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Dominik, 10/09/2008
2008 Honda Element EX 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
I've owned an 06 Element and now just bought an 08. From road trips with the dogs to hauling 4x6 wood posts and 4x8 plywood back from Lowes in the same load this vehicle has done everything I've wanted it to do. I always remove the backseats out of my Elements, it makes things easier to clean and get in and out of. I treat it like a covered pickup with really good fuel economy.
Excellent for two
gafulham, 04/21/2011
2008 Honda Element EX 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
10 of 12 people found this review helpful
We bought our Element used with 24k on it. Overall we are quite happy -- only real drawbacks are as follows: 1. Rear access is a total pain in the a@#! We probably drive 80% of the time with the rear seats stowed -- this would not be a great family car (our kids are grown and gone) 2. Interesting lack of amenities on a top line model - ie., no auto unlock button on passenger door, no outside temp meter, intermittent wipers have only one speed. 3. Towing capacity rating is a joke -- is Honda serious about this or are they being hyper cautious? 4. Mileage is only so-so Still, it is like a storage pod on wheels and it is fun to drive. Also great with dogs (we have 2). A good buy overall for us.
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Rob, 10/30/2008
2008 Honda Element EX 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I was looking for an all around vehicle for hauling stuff, commuting, and occasional 4wd needed when camping, but didnt want a truck and this car fits perfect. Always loved the funky looking unique design on the outside, but was surprised how big this small SUV is on the inside. More headroom and driver space than my wifes Suburban. Great for moving furniture, trips to Home Depot, Costco, etc. Consistently get about 22 mpg (not bad for an AWD box), although I drive fairly conservative lately due to gas prices. Thought the rear moon roof was weird at first, but nice to see out of when using seats as a bed. AWD makes this a real blast to drive on dirt roads! 6 months and very pleased.
Have loved this vehicle
Ron M, 11/02/2016
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2008 Honda Element SC 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Had for 9+ years. 2008 Honda Element SC used for sales and service calls. Could not ask for more. Have even slept in the back while traveling. Only bad/ disappointing issue has been poor headlight/ night visibility. I have loved this vehicle and would buy another one if they were still available.
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This is my second one
Dave Perry, 08/31/2009
2008 Honda Element EX 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
This is my second Element. My first one was a 2006, same equipment, different color and traded for an S2000 which was fun while it lasted. I use my 2008 Element as a daily driver and I also sell a high-end Swedish car in my day job which I know inside and out (this will explain some of my suggestions later on). I think the Element is the perfect vehicle for me for a lot of reasons. It gets reasonable gas mileage (27 highway, 24 overall), it has reasonable power, is a blast to drive (no S2000, but what is?), is reliable as motor vehicles get, and has great ergonomics and fun to drive.