Nothing has gone wrong with this car in the little time that I've owned it (2mos.)
This car is everything that I expected it to be...It's not the most powerful SUV/Truck in the market, but you will get PLENTY for your money if you take the time to look at what the box…has inside.
Passenger and cargo room are GREAT. I still own a Full Size K5-Chevy Blazer 4X4 lifted six inches…but I can honestly say I find I’m quick to pick my AWD ELEMENT for my camping or longer road trips.
A+ for it’s TAILGATE: Ball Park games, beach side, parked long side a curb at a friend’s home…the tailgate is A VERY NICE TOUCH. I’ve been complemented time and time again. It’s a seat for two anywhere you decide…and rain cover while sitting on the inside tail gate area is GREAT. Its rain gutters will run the water to the sides so you can chill in the back of your Element and kick out your feet out the back. A factory accessory tent is on my list.
Convenience of accessing any cargo you transport: Camping-Hiking gear, furniture, dogs, my bike…etc. A “Boxy” look is expectable once you realize what you’ve gained in the versatility of this auto; I know you find it’s WELL worth it.
The 166hp 2.4 liter 4cyc, is plenty for city and mild trails. Weather proof seats and flooring are pluses that have already saved headaches and trips to car washes.
SUBWOFER is nice!! Stock stereo plays MPS CDs, XM Radio and have a Aux headphone input for an Ipod or laptop.
12Volt power source in the back is plus for camping trips or active sports activities...
Accessories: Don’t get the factory rack. Buy a Yakima roof rack. Cheaper and you’ll find be able to buy much more accessories for it to carry just about everything you’ll need.
I have a 2006 Honda Element EX AWD. I purchased it in May 2006 and now it is 11/2006,I have 16,000 miles. From California I have been to UT, CO, NM, AZ, NV, WA, OR, and Canada.
I have been camping twice and I have found this SUV very very practical. 26MPG, and great for camping and minor off roading.
Fun to drive, great Audio, and I have the quality of the HONDA.
I have read some reviews on the site and see that they are all mostly postive. I am glad to hear that and I am also here to tell you that they are true. You get a pickup truck, SUV, comfortable car, camper all in one. I highly reccomend it.