2009 Honda Element consumer reviews

Had an 03 4WD Element and now on my second one which 09 is superior. Use for skiing,cycling,backpacking,camping,traveling around the country and all over town. This EX is all you need wether dressed up or going to the beach. Love the sound system,seats and leg/shoulder room. So good that my girlfriend now wants one too. The Michelin LTX tires make a big plus diference. If you are considering get the 09,10 or 11 4WD EX as they are better overall than previous years.

I have wanted an Element for years, but didn't need a new vehicle. When the time came to look for a new car, there was only one I wanted. I did look at other similar vehicles when people suggested them, but the Element has two features that fit my lifestyle: rubber floors and removable back seats. A lot of dirt (kids, plants, dogs) makes it way in and out of my vehicle, so the rubber floors have been great. Just a quick sweep and all is good again. I have a young child, whom is with me most of the time, so I must have a back seat. I tend to acquire a lot of furniture, so having a vehicle where one seat can be taken out or folded up to the side, while the other seat stays put, gives me the freedom to carry/haul a lot of things without having to worry about dropping the kid off somewhere first. As for the other stuff: I think it looks really cool, inside and out. I get tons of compliments on it. Gas mileage isn't bad, even with 4WD, especially considering it falls into the SUV category. And it is a Honda, super reliable, I haven't had a single problem to date with anything. It has a lot more room inside than you would think, fits my 6ft 5in boyfriend just fine. I think the only downfall is the seating: you have 4 seats, but can squeeze 5 if needed. I have a small family, usually just 2 of us in the car, so it is great for me. But if you are shooting for or have a big family, this is not the vehicle for you.

This vehicle is perfect for the outdoor type person. Those that love to take their pets with them will also enjoy the easy to clean seats and flooring. I just traded my F-150 and have to say it was a very smart move to do so with the gas prices soaring. I'm using less than half the gas of the truck. The Element shifts perfect, handles great with the quick steering, looks: you either love it or hate it, I happen to love the car/Suv. Looking forward to having a long affair with this vehicle. Thanks Honda for another winner. BTW....I also see this as a collector car since Honda no longer makes it.

I'll have to tell you my experience with this car. Two days ago I was driving my Element when a guy ran a red light and t-boned my driver side at 50 mph. The Element saved my life. The curtain airbags saved my life. I will be buying another Element as soon as the insurance companies are done settling. It is an amazing car that I never took the shop once, except for oil changes while I owned it. Safe, dependable and funky. Buy it. You wo't be dissappointed.....but you may be hard to find one now that they are discontinued....better hurry!

When the Element first came put, I thought they were kind of ugly. My opinion has obviously changed since then, and it's the boxy design (along with the clamshell doors, washability, AWD and price) that has now attracted me. It's perfect for my dogs in regards to being easy to clean and having a lot cargo space. I love the way the rear seats can be completely removed and the inside can literally be hosed out. The rear passenger door design is perfect for older, aging dogs, as it's not a huge step and the door opens wide enough for easy entrance. I love it! I loved my Xterra, and there was nothing wrong with it, but I felt my hand was pressured into getting a newer car before my beloved Xterra's time because of Honda's stupid decision to discontinue the Element. I hope they bring it back, as I can see me eventually wanting a newer one down the line.

I have owned a BMW 540I, three Dodge RAMS and various other vehicles. The Honda Element by far is just a perfect little vehicle. A bit of road niose that can be helped out with a set Michelin tires. Do your general maintenance and it will go for over 200,000 miles.

We researched this vehicle for a long time, when we came to buy our particular vehicle we didn't even need to test drive it. We love it so much, we are thinking of selling our van and buying another Element.

This car is fantastic. It drives great, gets wonderful mileage and is versatile. I just took it camping and took out the seats. It holds a lot of stuff and when I got home, I just hosed out the car! The EX model is the best and the 2009 model has the new SUV look to it. I can't say enough about this great car!

After a two week trip all over eastern Oregon, packed like sardines in a 2007 Corolla, full of camping gear and a medium sized dog crammed in the passenger wheel well, it was time for a larger car. We went to the Honda dealer test drove the Element EX AWD, fell in love and drove it home. The safety and reliability are a huge plus. The interior may seem simple and possibly spartan for the price, but it's all there. Seats are firm, the controls are easy to read and simple to use. Visibility is amazing out of the windshield, like a giant flat screen t.v. Steering feel is predictable and smooth. Braking feel is very smooth as well as, nicely balanced. But it can feel soft or light...without enough pressure. I have short legs and crazy long arms and i had no problems fitting and getting in a comfortable driving position. So far we have had no issues with cross winds or excessive rough ride/bumpy-ness. I do have a couple of minor complaints. No locking gas cap. If the car is locked you can't use the ignition key to manually unlock the tail gate, with out using the key fob to unlock it. The drivers seat arm rest is low, narrow and too short. The stock windshield wipers and tires are a straight up joke. This car really really benefits from proper tire pressure, it makes a shocking difference.

We picked up our 09 Element Lx 4WD over a month ago and from a first day it struck me as a very solidly build vehicle. Let?s be honest we did not buy it because we instantly fell in love with it. At $20.650 new was hard to ignore ? add a decent financing of 1.99 APR. We are well in our 30?s with a single child and we were looking for a vehicle we could utilize for more than just ride to work but also for outdoor activities: bicycling, skiing etc. My wife adds approx 20K a year to the vehicle so buying anything ?nice? didn?t seem like a good and sensible idea. I have to tell you that Element surpassed so far my expectation as for the versatility and utility of the vehicle. Huge cargo room with a single seat folded you can put in anything you want . Durable rubber floor- not a carpet that you have to watch for spills and such all the time. The rear gate folds flat so you can haul longer objects ( fridges, washing machines and such, anything big). Some people complain about that it sluggish. I don?t think it is slower than vehicles out on the road ? never had any problems accelerating the vehicle. The driver has a commanding view while driving . Seem to be as fast as any accord/civic (except V6 perhaps). If I want to go fast I usually use my CBR1000RR ? believe me , this is fast!!!! You cannot mach it with your tin can!! So back to the Element ? If you are an active person using your vehicle for other extra activities and do not have to have every surface covered with carpet or a faux wood panels ? BUY IT ? IT IS EVERYTHING YOU NEED NOTHING YOU DON?T