2008 Honda Element Consumer Reviews

Gr8t Little SUV

Written by: Vincent on 06/11/2008

Vehicle

2008 Honda Element EX 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5A)

Review

We had the Element EX-FWD about 3 wks now. we had a Toyota RAV4 prior , and now we bought it because of the leg room in the back seats is huge + it had high view for the both front seats + fold-up rear seats to make the cargo room bigger + also love the suspension. I checked on my first 350 miles driving average local & Highway combine is = 28.40 miles per gallon. which is pretty good :) The bad thing we don't like is whenever we try to backup the vehicle is very hard to see if anything is behind us, because the rear seats are actually little higher than the front seats and it block the way of your rear view :(

Favorite Features

Radio Controller steering wheel, Plastic easy to Clean interior , gauges light , rear seats foldable or removable

Suggested Improvements

Suggest need to add option for customer : Navigation , DVD entertainment system , Rear view camera or Backup sensor ... Exterior body need to built up with something better than plastic fiber :(

13 out 13 people found this review helpful

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My Toaster

Written by: Sue Keller on 06/04/2008

Vehicle

2008 Honda Element EX 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5A)

Review

My sweet toaster is the best car I have ever owned and believe me I have owned a lot of cars (i.e. Acura, Toyota, Chevrolet). I have elderly parents that I have never been able to haul around but with the Element it is very easy for them to get in and out of, even in the back with a little step stool. During the winter months is is basically the rolling dog house with my two dogs who totally love riding in it as they can see out of all the windows with the two back seats down. They feel they are special as they are the ones with the sunroof.

Favorite Features

Comfort of seats, easy to clean, lots of room.

Suggested Improvements

Sunroof in the front too. All should come with roof rack and mud flaps.

5 out 5 people found this review helpful

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My Tissuebox

Written by: AL on 05/17/2008

Vehicle

2008 Honda Element SC 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5M)

Review

I am thrilled with my Blue Tissuebox. The reason I bought the SC was because it came with the armrest with storage. Currently dealers are giving cars away cheap and this was a great deal so I couldn't pass it up. I have no problem with the mileage. It gets exactly what the sticker said. I love the steering and I feel my SC is very comfortable.

Favorite Features

I like the suicide doors it keeps my 8 year old in check, the rear seats fold up or can be removed for more storage.

Suggested Improvements

The visors must have extenders. When you pull them to block the sun coming in from the driver or passenger window they are worthless. More options such as a DVD player and better stereo system. Get rid of XM and get Sirius. Probably a 5th passenger seat would be useful

10 out 10 people found this review helpful

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Best bang for the buck

Written by: theconquistador on 05/09/2008

Vehicle

2008 Honda Element EX 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5A)

Review

The exterior is great. The front end makes it look sporty and takes some of the boxy feel away. The audio is fantastic. It has great clarity for highs and mids. I really enjoy the fact I can see all the radio and climate controls without even looking directly at them. Everything on the inside appears to be made to last for years and still look new. When driving it sounds deep instead of whiny. It's also nice in tight corners because you see where the auto ends; unlike some vehicles where you cant even see the hood. I also like where the seat belt rest. Over all visibility is great too.

Favorite Features

Chairs/beds and the radio. I also like the layout of the gauges and dashboard.

Suggested Improvements

unlock button on driver door for rear clam shell door. heated seats for front and back so if you're camping and are cold. dvd player for sc models. power front seats. pillow accessories for back chairs. better fuel around high 20s at least. all wheel drive in sc models.

3 out 4 people found this review helpful

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Great SUV

Written by: JC on 05/04/2008

Vehicle

2008 Honda Element EX 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5A)

Review

As far as the mileage - this vehicle is a great downsizer from larger SUVs. I guarantee it will hold more stuff than your larger SUVs out there- due to it's design. And still it's power only drains about 22 \ 24 avg mpg. Great vehicle- very happy with it.

Favorite Features

Easy clean interior, wide opening "suicide" doors--- on both sides.

Suggested Improvements

More traditional driver shifter and arm rest area would be better with an improved dash- perhaps more like the civic would be nice.

5 out 6 people found this review helpful

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Little Suv that could

Written by: Terenia on 04/28/2008

Vehicle

2008 Honda Element EX 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 5M)

Review

Just bought my kiwi green Element( named Froggy).Had a CRV prior, as a lease.I wanted a manual transmission and the CRV no longer comes in manual so leased an Element instead.For the most part I really love this " toaster on wheels"..My sister, who lives in Cleveland has one and really likes it.I love its versatility and its fun to drive. If i had to change a few things it would be to have the sunroof up front and have more storage space... thats it.All in all I really love the car and would definitely lease or purchase one!

Favorite Features

XMI radio, suicide doors,plastic inside for easy cleaning,roominess, and great handling!

Suggested Improvements

more storage space, and sunroof up front.

2 out 2 people found this review helpful

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Fun To Drive and Extremely Comfortable

Written by: FMBGSU on 04/23/2008

Vehicle

2008 Honda Element LX 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 5M)

Review

This car is really fun to drive but I do recommend the manual transmission. I test drove both the automatic and manual and definitely found the manual to give more power and also make the car more enjoyable to drive. The car shifts very smoothly and accelerates pretty well. My passengers never have to fight over the front seat anymore as the back seats are just as comfortable with plenty of leg room. I was worried at first that the styling had just caught my attention and I would get sick of it after a week but a few months later I am still in love with my Element. In essence it is a utility vehicle but on the LX trim there are more than enough features to get the job done.

Favorite Features

The unique style, very comfortable seats, great 5 speed manual transmission, good sound system, seating configuration flexibility, east to read display, easy to clean interior, great handling.

Suggested Improvements

The moon roof is a little on the difficult side to remove. Also a center console or arm rests would be really nice on the LX.

3 out 3 people found this review helpful

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I love it "but"

Written by: dds4 on 04/22/2008

Vehicle

2008 Honda Element SC 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5M)

Review

When I saw my black SC in the show room I loved it. Unfortunately, I drove a regular EX and then bought the SC. The SC is very harsh riding on long trips, punishing actually. It is at the dealer now replacing a defective rear tailgate hinge. For around town it is great and fun to drive. If you travel on weekends, I would select something else if you like some level of comfort.

Favorite Features

Different look, cool interior, great head room, fun to drive.

Suggested Improvements

More attention to comfort, better visibility, improve gas mileage.

4 out 4 people found this review helpful

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Dogmobile

Written by: Sheels on 04/15/2008

Vehicle

2008 Honda Element LX 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5A)

Review

This is my dogmobile, where it is OK to have sand all over the floors and yet is easy to clean out. Several things could be better: 1) the window visor is too small in the LX, it does not protect from the sun. They provide expanding visors in the EX, but not in the LX, weird! It is about a foot long, and should be at least 2 feet. 2) there is a blind spot on the left windscreen panel. 3) a large clunking sound when breaking or changing gears, Honda told me this is normal.

Favorite Features

Sitting up high above the traffic, large comfy seats and loads of space.

Suggested Improvements

Seat belts for dogs.

5 out 6 people found this review helpful

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Fun Big Little Car

Written by: Ted on 04/14/2008

Vehicle

2008 Honda Element LX 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 5A)

Review

Fun and versatile - Mileage 25 trip, 20 around town - Plenty of room for my 6'4'', 285 lb frame :-) Looks like a toaster but is fun to drive.

Favorite Features

Flexibility

Suggested Improvements

3 out 3 people found this review helpful

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