Used 2007 Honda Element EX 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5A) Consumer Reviews
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Justifying my Elemental addiction!
Robert K Blankenship, Statesville, NC, 11/13/2017
Honda Element EX 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
*Yes. This is my 3rd Element so if you're looking for an unbiased review, you'll probably need to skip on past this one.* I'm not really a car person but when Honda introduced the Element, I knew I had to have one. The shape and size were appealing to my interests and the layout inside was considerate of my lifestyle. I loved the color choices and the unique body features. The Element has a very recognizable, iconic design and that's appealing to me! If you're into music - My latest Element has a 7 speaker system which utilizes the space very well. With a bit of tuning you can achieve excellent audio inside. I like the vinyl flooring for it's easy cleaning and I like the unique seating combinations. I can keep the back seats up, down or flipped to the side and clipped to the roof in order to maximize my room. Or I can remove them entirely to add more space! It's all very functional. So are the doors, which open outward with no support bars to hinder your movements in or out. It's incredibly easy to pack! I love the wide window views and the headroom. No claustrophobic trips in this car... It's a very roomy ride and comfortable for 4 people. As an SUV class vehicle, the Element sits higher than a regular car so your view of the roadway will be just a bit better than the cars around you. It has a very decent acceleration, excellent braking and it corners well, with a weight shift into the curve so you always feel like it's in your control. I can attest to it being a very safe car in a rear-end accident. It's why I now own a 2007 Element instead of my 2004. I walked away from an interstate crash with just a few bruises and some minor aches. I'd trust it with my life! DOWNSIDES, you ask? Sure. It's a noisy ride. Occasionally very noisy depending on the asphalt your driving on. There are ways to lessen road noise but I've never found it a quiet ride. It's also cumbersome for passengers when you're parked side-by-side in tight spaces. It's relatively poor on gas mileage (due to it's boxy shape and heavy carriage!) and it can be a total gas pig if you're used to aggressive driving. Nothing sits for long on the floor without shifting so you'll need to keep bungee cords to tie things in place and there never seems to be enough room up front to store common items. The glove compartment fills quickly and the upper storage (above mirror) and side door pockets are limited. The back seats are comfortable but take much more of the road abuse than the front seats... often bouncing passengers as they sit slightly higher in the car. Finally, there is a vicious blind spot just over the driver shoulder where you'll have to consider your mirror placement to safely view other cars on the road. Frankly, none of these negatives have stopped me from loving the car... It feels like a solid beast, wears well in high mileage and makes my 70 mile daily work commute a pleasure. My suggestion is to try one out and see if it's a good fit. You might just fall in love with this unique, unusual car!
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Bobby, 08/08/2008
Honda Element EX 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I love my Honda element. This is my second one. Only issue i have is that this is the second time that the master brake cylinder went out after about 29,000 miles. It was under warranty. I also had a 2004 element and the same thing happened. Kinda odd that it would go out in my 2007 element. I think Honda should check into a internal leap problem in the master brake cylinder. Other wise, I love my element. thanks.
Fantastic Fun
RonRig, 04/10/2007
Honda Element EX 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
If you test drive one, you'll be hooked. Especially if you have dogs, so easy to clean. Can't get over how smooth this rides. You can haul anything and sleep in it too. Full size mattress will fit in back. Remember way back when you had a car you loved and trusted. This has that same feel Plus there are so many modifications on the market to "make this your own!"
Love my Honda!
Nikki, 02/25/2007
Honda Element EX 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I never really use to like the Honda Element. However after test driving one, I am hooked! I ended up buying one from Boch Honda on the Auto Mile. I LOVE how the Element handles and drives. All my friends cannot get over how much room there is on the inside. I love how easy the seats in the back fold up to create even more room. I will definitely purchase another Honda!
So much fun!
jenn, 06/15/2007
Honda Element EX 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I just bought my Element and love it! The gas mileage is better than I thought it would be. The arm rest is anemic but other than that, I am so happy with my new car. It is fun to have a vehicle that not everyone else has. If you want a quality, efficient vehicle with its own flare, the Element is for you!
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