Used 2003 Honda Element EX Fwd 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5M) Consumer Reviews
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2003 Turbo Toaster
KGRoberts, 12/27/2007
Honda Element EX Fwd 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I traded in a Toyo 4Runner for this Element. There's a lot of room on the inside, especially in the back seat. Seats sit up high. Room for 4 people only. Zippy with the 5Manual trans. Plastic panels are utilitarian, easy care, no door dings. This engineer takes notes on every tank of fuel, 26MPG average. Honda replaced my A/C system 6k miles out of warranty (no charge to me). Happy Honda owner.
Do your research b4 buying it!
caveman, 11/10/2005
Honda Element EX Fwd 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
7 of 10 people found this review helpful
I bought a used 2wd Ex with 31k on it. After 7 months I put in 17k. Here are my experiences with this car. WHAT'S HOT: Versatile (can carry large object like a truck when rear seats remove or flip up), great interior design, roomy, Honda reliability, high seats. WHAT'S NOT: Wind/road noise (way noiser than typical car), cheap plastic interior, too many rattles (trust me - it will be very annoying), hold your steering wheel tight in a windy way on a freeway, it's ugly, seats are uncomfortable because it's pretty flat, windshield prone to crack, rocking driver seat, tires wore quickly, over rated stereo (speakers are terrible), payload on 675 lbs, seats only for 4.
Practicality Rules--DO NOT IMPROVE
MrH, 06/06/2009
Honda Element EX Fwd 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I love the design, the economical materials, the cool looks, the quick handling, the adequate power, the acceptable fuel mileage, the adequate acceleration, and the big windows . This is one heck of a vehicle--there is nothing else like it. It is (relatively) cheap, the design is way cool, the practicality is unmatched by anything short of a pickup, and it will haul four passengers.
'03 Element
JH, 05/25/2009
Honda Element EX Fwd 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Pretty much solid mechanically, although recently had a $900+ starter replacement. However, a squeaking suspension (even after new shocks), loose sun visors that won't stay tightened, a frozen passenger lock that Honda won't replace since it didn't begin to seize until over 60,000 miles (unlike the driver side, which was fixed for free), & map light lenses that keep falling out, are some 1st yr fit & finish issues with my 2003 Element.
Takes the Fun out of Functional
green_ghost, 04/02/2009
Honda Element EX Fwd 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
I love my E for all the features and practicality. It's easy to maintain, easy to clean, and easy to own all around. It runs great with 70,000 miles, and maintenance has been minimal. I really love the waterproof seats and rubber floors. I get sand, mud and water in the car all the time from all the outdoor sports that I do. It's super easy to clean the car and not worry about the mess. I also love the versatility of seating, and cargo space. It's so easy to throw anything I want in the car. The E is Uber functional, just not very fun to drive. It's not fast, not sporty, doesn't handle well at high speed or in corners, but it gets me where I need to go and is reasonably comfortable.
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