2009 Honda Element consumer reviews

$20,275–$21,475 MSRP range
side view of 2009 Element Honda
(25 reviews)
92% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.4
  • Interior 4.6
  • Performance 4.5
  • Value 4.7
  • Exterior 4.6
  • Reliability 4.7
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All maintenance was kept up, but once I reached 100,000

All maintenance was kept up, but once I reached 100,000 miles, Yikes Every couple of months something needed to be replaced/repaired, If you have not able to do repairs yourself, look out, repair cost will add up fast. The parts are not cheap and because it is compact under hood it is labor intensive . Also, if buying, look for underbody rust by the trailing arms.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 1.0
  • Interior 2.0
  • Performance 3.0
  • Value 2.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 2.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
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Most versitle car I own!

Fun to drive, plenty of room, a mini camper, motel! Stylish design, handles great in snow and rain. Easy to work on, stereo kicks ass and the subwoofer keeps your heart pumping!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Best, practical car out there

No carpet, open door layout and great on gas. I have owned these in the past. Always looking for another one to have in the family.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Does recommend this car
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Great commuter, very versatile and easy to drive.

AWD does good in snow,. Great view from backseat, you can see over front seats. Rear seats also fold-up to the side walls allowing you to haul a lot of cargo.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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HONDA....Bring back the Honda Element

Already owned one of these vehicles. Needed on for family member who uses wheel chair and rollator. The AWD version of the vehicle, its dependability, and the configuration of the seats are top selling points.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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It?s a Honda, of course!

For versatility, reliability and all out fun it?s tough to beat my Honda Element. Easy to drive and a super spacious interior add to the benefits.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Best car ever owned!

Honda Element is the best car we have ever owned. Reliable, good gas mileage, can carry basically anything within reason :) This is our second Element, and still own and use the first.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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The toaster

I always wanted an Element, now I have one and meh. It's a 2009 SC, looks good, big wheels, lowered and that's all stock but it has no power. It really should have been available with a V6, especially the SC model. The gas mileage isn't that great, lots of noise, drafts, etc.. I am currently looking for it's replacement before putting it up for sale.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 3.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 3.0
  • Value 3.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Need reliable-this is my Element

My son needed a reliable car for school and work and not costing an arm or leg. I have driven my 2006 Element for 7 years with zero problems. So, I sold him mine and bought my self a newer one. Now we have two in the driveway, and sort of looks like a dealer lot. Anyway, they quit making these so getting it now while the getting is good seemed a great idea to me. This one is even fancier with running boards and tow package and overhang over front windows to keep out the rain. Looks great, runs well, no problems and I expect to keep it for years. Pretty easy to find in a parking lot too.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Does recommend this car
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First Honda won't be the last LOL

Purchased a 09 element about a month ago. So far has been a fun car or truck to own no one is sure if its a car or truck . This vehicle is a real change from my 05 Magnum rt. Probably biggest thing to get used to it doesn't have 400+ hp.But we new that before our purchase. For the good it saves me around 40 dollars a week in gas. Very easy to park zip around town. The element has lots of cargo room .We went camping and drove on dirt trails and lots of sand did a great job and its a two wheel drive .All in all its very function able and fits our needs well.Good little car. Or toaster as my friends call it.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 3.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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