Used 2003 Honda Element Consumer Reviews
element
fun to drive but should have drl
Rock magnet
I had my element for almost 2 years. I got a lot of comments on how ugly the exterior design was, but it wasn't nearly as boxy as Land Rover, XB or even Hummer in my opinion. The classic min-woody quality is what drew me to it. I was able to fit my 450 lb 6'3" husband, as well as a 6'5" friend in the front as well as back seats. I am 5'3" and had no issues with my height in the vehicle. The large windshield will attrack every rock on the road. I did have to have the driver's seat replaced, due to some of the stitching coming apart, and the track bent.
- EX 4dr SUVMSRP: $5,25011 mi away
- EX 4dr SUVMSRP: $4,70032 mi away
- EX 4dr SUVMSRP: $3,99098 mi away
Traded Mercedes
In January, I saw the Element and asked to load my work gear in it. No problem with the salesman. 10 minutes later I was trading my 2001 ML-320 in for the Element. I have 22k miles on it since February. Just regular oil changes. There was an A/C hose that broke, but the dealer fixed it in a snap while I was on the road in Minnesota. I throw my bikes in the back, I haul dirt, mulch, picked up a new couch, palm plants, kids, boxes, gone to the beach. It's not an SUV it's a UV. I don't care about the plastic scratching or breaking and there is no leather or upholstery to worry about. I love the price/reliability.
Honda Element - not a specialty vehicle
The Honda Eement is a spacious, super comfortable multi purpose vehicle. A 4 wheel drive with seat configurations that turn it into a mini van if you like. 23 MPG is not bad for an SUV. It handles like a charm. I am 55 years old and LOVE it.
Great Car
I am a second year college student. I also love to go on road trips with friends. This is a great car to take to the outdoors because it is so easy to clean and one can fit much stuff in the back. Sure it's not as fast going up hills, but who needs all the power when the stereo system sounds so great???