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2008 Honda Element Features Review

June 27, 2008

FEATURES | 8 out of 10

Expert Quotes:

Durable, washable fabric that breathes nicely
Kelley Blue Book

All-wheel-drive Elements come with a removable rear sunroof
Edmunds

The SC has a carpeted floor in the seating areas
Automobile

The 2008 Honda Element is loaded with features you simply cannot find on most other cars in its class.

The 2008 Honda Element was designed with outdoorsy types in mind, and accordingly has built-in room for kayak and surfboard racks. Standard on both the LX and EX versions of the Honda Element are water-resistant floors and, on the EX, waterproof seats. Edmunds finds that the "urethane flooring allows easy clean-up with soap and water after a day at the beach." Reviews read by TheCarConnection.com loved the added practicality of these features. On the SC version of the Element, Honda also includes the waterproof seats, but Kelley Blue Book notes that it "features carpeting in the passenger cabin."

Edmunds writes that every 2008 Honda Element comes with "air-conditioning, full power accessories, tilt steering wheel, cruise control, 100-watt CD stereo and keyless entry." The EX model of the Honda Element adds MP3 capability, a 270-watt sound system, and satellite radio and stereo controls located on the steering wheel, as well as the option for all-wheel drive. Changes to the SC model remain purely cosmetic: lowered suspension, premium alloy wheels, and color-coded interior trim.

For both the LX and EX versions of the Honda Element, all-wheel drive is an available option. Aside from the extra pair of drive wheels, ConsumerGuide finds that opting for all-wheel drive automatically includes a "tilt/removable glass 'skylight' over the cargo bay." If optional features and personalization are your thing, however, you might want to stay away from the Element; Honda offers absolutely zero optional features aside from the three different trim levels and the all-wheel-drive model's included skylight. Features like Bluetooth and a navigation system are not offered.

Conclusion

The 2008 Honda Element boasts lots of functional features, but the latest tech options aren’t offered—and some features aren’t available at all on the base model.

FEATURES | 8 out of 10Expert Quotes:Durable, washable fabric that breathes nicelyKelley Blue BookAll-wheel-drive Elements come with a removable rear sunroofEdmundsThe SC has a carpeted floor in the seating areasAutomobile The 2008 Honda Element is loaded with features you simply cannot find on most other cars in its class. The 2008 Honda Element was designed with outdoorsy types in mind, and accordingly has built-in room for kayak and surfboard racks. Standard on both the LX and EX versions of the Honda Element are water-resistant floors and, on the EX, waterproof seats. Edmunds finds that the "urethane flooring allows easy clean-up with soap and water after a day at the beach." Reviews read by TheCarConnection.com loved the added practicality of these features. On the SC version of the Element, Honda also includes the waterproof seats, but Kelley Blue Book notes that it "features carpeting in the passenger cabin." Edmunds writes that every 2008 Honda Element comes with "air-conditioning, full power accessories, tilt steering wheel, cruise control, 100-watt CD stereo and keyless entry." The EX model of the Honda Element adds MP3 capability, a 270-watt sound system, and satellite radio and stereo controls located on the steering wheel, as well as the option for all-wheel drive. Changes to the SC model remain purely cosmetic: lowered suspension, premium alloy wheels, and color-coded interior trim. For both the LX and EX versions of the Honda Element, all-wheel drive is an available option. Aside from the extra pair of drive wheels, ConsumerGuide finds that opting for all-wheel drive automatically includes a "tilt/removable glass 'skylight' over the cargo bay." If optional features and personalization are your thing, however, you might want to stay away from the Element; Honda offers absolutely zero optional features aside from the three different trim levels and the all-wheel-drive model's included skylight. Features like Bluetooth and a navigation system are not offered. ConclusionThe 2008 Honda Element boasts lots of functional features, but the latest tech options aren’t offered—and some features aren’t available at all on the base model.  2008 HONDA ELEMENT STYLING | [7 out of 10] Kelley Blue Book: "Easily recognizable at any distance" ConsumerGuide: "Simple, convenient climate and audio controls" The Auto Channel: "Spacious, accessible, and easy-to-clean interior" While the 2008 Honda Element has undergone very few ...

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Comments (1 total)

  1. By tara mapes #1, Posted: 2/8/2009

    Owner's review 5 out of 10

    besides the lack of storage space inside, and the inability to heat or air condition the back where my three year old sits, the car is reliable, and very good in the snow. What drops my rating to a 5 is the very poor quality of the body. Ive had this car for 6 months and have more dings than any car I've ever owned. Small bumps such as when my mom opened her car door and it literally BUMPED the back, it left golf ball sized dent from the rearview mirror. A box I was loading into the back of my car slipped and left two LARGE scratches in the paint. The body feels like flimsy frisby material. Even though my car may last a very long time as Honda's do, who wants a banged up car to drive around forever. POOR BODY. 5 out of 10.

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