Used 2009 Honda Element Consumer Reviews
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We have a limited number of reviews for the 2009 Element, so we've included reviews for other years of the Element since its last redesign.
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criticaliron, 08/09/2009
2008 Honda Element EX 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
So many "want to be SUV's" don't hold a candle to the Element. With urethane floors, water/stain proof seats, huge storage capabilities, AWD and good low end torque this vehicle runs circles around the competition. There really is nothing like it. If you bike (we can get two road bikes with aero bars in the BACK), camp, scuba dive (just toss your gear in and hose out later) this is the winner hands down. Most SUV's are all image, but no substance (carpet and leather seats are not advantageous to an active lifestyle). The Element delivers with Honda reliability. After years of Jeeps and their mechanical issues I am hooked on this Honda's sewing machine perfect (and simple) four cylinder.
Different type of SUV
dragon43078, 02/19/2008
2008 Honda Element EX 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
I lkie the interior and exterior design. It is not a copy of anything else out there. I hate looking for my vehicle and seeing several that match. Has more pep than I was led to believe. Heater actually puts the heat on my feet instead of my knees like it did in the Kia. Defrosts the windows really quick. No blind spots. I sit up high enough that oncoming trucks headlights are not in my eyes. Handles better than i thought it would being as tall as it is. Unique atomic Blue paint.
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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.
Have loved this vehicle
Ron M, 11/02/2016
updated 05/18/2017
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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