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yolonda, 07/10/2005
2005 Honda Element LX AWD 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
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Does everything the manufacter says it does and then some. A truly versatile vehicle, performs well in all types of driving conditions. Gives a smooth ride for a suv, and has a solid pick-up from the 2.4l 4 cilinder engine. The four speed automatic is smooth in it shifting and does not drop in to lower gears when pressed.
Orange Box
Duane, 06/21/2005
2005 Honda Element LX AWD 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
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Love the headroom. Most cars just do not have the headroom I need. I could wear a top hat in this thing. The feeling of massive room inside is amazing. Straight side windows add to the spacious feeling.
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In My Own Element
Rita, 05/02/2005
2005 Honda Element EX AWD 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
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I owned a 2003 and traded it in for a new 2005 good gas mileage and handles nicely, comfortable and gives a feeling of security with little ones in the vehicle
2004 Element 4WD EX
Nate Hawkins, 09/23/2005
2005 Honda Element EX AWD 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
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I highly recommend an Element to anyone interested. Goes great in the snow! The all wheel drive is, in my opinion, mandatory. It is seamless. Very reasuring on otherwise hazardous roads. I currently have 51,200 miles (I bought it new) on my 2004 and have had no service issues. This thing is built great! I'm even still on the original tires.
honda turtle
Ed Bejsovec, 07/14/2005
2005 Honda Element EX AWD 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
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my honda is the perfect vehicle for hauling...with the seats removed there is tons of room..as much as a pickup. the ride is a bit choppy becuase of the short wheelbase..the engine is good and if you need the power the engine reacts quick enough to get you in traffic..the seats and the interior is washable making it great for all kinds of loads.. the stereo in the ex is supurb great sounds with XM..the car sits up nicely and it is easy to see traffic. I've been averaging 23mpg in mixed driveing. the only drawback is the silly moon roof which is lcated in the rear of the vehicle instead the front because the Element has alot of headroom.
my baby
molly, 07/10/2005
2005 Honda Element LX Fwd 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
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I would advise everybody to buy this or any honda. It is the greatest. It drives smoothly. When you make turns it doesn't tilt. Back seats are so roomy that my 6 foot Uncle has plenty of room to stretch out. The inside is so easy to clean out it's so funny. The big thing about this car is that there is soooo much room (legs, storage, back seat). All I can say is that you need to go test drive one and you will see that it is a car you need to get.
I like it!
opppstopp, 03/24/2005
2005 Honda Element EX AWD 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
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I find the element a very fun suv to drive. it handles nice & gets reasonable gas mileage. Interior is very roomy, plenty of shoulder & head room. The element feels like a much larger vehicle without the large mass.
nothing compares
Believe, 03/31/2005
2005 Honda Element EX AWD 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
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Bought our "E" Easter weekend. I can't remember another vehicle that was so unique. My wife traded in a 2003 Odyssey for this box of fun and I have to say that she really has fallen in love with how practical this vehicle is. I've never seen here get excited about any car we have purchased until this one. I'm not one for keeping cars very long but I think this will be a "keeper" for sometime. If you have not driven one ..you need to do so. It is one of the coolest and practical cars out there today. Just drive one.
Marys element
mary Boucher, 04/02/2005
2005 Honda Element EX AWD 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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The honda element is the best design in a new car I've seen in years. I have a 3 year old that just loves it. My husband and I like to drive it more then our Audi or suburban.
My element
Jami, 07/09/2005
2005 Honda Element EX AWD 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
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Everything I thought it would be. roomy, fun to drive, good gas mileage. No problems to date. I would buy it again i a heartbeat!
My First Car
Tony Cross, 04/06/2005
2005 Honda Element EX Fwd 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
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This is my very first car and I am loving this Element. The gas mileage is wonderful and I love the interior design. The easy wipe floor is the best because if I had carpet I would have a big red stain on it because I spilled a strawberry soda. This little truck was a blast when I to Panama City for Spring Break. I only had to fill up this truck three times. One time I just did for the cheap gas price, but the other two times was before I left to go and before I left to come back home.
