2005 Honda Element Consumer Reviews

I love this car!!

Written by: Jaymi on 05/14/2008

Vehicle

2005 Honda Element EX AWD 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5M)

Review

I purchased a 2007 Civic brand new last year and, while I loved it, it was terrible once winter hit. I traded it in for a 2005 Element and regretted it. Now, after owning the Element for about 6 months, I wouldn't give this car up for anything. I recently had to buy another Civic because of a new job with a long commute (the gas mileage is a lot better) and I feel terrible leaving the Element in the garage while I go to work. This is truly the best car I have ever owned. The Element has an incredibly smooth ride, is easy to park, has a ton of room and is great for dog owners. I can spill things and not worry about them at all!

Favorite Features

no carpeting, lots of room, smooth ride, interesting look, stadium seating, AWD

Suggested Improvements

better acceleration

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Good reliable car

Written by: Ross on 04/13/2008

Vehicle

2005 Honda Element EX AWD 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5M)

Review

I bought this car initially b/c of it's roominess. I am 6'4 and I don't think there is any other small SUV with this much room. I would also put it to the test even with the large SUVs. Easy to get in and out of. Gas mileage is better than most SUVs. Easy to keep clean. And, it's the perfect car for city driving and parking. Just enough performance on the road to keep up with everyone. I will own this car likely until it dies. 40,000+ miles in two years and no problems whatsoever (except for chipped windshield).

Favorite Features

Great sound system, tons of room, thanks to it's boxy frame. Decent gas mileage for an SUV. Relatively comfortable, but could be better.

Suggested Improvements

Road noise is pretty bad.

2 out 2 people found this review helpful

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pretty good deal

Written by: kathy on 04/03/2008

Vehicle

2005 Honda Element EX AWD 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5M)

Review

I purchased my Element brand new. It has really been good to me overall. the only problem I have is with gas mileage. I love my Element except for the mileage. It handles well and does very well in the snow.

Favorite Features

XM radio. Ability to get out in snow storms

Suggested Improvements

Improvement on gas mileage.

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not built to last

Written by: a de la ossa on 03/26/2008

Vehicle

2005 Honda Element LX AWD 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5M)

Review

After only 15,000 miles the authorized Honda service dealer has had me replace the battery and tires-- 15,000 miles. In addition, the exterior body is extremely prone to dings, as the metal is very thin. Dent Doctor franchisees love this car. This car has soured me on Honda.

Favorite Features

Flexible interior

Suggested Improvements

If it is going to be made this cheaply, Honda should at least stand by its product.

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Element

Written by: j on 03/15/2008

Vehicle

2005 Honda Element LX AWD 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5M)

Review

This car has not had any problems and is the most functional vehicle we have ever owned.

Favorite Features

Easy clean floor, rear seat configurations, awd.

Suggested Improvements

Rear seat improved comfort,three passenger seating.

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In the ELEMENTs

Written by: c_go_oldland on 01/18/2008

Vehicle

2005 Honda Element EX AWD 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5M)

Review

I hated this car at first. I opted for the manual tranny. After about 6 months behind the wheel, I fell in love and have intention of letting "scarlet" go!

Favorite Features

I love the manual transmission and location of the shifter.

Suggested Improvements

The driver & passenger seats are not the most comfortable for long trips. A lumbar support and more padding in the arm rests and seat base would be nice!

4 out 4 people found this review helpful

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No, it really is a Honda.

Written by: Kent on 12/01/2007

Vehicle

2005 Honda Element EX AWD 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5M)

Review

It might look like a toaster, but inside it really is a Honda. Good build quality, though the materials seem plain or plastic, but that is what they are because the vehicle is all about being utilitarian. This vehicle really a swiss army knife that you can drive. The doors open wide (side loading). seats fold up and out of the way, and if you need to carry a 2X4 over 11 feet long, you open up the sun roof and stuff it in. Gas mileage at 24+ on the highway could be better. At first my wife hated my toy, however everywhere we go we seem to take it not because it rides the best it is OK, but a truck. We take it because you never know what kind or size of treasure she may find.

Favorite Features

Ability to carry stuff, and ease of loading

Suggested Improvements

Gas mileage, ride (replace the wranglers with BFGs)

4 out 4 people found this review helpful

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An offroad interlude

Written by: rob on 11/28/2007

Vehicle

2005 Honda Element EX AWD 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5M)

Review

I bought my E as a conscession to my then partner. I was pleasantly surprised at what it could do off the beaten path. I am also disappointed in what it lacks in power, towing ability and traction ""out of the box"".

Favorite Features

Love the boxy body and the amount of stuff that can be jammed in the back like 18, 40# bags of sand. Not much suspension room left, but we got 'er done!

Suggested Improvements

More horsepower. Please toughen up the suspension so I can pull more weight; say a medium size boat or trailer/load or a camper that weighs greater than 1500 lbs. thanks

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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I'm a fan for life

Written by: E. Hall on 10/16/2007

Vehicle

2005 Honda Element EX Fwd 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5M)

Review

The Element is a dream for tall people! I've more head room than any other vehicle I've every been in. Safety wise I give it outstanding marks. I was rear ended by a Chevy Tahoe doing 90mph+, I was driving 50 mph, and walked away without a scratch or bump. Also a dream for someone with shedding dogs. The Element cleans very easily.

Favorite Features

Safety, head room, easy of cleaning.

Suggested Improvements

Seats could be a bit more comfortable.

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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I love toast!!

Written by: lstallberg on 09/26/2007

Vehicle

2005 Honda Element EX Fwd 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5M)

Review

This is without a doubt the coolest vehicle I have ever owned!! I had not even seen the inside of one until the day I bought it. I bought the 2nd one I drove. It has a ton of room, great response for a 4 cyl engine, and a lot of cool features.

Favorite Features

Roomy, aux jack, XM radio.

Suggested Improvements

Better center console.

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