2006 Honda Element

Pros: It's a Honda engine and drive train.
Cons: Wiper speed control, only 1 power door lock control.

We purchased the Y package (Canada). Everything so far is mechanically fine. My gripe is the single speed intermittent wipers, single drivers side only power door lock and lastly, I upgraded to the console style arm rest to get rid of the skinny arm rests that came with it, however it covers up the drink holders. We really like the spaciousness of the interior and have removed the seats to take full advantage of the available cargo space.

Pros: Spacious, sturdy, comfortable, well thought out.
Cons: Poor mileage, mediocre engine power.

I really like the configuration of this car. I bought my 06 new in Dec 05. It averages 18 MPG. If Honda came out with a hybrid Element, I'll buy it! The engine feels like it's throttled way down. It should have more power. My 91 Accord with 350K miles has more pep. Online forums are full of mileage complaints.

Pros: Awesome, fun, cute, sporty, and versatile
Cons: Kind of loud and sometimes a gas guzzler

We got our 2006 Element - an EX-P (meaning all painted) in maroon that is 4x4 - in December 2005 and fell in love with it instantly. The car drives really well, is comfortable and roomy as well. The seat are comfy, though the armrests leave a little to be desired. They just arent right. The only major downer is the noise, which isn't actually so bad if you get carpets (not the Honda kind; they dont even match0). We got a set of carpets from South Coast Accessories, and it matched perfectly (we got grey.) The current gas situation for all of us, well, stinks, and this car gets about 26-28 a gallon which isn't so bad for an SUV. We bought this car via "e-mail blast", and waited for the best offer. No haggling, no nonsense really. We got XM stereo free for 3 months, then reinstated our subscription for the $77 deal...good move, lots of choices. A lot of people have asked me my opinions of my car, and some literally look in it and stare (odd, yes) We love it, and for 20 grand you can't beat it.

Pros: fuel efficient, comfy, cool-looking, good handling
Cons: only seats 4, slippery floor when there is no floor matt

The Honda Element is a cool, small, compact CUV. A CUV is a crossover utility vehicle. That means it is like an SUV but has good gas mileage and some characteristics like a sedan. The Element has some features from the Civic, a compact Honda sedan. It's main competitor is the Toyota FJ Cruiser, that has more horsepower and is stronger, but the Element has much better gas mileage. It's a good car for cross-country, or just going to the supermarket. I don't have an Element yet, but I'm gonna buy one. I suggest you to buy one too. Great family car, you'll really like it.