Great For Cyclers
R. Laurence Bird, 04/22/2005
2005 Honda Element EX AWD 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
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My Magnesium Metallic 2005 Element safely holds my two racing bikes and all my gear. I take out one rear seat and put the other up on the side. I can pull the bikes straight out of the back, which is preferred over the side doors because of the clamshell design. The new color along with the black plastic panels makes this a unique looking Element. XM Radio is great. Put the subwoofer on 5 and just cruise. You don't really need to use your iPod, but the car has a jack just in case. Handling is better than expected. The car will offer me many years of utility and better mileage than my old Chevy Tahoe. I am 43 years old.
Fits our lifestyle
Brian, 07/26/2005
2005 Honda Element EX AWD 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
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We take our new Element everywhere. We load our snowboards under the seats to go up to Big Bear. We put our surfboard inside to head to the beach. We just got back from the High Sierras and head to the desert as well. We are very active and the Element keeps up. Easy to wash down the interior of sand, slush and mud. Great sound system for the road. Downside is a louder than normal ride and lower than wanted fuel economy. I would have allowed for two more feet of storage in back. Oh yeah, the seats fold into a great bed with a sdylight in the back. We go to the drive in and lay in the bed. Love the Element and can't imagine a more perfect vehicle for our lifestyle.
Hummer Wanna Be
dave, 04/09/2005
2005 Honda Element EX AWD 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
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first time when i was looking at this vehicle i was like " hummer wanna be" but now i own it 2005 ex awd, deale gave me great deal on it and i have the best version, so far fun to drive, huge interior, great looking interior also, i am using this truck for business, i got x5 in garage now, i love element so my bimmer will relax for a while.. :)
2004 Element
gatorfan, 05/05/2005
2005 Honda Element EX Fwd 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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My Element is a great car. The interior design is fantastic. I really enjoy the versatility of the fold down and removable seats. The rubber floor is easy to clean, either by sweeping or just using a yard blower. The interior layout is nice and all displays are clearly marked.
In my Element
wili315, 08/15/2005
2005 Honda Element LX Fwd 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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I have always been an 8 cylinder truck driver. I never thought i would find myself in a 4 cyl. I LOVE IT. The versatility is WONDERFUL and it is all the vehicle you will ever need!
2005 Honda element best vehicle ever..
HondaBaxter, 05/24/2009
2005 Honda Element EX AWD 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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This vehicle drives so smooth for an SUV, it handles so well around turns. This is the best vehicle I have ever owned. It is so good on gas to have all the room it has.
Like the E
gkrum, 07/14/2005
2005 Honda Element EX AWD 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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I now have 5000 miles on my Element - it is working out very well. It has lots of room and gets about 23 mpg in mixed driving. My growing son loves the room in the back seat, and my dog enjoys the space too.
Fun and reliable
Pat, 10/09/2005
2005 Honda Element EX AWD 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
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Very comfortable, easy to drive, pretty good gas mileage and very relable. what else could be said. The most fun car I have ever owned.
Delivery vehicle
John Hurley, 05/19/2005
2005 Honda Element EX AWD 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
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A solid, reliable, economical option for a delivery vehicle. Just enough style to prevent embarrasment. Great cargo capacity combined with low cost of purchase and operation.
Great in place of a minivan
John, 08/17/2005
2005 Honda Element EX AWD 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
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Great car only drawback is that it seats only four. With kids great with the plastic floor and the waterproof seats. I would recommend
What I love & don't love of my Element !
Marty Wilson, 05/21/2005
2005 Honda Element EX AWD 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
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I do love this car but don't like the suicide doors in parking lots. Can't load anything unless you have lots of room to open doors. I also don't like the AWD. The cars a little low. We get snow and had a hard time. Ending up pushing the snow like a snow plow.When I want 4 wheel drive I want to engage it myself. I think this car would be great with regular doors. I don't like having to open mine to let clients out of back.
