When did I buy a 2006 Honda Element?
Late 2006, wanting a fun-to-drive small car with cargo space for big dogs, bicycles, and other bulky items, and with no Honda Fit available in the Portland, OR area, I purchased a silver Element EX-P, 5-speed.
Is the Honda Element a good car to drive?
The all wheel drive makes snow and ice travel possible, where I’ve had other vehicles unable to do the job in bad weather. Honda Element owners seem friendly and happy – many Element drivers wave to me as if to say, “isn’t this a great car to drive!”
How many miles does a Honda Element EX have?
Seven hours later, it was in my name. I bought my 2006 Element EX with 30,000 miles on it. Six years later, when the odometer read about 77,000 miles, I found it hit by a driver and totaled. Very sad. This Element is the perfect companion. It’s resilient, adaptable, and always two steps ahead. It finished my…sentences.
Is the Honda Element the same as Chevy Silverado?
Satellite radio, scotch gaurded seats, a floor you can sweep the beach sand off of, more room in the drivers seat than my former Chevy Silverado, this car if the definition of fun and practical. It has the same engine as my other Honda, the Accord. Different transmission and gear ratio and slightly less gas mileage especially on the highway.
How much horsepower does a Honda Element have?
Basic Motoring. All Honda Elements are powered by Honda’s familiar 2.4-liter four-cylinder, with either a five-speed manual or five-speed automatic transmission. The engine makes 166 horsepower and 161 pounds-feet of torque. I drove the automatic in both the EX and SC, which pairs nicely with the four-cylinder.
Where is Honda Element?
The Honda Element is a compact crossover SUV based on a modified CR-V platform, manufactured in East Liberty, Ohio and marketed in the United States since 2003.
What is Honda Element EX?
Honda Element EX-P. The Honda Element is a crossover SUV manufactured by Honda and released in the United States and Japan in 2003. Although the Element is based on the CR-V, its dimensions are significantly different.
When was the last time I serviced my Honda Element?
No accident or damage reported to CARFAX. Purchased on 08/11/06 and owned in CA until 03/28/21. Driven an estimated 12,452 miles/year. Last serviced at 179,600 miles in Los Osos, CA on 12/21/20 • Vehicle serviced • Engine valves adjusted.
Late 2006, wanting a fun-to-drive small car with cargo space for big dogs, bicycles, and other bulky items, and with no Honda Fit available in the Portland, OR area, I purchased a silver Element EX-P, 5-speed.
Why is the Honda Element a cult classic?
In a broad stroke of irony, the Honda Element has recently become something of a cult classic. It was a little too far ahead of its time in 2003, but now its fans have caught up. Here are some reasons why they love it. The Element handles reasonably well for a box on wheels, and it has a small footprint for parking.
What makes the Honda Element a good SUV?
Once upon a time, Honda produced a legendary compact SUV that was practical, versatile, and quirky to boot. Its flexible utility, easy handling, and unusual profile made it stand out against its more conventional rivals the Jeep Compass, Nissan Rogue, and Ford Edge .
Why did Honda stop making the Honda Element?
Honda came to the realization that it made a miscalculation by designing a niche vehicle and cut its losses after eight years of dwindling sales. And the automaker didn’t anticipate that the Element’s targeted buyers didn’t have the money to buy it.