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Love it, but it fails for reliability
JZZDNCR, 07/07/2009
2005 Honda Element EX AWD 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
5 of 7 people found this review helpful
I have a 2005 well maintained and cared for Honda Element. It's my favorite all time car...that is until now. It's a manual transmission just over 50,000 mi and it's popping out of gears. I'm being told that I need a new transmission! Can this be? I bought this car new because after being a long time Volkswagon owner I decided I wanted a RELIABLE car. It's out of warranty, I'm out of work, and a new transmission will put me under. Reliability=Bad
my element
Jodie Welk, 06/18/2005
2005 Honda Element LX Fwd 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I LOVE this little SUV. My last car was a BMW325is purchased new also, so I like fast zippy good cars. The element didn't let me down...not as fast...but equally fun to drive. I wish they had a little better beefier interior seating or leather seating, but I was in the in the furniture industry, so I am overly picky about that area. The fabric and materials used on the seating are excellent for repelling most stains or liquids. The stereo is WONDERFUL and the ipod connection is PLUS! The XM radio is a nice feature too. Because there is no carpet, a only rubber matting feature which I love, I think that the element is probably a little noisier than usual on the highway. So turn up the tunes!
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Perfect for what it is designed to do
Larry, 12/13/2005
2005 Honda Element EX Fwd 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
The vehicle is just about perfectly suited for our needs (2 adults, 2 teenagers, one large dog); both long and short drives. It cruises easily at 80/90. The vehicle corners well and is surprisingly quick. Some other reviewers wanted a larger engine none is needed if you get the manual transmission and rev the engine a little while shifting Honda has low rev shift points the auto transmission. The EX comes with a better suspension than the model below it. I have had several vans, various sedans, and several sports cars, so I have a reasonable idea of different vehicles no one wants to use our much more expensive conversion van anymore, other than for camping trips.
Worth every penny!
jason, 02/02/2006
2005 Honda Element EX AWD 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
After doing a lot of research, reading review after review, I decided to purchase my EX AWD. The Element is everything I expected and more! Road noise isnt bad as people make it out to be, and it has plenty of power to get up and go! Handling is exellent for everyday driving. I have owned it for a week now and I have zero complaints. The Element is very spacious, my 6'4 friend fit very confortable in the back seat. The stereo is way above average and sounds crystal clear. Try finding a 2005 EX AWD leftover at a dealership,you might get a great deal like I did, paying $19,000 with only 32 miles on it... yes just 32.
Love my E
Zach, 04/19/2010
2005 Honda Element EX Fwd 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Bought my Element from an old man with 17,000 on the odometer. Love the styling, the interior, everything about it. My only complaints are the performance ( no worries, e fans, you can find superchargers just for the element. How does 230 hp sound?) and the blind spots. If you're a careful driver, the blind spots won't be a problem.