My first SUV!
djsan99, 04/16/2005
2005 Honda Element EX AWD 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
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I bought this Elment this week and all I can say is I love it. I liked them when they came out in 03 and wanted to to trade in my 98 Accord. But after losing my civic I was able to get it. This mini SUV is great for trips, and for a small family.
Luv It Luv It
Katherine, 05/22/2005
2005 Honda Element EX Fwd 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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This is the best car I have ever had. Its great for my business needs and my family needs. We have a florist and it can be turned into a delivery vehicle in no time. Its also great for my family. We have 2 children and 2 German Shepards. We take it camping or on trips and we all fit comfortably.
Honda Element
bill, 08/25/2005
2005 Honda Element EX Fwd 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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Needs smoother ride. It has high RPM when you drive in the 70's - could be geared better.
love it
Kimitha, 05/22/2005
2005 Honda Element EX AWD 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
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It is like this car was designed just for me. I love it. It drives like and feels like a car but with the room of a van. Its stain resistant seats, and easy clean floors make this the perfect car for slobs like me. My job requires me to haul around lumber to a sofa all which fit perfectly into this car.
Super Element!
Airzilla, 10/31/2010
2005 Honda Element EX AWD 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
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Incredible car! I thought my best car ever was my much loved black 1988 Honda CRX Si that I bought brand new right after college. After getting through college in a 1985 CRX, I had to have another one as I thought the CRX was the perfect little sports car. Well, eventually I needed something to haul around my drum kit and gear to gigs. I acquired a 2005 Element EX AWD with about 21,000 miles on it. It now has 138,000 and has literally NEVER been in the shop. All I have ever done is changed the fluids and filters per the recommended schedule. In fact, I have only recently put on new front brakes. Overall, an incredible vehicle and I am currently looking to sell this one and purchase another.
A fun car.
WV owner, 05/22/2005
2005 Honda Element LX Fwd 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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The Element was a great little car. I love the no carpet....great for hauling for my yard work, and great if you have a dog. The seats being water-proof is a plus. Took parents on vacation....plenty of room. Enormous head room....easy to drive. Great pick up on the highway.
Luvin' my Element
MARCRAW, 08/30/2005
2005 Honda Element EX Fwd 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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I don't know if I could ever own another type of vehicle. I love my Element. The vinyl floors are a lifesaver. i never worry about spills, smells or allergens. Performance is fun! i was in an accident. A car pulled out in front of me. i was impressed with how my Element protected me.
Fun to Drive
aggieweather, 05/23/2005
2005 Honda Element EX Fwd 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
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Although I just bought a Honda Element it has been a joy to own. It is so much fun to drive and handles suprisingly well for being a SUV. It is so easy for dog owners to get in a clean all the hair, and much more fun for our dogs to run around the back with the seats up. Great Vehicle.
Honda Element
Phil, 04/21/2005
2005 Honda Element EX Fwd 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
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This is a great little SUV. Cargo space comes in handy and is flexible. It's a great car for running errands. However, I find highway driving a challenge. Since there is no carpeting, car tends to be noisey. Due to the boxiness of the vehicle, I find it difficult to steer at higher speeds and find myself fighting the steering wheel to compensate for lane drifting. There is a terrible blind spot from the right side door post. The post is wide and hides vehicles from view. Very dangerous! Brake grinding noise is also a problem. I was told the noise would disappear after 100 miles. I now have 5,000 miles on the car and the grinding has not disappeared.
It's the Ugliest Car I've ever Loved!
The Rat, 06/04/2005
2005 Honda Element EX AWD 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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I am a retired female age 63. I needed a vehicle to transport a lawn mower and after looking at various trucks, I decided for the $$ the Element was the best value. It had what I needed to haul large items and run the rough roads to my lake home. I am very pleased with the Elements preformance. The steering is a little looser than my car. ButI love the visibility it gives the driver and handles well. Still checking the gas mileage. Love the tan color! Would have liked a light enterio
Mila and Daniel's Element
Mila Brothers, 09/11/2005
2005 Honda Element EX Fwd 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
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This car is sooo much fun. We love the variety we have with the seat configurations. It's great for our two dogs because you can practically hose out the interior. The seat, dash and floor can be cleaned with a damp cloth. The only things we would change would be the center console could be higher and it could seat more than four passengers. Otherwise it's a great, durable, fun SUV!
