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4.88 out of 5 stars

Perfect for dog lovers!

MastiffMobile, 08/30/2009
2008 Honda Element EX 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

If we had purchased any other vehicle, we'd have ruined the interior by now! As an active, young military couple we are avid beach-goers, dog lovers, and spend lots of time traveling 13-15 hrs to see family when we get leave time. This vehicle is perfect for it all! We easily fit our two English mastiffs in the back with room to spare... The waterproof interior holds up great against all the sand, ocean water, and drool! It's comfortable to ride in for all of our long trips, and it's been great for driving to and from dog shows! We've actually had the discussion about "what will happen if Honda stops making the Element by the time we want another one," and we don't know what we'll do!

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4.5 out of 5 stars

Second Element, Second Car bought new

pepsicolacat, 11/16/2009
2008 Honda Element EX 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I own a 2005 element ex awd which has a four speed automatic. The 2008 ex awd has five speed automatic which gets better gas mileage than a five speed manual. I average 20-21 on the 05 if I drive 80 to 85mph on the freeway. I averaged 24mph on a all freeway trip averaging 90mph driving from Columbus to Dayton.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Love this SC

cousinvinney, 02/24/2008
2008 Honda Element SC 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I have driven this car from Chicago to NY to North Carolina and just love it. It really is a good city car. I am 240 lbs and this is the most roomy little car on the market. The SC doesn't have as much road noise because it's carpeted rather than the rubber flooring. Mileage after 12000 miles is consistently between 18.5 and 19 city (under 7k miles15-16) always mid 20s on the road. The engine could be a little bigger - it runs at higher RPMs. The 4cyl is torquey and there is always power. Gets pushed about a little in high winds but nothing serious. Could till be a bit quieter inside. I am about to trade in a 2005 f-250 for another one - we will have a fleet i guess. Drive safe!

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Love my Element!

Joleine, 07/23/2008
2008 Honda Element EX 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

My Element is a lot of fun to drive, has great get up and go, is very utilitarian and has everything we needed in an SUV!

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4.13 out of 5 stars

I love it "but"

dds4, 04/22/2008
2008 Honda Element SC 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

When I saw my black SC in the show room I loved it. Unfortunately, I drove a regular EX and then bought the SC. The SC is very harsh riding on long trips, punishing actually. It is at the dealer now replacing a defective rear tailgate hinge. For around town it is great and fun to drive. If you travel on weekends, I would select something else if you like some level of comfort.

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