2005 Honda Element Review
The perfect accessory for beach parties.
2005 Element Review Summary & Specifications
The Honda Element is a compelling option for drivers who want a genuine utility vehicle that behaves like a car. Its versatile interior makes the Element quite handy in certain situations, with its easy access and flat floor that's easy to clean. Looks are part of the attraction here. You'll either like the Element or hate it. We liked it and found it appeals to people of all ages.New Car Test Drive correspondent John Rettie is based in Santa Barbara, California; with editor Mitch McCullough reporting from Redondo Beach.
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| Vehicle Category | Sport Utility Vehicles |
| Editor | John Rettie |
| Model Lineup | Honda Element LX 2WD ($17,450); LX 4WD ($18,850); EX 2WD ($19,525); EX 4WD ($20,925) |
| Engines (standard) | 2.4-liter dohc 16-valve inline-4 |
| Engines (optional) | 160-hp 2.4-liter dohc 16-valve inline-4 |
| Transmissions (standard) | 5-speed manual |
| Transmissions (optional) | 5-speed manual; 4-speed automatic |
| Safety Equipment (standard) | dual front airbags |
| Safety Equipment (optional) | ABS, front side-impact airbags |
| Basic Warranty | 3 years/36,000 miles |
| Assembled In | East Liberty, Ohio |
| Manufacturer Phone | 1-800-334-6632 |
| Manufacturer URL | www.hondacars.com |
| Base Price MSRP | 17450 |
| Model Tested MSRP | Honda Element EX 2WD ($19,525) |
| Standard Equipment | air conditioning with micron filter; ABS; side-impact airbags; waterproof seating surfaces; power windows and mirrors; remote central locking; intermittent wipers; cruise control; steering-wheel mounted audio controls; 270-watt AM/FM/CD 7-speaker stereo; MP3/WMA digital media capability; XM Satellite Radio; removable 50/50 split fold-down rear seats; 16-inch alloy wheels |
| Destination Charge | 515 |
| Options as Tested (MSRP) | none |
| Gas Guzzler Tax | |
| Price as Tested | 20040 |
| Layout | front-wheel drive |
| Horse Power | 160 @ 5500 |
| Torque | 161 @ 4500 |
| Fuel Economy | 21/25 |
| Wheelbase | 101.4 |
| Length/Width/Height | 166.5/71.5/70.4 |
| Track Front/Rear | |
| Turning Radius | 34.9 |
| Seating Capacity | 4 |
| Front Head/Hip/Leg room | 43.3/55.0/41.0 |
| Middle Head/Hip/Leg room | |
| Rear Head/Hip/Leg room | 38.0/47.6/39.1 |
| Trunk Volume | 74.6 |
| Payload | 1500 |
| Towing Capacity | |
| Front Suspension | independent, MacPherson struts, control links, coil springs, anti-roll bar |
| Rear Suspension | independent, double-wishbone, coil springs, anti-roll bar |
| Ground Clearance | 6.9 |
| Curb Weight | 3391 |
| Stock Tires | P215/70R16 |
| Brakes Front/Rear | disc/disc with ABS |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 |