Honda Element EX is GREAT!
seattle_driver, 10/11/2005
2005 Honda Element EX AWD 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
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Wow! I just bought a Honda Element EX and it is so cool! You're likely to get funny looks from people, but this is a really great car and quite versatile. It has great pickup, cool features, a lot of flexibility for carrying gear or up to 4 adventurers (extra cargo space required if traveling with 4--use the roof rack). Also, you gotta love the suicide doors.
love my element
Sara, 01/29/2005
2005 Honda Element LX Fwd 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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very comfortable and lots of room inside.Could be better on gas mileage, but good for an suv. Great acceleration and performance.
She Loves it so do I
Mike, 05/12/2005
2005 Honda Element EX Fwd 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
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We have been shopping for about two months. What we liked about the Element was ease of entry, no stain easy clean interior and the versatility of the interior. I have not seen my wife this happy ( about a vehicle ) in a good while. I consider myself a professional car buyer. I have purchased three vehicles this year and sold all three at a tidy profit. I have an idea this Element is a keeper. It has a little more road noise than I like, but the powertrain is very smooth, peppy and quiet, controls are easy to use and the vehicle is fun to drive . The visibility is good and it handles windy days with no adverse surprises. The cruise is as smooth as the powertrain...great vehicle...
Flawed But Fun
steve, 10/25/2005
2005 Honda Element EX AWD 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
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Overall concept is a winner but a few problems keep this from being a "10" for me. Visibility is sometimes tricky due to the thick pillars. Sun roof would be much better in the front than the back. Gas mileage should be higher for such a small vehicle. But these are minor complaints, this car is a ton of fun to drive--especially when you consider it's boxy shape and weight. Acceleration is decent, handling for a four-wheeled box is reasonable and the amount of roominess inside is amazing. It's also very comfortable on a long road trip. On the whole, this is a lot of car for the money.
Form following function
Colorado Dave, 06/17/2005
2005 Honda Element EX AWD 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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This is a great urban cruiser with the short front and back overhang. The design is functional as well. On Saturday, it fits my road bike, on Sunday, it fits a 9.5 foot Kayak on the inside! We are all looking forward to our first camping trip. The seats are firm and confortable on long trips- the 270 watt XM Radio makes the trip go by that much quicker. The initial milage has been good- nearly 24 MPG for a combination of city and highway. As with other cars that I have purchased- the Honda has great fit- what is different is the great finish. Great selection of materials go together well. Hope this Honda continues to exceeds our expectations at 100k miles
honda element ex 5sp awd practical
viking, 09/14/2005
2005 Honda Element EX AWD 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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a practical auto with good ride and handling characteristics. Performance just ok but fine for a vehicle of this type. gas mileage not great but liveable. Concerned about high rpm. My saab at 70mph operated at 2700, the element at 3700. Should have a 6th gear which would also increase gas mileage.
buy one, its a Honda
rick, 05/02/2005
2005 Honda Element EX AWD 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
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bar-none,the best vehicle i have ever owned.not one complaint. goes like a tank in the snow.and in the summer its fun and cool.
Windshield concerns
Vick, 09/23/2005
2005 Honda Element EX Fwd 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
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The only complaint is that in less than 18 months and more than 30,000 miles of ownership I have experienced THREE windshield cracks from pebbles hitting my windshield. I emphasize pebbles! These were not even what I would classify as small rocks. Two fractures were repairable at $50 each but the third one was a major fracture that could not be repaired and required the windshield be replaced. This has made me seriously consider trading this vehicle in for something else.
