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Used 2005 Honda Element Consumer Reviews

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4.88 out of 5 stars

It's Elementary, my dear!

Pat, 06/27/2005
2005 Honda Element EX Fwd 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
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It is so ugly its cute! I wanted one from the first time I saw it & would buy it again in a heart beat. It is my trendy granny van. I am way past the minivan stage but missed the all- purpose function of one. I am always hauling people and things. The Element is a socially fun car and practical for most of those needs. I love the versatile clam shell doors until I have back seat passengers who need to exit while in a parking space between two other cars. You have to maneuver doors strategically to make it work or you end up trapped or square dancing... My gas mileage is a disappointing 19.9, under the suggested 22 mpg, but an improvement over most SUVs.

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4.38 out of 5 stars

You have to Drive it to Like it

michael riedel, 03/29/2005
2005 Honda Element EX AWD 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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It doesn't grab you on it's looks - unless you're the type of driver that likes to set yourself apart even when standing still. The real love comes when you get behind the wheel and drive it. It has very nimble handling, a cavernous interior, versatility par excellence and simply solid quality. It is a bit buzzy on the freeway @ 3800 RPM but other than that, you'll fall in love with the features, mileage, durability and versatility. Great for picnics, shopping, dogs, camping, etc. Love the stadium seating for 2nd row passengers. Great gas mileage. Only wish I had waited until the 2006 models when they will be all body color paint and not the gray plastic body panels.

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5 out of 5 stars

Love my Element

Janine, 06/24/2005
2005 Honda Element EX Fwd 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
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I love my Element! Great standard sound system for a long daily commute. I had read reviews that it drove a little "trucky" but I haven't found that to be the case. I love being able to remove the backseats so easily to carry suitcases or artwork. I'm tall and the headroom is great and not claustrophobic like so many other vehicles.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Fun Car

ColleenpWhitlow, 06/27/2005
2005 Honda Element EX AWD 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

I really like this vehicle, but it can't pull my horse trailer. That is the only downside that I've found so far.

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4.25 out of 5 stars

Good Suv

John, 03/30/2005
2005 Honda Element EX Fwd 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
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Overall very good SUV, sold an expedition and have been very happy with the honda. Great interior space and easy to keep clean.

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