cover for sunroof. Hybrid model or improved gas mileage.

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Honda Element 2007

Written by: JoAnne Stubbs on 06/23/2008

Vehicle

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

Review

I love my Honda Element but the blinds spots are annoying when backing up. I have had to replace the brakes on the rear after only 17,000 miles. Honda Corp. has not followed up on my complain either to resolve the issue. I have owned many vehicles and have never had to service calipers or replace brakes with so little miles. Very disappointed in Honda in how they handled the issue.

Favorite Features

Rubberized floor mats. Fun to drive and great for hauling stuff.

Suggested Improvements

remove some of the blind spots. replace manual sunroof and rear windows with automatic.

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Love at First Sight

Written by: Paula on 06/07/2008

Vehicle

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

Review

I was in love with the element from day one, it took me until 2006 to finally take a look inside . I was hooked! In dec. 2006 my dealer found a 2007 kiwi lx manual I ordered and bought it on the spot, no test drive needed. I read different reviews for people wanting carpet, different shifter location etc. For them I say "get a normal car." the Element is not for everyone, but good for children, pets, hauling things and having fun.

Favorite Features

Everything, looks, color, performance, safety and weird

Suggested Improvements

None , Nata , Zip

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Great SUV

Written by: E1RMM on 05/26/2008

Vehicle

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

Review

OK, I confess: I did convince the dealership to put carpet, floor mats, and the SC wheels on my E. There, I said it. Notwithstanding, I really love this vehicle. With the 18s it corners better than my 2007 Camry SE (manual) did. I am really amazed. True, it is not the most aerodynamic vehicle on the road, but it'll pass. I love the versatility of cargo space usage. I can get a lot of stuff inside, like 6 foot trees, etc. It makes trips to home improvement stores a breeze. I like that it takes up less floor space in my garage too. It's odd that a vehicle with so much interior room is shorter than a Corolla. I enjoy my E.

Favorite Features

Interior room, manual transmission option, small footprint, decent handling capability.

Suggested Improvements

Sunroof in front, SC-style center console, better gas mileage, 5 passenger capacity.

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Nice ride

Written by: steve on 04/25/2008

Vehicle

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

Review

I drive a lot of miles each day and enjoy them all. After back surgery I needed something roomy and easy to get in and out of not to mention good gas mileage. My wife now wants one of her own...

Favorite Features

The roomy cabin and removable rear seats are great features

Suggested Improvements

If I could change anything I would make the ride smother and add a larger fuel tank. More options like leather seats and sun roofs for the SC would be nice as well.

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Love My Toaster!

Written by: Sally on 04/21/2008

Vehicle

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

Review

When I first saw this vehicle, I thought it was one of the ugliest vehicles on the road - I nicknamed it the toaster. My son and I went shopping with my husband for a Ridgeline. While my husband was discussing the terms for the Ridgeline, my son and I checked out the Element. Once we sat inside of it, we fell in love with it. We went for a test drive that day - within two weeks I had my Element. I love it, and now I find it quite cute. It's fun to drive, very utilitarian. We've carted everything from a flag pole, gardening tools, plants, baseball equipment, fishing poles to our Springer Spaniel with ease. The car makes everyday rides fun adventures.

Favorite Features

stepping up to get in vehicle as opposed to scrunching down, xm radio, large easy to read controls, versatility with seats, its unique look, rubber floor - so easy to clean, tinted privacy windows in back, tailgate, general roominess - I could go on and on....

Suggested Improvements

lumbar seat support would be nice

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5 months and counting

Written by: new honda buyer on 04/15/2008

Vehicle

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

Review

Bought new SC in Nov.07, now have 36,000 km in 5 mos. No problems. Power/handling fine. Gas consumption fair as to be expected, but much better than previous Titan. Interior space and utility of overall vehicle unmatched by anything else out there.

Favorite Features

Interior space, esp. with seats out. Was able to move small washer/dryer, on second trip twin bed with frame,headboard and a bunch of other junk. Wifes 08 RAV couldn't hang

Suggested Improvements

Maybe 12 in in overall length with 3rd row, diesel engine, more ground clearance

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one poblamatic element

Written by: west texas element on 04/02/2008

Vehicle

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

Review

We bought a 2007 Honda element sc model silver, 18 inch mags sc package, right now it has a little under 6000 miles on it and its been in the Honda shop a total of 4 times. First it had a noise underneath the driver side, so they said it was a strut assembly. The replaced under warranty which is good still the noise was there. We take it back the second time for another kind of noise on the driver side doors they adjusted them fixed for a while again back in the shop now said they hooked up some microphones all over it and found out the noise underneath is the steering rack? So in the shop again oh yea this thing gets very poor gas mileage, the power is lackluster and the windows are noisy

Favorite Features

It looks kinda cool, quirky new cool wheels good XM radio

Suggested Improvements

More power, better windshields

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Best car i have ever owned

Written by: hatchva on 03/15/2008

Vehicle

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

Review

I bought this car to replace a truck and a mini-van. It did that and more. Drives like a car, has the utility of a truck, and the comfort has surprised me. I have used it for family vacations, football tailgating, commuting, hauling large items to the dump, taking the dog swimming, and kayak fishing. I plan to go camping in it this spring. It is without a doubt the most useful and fun vehicle to drive and own that I have ever had!!!

Favorite Features

Inside seating arrangements that can be changed to accommodate the wet dog, large junk, or four passengers -- all in a matter of minutes.

Suggested Improvements

Arm rest should be wider and the back moon roof and window should be electronically controlled.

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07 Element EX AWD MT review

Written by: Alaskan_Toaster on 02/23/2008

Vehicle

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

Review

I have had my E for almost 7 months now. Included in my 16000 miles is a 6300 miles across the US trip from GA to AK (yes, Alaska). I towed a 1500# trailer behind it the entire way. I have absolutely no complaints about the comfort of the seats (even after 10-12 hours). The creature comforts and convenience items were well placed, easy to reach, and worked wonderful. The utilitarianism (is that a word?) of the vehicle is fantastic. We have made the decision to buy a second one to replace our other small SUV. IMHO - you won't regret getting one.

Favorite Features

Utility, interior space (can you say cavernous?), pep, quality and reliability. Re-configurable rear seats (and the room it creates). Ease of controls, well laid out.

Suggested Improvements

Heated rear view mirrors, better rear seat (floor) heating, better MPG, and passenger's side PDL control.

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