The Honda Element is available in three models. All come with a 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine with a choice of five-speed manual or five-speed automatic transmission ($800). All come standard with front-wheel drive, but the LX and EX models are available with all-wheel drive.The LX ($18,900) and LX 4WD ($20,300) come with air conditioning with micron filtration, power windows, power door locks, power mirrors, cruise control, an adjustable steering column and a four-speaker AM/FM/CD stereo. This is the only Element that still sports the unique gray vinyl fenders and lower body cladding. For 2007, the LX comes standard with remote keyless entry.
The EX ($20,910) and EX 4WD ($22,310) add aluminum wheels, a passenger-side armrest and a 270-watt, seven speaker AM/FM/CD stereo with subwoofer, XM Satellite Radio hardware and redundant controls on the steering wheel. EX models have fenders and cladding painted to match the rest of the body.
The SC ($22,695) is equipped comparably with the Element EX model, including the upgrade 270-watt stereo.
Safety features include curtain-style head protection airbags for front and rear passengers with rollover sensors, as well as Honda's Vehicle Stability Assist anti-skid electronics and a tire pressure monitoring system.