First 90 Day Impression
Skip2r, 07/04/2005
2005 Honda Element EX AWD 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
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Bought it to haul my Great Dane and Lab mix dog. Works great, however the Dane likes to look out the front window and obscures my view to the right. Things I love: The massive amount of room. Quick clean up and multifuctional back section, rear seats are completely out in less than a minute or they can just be folded up and out of the way. After a week of hauling dogs, cleaning took 3 hrs in our 2004 Honda CR-V, the Element less than 15 minutes.
A Home Run by Honda
Anthony, 10/26/2005
2005 Honda Element EX AWD 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
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Honda hit a home run with the design of the Element. Element gives you the best of all worlds. It has the smooth ride of a car, the safety of an SUV, and the cargo hauling ability of a truck. The functionality and design of the Element has to be seen to be appreciated. Fuel economy is acceptable. The 4 cylinder engine has surprising pep making everyday commuting fun and comfortable. The stereo in the EX AWD is awesome. The price of the Element is very reasonable, especially considering the quality and features the Element offers. Our first camping trip with the Element was so much fun. There was enough room for 2 adults and a dog to sleep comfortably inside.
Function, Fun, Turns Heads!
baddawg, 10/27/2005
2005 Honda Element EX Fwd 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
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Purchased EX ltd ed last summer - great function (holds 8ft lumber), very functional and convenient entry rear and front, seating OK, great flexibility. Good driving - sufficient power, Excellent saftey features, many convenience items Std., sound system VG. Suburban (40mph) and highway (60- 70 mph) mileage a bit disappointing, but it is an SUV. Well engineered and built. No regrets, zero initial problems!
Needs a hybrid 6
Needs a hybrid 6, 10/28/2005
2005 Honda Element EX AWD 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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Great design - the folding seat, the suicide doors. It already seems to appeal to eco-friendly types. Listen to the other reviews and give it a 6 cyl engine for more HP, but make it a hybrid for better gas mileage.
Small Outside? XL Inside
Cool Ride, 01/30/2005
2005 Honda Element EX AWD 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
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Only had it for 1 week. Comfortable ride in front seats. Little bit chompy ride in back seats over bumps. Looks smaller than other SUV on outside, rides tall feels large inside, enough to accomadate 6-2 drivers. Gas mileage is average for this 4 cylinder SUV, only got 229 city miles on first full tank. Also some wind noise when driving on freeway at higher speeds.
Don't know where I'd be without it.
The Lazer Viking, 05/12/2005
2005 Honda Element EX AWD 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
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I bought this car because I am in a band, and I needed a strong and rugged car to haul all of my equipment in. At first sight I thought it was the ugliest thing in the world, but as time went on I became much more attached. I love the seats; not only are they comfortable, but they are waterproof and stain resistant. The audio system is amazing and the fact that the rear seats fold up easily makes it very easy to transport my stuff. What really surprised me, and something that I haven't seen mentioned, is the incredible handling and sharp turning capability of this car compared to others in the same price range. I would highly recommend the Element, even if you think it looks funny.
I love my Element!
MK, 10/27/2005
2005 Honda Element EX AWD 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
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The thing I love most about my Element is that it's so unique. There are no other SUVs out there that even compare to the Element, inside or out. It drives great and corners very well for an SUV. It's extremely spacious without being too plain. It has so many accesories you can get to personalize your Element to fit your lifestyle. It's really an SUV that will do anything you want it to do, be anything you want it to be. Whether it's hauling people from place to place or using it as a tent, it does all things well!
I love my Element
JayRod, 10/29/2005
2005 Honda Element EX AWD 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
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I've had this vehicle for 6 months now. The ride is stiff. It uses more gas than my accord 4 cylinder. But it's considered a truck or compact SUV so I'm not taking anything away for that. For the $21k sticker and fully loaded with premium wheels, AWD, and XM satellite radio, it's a bargain for a SUV.
Teen car
Nancy, 05/02/2005
2005 Honda Element EX AWD 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
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Great teen car has the safety feature we wanted and not too large to pack on to many friends. Plenty of leg room both in front and back.